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« on: July 05, 2009, 04:52:24 PM » |
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First post so just thought I would say hello to everyone. Just picked up my oxygen blue MINI back on 6/20. I had been looking for a new Camaro or Shelby GT 500 to replace my Z 06 Vette so of course I bought a almost no option MINI instead. Talk about an impulse buy! I decided to retire my Z 06 from daily driver duty and keep it and give the MINI a try. Havent had much time with it yet. Just got out of the shop and has to go back in again. I knew they were not rated high on quality when I got it and having owned Austin Healy's and MG's I guess I can live with the issues. I do wonder if the electricals are made by Lucus though! My drivers map light wont turn off and the dealer fix so far is to pull the bulb. Parts are coming from Germany though so we will see.
Did get a chance to go out and play in the rain today. I have to say this thing is FUN! think I will go out again in a little while and play with it some more. I used to autocross a AH Sprite that I had a Fiat Spyder DOHC engine stuffed into. But that was back in to early 80's. Might have to take this one out one day.
Anyway nice to meet everyone!
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« Reply #1 on: July 05, 2009, 04:58:11 PM » |
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Oh and here is my MINI. I am leaning towards bonnet stripes. Maybe Checkerboard!  [attachment deleted by admin] |
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« Reply #2 on: July 05, 2009, 05:38:25 PM » |
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Welcome to the group. We are a band of MINI lovers who get together on a whim (sometimes we are more organized) to chat up new friends, compare car modifications, sometimes even compare mileage. You never know what you are going to see or talk about when we meet. One of my very favorite runs of the year is coming up. Cooper vineyards. We make a day of it traveling to Richmond, then a spirited test of cornering on back roads to the vineyard. This year we are considering an add on leg to the mountains for a stay over. The event is July 18. Check out this link for all the information. http://www.hrmini.com/component/option,com_smf/Itemid,32/topic,3161.msg32687/topicseen,1/#newKeep an eye on the calendar. We have little meet and greets all over the Hampton Roads area. We also have a motto, "If you plan it, we will come" so don't be shy about announcing a place and time you particularly like. We have no rules or dues, we just gather for social companionship and to give our MINIs some excercise. |
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« Last Edit: July 05, 2009, 05:42:24 PM by 2FUN4ME »
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 Apollo is my 09 MCSa MY/B #1, #3 Tuscan leather, oak trim & wheel. My hubbie and I met thru HR MINI! |
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« Reply #3 on: July 05, 2009, 05:46:13 PM » |
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Welcome and take it to Crown Mini in Richmond...you'll be much happier.
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« Reply #4 on: July 05, 2009, 05:54:21 PM » |
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Hey, welcome aboard! Good to have ya. One of the neatest things about a MINI is when you buy one, it comes with friends! Make sure you wave at every MINI owner you see. If they don't wave back, wave harder! I really like Oxy Blue, it looks great with a black roof. Try to make some of our events coming up. I think we have some very interesting ones on the horizon. Connecting with other MINI owners is the best way to stay informed on upkeep and modifications to your car. Besides, we love helping other people spend their money. It also looks like you're an autocrosser, we have a good group of autocrossers locally, including myself and son Tyler, if he ever comes home from Florida or school. Hope to meet up with you soon.  |
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Dale Blankenship
Poquoson, VA
09 Laser Blue Clubman S
Wife thinks it's hers!
07 Mellow Yellow Cooper S
Of course son thinks it's his!
Guess I need a third MINI!
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« Reply #5 on: July 05, 2009, 05:57:10 PM » |
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Oh yeah, you were also thinking about stripes. Wait to see the variations some of our members have. Then decide on your own. We can even recommend people to do them for you.
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Apollo is my 09 MCSa MY/B #1, #3 Tuscan leather, oak trim & wheel. My hubbie and I met thru HR MINI! |
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« Reply #6 on: July 05, 2009, 07:36:51 PM » |
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Welcome welcome!!! Great color you have there, and the stock Cooper is THE car to have in HS autox'ing!! Different from the ZO6... but very fun!!  |
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« Reply #7 on: July 06, 2009, 01:17:51 AM » |
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Thanks for the welcome. I had some dings in the car on delivery that had to be fixed. The weird problem with the map light and the thing makes a high pitched whine that increases with RPM. I was told it was normal engine noise. I started a couple others on the sales lot and sure enough they did the same thing. I swear it sounds like a alternator or water pump bearing to me...oh well the warranty is my friend. And yes it is just a bit different than the Z 06. I have never driven a FWD car before. So that alone is taking some getting used to. Other than that it seems to handle well and has more power than I thought a " justa " Cooper would have. All my other cars are old muscle cars, and the yellow Vette so pulling up in the MINI is a shocker to my friends. I dont think they saw this one coming! |
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« Reply #8 on: July 06, 2009, 08:20:38 AM » |
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Welcome to the group.  We love converts from the other side as most of us are. |
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« Reply #9 on: July 06, 2009, 10:36:49 AM » |
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Welcome to the Mini gang. I too am an old muscle car buff, having owned two SS Monte Carlos and an '88 IROC-Z Camaro. Currently working on a new engine for a '94 Z-28 I picked up a few months ago.
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« Reply #10 on: July 06, 2009, 11:32:39 AM » |
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Welcome to the group. Driving a Justa at speed is all about carrying momentum. There is very little hp and about 3 lb/ft of torque. Once you brake, your done. But they turn like stink and will keep up with higher hp cars very well. A number of us autoX and your more than welcome to join us. Also if your intrested in a little more vigorous exersize I can help you get it on a road race track. AutoX is fun but the big track is OH MY GOD fun.
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« Reply #11 on: July 07, 2009, 12:55:20 PM » |
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Welcome to the group! Oxygen blue rocks and is the best color on a MINI, but perhaps I'm a bit biased, having owned one... Hehe.  |
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Wolfgang: 09 VW Jetta TDI, blue graphite metallic, 6 speed
Klaus: 73 VW Bug, hippie car, project, will the work never end??
Past MINI: '07 oxygen blue/white MC, 6 speed
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« Reply #12 on: July 07, 2009, 01:25:49 PM » |
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Welcome to the group! Oxygen blue rocks and is the best color on a MINI, but perhaps I'm a bit biased, having owned one... Hehe. Ya think???  |
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Dale Blankenship
Poquoson, VA
09 Laser Blue Clubman S
Wife thinks it's hers!
07 Mellow Yellow Cooper S
Of course son thinks it's his!
Guess I need a third MINI!
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« Reply #13 on: July 07, 2009, 08:07:14 PM » |
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Welcome to the group-you're going to love it here
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« Reply #14 on: July 08, 2009, 05:25:34 PM » |
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Hello and welcome to the gang |
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