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I think most MINI owners get more smiles per gallon than any other car I can think of( within a reasonable range, not talking about Lambos, Ferraris, or supercars). The only thing that bums me out, is the MINI drivers that have a MINI, but it's just a complete utilitarian vehicle to them, they never wave, smile, or seem to be enjoying the drive! WTF? I guess I(we) are just a little more passionate about our little cars of Fun!

I think you are one of a few, new here to the board, with a Countryman. The thing with the First gens, and second gens, is they have been out for some time, and there are loads of aftermarket play things, tips, tricks, and accessories. I am not sure what all is out there for the Countryman, well, because I don't own one and haven't looked, lol. Anywho, I am sure that as time goes on, the market for parts/go-fast goodies, and cosmetic accessories will open up. That is one UNIVERSAL draw to the MINI brand, imo, the ability to personalize. As you get involved, and head out to some meets, you will see how cool it is to see so many of the same car, yet each is as individual, and unique as their owners. Welcome to the MIN family! Just curious, what attracted you to the MINI world, and the Countryman?

What are your plans? Anything performance wise, or just cosmetics?

Welcome!

I have seen "REDMINI" 3 times, in 2 days in Fairfax, mainly in the Old Town Fairfax area. Just noticed the club badge yesterday. Not sure who it is on the board, but GREAT looking MINI!

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Welcome!

how in the sam hell have I missed this thread?! I will be there, no matter what, and hopefully Dana too! Can't wait to see everyone!

I too would be interested in this.

I could actually make that! Not to mention, it's pretty good Thai.

AWESOME!! some days, that drives me frickin' crazy, lol!

POOP, I can't remember the plate, I think it was RAB 67 or something, we had a honk, and a wave going down towards FFX Blvd. Always nice to see members out in the wild!

Awesome thread, and write up! This is something I have been looking into over the past couple of months, and really want to go with a big brake conversion. One question, Haemish: Any reason you didn't go with a slotted/drilled rotor? So glad you posted all this, it saved me from the thread I was gonna be making! Looks great!!

Welcome, Nick!!

I'm easy, whatever you wanna part with!

Gas Cap decals, YES PLEASE!!!

that is a few more that I would like, but it looks great! I am always so sketched with electrical work. I have done LOADS of car audio, but lighting always seems to throw a stick in the works. I want to do 2 lights, but in the loser cowl/vent, just under the bumper and leave the recessed.

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I wouldn't mind coming to say hi, sounds like you might practically be a neighbor now. I am in "Old Town" FFX, about a mile from Mason, on Main Street.

Looks like it, I would assume next up is the grille, and the headlight rings. Looks great, good DIY!

I have used MachV, and am always pleased.

Awesome, thanks so much!!

I just need a resonator welded in, and I am ready to put on my new pipes. Damn Monroe quoted me almost 8 hundred dollars to do the job, I seriously laughed in the kids face(he looked 17). I said I already HAVE the exhaust, I just want a resonator welded in, and an install. . . he said, "Oh I know, and that is the price to do that". GRRR.

Depends on how long they have been ruinin, errr. . . running it.

Welcome!