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  1. PGT

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    #2 PGT, Jun 15, 2010
    why not? its just a car.
     
  2. Nathan

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    #3 Nathan, Jun 15, 2010
    So long as a two seater suits your needs why not?
     
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    #4 versus, Jun 15, 2010
    Thanks guys for chiming in. Guys I was under the impression that with it's suspension and other amenities vs. an S I'd be taking some hits in the function department. But hey, with a GP I guess I wouldn't truly have to worry about the mod bug that much:D:rolleyes:
     
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    #5 PGT, Jun 15, 2010
    its still an OEM suspension, made by Valeo. Same as you can buy over the counter for the normal Cooper S. Its loud due to the lack of a back seat and sound dampener mats, but its not uncomfortable. There used to be a daily driven GP around the corner from me....on Cross coilovers. I also had the same on my MCS.
     
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    #6 gbmini, Jun 15, 2010
    My GP0203 was a daily driver for a couple years - but I hated it getting so dirty/etc in the New England winter, so now she stays "down south" and I only get to drive her rarely.

    No issues with daily driving, no more so than any MINI (a little noisy on the highway!), so long as you don't need more than two seats!
     
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    #7 versus, Jun 15, 2010
    What took you so long? lol. :Thumbsup:

    I blame you and MOTD 8 for my recent R53 investigations.
     
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    #8 gbmini, Jun 15, 2010
    :confused5:
     
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    #9 imspencerwithanr53, Jun 15, 2010
    Jarid at Alta DD's his or his justa. Usually the GP though. :Thumbsup:
     
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    #10 ColinGreene, Jun 17, 2010
    Nothing wrong with dd ing a GP they are awesome cars, pft the mod bug hits no matter what. but buy one its diffrent.
    Just make sure its what you want.
     
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    #11 quikmni, Jun 18, 2010
    I have used my GP as a daily driver for about 3.5 years. I have about 50,000 miles on the car. The GP can be a little rough riding but is a nice setup. The JCW suspension is a little stiffer than the H&R springs/stock shocks that I had on my 03 MCS plus the GP is a little lighter than the 03 which I think makes it a little rougher riding. It is a little noiser inside the car without the rear seat or rear insulation. The Borla Sport exhaust that was OK on my 03 had a little too much drone in the GP. I now have a Milltek exhaust. No rear seat is really nice for hauling stuff in the back. I also removed the styrofoam under the rear flat panel and can store tools/stuff under the panel. I do sometimes miss the rear seat but I also have a Suburban for hauling people.

    I have made various mods to the GP, I cannot leave any car stock.