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  1. goaljnky

    goaljnky New Member

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    Welcome to the site. If you have the vin number, I think you can go to the Mini site and figure out what the care came with. I am sure you will get more info tomorrow from those in the know.

    A JCW intake was an easy and popular upgrade, so don't be surprised if it has one. In either case, enjoy.
     
  2. RonsMinnie

    RonsMinnie New Member
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    Welcome to MA --
     
  3. Metalman

    Metalman Well-Known Member
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    Hey there Mr.Coty, welcome to M/A, glad to have you.:D

    Good luck with your MINI adoption.

    When you get your new baby, don't forget to build your garage with lots of pic's.

    And don't forget to pick out a name for your MINI.
     
  4. putterfarm

    putterfarm New Member

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    Welcome aboard :Thumbsup:.

    Do you know the previous owner was ? They will tell you anything you need to know about your new baby, MINI people are like that :D. If not take pictures, look for colored parts (springs, anti-sway bars, super-charger pulley), an air filter that's not a PITA to change.

    We're all here to help,

    Mark
     
  5. Justa Jim

    Justa Jim Well-Known Member
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    Welcome and you will figure everything out in time. I am still learning things about mine two years later. :D

    Jim
     
  6. mistertripps

    mistertripps New Member

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    Welcome! Can't wait to see pictures of your new MINI!!
     
  7. leicaguy

    leicaguy New Member

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  8. Way Motor Works

    Way Motor Works New Member

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    Welcome an 05 is a great car. If it has a JCW airbox it could be a JCW, but it is common for people to add just the intake so check it out.
     
  9. LadyGodiva

    LadyGodiva New Member

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    Gotta love that Chrono pack! :Thumbsup:

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  10. Mr.Coty

    Mr.Coty New Member

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    Unfortunately I dont know the previous owner. By looking at the pictures i have it doesnt look like there is anything but the intake but one can always hope its a hidden jewel:Thumbsup: Thanks for all the comments and warm welcome.
     
  11. lotsie

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    Howdy, eh:D

    Mark
     
  12. UKXPAT

    UKXPAT New Member

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    Welcome aboard. You'll love every minute. Lot's of really knowledgeable people on here to help you with everything you'll ever need to know!
     
  13. TATTRAT

    TATTRAT Well-Known Member
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    welcome to MA! You will love the change to a MINI, SO much more fun in every regard!
     
  14. MiniKar

    MiniKar Member

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    Welcome to MA !

    While waiting for the arrival, read alot of posts and you will learn
    all about your new MINI !

    Enjoy, once it arrives ! ! !
     
  15. Nick5811

    Nick5811 New Member

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    I bought my 05 as a commuter about a month and a half ago, but I started modding things (including the air intake and exhaust) about a week into owning it.

    I found the original owner of the car (who also bought it for commuting, but didn't do ANYTHING to it) on the internet. He gave me his old keys (which was nice) but they started the car right up....if anyone in your area might have a copy of your key, I'd suggest an alarm system with ignition kill be your first mod. Nothing worse than your car being driven away without you.... :(

    Congratulations, and welcome to the club!
     
  16. Mr.Coty

    Mr.Coty New Member

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    Luckily the car was transferred in from Florida so its quite a ways a way. And much to my delight the car came in yesterday and i picked it up last night. From what I can see the JCW intake is the only thing on it although it does feel considerably quicker than my civic did considering I assume they put down roughly the same WHP with the benefit going to the civic and weight to the MINI (obviously). But thanks to all on this site you made the wait bearable
     
  17. putterfarm

    putterfarm New Member

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    :D

    Glad you like your new toy :Thumbsup:

    MINIs rule :cool::devil:

    Mark
     
  18. Justa Jim

    Justa Jim Well-Known Member
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    Watch out for this guy Mr Coty. His outfit makes some very cool stuff you will have to have, but don't know it yet. :cornut:

    Jim
     
  19. Mr.Coty

    Mr.Coty New Member

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    I will have to check that out then. I love the stuff I didnt know I needed
     
  20. RllyDrvrIX

    RllyDrvrIX New Member

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    Welcome aboard!