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#2051
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Year: 2006
Make: MINI
Model: Hardtop
Price: $1
Mileage: 100
Color: red
Private or Dealer Listing: Private Listing
Location (Region): Midwestern
Thanks for that one @krawzdogg ! I hadn't even thought to check out our own classifieds section lately, with all the crazy cars coming through here!
Just a quick heads up, I got some more pics from the other S.D. BRG JCW guy, and I think the engine bay shot alone has me sold....I know *clean* isn't representative of perfect running condition, but I sure do appreciate a sterile engine bay! This one is minty...looks better than my red one even. It's the first time I've seen an engine bay shot cleaner than the rest of the car! Bottom line, I will be talking to him this evening over the phone...
@lotter1 I didn't realize you were in Tucson also??? Damn mobile version doesn't show location unless you go looking for it on a user. OK, so the current situation is that I have a possible buyer for the RG in NorCal, somebody who was originally interested in my red JCW. I stayed in contact with her all this time. She's considering driving down to L.A. to buy the RG if we go to S.D to pick up the BRG. I'm a little concerned though, taking a car that's new to me on a 600+ mile trip without doing my usual $5000 overhaul (LOL). I'd obviously prefer to sell it local (if I decide to go this route) if not just so the buyer can inspect the car and know what's what... I guess the worst that happens is that she doesn't buy it, and my buddy and I have a great RG/BRG race home on I-10! But I just wanted to let you know that I've got you in mind if you're seriously interested, but she's been looking for the right car for months and is at wits end, so if I can make this work for both of us I think the karma would be pleased. Again, this is all assuming I decide to do this after talking to BRG #1 this evening, and my wife doesn't hire a contract killer to snuff me out. You guys have no idea what I put this poor woman through over the last 10 years!
Just a quick heads up, I got some more pics from the other S.D. BRG JCW guy, and I think the engine bay shot alone has me sold....I know *clean* isn't representative of perfect running condition, but I sure do appreciate a sterile engine bay! This one is minty...looks better than my red one even. It's the first time I've seen an engine bay shot cleaner than the rest of the car! Bottom line, I will be talking to him this evening over the phone...
@lotter1 I didn't realize you were in Tucson also??? Damn mobile version doesn't show location unless you go looking for it on a user. OK, so the current situation is that I have a possible buyer for the RG in NorCal, somebody who was originally interested in my red JCW. I stayed in contact with her all this time. She's considering driving down to L.A. to buy the RG if we go to S.D to pick up the BRG. I'm a little concerned though, taking a car that's new to me on a 600+ mile trip without doing my usual $5000 overhaul (LOL). I'd obviously prefer to sell it local (if I decide to go this route) if not just so the buyer can inspect the car and know what's what... I guess the worst that happens is that she doesn't buy it, and my buddy and I have a great RG/BRG race home on I-10! But I just wanted to let you know that I've got you in mind if you're seriously interested, but she's been looking for the right car for months and is at wits end, so if I can make this work for both of us I think the karma would be pleased. Again, this is all assuming I decide to do this after talking to BRG #1 this evening, and my wife doesn't hire a contract killer to snuff me out. You guys have no idea what I put this poor woman through over the last 10 years!
Last edited by Jonny; 02-24-2021 at 03:29 PM.
#2052
Thanks for that one @krawzdogg ! I hadn't even thought to check out our own classifieds section lately, with all the crazy cars coming through here!
Just a quick heads up, I got some more pics from the other S.D. BRG JCW guy, and I think the engine bay shot alone has me sold....I know *clean* isn't representative of perfect running condition, but I sure do appreciate a sterile engine bay! This one is minty...looks better than my red one even. It's the first time I've seen an engine bay shot cleaner than the rest of the car! Bottom line, I will be talking to him this evening over the phone...
@lotter1 I didn't realize you were in Tucson also??? Damn mobile version doesn't show location unless you go looking for it on a user. OK, so the current situation is that I have a possible buyer for the RG in NorCal, somebody who was originally interested in my red JCW. I stayed in contact with her all this time. She's considering driving down to L.A. to buy the RG if we go to S.D to pick up the BRG. I'm a little concerned though, taking a car that's new to me on a 600+ mile trip without doing my usual $5000 overhaul (LOL). I'd obviously prefer to sell it local (if I decide to go this route) if not just so the buyer can inspect the car and know what's what... I guess the worst that happens is that she doesn't buy it, and my buddy and I have a great RG/BRG race home on I-10! But I just wanted to let you know that I've got you in mind if you're seriously interested, but she's been looking for the right car for months and is at wits end, so if I can make this work for both of us I think the karma would be pleased. Again, this is all assuming I decide to do this after talking to BRG #1 this evening, and my wife doesn't hire a contract killer to snuff me out. You guys have no idea what I put this poor woman through over the last 10 years!
Just a quick heads up, I got some more pics from the other S.D. BRG JCW guy, and I think the engine bay shot alone has me sold....I know *clean* isn't representative of perfect running condition, but I sure do appreciate a sterile engine bay! This one is minty...looks better than my red one even. It's the first time I've seen an engine bay shot cleaner than the rest of the car! Bottom line, I will be talking to him this evening over the phone...
@lotter1 I didn't realize you were in Tucson also??? Damn mobile version doesn't show location unless you go looking for it on a user. OK, so the current situation is that I have a possible buyer for the RG in NorCal, somebody who was originally interested in my red JCW. I stayed in contact with her all this time. She's considering driving down to L.A. to buy the RG if we go to S.D to pick up the BRG. I'm a little concerned though, taking a car that's new to me on a 600+ mile trip without doing my usual $5000 overhaul (LOL). I'd obviously prefer to sell it local (if I decide to go this route) if not just so the buyer can inspect the car and know what's what... I guess the worst that happens is that she doesn't buy it, and my buddy and I have a great RG/BRG race home on I-10! But I just wanted to let you know that I've got you in mind if you're seriously interested, but she's been looking for the right car for months and is at wits end, so if I can make this work for both of us I think the karma would be pleased. Again, this is all assuming I decide to do this after talking to BRG #1 this evening, and my wife doesn't hire a contract killer to snuff me out. You guys have no idea what I put this poor woman through over the last 10 years!
@Chamberlin1 yeah, we are practically neighbors! I get the karma. See what the lady in CA says. Seeing that you were being so quite, I almost had myself convinced to go get the one on Boulton this weekend, but my poor wife, like yours has put up with a lot! 2 trucks, 2 bikes, R53 and a 1966 classic! If looks could kill, I would not be typing this right now. Good luck with BRG.
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I just got a Royal Grey in Phoenix on Sunday (I live in Tucson), but you guys generously posted up a nice BRG JCW in San Diego 48 hours later...which I'm now (insanely) contemplating. Then krawzdogg linked Tom's BRG from the NAM classifieds today, which is also in San Diego. If there's anything going with a BRG in S. Dakota, I'm not involved! Yet.
#2054
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LOL Jonny, definitely hard to keep up, totally understand!
I just got a Royal Grey in Phoenix on Sunday (I live in Tucson), but you guys generously posted up a nice BRG JCW in San Diego 48 hours later...which I'm now (insanely) contemplating. Then krawzdogg linked Tom's BRG from the NAM classifieds today, which is also in San Diego. If there's anything going with a BRG in S. Dakota, I'm not involved! Yet.
I just got a Royal Grey in Phoenix on Sunday (I live in Tucson), but you guys generously posted up a nice BRG JCW in San Diego 48 hours later...which I'm now (insanely) contemplating. Then krawzdogg linked Tom's BRG from the NAM classifieds today, which is also in San Diego. If there's anything going with a BRG in S. Dakota, I'm not involved! Yet.
Last edited by Jonny; 02-24-2021 at 03:48 PM.
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mountainhorse (02-24-2021)
#2056
Yes indeed, I've had 26 BMWs, and I think 13 of them were dark green metallic...definite weak spot! But you are definitely correct, the RG MINI with the dealer JCW kit is a very nice diamond in the rough, and if the SoCal BRG's don't work out, I won't lose any sleep.... slick-top, low miles, new tires, new battery, monochrome rare color, no mods etc... just like you and I like to get 'em for refreshing and refurbing.
#2057
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Yes indeed, I've had 26 BMWs, and I think 13 of them were dark green metallic...definite weak spot! But you are definitely correct, the RG MINI with the dealer JCW kit is a very nice diamond in the rough, and if the SoCal BRG's don't work out, I won't lose any sleep.... slick-top, low miles, new tires, new battery, monochrome rare color, no mods etc... just like you and I like to get 'em for refreshing and refurbing.
#2058
Hey just a heads up on the BRG JCW listed for $8500 (so we don’t get them confused lol). My friend has been looking at it and sending me pictures since he’s concerned about a few things. The car definitely looks like it’s been tracked or driven very hard based on these tire pictures. I’m not sure what’s going on with this paint either, but could be rust. Also, he said the new owner just bought a new corvette and is pretty clueless about cars. I guess he’s only done 1 oil change in the 4 years he’s owned it. Hopefully this helps you make a decision and not make your decision harder lol. Figured I would just relay the information. If you really want a BRG JCW, I know of a flawless super low mileage one for sale, even though it’s not listed for sale, but it’s not cheap.
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Chamberlin1 (02-25-2021)
#2060
Yes indeed, I've had 26 BMWs, and I think 13 of them were dark green metallic...definite weak spot! But you are definitely correct, the RG MINI with the dealer JCW kit is a very nice diamond in the rough, and if the SoCal BRG's don't work out, I won't lose any sleep.... slick-top, low miles, new tires, new battery, monochrome rare color, no mods etc... just like you and I like to get 'em for refreshing and refurbing.
Or... do you constantly need 2B in the hunt for that perfect BRG R53?
With NV, good luck, my friend! At least you are keeping us all entertained.
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Chamberlin1 (02-25-2021)
#2062
Hey just a heads up on the BRG JCW listed for $8500 (so we don’t get them confused lol). My friend has been looking at it and sending me pictures since he’s concerned about a few things. The car definitely looks like it’s been tracked or driven very hard based on these tire pictures. I’m not sure what’s going on with this paint either, but could be rust. Also, he said the new owner just bought a new corvette and is pretty clueless about cars. I guess he’s only done 1 oil change in the 4 years he’s owned it. Hopefully this helps you make a decision and not make your decision harder lol. Figured I would just relay the information. If you really want a BRG JCW, I know of a flawless super low mileage one for sale, even though it’s not listed for sale, but it’s not cheap.
Search isn't over though; just gotta wait it out until we're better settled late in the year. Tell me more about this minty high dollar BRG... I'll start saving -
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#2063
I talked to him tonight about all that stuff as well.... I will report more tomorrow, but the car seems great, I just can't make things line up here at home with my wife. If it was a tit for tat 'Carvana' transaction it wouldn't be a problem, but the logistics involved have unfortunately put too much of a strain on us and I've decided to pass on the factory BRG JCW.
Search isn't over though; just gotta wait it out until we're better settled late in the year. Tell me more about this minty high dollar BRG... I'll start saving -
Search isn't over though; just gotta wait it out until we're better settled late in the year. Tell me more about this minty high dollar BRG... I'll start saving -
But of course, you've probably already considered numerous scenarios... Good luck.
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Chamberlin1 (02-24-2021)
#2064
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yeah that one slipped by me with all the action going on here, BATs got nothing on us. That was definitely a great price for that if it’s clean as the pics and relevant PM has been done. minus a clutch or SC, really can’t go wrong at that price. the one Krawzdog has a line on sounds like it could be a gem. pretty sure here knows the exact location of every mint 1st gen JCW in the country lol.
#2065
@krawzdogg Did you have any luck connecting with this guy with info I sent?
Listing is still active. https://shreveport.craigslist.org/ct...237913584.html
Listing is still active. https://shreveport.craigslist.org/ct...237913584.html
https://www.catoctinautomotivegroup....cooper/d94463/
What would you say are the risks with that mileage?
I've been searching for a while now, I'm torn between waiting for the perfect one, or settling with nice enough.
#2066
Sight unseen car, shipping it 2600 miles, not being able to drive it myself before purchase are the variables. I was able to get a local family member to give it a once over and sort the paperwork, will update in a week or two when it gets dropped off. There's plenty of room in the price to cover issues and inevitable maintenance, working on a rust free car will be so very refreshing.
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WGJP (02-25-2021)
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#2068
Ugh, the CL listing is so SHOUTY and grandiose, I don't think I could deal with that seller. But one owner car makes it pretty tempting.
#2069
yeah that one slipped by me with all the action going on here, BATs got nothing on us. That was definitely a great price for that if it’s clean as the pics and relevant PM has been done. minus a clutch or SC, really can’t go wrong at that price. the one Krawzdog has a line on sounds like it could be a gem. pretty sure here knows the exact location of every mint 1st gen JCW in the country lol.
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Chamberlin1 (02-25-2021)
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Last edited by krawzdogg; 02-25-2021 at 08:23 AM.
#2071
This one is back on the market! Though with quite a price hike.
https://www.catoctinautomotivegroup....cooper/d94463/
What would you say are the risks with that mileage?
I've been searching for a while now, I'm torn between waiting for the perfect one, or settling with nice enough.
https://www.catoctinautomotivegroup....cooper/d94463/
What would you say are the risks with that mileage?
I've been searching for a while now, I'm torn between waiting for the perfect one, or settling with nice enough.
There’s not that many risks with high mileage. I think for most of us looking though, we realize Mini probably won’t make another new car that we actually want. So being able to buy a super low mileage, rust free, well maintained, r53 or r56 is worth the extra money.
What are you looking for?
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greystone (02-25-2021)
#2072
Sight unseen car, shipping it 2600 miles, not being able to drive it myself before purchase are the variables. I was able to get a local family member to give it a once over and sort the paperwork, will update in a week or two when it gets dropped off. There's plenty of room in the price to cover issues and inevitable maintenance, working on a rust free car will be so very refreshing.
#2074
You’ll be the first to know if I find one. For some reason that’s one of the hardest colors to find even though it’s my favorite.
I had a 05 S in pepper white years ago. I wonder where it is now.... lol 🤔
I had a 05 S in pepper white years ago. I wonder where it is now.... lol 🤔