Hey guys I would like to introduce myself and my new car! I'll start with myself. My name is Garren, I live in Socal, more specifically in Rancho Santa Margarita. I've been looking at R53's for a few months now and decided to pull the trigger yesterday. I've always been into cars my whole life(short life only 19). I worked at Dynamic Autosports for a year and a half, which if any of you don't knkow helped build these two cars.





I have now moved on from that shop and work for a Bank. I have a few plans for this car but they will all be in the near future.

Now about my car! It is a 2006 Cooper S, BRG, Hardtop, Navi with the black leather. Currently has 64k miles on it all put on by an older lady who was the only previous owner.



I also have in my garage a 1987 Mazda RX-7 that is being built for road race and drifting but it is probably going to be sold soon so long as I can find a buyer.

That's about it! If anyone knows of a good mini shop in the orange county area please let me know! Let me know if you have any questions, I look forward to being a part of this forum!!

 

Welcome to NAM, and congrats on your purchase! I too have a 2006 BRG S, but I had to wait a bit longer to get mine.

You found the best resource for all things MINI here. Check the First Gen forums for loads of info on out beloved R53s.

Drive 'er in good health, and Happy Motoring!

PS: you can check the following links for local independent MINI mechanics: http://www.minirepairshops.com/ and http://soopercooperinfo.com/lindaminiinfo.html