I figured I'd introduce my little guy... Picked him up November 2005 Now has ~56k 2006 Mini Cooper S Hyper Blue and White Sport, Premium, and Chrono Packages Modifications Suspension: VMaxx Coilovers Ireland Lower Rear Control Arms Alta 22mm Rear Sway Bar Engine/Drivetrain: Alta CAI 15% Pulley Invidia Cat-Back Exhaust JCW 380cc Injectors Jan's Tune B&M Short Shifter Wheels: BBS RS 5x130 4x100 -> 5x130 adapters (18mm fronts, 25mm rears) Front: 16x8 et20 Rear: 16x9 et25 205/40 Falken 512s all around Photos Most recent shots at MOTD7:
Gaaaaaaaawwd that is awesome looking mini. And you have the best mods and tune available to the R53 IMO. Apparently you did your research before modding her up. I love BBS's and your staggered rim set up. Unfortunately in my state unless it's a 4x4 - the tires/rims are not allowed to extend beyond the OEM fenders.... Nice work, great photos - THanks !
Very nice stance on that MINI. My first thought, having had white wheels for several years, was you must have some fun keeping those RSs clean. Here's a great way to reduce brake dust: pull the pads out of the caliper and flip them around so that the backing plate is in contact with the rotor. The brake dust almost disappears. A note for NAM lurkers: I'M KIDDING.
I love what you've done with the blue. Very nice job. How are you liking the VMaxx coilovers? I am thinking about buying a set but I haven't really heard too much on the minis...
I cant even begin to explain how amazingly sexyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy your car is with that stance and the wheels.