Most liked posts in thread: Hello from Las Vegas! (2009 JCW Hardtop)

So, my Mini is just under 3 days old (for me), and where it is parked in those photos, there is currently a giant tree laying in the street, landing directly where my car USED to be parked.

About 3 hours before that happened (right as I took those photos), a friend recommended I move my car to the driveway as it would be safer from kids, etc. I thought it was a great idea, and decided take his advice.

I went for a ride, and while I was out, my roommate sends me a picture about 30 minutes after I leave with my car, my friend sends me a photo of the tree laying where my car WOULD have been.

I'm now terrified of ever parking my Mini where a tree could fall.

 

I found out it's the Mini Cooper Challenge front lip!

I guess it's pretty rare.

 

I think it's a sign meaning that nothing bad will happen to my mini

 

Thanks guys,

I'm really enjoying it. I only have about 160 miles on it since I bought it, but I'm having a blast. Can't wait for road trips - as long as there's smooth roads.

 

As I'm looking around the forums, I'm noticing that this JCW looks different than nearly everyone's. Anyone know what the deal is with the body kit that's on this car compared to the stock JCW one? One this one stock? Or was it a mod? Just curious.

 

But shade from the trees helps keep my black mini cool in the desert sun...