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Per Schroeder PowerDork
4/8/09 11:38 a.m.

The entry-level MINI Cooper has a lot going for it. You don’t need to go for the more expensive supercharged Cooper S to get a car that handles amazingly well, gets great gas mileage, and has a healthy aftermarket. In fact, we think the base Cooper is closer to the concept of the original Mini, since it uses its small …

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collins_dan New Reader
9/19/24 5:58 p.m.

What about suspension? My 2011 shocks are starting to go. Should I just replace them, or upgrade to something more adjustable? Are any of the coilover kits worth considering?

SKJSS (formerly Klayfish) UltimaDork
9/19/24 6:23 p.m.

Holy zombies Batman!!! 15 year old canoe, that's an antique.

CyberEric SuperDork
9/19/24 9:37 p.m.

It's a canoe? This article is posted on the home page as a TBT.

I wonder how many of these Minis are left... I like the idea of them so much, but the problems were, plentiful. Are the NA ones less problematic than the turbo?