Mini— the new one
We know we don’t give these a ton of love on this site, but that doesn’t mean we’re down on them— in fact, we’re tempted (though not in a truly serious way) by JCW edition Clubmans all the time.
This one (while neither a JCW nor a Clubman) is looking especially fine lowered on BBS RXes (which we’re considering as track wheels for the E36). Lovely.
Photos courtesy of user ‘sprp85’ on bimmerforums.com
Motoring Con Brio 
How dare you like a FWD car, you!
Automobiliac said this on October 26, 2012 at 9:46 am
Even though it’s FWD, I can see the appeal of these for “semi-enthusiasts”. If you are “kinda” into cars, but want a fun to drive car without sacrificing practicality or newness, then this would be perfect. But, of course, for true enthusiasts, there are plenty of used cars that are a little less practical (okay, maybe far less impractical), but are much more enjoyable!
John said this on October 27, 2012 at 12:04 am
There will be a new Mini in my garage in Florida either Monday or Tuesday, the very SO decided to replace her Acura with a Mini. It has a an automatic no less … Blah. I guess it could have been worse. I’ll let you know how I feel about after I actually see and drive it (IF she lets me drive it!).
Randy said this on October 27, 2012 at 7:13 pm
I own a JCW Clubman and I am neither a “semi-enthusiast” nor “kinda” into cars. I also currently own and have previously owned several BMWs and a Mazdaspeed MX-5. Minis are as fun if not more so than any other car I have ever owned. Few new cars are as fun driving at low speed in city traffic, cruise comfortably on the freeway, and are a complete blast on back roads. I’m not quite sure how Minis could be considered anything less than a phenomenal car for enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike.
deathbygps said this on October 27, 2012 at 11:29 pm
Very nice. Pics of the Clubman? 🙂
motoringconbrio said this on October 31, 2012 at 11:56 pm
I’ll send an email!
deathbygps said this on November 2, 2012 at 4:21 pm
if i didn’t need the versatility of my golf gti i’d have one of these in my drive. preferably an earlier supercharged one 🙂
wm said this on October 29, 2012 at 7:26 pm