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We’ve got a few MotoringFile reviews coming up in the next couple of months that we thought we’d let you know about. If you have questions we’d like to us to try and answer in the reviews, let us know in the comments.

One week w/a 2006 Cooper S JCW*
Webb Motorsports 15% Pulley
M7 Strut Tower Reinforcement Plates
M7 Under Strut System
Miniature Trailer Hitch System

…and later this fall (drum roll)….

One week w/the JCW GP

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*I’ll be taking the car to the F1 race weekend so you can see the car for yourself July 1st and 2nd at the Car Corral at the Indianapolis Speedway.

Written By: Gabe

http://www.champcarfanatics.com mg5904

I would like to read a review on the Koni FSD/JCW spring combo suspension. A number of people have suggested this setup and I’ve read a couple of quick reviews of this package as well – all positive.

Thanks, mg5904
jac cottrell

Gabe, I am REALLY looking forward to your write up and exp with the 15% pulley…..

thanks!
indimini

I’d like to hear how the M7 USS benefits the cabrio.
GSKChicago

I’d be interested in reading the 15% pulley review as well, but some detail on the warranty issues and your comfort zone surrounding such would be good info as well. I know it’s been covered before, but in one comprehensive place at the same time would be cool.
Mark

I second what GSKChicago wrote. Interested in hearing how the 15% fits in with your OEM+ concept.
http://www.rakh1.blogspot.com rakh1

I’ve left two Mini One reviews in the past 6 months and neither made it to press. Is motoringfile just not interested in this Europe-Only model (despite the number of Europe readers) or have I been emailing the wrong address???? Sincerly – Rich
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

rakh1 – sorry I haven’t seen any come through. Try sending it again. We’d be happy to feature a MINI One review.
http://www.gbmini.net Ian C.

Gabe, what a tough job you have here ;)

You get to drive a GP without laying down any $$$!
bluzeke

Gabe . . . how did YOU and THAT car end up in the Indy Car Corral during the USGP!?!?!?

Now that’s a story!
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Gabe . . . how did YOU and THAT car end up in the Indy Car Corral during the USGP!?!?!?

Anyone who buys two tickets to the USGP and belongs to a car club can park at the Car Corral on the back stretch. I’d highly recommend it if you’re going.

Gabe, what a tough job you have here ;) You get to drive a GP without laying down any $$$!

Well I’d actually say it’s a helluva lot harder than it looks – But yes, there are some benefits ;-)
Matt

Any chance of getting you to give us your thoughts on the Audi A3?
http://mini2.co.za timmee

Probably Todd will do the GP review, right?

I would like to read a review of the MCSc with JCW kit. Especially interested in how the car behaves with the extra grunt. I thank Drew for his review, but would like a review of the 6 speed manual, please.

Also, is there any way that we could have a compiled list of available OEM accessories with part numbers?

Lastly, an article on what to look for when buying a pre-owned car. Any model specific niggles to test for, i.e. 2003 MC or 2005 MCS, etc. What to look for when considering a modded (lightly or heavily) car.
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Probably Todd will do the GP review, right?

I’m sure any review Todd does of his GP will grace these pages before mine. However I’ll be revewing a GP separately.

Also, is there any way that we could have a compiled list of available OEM accessories with part numbers?

As soon as someone pays me to do this full time I’m on it :-)

Lastly, an article on what to look for when buying a pre-owned car. Any model specific niggles to test for, i.e. 2003 MC or 2005 MCS, etc. What to look for when considering a modded (lightly or heavily) car.

Good idea!
http://mini2.co.za timmee

IÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢m sure any review Todd does of his GP will grace these pages before mine. However IÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢ll be revewing a GP separately.

Excellent – hope to see two reviews of the GP.

As soon as someone pays me to do this full time IÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢m on it :-)

Hey, Stracco! The people want an accessories (hi db!) list!
Chad

I’m curious as to how the 15% pulley compares to the 19% pulley. Both from a performance point and a reliability point.
http://web.mac.com/andrewz/iweb andrew

I too am looking forward to the WMS 15% pulley review!
Paul G

I’m really interested in hearing the real world feel/performance comparison between the ’06 MCS JCW and the JCW GP.
GSP

Ditto the 15%. Warranty perspective as well as selling a car with/without.
Brian

It would be nice to know of any reputable / friendly places in or around the Miami / Ft. Lauderdale area where I could get a pully installed.
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Brian – luckily the very well known and long-time site sponsor MyMINI is located right in Miami. I’d highly recommend giving them a call.
Brian

Gabe – I sure will. Thanks.
Jake

I second the request for what to look for when considering a used MCS. I almost placed an order for a new one, however; they have now limited my options by offering just the recent new “packages” here in Canada. There are some good deals on 2003′s and 04′s around, but I’d like to learn more about what to watch out for. Much appreciated.

Jake

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