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David Finlay from CARkeys.co.uk gives us a rather interesting perspective on the differences between the Cooper S convertible and the standard hardtop in this latest review of the MCSc. Here's an excerpt:
In the case of the properly-roofed Cooper S, the rapid acceleration is matched by super-sharp handling. Over-sharp, if anything. I would love to drive one on a race circuit, but for road use it seems a little too frenetic, a shade eager to catch you out if, for example, the road goes over a crest and turns at the same time.
In this respect I reckon the Convertible is the better car. Of course, it doesn't handle quite as precisely – that was never going to happen from the moment the MINI people decided to chop off the roof. But it still handles astonishingly well. Even though I can never be fully comfortable driving any MINI (the steering wheel isn't sufficiently adjustable for me to able to put it where I want it), I had a great time with this one.
You can read the entire review here.
And if you want to hear a completely differing opinion on the handling between the two cars check out our review from last month: [MotoringFile Review: MCSc ]
<p>“I would love to drive one on a race circuit, but for road use it seems a little too frenetic, a shade eager to catch you out if, for example, the road goes over a crest and turns at the same time.”</p>
<p>Clearly this guy does not get it. Give me sharp, eager and frenetic. So he thinks a heavier car with a softer suspension would be preferable in his little crest/turn scenario? Whatever.</p>
<p>I thought all of my past autos (misc. combinations of sedans and SUVs) drove well on the road (for what they were) until I got my MCSc. Little did I realize how bad they were (I lead a sheltered life).
After 5 weeks and 2000 miles, my biggest gripe (and it ain't that big of a gripe) is the dirty rear window he mentioned that occurs during and after a rain storm. The price you pay for fun driving on twisty roads on a sunny day. :-)</p>