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I have an '05 Cooper (base model) and it is a great DD that is lots of fun on back roads. Yeah, it's underpowered and not going to win any awards for being quick. However, running the n/a up above 4K in 3rd gear on local back roads is a blast, great throttle response and in stock form handles really well. I just passed 60K with normal maint., no repairs to date and have averaged over 32mpg with about a 50/50 split of highway to city miles.
I am 6'2 and have way more room in the Mini than in the Boxster and find it more fun to drive.
Wayne if you need any photos of the N/A for side by side comparisons with the "S" let me know.
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