08-26-2010, 12:28 PM | #23 |
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Yup, more than one, fun car, just cant get over the "cutesy" femininity. I don't mean any harm in what I say, I just wish they had more attitude, if you have a mini and love, keep on living it...
My previous DD was a Mazda Protege5, I like the convenience in those types (hatchback) vehicles. The mini fits into that category, but I just cant get over its styling, I would love to have another BMW product but I'll probably go with a GTI or an older e46 wagon though the latter might be too big... Not selling the ZHP to be clear, it just needs to go back to being a garage queen...
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08-26-2010, 12:31 PM | #24 |
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I would take those seats over the leatherette that the US is offered, any day of the week!
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08-26-2010, 12:40 PM | #25 |
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Tell me this JCW Mini is cute and doesn't have attitude....
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08-26-2010, 03:29 PM | #27 |
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More "attitude" than a base mini, yes, but it still has those almost original dodge neon headlights. Remember that car campaign? "Hi"
Terrible Picture... Here is some attitude...
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08-26-2010, 03:55 PM | #28 |
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Mmmm, had an earlier version. Nice car, bit bland and the interior quite frankly was as boring as a German boardroom. Have a Golf GT at the moment which has a more flexible engine imo. Any way this does it for me, and is probably going to be the only thing I will replace my Cooper with: Each one to his own I suppose. |
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Who knows? I googled Dodge Neon and this is one of the images I got!
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08-26-2010, 07:32 PM | #32 |
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Regarding the comment about the speedometer being in the middle, obviously this person has never driven a Mini. In the center above the steering wheel there also is a digital speedometer, I've had my Mini almost a year and never look at the center speedometer. I've owned 13 BMW's and the Mini is a solid, fun to drive car with a unique character. My only hesitation at all about the Countryman is only two seats in the back instead of a bench seat.
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08-26-2010, 08:31 PM | #33 |
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You're right I haven't driven it- it was in my post that I haven't, and I'm not saying its not a great little car, I'm sure it is. I didn't know there was a digi above the wheel but that doesn't save the entire stack from looking like one of flavor flav's giant clocks.
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08-26-2010, 08:53 PM | #34 |
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I will reserve judgement on the X1 and Countryman until I can see and drive both in the metal.
Until then, here are some more "cutsie" MINIs pictures for your viewing pleasure: |
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08-26-2010, 09:34 PM | #35 |
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Comes down to what your needs are. MY E92 is strictly a 4 seater and it's never been an issue.
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08-26-2010, 11:49 PM | #36 |
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The Mini Countryman looks like something Minnie Mouse would drive (especially inside)!
I've always like Mini's, but I'm just not feeling the styling of the Countryman. |
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One thing though that I am not sold on is that centre rail between the seats. Mini have said that they will be selling accessories that fit onto the rail but short of a cupholder or two (there is also a sunglass holder) I cannot think what else I would mount on it. In Europe there will be a no cost option to not have it and then with a 3-seater bench in the back. Anyway, I am happy with my X1 order. |
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08-27-2010, 07:40 AM | #38 |
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How about we stop the bashing and get back to the main theme of this thread which is a size comparison between the X1 and the Countryman.
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As far as I have worked it out the Countryman is smaller than my Golf+. A standard Golfs dimensions are:
Golf GT Length 4199 mm - 13'9" Width 1779 mm - 5'10" - exc. mirrors Height 1480 mm - 4'10" Wheel Base 2575 mm - 8'5" Boot Capacity 350 litres (min)1305 litres (max) Countryman Length - 161.3 inches (4097 mm) Height - 61.5 inches (1561 mm) Width - 70.4 inches (1789 mm) Wheelbase - 102.2 inches (2595 mm) Cargo capacity - 350 liters The X1's dimensions are pretty much the same as a 3-series estate. So, put a Golf next to a 3-series estate and you get an idea of the difference. Saying that the X1 feels larger, probably due to the extra height. |
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What an odd comparison this is
who ever figured that buyers of either cars are interested in looking over the hedge?.. No point in this at all. What's next; Freelander vs the Prius?
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The Countryman is growing on me, though I'm really looking forward to the Mini Roadster vs. the Z2 comparison coming up in a couple of years. |
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Very relevant I would say. |
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