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Old 07-28-2013, 06:49 AM
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The all black looks great. . Post some pictures of the seats and interior.
Thanks. Here is the interior:

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Nice shot ! The piano black dash interior is very nice withe the red piping.
 
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Like the color matched roof and black pillars.
 
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Just got new graphics put on today!








I also bought the JCW strut brace. Those mirror caps are from MINI btw.
 
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My wife's 2013 Clubman S. Just arrived last week.
I want to say that the same wheels in gloss black would look even better but it just looks so perfect. Nice MINI garage!
 
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Originally Posted by Jaque_Mate
Just got new graphics put on today!
I also bought the JCW strut brace. Those mirror caps are from MINI btw.
Wow you went all out. The red looks great. I'd suggest deleting all the amber to make the rest shine more. Some sporter wheels would make her look even better. Looks like you're having fun with her.

 
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Dunno why my post from yesterday never showed, but I'll try again...


This is my first Mini and it's AWESOME!
Finally. Very nice. I had dark grey metallic on my '09. Did BRG2 this time 'round, but like you I matched the c-pillars. Best way to go.
 
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Originally Posted by Jaque_Mate
Just got new graphics put on today!



I also bought the JCW strut brace. Those mirror caps are from MINI btw.
Super cool! Love the graphics!
 
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Originally Posted by JackMac
My wife's 2013 Clubman S. Just arrived last week.

Congrats! Looks great!
 
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Old 07-30-2013, 01:31 AM
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Very nice!
Thank you and thanks again for the help!
 
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Originally Posted by Jaque_Mate
Just got new graphics put on today!








I also bought the JCW strut brace. Those mirror caps are from MINI btw.

Looks great, I like how you used the European Package "Kilburn" Mirror Caps mixed with the graphics. They did not bring all the kilburn package to the states. But they did give us the mirror caps.


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/Kilburn/






Also the little known "Clubman" Side scuttles. #8 in below diagram.


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51132167711/





Nice set up, like the little known touches.


 
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Originally Posted by BLAUGRANA
Finally. Very nice. I had dark grey metallic on my '09. Did BRG2 this time 'round, but like you I matched the c-pillars. Best way to go.
Yes, finally, haha! Thanks! Being that I was getting Mini, I was considering BRG too, but can't seem to get away from dark gray or silver (last 5 cars were some combo of that). I love Mini's version of the metallic dark gray and the stripes are much more subtle than they look in the pix. In most lighting you can barely see them and it's a cool effect, IMO...

Yeah, getting the C-Pill body color I thought was a must, though I was wishing that I had left the roof unpainted until I saw it- no regrets now!
 
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Here are some more of the princess.
 
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Old 08-03-2013, 12:56 AM
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Here are some more of the princess.
Very Nice! Now I'm thinking I might need to make rally lights my first add-on!
 
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Old 08-03-2013, 05:38 AM
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Very Nice! Now I'm thinking I might need to make rally lights my first add-on!
Agreed!!
 
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Took a drive after cleaning the k&n and giving it a wash. Really liking the Koni Yellows/NM springs so far, makes runs in the hills 100 times more fun. Grins all around.
 
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2011 Clubman S

I am new to this site and a new Clubman S owner. Purchased the car on June 29, 2013. I was ALWAYS a diehard Ford man, and traded in a Ford Ranger. So far, had the car one month and have no complaints. I added a m7 turbo heat shield, as I read about the scoop melting issues. Other than that, the car looks, and runs fantastically.
 
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Originally Posted by greennize
I am new to this site and a new Clubman S owner. Purchased the car on June 29, 2013. I was ALWAYS a diehard Ford man, and traded in a Ford Ranger. So far, had the car one month and have no complaints. I added a m7 turbo heat shield, as I read about the scoop melting issues. Other than that, the car looks, and runs fantastically.
Nice looking Clubman. That white base could give you a nice blank canvas to begin working with if...or shall I say when you decide to start modding the car. Doing mods is addictive, but personalizing your ride is tons of fun and adds a new level of pride for your Mini. As for the Ford side of things, I used to drive a jacked up Ford F-150 that was loud and obnoxious years ago. I grew up both with muscle cars and MG's/Triumphs, so I appreciate both sides, but with so many Mustangs & Camaros around these days it's nice to have something a little different. And these Minis maneuver like their on rails, which makes them a blast to drive. Congrats and welcome!
 
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Okay, so I went out for some country mountain road driving in North Georgia this past weekend. Since I haven't been to the Dragon in NC yet, this is my closer alternative for now. Had a blast on those curvy roads and the Clubman handled them all in stride. Made sure to also make a few stops for photos along the way.



 
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Originally Posted by greennize
I am new to this site and a new Clubman S owner. Purchased the car on June 29, 2013. I was ALWAYS a diehard Ford man, and traded in a Ford Ranger. So far, had the car one month and have no complaints. I added a m7 turbo heat shield, as I read about the scoop melting issues. Other than that, the car looks, and runs fantastically.
Welcome!

Nice Clubbie! Traded my SVT Contour for mine.
 
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Originally Posted by crashmattb
Okay, so I went out for some country mountain road driving in North Georgia this past weekend. Since I haven't been to the Dragon in NC yet, this is my closer alternative for now. Had a blast on those curvy roads and the Clubman handled them all in stride. Made sure to also make a few stops for photos along the way.



Nice shot. Looks good.
 
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Does anyone have a cool image of the clubman with the suicide door open looking through to the rear barn doors?
 
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Originally Posted by greennize
I am new to this site and a new Clubman S owner. Purchased the car on June 29, 2013. I was ALWAYS a diehard Ford man, and traded in a Ford Ranger. So far, had the car one month and have no complaints. I added a m7 turbo heat shield, as I read about the scoop melting issues. Other than that, the car looks, and runs fantastically.
Welcome fellow Newbie (there's got to be a better word for us...). Looks great in all white and you've got my favorite factory wheels

I also thought about the heat shield, but then read that MINI started using metal scoops to combat the distortions. I have a 2013, so I don't know when they made the switch, I'm guessing it was a few years back.

We just drove from the SF Bay area to Los Angeles last weekend, avg 90+mph. Didn't stop for the first 4 hours and I was worried about the heat, but all was well, very hot to the touch but OK. With the amount of heat coming off that part of the hood above the turbo, I can't believe they ever were plastic!

Anyway, congrats and I know you'll be enjoying your Clubman as much as I have been!
 
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Originally Posted by Dustypants
Took a drive after cleaning the k&n and giving it a wash. Really liking the Koni Yellows/NM springs so far, makes runs in the hills 100 times more fun. Grins all around.
Very Nice! How's the ride with that setup? I love the slightly lowered look, but I don't know if I would like a much harsher ride for the long term.
 
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Old 08-09-2013, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by tazm0n
Very Nice! How's the ride with that setup? I love the slightly lowered look, but I don't know if I would like a much harsher ride for the long term.
Honestly it doesn't bother me, currently the Koni's are set up 75/50 (rear/front) and so far so good. I may play with the adjustments at some point...

I like the performance and grip over a pillow-soft ride either way.
 


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