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AndyP & Lenore

7th July 2011, 11:35 PM

Seems fair to keep Roadster specific chat to it's own thread, rather than hi-jacking Ken's Coupe thread...

This model is planned for 2012. I don't think it's officially been confirmed as a model yet, but the Coupe was only just officially launched and pics of the Coupe and Roadster have both been floating around for a while now.

Does this look stunning or what?

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster2.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster3.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster4.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster5.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster6.jpg

AndyP & Lenore

7th July 2011, 11:37 PM

No disrespect to those who own a current convertible, we even considered one ourselves before we bought the 125i Convertible. But I just don't think this is anything like as attractive as the Roadster pics above.

http://www.cars-wallpapers.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/mini-convertible-sidewalk-2007-1-1024x768.jpg

A.

GCA3N

8th July 2011, 12:04 AM

Not even in the same league. The roadster is just stunning. I came close to ordering a works convertible too Andy but obviously opted for the hatch.

sent from my galaxy S ll

Neil - TXJ

8th July 2011, 12:46 AM

Not even in the same league. The roadster is just stunning. I came close to ordering a works convertible too Andy but obviously opted for the hatch.

sent from my galaxy S ll

Your next car Greig?

Mon the fish

8th July 2011, 07:03 AM

It's interesting how the concepts look nice and low, minimal wheelgap in the first pic, then when production starts it looks like they're on stilts!

euan

8th July 2011, 08:17 AM

It's interesting how the concepts look nice and low, minimal wheelgap in the first pic, then when production starts it looks like they're on stilts!

It's one of those that looks great with the roof down but not as great with it up which is unfortunate as that how it'll look most of the time. As someone said in the other thread, it looks like a TT with the roof up. I bet they sell tons of it though...

GCA3N

8th July 2011, 08:52 AM

Your next car Greig?

I know this sounds daft but if they had given it a bench rear seat maybe , but I couldn't get it having the wee one at home. I seriously would love it though. My works is a 3 year deal so I have 2 years to wait by which time it will be either the R56GP, countryman JCW or who knows maybe there will be a new 4 seater soft top.

I say this however I think when I see this in flesh logic will go out the window.

KenL

8th July 2011, 09:25 AM

NO Greig, not the Countryman JCW. That is just SO wrong! I dread to think what Mr. Cooper would think of that if he were alive today.

zimbo

8th July 2011, 09:48 AM

Seems fair to keep Roadster specific chat to it's own thread, rather than hi-jacking Ken's Coupe thread...

This model is planned for 2012. I don't think it's officially been confirmed as a model yet, but the Coupe was only just officially launched and pics of the Coupe and Roadster have both been floating around for a while now.

Does this look stunning or what?

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster4.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster5.jpg

:drool: oh yeah, just needs a red interior and possibly a red roof (....now I said POSSIBLY!!!! :lol: ) and get rid of those horrid goldish coloured viper stripes :thumbs up:

Great post MrP

ELFMAN

8th July 2011, 09:52 AM

It's interesting how the concepts look nice and low, minimal wheelgap in the first pic, then when production starts it looks like they're on stilts!

I always think that's the case, as I mentioned on the Coupe thread. Lowering springs would take care of that though. The more I see these pictures, the more I think that the Roadster is better resolved design-wise than the Coupe. There's something about the Coupe's roof that just doesn't gel for me, but this looks pretty good, especially roof-down.

rpn

8th July 2011, 11:29 AM

I want one! http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w214/rpn48/Smilies/love-struck.gif

zimbo

8th July 2011, 03:23 PM

Heres some quick adjustments to make out how I would like my Roadster to look if and when I got one...

28182819

Either one of those would do me :yes nod: :cool:

Colin

8th July 2011, 04:11 PM

Like this at lot better than the Coupe, but only with the roof down.

GCA3N

8th July 2011, 06:11 PM

NO Greig, not the Countryman JCW. That is just SO wrong! I dread to think what Mr. Cooper would think of that if he were alive today.

We all said that about the clubman it will grow on.you. I think there are some nice ones already.

sent from my galaxy S ll

AndyP & Lenore

8th July 2011, 06:34 PM

Heres some quick adjustments to make out how I would like my Roadster to look if and when I got one...

2818

So, you want a MINI with the inside coated in red shag pile?:confused::confused: :lol:

A.:D

Neil - TXJ

8th July 2011, 08:00 PM

I know this sounds daft but if they had given it a bench rear seat maybe , but I couldn't get it having the wee one at home. I seriously would love it though. My works is a 3 year deal so I have 2 years to wait by which time it will be either the R56GP, countryman JCW or who knows maybe there will be a new 4 seater soft top.

I say this however I think when I see this in flesh logic will go out the window.

I have never been a fan of convertibles but love the look of this. I can't swap for more than 2 years but like you can't imagine being able to manage with no rear sears.

The Dogfather

8th July 2011, 08:21 PM

We all said that about the clubman it will grow on.you. I think there are some nice ones already.

sent from my galaxy S ll

Actually it was split 50/50, some liked some hated. There's pretty much universal hate for the countryman from the people I've spoken to....

weefossy

8th July 2011, 11:17 PM

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster3.jpg

Looking at the above picture just confirms my thoughts, looks great with the roof down, but like a pram with the hood up. In fact I would say the hood on the Roadster looks more out of place and is a worse fit than the convertible. Can't imagine what it will look like with a bit of ware over the cross bars?

zimbo

9th July 2011, 11:33 AM

So, you want a MINI with the inside coated in red shag pile?:confused::confused: :lol:

A.:D

:yes nod: :lol: gonna be pimptastic... :laugh:

KenL

9th July 2011, 01:09 PM

I can't see the Countryman ever growing on me, sorry.

AndyP & Lenore

9th July 2011, 11:39 PM

Looking at the above picture just confirms my thoughts, looks great with the roof down, but like a pram with the hood up. In fact I would say the hood on the Roadster looks more out of place and is a worse fit than the convertible. Can't imagine what it will look like with a bit of ware over the cross bars?

I know what you mean Malcolm, but our 125i hasn't worn at all over the cross bars. I know some of the MINI convertibles had this trouble though. I seem to remember VintageB3 had repeat trips to the dealer to get it fixed.

Thing is, at the end of the day, these are "concept" shots, so the finished article may have a more refined finish to the hood. I guess time will tell.

And again, like the coupe, beauty is in the eye of the beholder - we LOVE the look of the soft top and don't think it looks wrong or unsightly or even remotely like a pram. At least, no more than the likes of a boxster, etc.

ELFMAN

11th July 2011, 12:29 PM

Hopefully they'll iron out the prominent 'roof-up ridges' before they sign off the final production version.

indigomatt

11th July 2011, 01:31 PM

Why isn’t the coupe / roadster one car, it looks like the roof should be a foldable metal one but for some reason it isn’t :ragin:

It's bad workmanship / design by Mini, they should really give the brand something special and unique, it will sell no matter what the added cost and lack of boot :yes nod: just look and the current New Mini :cool:

Neil - TXJ

30th October 2011, 08:50 AM

A few more pics. It is a Facebook link so hope you can view.

http://m.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.10150336859081640.344531.285423841639&type=1&__user=1045608721

I don't mind the Coupe but couldn't see me having one over a standard Mini as for me the looks dont make me go 'wow' and the performance is not materially different.

I am however really liking the look of the Roadster which is a real surprise for me as cant think of another convertible I would want as I have always preferred tin tops.

Cheers.

mikeythemini

30th October 2011, 10:41 AM

The MINI Roadster.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030102854_p90086002-zoom.jpg

At a glance.
• MINI is pushing ahead with the rigorous expansion of its model family. The latest addition to the range is the MINI Roadster, the sixth model in the brand’s current line-up and the first open-top two-seater in its history. Cutting-edge, typically MINI interpretation of the compact, two-seater sports car concept with manually-opening soft-top roof; first premium car of its kind in the small car segment; unique package appealing to demanding target groups with a penchant for elegant sportiness, spontaneous open-top driving fun and irresistible design; inspiring handling fuelled by powerful engines and sophisticated chassis technology; unrivalled scope for individualisation.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030102914_p90086073-zoom.jpg

• Faithful reproduction of the MINI design language within the proportions of a roadster; clear focus on two-seat design and open-air driving experience; sporting charisma, with short overhangs, powerful over-the-wheel stance and high waistline typical of MINI; unmistakable design features and hallmark details underline the car’s brand identity.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030102934_p90085858-zoom.jpg

• Three-box body structure with a strikingly stepped rear end; elegantly sweeping roadster look thanks to heavily raked A-pillars and a waistline rising up slightly along the length of the body towards the flat rear end; stands more than 20 millimetres lower than the MINI Convertible; manually operated soft-top roof with straightforward mechanism for spontaneous, rapid opening and closing.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030103119_p90086085-zoom.jpg

• Full-blooded go-kart feeling and outstanding safety levels thanks to bespoke chassis set-up, low centre of gravity, torsionally rigid body and optimised aerodynamic properties; Electric Power Steering and DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) as standard, DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) with EDLC (Electronic Differential Lock Control) optional (standard in the MINI John Cooper Works Roadster); roll-over bars in polished stainless steel; active rear spoiler extends automatically at 80 km/h (50 mph); MINI John Cooper Works Roadster with standard John Cooper Works aerodynamic kit.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030102954_p90085995-zoom.jpg

• Focused two-seater concept with stowage area behind the driver and passenger seats, through-loading system and 240-litre luggage area; wide-opening tailgate for comfortable loading; optional: wind protection insert between the roll-over bars.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030103219_p90086390-zoom.jpg

• Latest-generation four-cylinder engines; most powerful petrol and diesel units in the MINI line-up; MINI TwinPower Turbo technology; MINI John Cooper Works Roadster with 155 kW/211 hp, MINI Cooper S Roadster with 135 kW/184 hp, MINI Cooper Roadster with 90 kW/122 hp, MINI Cooper SD Roadster with 105 kW/143 hp; exemplary efficiency thanks to MINIMALISM technology.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030103057_p90086083-zoom.jpg

• Bespoke colour and materials concept for upholstery, exterior mirrors, trim elements and Colour Lines; exclusive MINI Yours options and Sport Stripes in contrasting colour provide further individualisation; high-quality standard equipment including speed-sensitive steering assistance, electrically adjustable exterior mirrors, Park Distance Control, air conditioning (MINI Cooper S Roadster, MINI Cooper SD Roadster, MINI John Cooper Works Roadster) and audio system with MP3-compatible CD player and AUX IN connection; options include black headlight housing, xenon Adaptive Headlights, Comfort Access, automatic climate control and the Always Open Timer; wide range of entertainment and communications options: Harman Kardon hi-fi loudspeaker system, MINI navigation system, MINI Connected features including Driving Excitement app, web radio, Google services, RSS news feeds, Mission Control, and in-car use of Facebook and Twitter.
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030103017_p90086005-zoom.jpg

• Engine variants:

MINI John Cooper Works Roadster:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with MINI TwinPower Turbo technology and numerous technological details carried over directly from motor sport.
Displacement: 1,598 cc, output: 155 kW/211 hp at 6,000 rpm,
max. torque: 260 Nm/192 lb-ft at 1,850 – 5,600 rpm (280 Nm/207 lb-ft with Overboost at 2,000 – 5,100 rpm). Acceleration 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 6.5 seconds, top speed: 237 km/h (147 mph). Average fuel consumption according to EU: 7.3 litres/100 kilometres (38.7 mpg imp), CO2 emissions: 169 g/km.

MINI Cooper S Roadster:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with
MINI TwinPower Turbo technology. Displacement: 1,598 cc,
output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,500 rpm, max. torque: 240 Nm/177 lb-ft at 1,600 – 5,000 rpm (260 Nm/192 lb-ft with Overboost at 1,730 – 4,500 rpm). Acceleration 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 7.0 seconds,
top speed: 227 km/h (141 mph). Average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.0 litres/100 kilometres (47.1 mpg imp), CO2 emissions: 139 g/km.

MINI Cooper Roadster:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve management based on the BMW Group’s VALVETRONIC technology. Displacement: 1,598 cc, output: 90 kW/122 hp at 6,000 rpm, max. torque: 160 Nm/118 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm. Acceleration 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 9.2 seconds, top speed: 199 km/h (124 mph). Average fuel consumption according to EU: 5.7 litres/100 kilometres (49.6 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 133 g/km.

MINI Cooper SD Roadster:
Four-cylinder turbodiesel with MINI TwinPower Turbo technology. Displacement: 1,995 cc, output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4,000 rpm, max. torque: 305 Nm/225 lb-ft at 1,750 – 2,700 rpm. Acceleration 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 8.1 seconds,
top speed: 212 km/h (132 mph). Average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.5 litres/100 kilometres (62.8 mpg imp), CO2 emissions: 118 g/km.

• Exterior dimensions:

Length: 3,734 millimetres (MINI Cooper Roadster: 3,728 millimetres, MINI John Cooper Works Roadster: 3,758 millimetres)
Width: 1,683 millimetres
Height: 1,390 millimetres (MINI Cooper Roadster: 1,384 millimetres, MINI John Cooper Works Roadster: 1,391 millimetres)
Wheelbase: 2,467 millimetres
http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030103041_p90086058-zoom.jpg

AndyP & Lenore

30th October 2011, 11:23 AM

I'm really liking the look of that.

We're not sure about this manual opening/closing roof, but need to see it in the flesh to make a proper decision on it.

I would guess if this is available spring next year, it will be in the showrooms Feb / March time.

A.

Stewart

30th October 2011, 12:50 PM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/385338_10150336859306640_285423841639_8619274_1659 242106_n.jpg

See I like that as I never liked the rear of the Mini in convertible form it just looked not great in my mind.

http://www.newministuff.com/new/gallery/20111030102914_p90086073-zoom.jpg

AndyP & Lenore

30th October 2011, 12:55 PM

Pics from MINI's Facebook page.

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_01.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_02.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_03.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_04.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_05.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_06.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_07.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_08.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_09.jpg

AndyP & Lenore

30th October 2011, 12:56 PM

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_10.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_11.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_12.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_13.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_14.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_15.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_16.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_17.jpg

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_18.jpg

ELFMAN

30th October 2011, 05:41 PM

That does look good! :cool::thumbs up:

Stewart

30th October 2011, 06:11 PM

The Works version, on a summer’s day (Yes I know we don’t get many of those to the pound) on a empty highland road! You know you want one Euan!

Actually thinking how good this would look in that new Ice blue.

MINIme:)

30th October 2011, 06:41 PM

Ooh that's pretty cute, I like it a lot!

Stewart you get a gold star for the ice blue appreciation :thumbs up::bigwave:

euan

31st October 2011, 10:22 AM

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_15.jpg

Looks better than this guys hat - WTF is that all about!

I actually really like it though can't believe the UK is the only place not to get the auto roof.

AndyP & Lenore

31st October 2011, 10:41 AM

I actually really like it though can't believe the UK is the only place not to get the auto roof.

Where'd you hear that Euan?

A.

euan

31st October 2011, 10:49 AM

My in-laws were round and had a copy of the Times where they had an article on it, it's mentioned in there. Can't link to it as it'll be behind the paywall.

ELFMAN

31st October 2011, 01:06 PM

Stewart you get a gold star for the ice blue appreciation :thumbs up::bigwave:

Stewart, you crawler.... ;)

zimbo

31st October 2011, 05:38 PM

I can very easily see one of these in my future :yes nod: (manual roof for me please :thumbs up: = less weight and more ooomph) need to see some pics of the boot with the roof folded!!

Burple

31st October 2011, 05:52 PM

I'll just leave this here shall I?? :thumbs up::thumbs up:

v04D-53Lh5M

...and of course "turn it up" to HD ;)

Me likey!! :cool::cool::thumbs up:

Stewart

31st October 2011, 06:22 PM

I’m one that was not keen at the start of them morphing the car away from the Hatch…..but that looks really nice if you wanted open top motoring.

Right I see an aerial on the car now so whats the silver thing on the boot lid is that for the GPS?

peterb

31st October 2011, 09:23 PM

AndyP & Lenore

1st November 2011, 12:27 AM

Yes what is the silver thing? I would need the heated seats, the circulation is not as good as it use to be, a day out in the Alvis can give me hyperthermia ;) Still I'm makeing my own personal contribution to global warming:hand:

Heated seats in a convertible is essential if you want to use it out of summer. We have heated seats in our 125 convertible and we often use it in the middle of January with -5 outside. Whack the heat up, turn the seats on, wrap a scarf round your neck, throw the beast into the twisties and enjoy the drive!

A.:thumbs up:

Stewart

1st November 2011, 12:03 PM

Yes what is the silver thing? I would need the heated seats,
http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_14.jpg
This is it! dont know what its for.....

peterb

1st November 2011, 08:52 PM

Unfortunately in 1932 when the Alvis was built heated seats were n't on the options list:sad:

Gismo

1st November 2011, 10:11 PM

http://tili.co.uk/MINI/roadster_14.jpg
This is it! dont know what its for.....

It's the aerial, no roof so it has to go somewhere

Stewart

1st November 2011, 11:22 PM

But there is an Aerial on the rear wing?

some more pics.:smilewinkgrin:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/301347_10150339802221640_285423841639_8648221_7797 61279_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/300088_10150339801996640_285423841639_8648214_2401 17779_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/375972_10150339802181640_285423841639_8648220_6796 20784_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/295733_10150339802071640_285423841639_8648216_2973 50353_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/392060_10150339801846640_285423841639_8648208_4520 48705_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/310809_10150339801956640_285423841639_8648213_1774 214229_n.jpg

AndyP & Lenore

1st November 2011, 11:48 PM

Pretty sure the raised ones on the red and black car is a GPS receiver. The chrome one on the silver car - nae idea at all. Why would they be different just because the car colour is different, doesn't make any sense. :idunno:

Edit: There's a bigger black one on one of the silver cars too. :idunno: :idunno:

A.:D

ELFMAN

3rd November 2011, 06:04 PM

throw the beast into the twisties

Andy, I did that once when I sat down too quickly while wearing shorts... :blush:

AndyP & Lenore

3rd November 2011, 06:53 PM

More details on the Roadster's manual roof here: http://www.motoringfile.com/2011/11/01/the-mini-roadsters-manual-top-in-detail/

A.

euan

3rd November 2011, 07:34 PM

I have to be honest - I'm all for the manual roof. Excess weight for motors you don't need aren't there, less to go wrong, happy days.

Burple

4th November 2011, 11:15 AM

Andy, I did that once when I sat down too quickly while wearing shorts... :blush:

:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:: laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::l augh:

Duncan Stewart

4th November 2011, 08:56 PM

:cool: Very smart :cool: I wonder if a removable hard top will become available for it - make it a great all year round car

Stewart

5th November 2011, 04:23 PM

So what's the Semi-Auto roof when its at home, does it pop up gas powered or go down and lock by gas powered? To me if you have to throw it it back with your hand its more or less a manual roof. ;)

AndyP & Lenore

6th November 2011, 12:21 AM

So what's the Semi-Auto roof when its at home, does it pop up gas powered or go down and lock by gas powered? To me if you have to throw it it back with your hand its more or less a manual roof. ;)

Stewart, I get the impression the semi-auto roof means you need to push it down yourself and clip/click it into place to hold it open. To close the roof you press a button and gas dampers push it part way up so you can grab it and pull it closed. But I could be well off the mark there.

A.

MINIme:)

22nd November 2011, 10:01 AM

Latest news from MotoringFile

http://www.motoringfile.com/2011/11/22/mini-roadster-most-headroom-of-any-mini/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Motoringfile+%28MotoringFile+ |+MINI+News%2C+Reviews+and+Podcast%29&utm_content=FaceBook (http://www.motoringfile.com/2011/11/22/mini-roadster-most-headroom-of-any-mini/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Motoringfile+%28MotoringFile+ %7C+MINI+News%2C+Reviews+and+Podcast%29&utm_content=FaceBook)

Sounds good for those of us that thought the coupe seemed low. Mind you, would I notice an inch?!! :lol:

AndyP & Lenore

22nd November 2011, 01:08 PM

The world has just come crashing down around us.:frown: Our worst fear has been realised and it puts in jeopardy us ever buying another MINI - Roadster or not.:frown:

MINI are discontinuing LASER BLUE.:ragin::ragin::ragin::ragin::ragin::ragin::ra gin::ragin::ragin::ragin:

A & L.:sad::sad:

stoney

22nd November 2011, 01:56 PM

Don't think it's a bad thing as there are loads of them on the road

IF IN DOUBT FLAT OUT :)

ELFMAN

22nd November 2011, 02:15 PM

Aye, they're nearly as common as Pepper White!!!!!! :smilewinkgrin:

DOHHHHHHHHHH! :argh:

MINIme:)

22nd November 2011, 02:43 PM

That'll make you extra special Andy! :yes nod:

Ice Blue is kinda a cross between laser blue and pepper white? If that helps? ...No? :smilewinkgrin:

ELFMAN

22nd November 2011, 04:28 PM

Ice Blue is kinda a cross between laser blue and pepper white? :smilewinkgrin:

I agree, but then I am quite deranged... ;)

Stewart

22nd November 2011, 05:46 PM

discontinuing LASER BLUE.

Andy you need to start a Face book campaign to save it.:thumbs up:
I always fancied the blue as it worked so well with the black roof. :ragin:

Dam them!
http://sp0.fotolog.com/photo/32/2/57/x_xjessikithazz/1241139395202_f.jpg

MINIme:)

22nd November 2011, 06:30 PM

:lol: Stewart!!

Maybe if you're quick? Run!

zimbo

23rd November 2011, 10:54 AM

Andy your like a grumpy old women :rolleyes: :laugh: ,you never know MINI might decide to add a new colour specifically for the roadster :idunno: that would be to yours and Lenores taste. I have my ideas of colour for a roadster if I decide to go down that road...:p

ELFMAN

23rd November 2011, 01:08 PM

Andy your like a grumpy old women

That's sexist Zimbo - he's just a Grumpy old Man! :hand:
Being one myself, I can recognise the signs... :smilewinkgrin:

AndyP & Lenore

23rd November 2011, 06:49 PM

That's sexist Zimbo - he's just a Grumpy old Man! :hand:
Being one myself, I can recognise the signs... :smilewinkgrin:

I'm just at that age where I like stability. I never thought I'd hear myself type this but I don't like change!:ragin:

A.:D

MINIme:)

24th November 2011, 12:00 AM

Oh Andy, you are not the only one!

weefossy

24th November 2011, 12:15 AM

"Change " is one thing you can be certain of. :hand:
Think I learnt that on my first management course; must have been awake after all :laugh:

AndyP & Lenore

24th November 2011, 01:14 AM

"Change " is one thing you can be certain of. :hand:

I thought that was death and taxes. :lol:

A:D

ELFMAN

24th November 2011, 02:10 PM

I don't like change!:ragin:A.:D

Lenore has mentioned the SOCKS... :thud:

Neil - TXJ

7th February 2012, 07:43 PM

Although I won't be swapping my car for well over 18mths I can't stop myself looking. Been doing a bit of maths this evening to work out the cost of the Roadster on my company car scheme.

Comparing the Roadster S with the standard S both with Chilli pack and fuel for 18,000 miles a year the Roadster costs £55 more a month. The more interesting stat is that I could get the Roadster SD for £9 less a month than the hatch, now that may be a compromise worth having. I can see the discussion now, look dear by having the convertible I am saving a few pounds every month!

Still not sure I could live with just 2 seats and the height of the top of the windscreen is still a concern for me but will need to sit in one to see if it is a problem. However the hatchback SD works out a full £70 pm cheaper than the standard S so that could end up being the car of choice but a lot can change in 18 months!

Stewart

7th February 2012, 07:58 PM

Neil - TXJ

7th February 2012, 08:07 PM

I know its not on your list but you just know the Works Roadster is just going to sound great with the roof down popping and banging not to sure the SD will sound as good, but will look the part I’m sure.

Black Roadster JCW sports pack to me will just be the Dog’s nuts!

Personally I have no interest in the Works minis. I know a lot of people will disagree but I have more than enough power in the MCS. I have not had one instance where I wish I had more power better brakes yes but more power, no.

ELFMAN

8th February 2012, 01:40 AM

Personally I have no interest in the Works minis. I know a lot of people will disagree but I have more than enough power in the MCS. I have not had one instance where I wish I had more power better brakes yes but more power, no.

I know where you're coming from Trigger, but I reckon it's all a question of Balance, and what you're used to. My R56 MCS was by no means underpowered when I bought it, but compared to my tuned R53 JCW 210, it lacked that visceral 'fizz' and top-end pull that I got from the old car. I'd say my car with the current tune is just about spot on for me and 'Works' in harmony with the suspension and brakes - all in all, it's how I feel it should have come out of the factory. You don't NEED more power, and you can upset the balance of the car with too much of it, but a bit more is just like adding some extra chilli to your fave recipe - it doesn't ruin the flavour and it makes the dish more interesting!

Gismo

8th February 2012, 05:49 AM

I'm with the Elfman on this, also, within your 18 month waiting time the JCW Countryman will be out :Whistle:

GCA3N

8th February 2012, 09:10 AM

Neil have you driven a works before? I think once you do you realise just how different they are. I guess it's all about personal choice and as you say most would never miss it. Having had that cooper s coupe for the day I could'nt wait to get back into my works but I guess I am used to the extra grunt etc.

Mon the fish

8th February 2012, 09:28 AM

Personally I have no interest in the Works minis. I know a lot of people will disagree but I have more than enough power in the MCS. I have not had one instance where I wish I had more power better brakes yes but more power, no.

The suspension is the same, if you're after better brakes just upgrade your pad compound. The JCW Brembos weigh as much as John Prescott, and you can get the same stopping power from the R56 S brakes with a better pad compound.

There's a reason the TA Minis run the R56 S brakes over the Brembos

ELFMAN

8th February 2012, 12:01 PM

The suspension is the same, if you're after better brakes just upgrade your pad compound. The JCW Brembos weigh as much as John Prescott, and you can get the same stopping power from the R56 S brakes with a better pad compound. There's a reason the TA Minis run the R56 S brakes over the Brembos

I agree with Mon's points - he knows what he's talking about - but if we're talking pros and cons of Works stuff, the actual Works Suspension (which ISN'T fitted as standard to the Factory JCW) is better, if not as good as Coil-Overs, and presumably (as we've discussed before) you can upgrade the pad material on the Brembos (and fit Braided Hoses?) to improve them further too? Arguably, the weight isn't quite as much of an issue on the road as it is on track - it isn't for me anyway. The Brembos do the business (always the first consideration) and look great, and even though the 'official' gear is expensive, if you prefer to 'keep it in the family' as I (mostly) do, it 'Works' for me!

KenL

8th February 2012, 09:47 PM

Get a Cooper, the Roadster is all about the pose value!

I think it looks amazing, I could live with 2 seats but not sure I could live with a fabric roof as my only car.

Neil - TXJ

8th February 2012, 10:31 PM

If money was no object, given the choice of a JCW or an S I would clearly choose a JCW but for the way I use the car the opportunity I would get to use that extra power is minimal, I struggle to use the full power of my S on a regular basis let alone a JCW. I could have a Veyron but it wouldn't make my 30 mile commute to work that much quicker:D

My car has been in for its service / recall for the last couple of days and I had a One as a courtesy car and yes I missed the power but it was still an enjoyable drive on the twisty bits and in some respects a more challenging car to drive quickly as making sure you are in the right gear is far more important. Reminded me of my old Ford Ka.

For me it ultimately comes down to what I consider reasonable value for money. A JCW roadster would work out £160 p.m more expensive than a S and £220 p.m more than a Roadster SD which over a 3yr contact is nearly £8k more. That is a lot of money.

The JCW is the better car but for 95% of the time I would not notice the difference and for that 5% it is a lot of money. Picking up on Kens point I could even convince myself that a Cooper would be sufficient, ultimately it comes down to personal choice and they are all good cars.

Greig - good challenge and you are right I haven't driven a JCW but I know it would be better but just not for me with the way I currently use the car.

It is a company car so making any changes to brakes etc is really difficult, getting winter tyres sorted was a nightmare. If I owned the car I would be taking Mons advice re brakes and fitting much lighter non-OEM wheels.

Thanks for your input everyone. :thumbs up:

stoney

8th February 2012, 10:50 PM

at the end of the day its still a hairdressers car :lol: ..............

Neil - TXJ

8th February 2012, 11:01 PM

at the end of the day its still a hairdressers car :lol: ..............

Hold on, we are not going down that road again are we!!!!!!!

KenL

8th February 2012, 11:11 PM

Stop that misbehaviour right now!

MINIme:)

8th February 2012, 11:49 PM

Hold on, we are not going down that road again are we!!!!!!!

Agreed - I nearly left last time we went there...

Craig

9th February 2012, 09:12 AM

at the end of the day its still a hairdressers car :lol: ..............

Hold on, we are not going down that road again are we!!!!!!!

Stop that misbehaviour right now!

Agreed - I nearly left last time we went there...

Settle down people...:thud: It's only a general off the cuff remark which is meant to be taken as "fun". It wasn't directed at any particular person and as such isn't offensive....

Most convertibles (not all) have been referred To in the past as "hairdressers" cars and this is just banter. ;). As far as I know, cars which no-one actually owns don't have feelings :yes nod:

Neil - TXJ

9th February 2012, 09:29 AM

Settle down people...:thud: It's only a general off the cuff remark which is meant to be taken as "fun".:

I know :yes nod:

GCA3N

9th February 2012, 09:29 AM

Here what's up with hairdressers :D

sent from my galaxy S ll

Craig

9th February 2012, 09:43 AM

Here what's up with hairdressers :D

sent from my galaxy S ll

Well if you don't know...... :thud: :lol:

stoney

9th February 2012, 10:12 AM

Hee hee sorry could not resist :lol:

ELFMAN

9th February 2012, 11:35 AM

As a registered 'Follically Challenged Person', I wish to make an Official Complaint under Chapter 7, Section 15b, Subsection 18c of the International Statute of Human Rights, about persistent references to 'Hairdressers'. I consider this to be a direct infringement of my fundamental Human Rights and will bring down the full weight of International Law or any person(s) and/or organisations who persist in the undermining of a significant minority group.
Of course, it means, unlike you coiffured reprobates, I could drive the t*ts off a JCW Roadster and not disturb my slipstreamed bonce! :motoring: :phew:

Craig

9th February 2012, 12:06 PM

:clap: :laugh:

stoney

9th February 2012, 12:13 PM

MINIme:)

9th February 2012, 02:17 PM

As far as I know, cars which no-one actually owns don't have feelings :yes nod:

That's like saying a vegetable doesn't scream when you slice it :sad:

Craig

9th February 2012, 02:20 PM

That's like saying a vegetable doesn't scream when you slice it :sad:

:lol: none of my vegetables have spoken to me......... Yet ;)

ELFMAN

9th February 2012, 02:21 PM

Agreed - I nearly left last time we went there...

Split Ends? :idunno: :smilewinkgrin: Hair CAN really upset you though - mine is a constant problem, I keep knocking over the box I keep it in :thumbs up:

MINIme:)

9th February 2012, 02:22 PM

:lol: none of my vegetables have spoken to me......... Yet ;)

:huh:

That's your fault not theirs. YOU'RE NOT LISTENING :frown:

ELFMAN

9th February 2012, 02:27 PM

:lol: none of my vegetables have spoken to me......... Yet ;)

No, but one of them's got a job as a MINI Sales Manager, telling folk that the Factory JCW doesn't pop or bang....

Joanna - My Banana (that rhymes, but sounds quite worrying) just told me most Vegetables are to shy to speak, apart from Courgettes, who are right mouthy b*st*rds.... apparently.

stoney

9th February 2012, 03:07 PM

No, but one of them's got a job as a MINI Sales Manager, telling folk that the Factory JCW doesn't pop or bang....

Joanna - My Banana (that rhymes, but sounds quite worrying) just told me most Vegetables are to shy to speak, apart from Courgettes, who are right mouthy b*st*rds.... apparently.

So I would be a courgette if I was a vegetable :lol: rather be a sweed with a thick skin :lol: right back on topic :lol:

GCA3N

9th February 2012, 03:19 PM

Mon the fish

9th February 2012, 03:23 PM

Aren't all Mini's hairdressers cars...........?

Craig

9th February 2012, 03:33 PM

Aren't all Mini's hairdressers cars...........?

<throws grenade in and walks away......> :laugh:

stoney

9th February 2012, 04:39 PM

Aren't all Mini's hairdressers cars...........?

Pmsl at this :)

ELFMAN

9th February 2012, 05:49 PM

Aren't all Mini's hairdressers cars...........?

:off topic: Well, The Coupe's got a right daft haircut... (stir, stir)

Burple

9th February 2012, 06:11 PM

Big Gordy

9th February 2012, 06:56 PM

:lol: none of my vegetables have spoken to me......... Yet ;)

I'm trying to remember the last time you ate a vegetable....!!!

Craig

9th February 2012, 07:47 PM

I'm trying to remember the last time you ate a vegetable....!!!

At lunchtime and dinner today :yes nod:

Stewart

9th February 2012, 07:56 PM

This has sprouted wings, vegetables and all sorts! :smilewinkgrin:

My first comment was just saying I thought the JCW Roadster will be a riot with the hood down, not that its better than any of the other models.

In honest truth if it was my money on the table the SD would still be my choice of car for me coming from a Cooper. It's bit more in the power department and looks ( inferiority complex I’ve always wanted two exhausts) gets silly miles to the gallon and cheap to tax.

If I was taken to Mini and said here pick a car for nothing everyone and there gran is going to get the JCW as it’s the top of the line, well most of the time! :D

KenL

9th February 2012, 08:12 PM

Well done Stewart for getting this thread back on topic!

Craig

9th February 2012, 08:12 PM

Neil - TXJ

9th February 2012, 08:42 PM

Couple of reviews.

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/firstdrives/277903/mini_roadster.html

http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Drives/Search-Results/First-drives/Mini-Roadster-Cooper-S-2012-CAR-review/

http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/278212/driven_mini_roadster_cooper_s.html

Stewart

9th February 2012, 10:20 PM

Does the diesel have a DPF (Diesel Particle Filter) ? Only reason I ask is because I'm having problems with my Kia. It's down to the car only doing short journeys and the engine not heating up enough to burn off the particulates .... :argh: I'm now getting 29mpg with it due to the DPF being clogged.
Got the stuff to put in the tank to help but I've also got to get the car up to working temp then drive it at 3000rpm for about 50 miles to "rejuvenate" the DPF :thud:
See that’s a worry with me and an SD over my Petrol Coop. Brimmed the tank today and I’m getting only 34 MPG as its silly short trips I’m doing and have been doing for the last few months. One week there I did six miles and I can’t remember when I was last at the pump, I think it was between Xmas and the new year.

Someone said if I did that with the D I’d kill it, I’m right in thinking until its running hot it’s a really dirty fuel?

KenL

9th February 2012, 10:35 PM

When I was looking into a diesel A1 the dpf was a hot topic on the forum. If you do short journeys it gets clogged. Lots of people were reporting mpg of less than 45 or 50 when the official was 74!

Unless you are doing more than 15k per year, with the high purchase price of the cars and the fuel they will not save you any money.

KenL

9th February 2012, 10:37 PM

Stewart, A modern diesel car is not for you if you are doing so few miles.

Stewart

18th February 2012, 07:23 PM

Karen in Perth (AUZ) off TM had a shot and took some pic's....:camera:

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https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/420433_3341138972470_1941790889_n.jpg

:smilewinkgrin:

Very nice! Strange dip at the rear end all the same that I'm not to sure about.

Craig

18th February 2012, 07:42 PM

Ooft!! It's a yes from me !! :yes nod: :clap:

MINIme:)

18th February 2012, 08:09 PM

yeah I want one. :smilewinkgrin:

weefossy

18th February 2012, 09:01 PM

MINIme:)

18th February 2012, 09:31 PM

sadly I don't think I could live without a rear wiper :sad:

euan

18th February 2012, 09:37 PM

sadly I don't think I could live without a rear wiper :sad:

I didn't have one on my 3 series coupe and it was never an issue. The rear screen isn't going to get all the crud up the back like a normal Mini does, so it shouldn't be a problem.

MINIme:)

18th February 2012, 11:09 PM

:clap: good point!

AndyP & Lenore

19th February 2012, 12:38 AM

sadly I don't think I could live without a rear wiper :sad:

We don't have one on our 1 Series BMW convertible and you'd be surprised how much you DON'T miss it tbh. I guess the aerodynamics just help to prevent much rain falling on it once you get up to a decent speed.

A.

AndyP & Lenore

19th February 2012, 12:39 AM

Oh my good lord it is a lovely thing to behold. Can't wait to see it in the flesh and take one on the road to see how it handles and see if the wind noise is as bad as Malcolm (weefossy) predicts.

A.

zimbo

19th February 2012, 09:35 AM

KenL

19th February 2012, 09:54 AM

So once again the UK is dragging behind with launches of minis... :rolleyes: and evrywhere else gets them first!!

I must admit I do like the looks of this and I too cant wait to go have a really good look and even get a road test in one :thumbs up:, just a shame that the entry level basic Cooper version starts at over £18k :frown: :thud:

I don't think we normally drag behind, do we? Australia is launching the Coupe and Roadster at the same time so they are several months late. It makes sense to launch the Roadster here in the spring.

On the price, its main competitor is the MX-5. The base model including aircon is £18540 for it so the Roadster doesn't seem too expensive compared to that.

Gismo

19th February 2012, 11:30 AM

Interesting, need to see it in the bare metal, so to speak

Bazthemod

20th February 2012, 12:18 AM

John Clark Dundee has one in the flesh/metal

Gismo

20th February 2012, 04:47 AM

John Clark Dundee has one in the flesh/metalI might pop round and have a look since i'll be back in the UK next week :thumbs up:

zimbo

20th February 2012, 12:26 PM

Still worried about the roof. From the reports it appears it doesn't even have an interior lining, which means the cross bars will be visable inside when the roofs up, which is probably 75% of the driving time. No lining will also mean more wind noise. My first car.......a "silver cross"....was like that!!

Just read a report from EVO magazine that confirmes that this is the case and that the roof has NO LINING so all the cross bars are exposed :moonie: :frown: I'm shocked at that

2nd hand Boxster will end up being a better choice then (in my eyes anyway)

Stewart

20th February 2012, 02:33 PM

By the looks of it, its just two bars over the rear space that you wont really see, or I'm I wrong?

AndyP & Lenore

20th February 2012, 02:50 PM

MINIme:)

20th February 2012, 02:55 PM

AndyP & Lenore

20th February 2012, 02:58 PM

4th car Andy? :lol:

Maybe.... :D

A.:thumbs up:

Stewart

20th February 2012, 03:16 PM

Can you get it in Laser blue? I'd hate to see the blue one go, so few these days the blue.....

AndyP & Lenore

20th February 2012, 03:35 PM

Can you get it in Laser blue? I'd hate to see the blue one go, so few these days the blue.....

Dunno if it's available in LB or not Stewart.

If we go for one it will be later this year and by then I think LB is off the cards.:frown:

A.

Bazthemod

20th February 2012, 11:08 PM

Laser Blue is discontinued from March.

Stewart

20th February 2012, 11:21 PM

Dam the Laser blue, black roof was always one I liked..........not even doing my Pure Silver anymore! And I’ll tell you what there is a Blooming Coutryman going about in what can only be described as puke Green\Yellow its revolting no harm to the lady owner.:frown:

http://i435.photobucket.com/albums/qq72/sav112g/play1.jpg

N16SHP

21st February 2012, 10:29 AM

Peter Vardy will have their Roadster in the showroom from Thursday 23rd. Looking forward to seeing this beast in the metal. Could well be our next MINI if the internal space will suit everything we need to take on our holybags with us.:thumbs up:

A.

Kirsten and I are both thinking this could be Kirsten's next Mini also, but her car wont be getting changed for another two years so perfect timing for second hand ones to flood the market ;)

Dam the Laser blue, black roof was always one I liked..........not even doing my Pure Silver anymore! And I’ll tell you what there is a Blooming Coutryman going about in what can only be described as puke Green\Yellow its revolting no harm to the lady owner.:frown:

http://i435.photobucket.com/albums/qq72/sav112g/play1.jpg

I love this Stewart. I remember seeing this before. When I was having all the problems with my S and the timing chain etc, I was almost tempted to bin it for one of these from down south, but couldn't get the figures to line up!

Gismo

21st February 2012, 11:37 AM

Mini Of Pensacola has theirs already:-

http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/member_pictures/the_gismo_man/roadster/roadster_1.jpg

http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/member_pictures/the_gismo_man/roadster/roadster_2.jpg

ELFMAN

21st February 2012, 11:49 AM

The more I see the Roadster, the more I like it... much as I've come round to the Coupe, I still can't really get my head around that mad roof, but the roof-down Roadster does it for me - plus if you get the JCW, you get to hear the pops and bangs. Won't be trading my R56 in for a LONG time though!

Stewart

21st February 2012, 01:10 PM

I just think because this is the new kid on the block and the Hatch even in JCW is common these days this will be the stand out mini for a while. I can only imagine the smiles per mile with the hood down in the JCW on a sunny day up north….

I’ve only seen one Coupe on the road going to Glasgow Airport and that was a few weeks back, I don’t think it’s gone down well at all. The younger brigade can’t afford them and the older lot just don’t fancy them. The yummy Mummy brigade can’t fit wee Emma’s friend in the back when they get picked up from school or in most case have or plan to have the usual two kids so there out the market. Grandparents are out as how do they take the grandkids out.

its a very niche market Both the Coupe and Roadster will be in, still the Roadster looks a riot and I want one!:smilewinkgrin:

stoney

21st February 2012, 01:24 PM

Will be intrested to see what they are like to drive :)

MINIme:)

21st February 2012, 02:32 PM

i rather like that white silver too, when there's no stripes over it.

ELFMAN

21st February 2012, 03:23 PM

Dam the Laser blue, black roof was always one I liked...

http://i435.photobucket.com/albums/qq72/sav112g/play1.jpg

Stewart - am I just a bampot, or does the above pic not show 'Lightning Blue'? Laser Blue is/was brighter isn't it? See wee pic below... I like Lightning Blue, as it's similar to the old Indi Blue of my previous MINIs. If I get another MINI (note the 'if'), it would probably some sort of JCW in Lightning Blue with Black roof and alloys - not unlike your pic - different wheels tho'. Still love my PW!!!!!!

N16SHP

21st February 2012, 07:53 PM

Euan, you are correct. Stewart's picture is Lightning Blue, not Laser Blue.

Stewart

21st February 2012, 08:01 PM

Always got a bit mixed with the blue's :blush:well I like them both...in fact I like the lighting blue more I think if its a wee bit darker...:smilewinkgrin:

RobSco

21st February 2012, 11:15 PM

Just thought I'd let you know about this just in case your interested in seeing the Roadster up close and personal this Thursday 23rd at Peter Vardy's... :thumbs up:

www.petervardymini.co.uk/about-us/news-events/events/mini-roadster-preview-event

ELFMAN

22nd February 2012, 09:41 AM

always got a bit mixed with the blue's :blush:well i like them both...in fact i like the lighting blue more i think if its a wee bit darker...:smilewinkgrin:

muppet.

zimbo

22nd February 2012, 02:20 PM

I just went and had a nosey around one and this one is an S in Eclipse Grey with black viper stripes, black xenons, leather lounge toffee interior and an AUTOMATIC transmission!!!! :thud:

With the roof folded the boot space is still massive, the unlined roof though is still a big NO NO :frown: it just doesn't feel right (looks wise)
but as a whole the car gets a :thumbs up: from me.

Road tests available from this weekend onwards

Stewart

22nd February 2012, 05:38 PM

Going to pop in tomorrow on the passing and take a look.

KenL

24th February 2012, 07:00 PM

Today I saw the Roadster at Peter Vardy. A lovely looking car, looks really quite sporty. Their's is an S with sports pack (aero kit and challenge wheels) in Eclipse Grey. Lovely tan lounge leather seats also .

The model they have (and maybe all dealers have at present) is pre-production without an electric top. The roof stows away really neatly and the boot is still pretty big.

The saleperson said it was not yet known if the visible bars on the roof were as it would be in full production cars. In other words, it might be that "proper" Roadsters get a lined roof.

Stewart

24th February 2012, 09:52 PM

The Grey looks spot on although I like the silver too...
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Pictures courtesy of Matt from down south…

See the Coupe I thought yeah nice enough car but this I feel - well I feel I need one in my life ;) Come on lottery!

MINIme:)

24th February 2012, 09:58 PM

this I feel - well I feel I need one in my life ;) Come on lottery!

Mmmm. I think I might agree. I have no purpose for rear seats other than sticking bags on occasionally, that don't fit in the small boot.
Really like the eclipse grey

Stewart

24th February 2012, 10:05 PM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/395386_10150586510985819_615505818_9411452_2038959 497_n.jpg

No Probs the boot is bigger! ;)

MINIme:)

24th February 2012, 10:08 PM

No Probs the boot is bigger! ;)

that was exactly my point Stewart ;) Boot is far more useful! (Not for putting chairs in mind you...something I do fairly often these days...)

zimbo

1st March 2012, 11:38 AM

Just saw this just in case anyone is/was curious about it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgdLPLyIKMo&feature=related :thumbs up:

ELFMAN

1st March 2012, 02:01 PM

Just saw this just in case anyone is/was curious about it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgdLPLyIKMo&feature=related :thumbs up:

Very interesting! I have to say I think this is one of the best looking MINIs available.
If I didn't like mine so much with all its 'extra' bits, I'd be very sorely tempted... like I said before - don't need 4 seats, and I like the handy big boot! :thumbs up: :yes nod: Wonder who'll be first to get stuck in the 'catflap'?

ps Re. The bit in the video where it says "Depress the Roof Button" - do you show it an episode of 'River City'? :confused: :sad:

Stewart

1st March 2012, 05:31 PM

Interesting the car I was in today had the button but the engine was off when I put down the roof or should I say fight with the roof. It popped open like in the clip with the twist no problem then I felt I was fighting all the way back. I did say to the girl this does not have the motorised hood and she just looked and apologised saying she did not know…

I wonder if it did now and I was fighting a motorised mechanism to get it down. Not to sound sexist but the girls would find it a bit much if you ask me although I expect it would free up with time and use. But When its a 90% Elec hood it looks like it will be fine.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/422460_353001128074002_100000923530173_1033936_113 5206079_n.jpg

Bazthemod

1st March 2012, 05:48 PM

Electric roofs are on March production cars only, dealers are awaiting their demo cars to arrive later this month with the semi automatic roofs.

Eastern have a JCW on order and should get it later this month.

Stewart

1st March 2012, 06:27 PM

Aaaaaa right Baz cheers for the info, I'd not get one without the power hood then. In the clip it looks great flipping the hood down on the move but its not so great when you have to turn and throw it back with a bit of effort!

I don’t know what my local dealer is playing at I think they have had a new Girl in sales the last few times I’ve been in are they expecting a mad rush….:smilewinkgrin: think I was on girl number three today but she did apologise saying she had just started...

just away to change my name to Robbin Banks! :smilewinkgrin:

Bazthemod

1st March 2012, 07:31 PM

Been bit of a shambolic launch all over, to be honest. Trying to find a Roadster with a manual stick in JCW/Cooper S to test drive is difficult.

Dealerships we have been to all have the same, if they do have one with a stick its a showroom only car :rolleyes:

Should improve once the actual demo cars are delivered and the Pre-production ones go.

Stewart

1st March 2012, 08:04 PM

Well the one at HF was ready to roll in a Manual in the Cooper S.

Considering this is there new model I actually walked past it thinking it was a Coupe as it was just parked on the Second hand lot. thought they would have it sitting Hood down only in the Showroom. When I said do you have a Roadster the girl gave another girl a call ( yes I know but HF now have this pointless matradee like system now with a girl standing at chest high wee work area) you can see the blooming person she calls sitting at a table at the end.

Girl offered a test drive, but I was just in on the passing and just wanted a look.

ELFMAN

2nd March 2012, 02:37 PM

So they don't all come with the 'Powered' roof? Or am I missing something here :confused:
Wouldn't mind the wee handle and depressed :sad: button system, but not into having to flip the thing backwards manually - that's all a bit 'Old MG' rather than 'New MINI'. Is there a MINI £ Premium for a powered roof then? :hand: If so, like an asthmatic Hoover - it sucks slightly.

Bazthemod

2nd March 2012, 03:12 PM

The Semi-automatic roof will be standard for UK cars. It will be a cost option for USA and parts of europe.

ELFMAN

2nd March 2012, 05:00 PM

Cheers Baz. At last, GB gets (a semi-powered) one over on the USA and the rest of Europe! :smug:

Gismo

2nd March 2012, 05:24 PM

Cheers Baz. At last, GB gets (a semi-powered) one over on the USA and the rest of Europe! :smug:

The USA don't get a ONE or a Diesel, or JCW seats, so, the UK does score well

zimbo

3rd March 2012, 10:14 AM

The USA don't get a ONE or a Diesel, or JCW seats, so, the UK does score well

Well ACTUALLY the US is getting the RECAROS as an available option for the first time :yes nod: and there are rumours that the government on that side of the pond is thinking of allowing the Diesels through as well, so it will just be the ONEs that you still wont have/get :smilewinkgrin:

ELFMAN

5th March 2012, 01:32 PM

:off topic: AND... in the US you can buy a pukka Hot Rod or something like a classic Mustang for 'realistic' prices - So no sympathy here Alan! :smilewinkgrin:
ps if you spot a well-built Deuce Coupe running a tuned small block, give me a shout :thumbs up:

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This is certainly on my 'Bucket List"! From one of my FAVE films - 'American Grafitti' - John Milner's Deuce Coupe. :drool:
Wanted one since I saw the film many years ago, and if I could afford one, I have to admit it would be in my garage in place of the MINI... :idunno: :frown:

MINI William

5th March 2012, 01:52 PM

ELFMAN

5th March 2012, 03:01 PM

Great film

Good to see the 'Younger Generation' is still Keeping The Faith William! :cool::thumbs up: Although for me, Cars, Music and Girls will NEVER go 'out of fashion' :smilewinkgrin:
The blurb for "American Graffiti" was "Where were You in '62?" - I was getting ready to be born... :babypram: :motoring: :usaflag:
The street racing scene at the end of the film (With Booker T and the MG's "Green Onions" soundtrack) between Milner's Deuce and Falfa's (a young Harrison Ford no less) mean black '55 Chevy where they take the cars out to 'Paradise Road' just as dawn is breaking, to finally settle 'who has the fastest car in the Valley' is, IMHO, one of THE iconic moments in cinema - it's the end of an Era, but they don't know it yet, or maybe they just don't want to accept it. The film's all about endings and beginnings and none of us stay 18 forever - that would be ridiculous, but you can still hang on to your dreams! :yes nod: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFMnfQVINM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFMnfQVINM)

Meanwhile - Back at the Roadster... :blush:

N16SHP

6th March 2012, 09:31 PM

Was over at JC's yesterday and sat in the Roadster. Have to say I love it! A touch feminine but who cares, the thing looks awesome and in JCW or S spec, who wouldn't love to have the roof down and blast along a B road listening to that exhaust note.