Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 OH and the HHR SS is faster around the ring than a Mini SC The diference is I didn't buy anything yet. YOU OWN an HHR LOL http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj288/Dubs740/hhrss.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 The 6 speed trans is not AS prone to grenading like the 5 speeds are. Electric P/S pump issues - leaks, total failures, cooling fan issues. Lower ball joints front. The serpentine belt takes 2 people, 45 minutes and a lot of patience. (S/C model) Aftermarket is as plentiful as the Miata as far as nick nacks and power adders. Door lock actuators They are a blast to drive, but at times when each one leaves with $1K plus bill every other oil change in the 60K mile+ range it just gets sketchy. We don't service many in the 100K+ range. Most people seem to get the newest model, or sell off for good before 100K. the one i'm looking at has 110k on it :no: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 The diference is I didn't buy anything yet. YOU OWN an HHR LOL http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj288/Dubs740/hhrss.jpg Yea so. I like it. being only 1.52 seconds slower around the ring than an AWD car that looks like a beetle/pinto bean ain't to shabby. http://www.fastestlaps.com/tracks/nordschleife.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Heres why you should get the 3.0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossle Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 the one i'm looking at has 110k on it :no: Remember though, we are a repair shop so we just see the broken ones. There are stretches of zero maintenance like any other car, but when a problem does arise it is usually not very cheap. A good inspection as you know will be very important on a Mini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 [14-09, 12:57]*Not Brian* those hhr's are probably the ugliest most generic looking failwagons since the pt cruiser abominations :lolguy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 yeeeeeeeeeah maaaaaan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 [14-09, 12:57]*Not Brian* those hhr's are probably the ugliest most generic looking failwagons since the pt cruiser abominations :lolguy: that's nice. /care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 that's nice. /care Please tell me you have limo tint on all your windows including your windshield or at least spray painted them black. And do you also drive around with a mask on to hide your identity. Do your shopping at night perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 this thread is now an HHR Hatefuck thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Please tell me you have limo tint on all your windows including your windshield or at least spray painted them black. And do you also drive around with a mask on to hide your identity. Do your shopping at night perhaps? nope no tint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Id go for the a4 no doubt. Itll be slower than the mini and handle much wose but have an actual livable interior design and materials wise. Both 1.8t and 3.0 have plus and minuses but id prob go for 1.8t. A few cheap easy mods make them faster Nd get worlds beter mileage. You lnow about the 1.8 anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 this thread is now an HHR Hatefuck thread BRING IT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 What goes through somebodys mind to make them want to get an HHR? I would cut my pipi off and shove it up a mini coopers tail pipe before being seen driving an HHR in public. Srs. Must have sexuality issues driving these retro vans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndonD454 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 the one i'm looking at has 110k on it :no: Speaking of which, my future mother-in-law has one with 110k on it that she would probably sell for next to nothing.. needs new trans though haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 What goes through somebodys mind to make them want to get an HHR? I would cut my pipi off and shove it up a mini coopers tail pipe before being seen driving an HHR in public. Srs. Must have sexuality issues driving these retro vans That's it??? I expected better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 id rather pepper my own angus put it in a meat tenderizer and let bunz eat it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I've driven both supercharged and turbocharged Coopers and would love to have either one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 CTS-V Turbo>SC. Get the A4. I loved the turbo Cooper S, but they go for $$:dumb:$$... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Did somebody mention HHR? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Paul, I think you would enjoy a Mini Cooper S honestly. Small, nimble, and relatively good on fuel. Excellent resale value as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dharris89 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 My boss had a a clubman with the s motor. At 50k the timing belt slipped and the motor was toast. His mechanic told him this is fairly common with the s. For around town it was fine and fun to drive but every time we had to go to Cleveland or Cincinnati it sucked. After all the trouble he had i would never have one. Now, please continue with the clown car and gay jokes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 The mini is fun to drive and roomy, I really liked mine. Everyone else on the road will assume you are either daddys little girl or a fucking faggot. I couldn't stand that and sold mine after 8 months for a sizable loss. You want something that turns heads and gets compliments in the shithole backwoods part of ohio you live in, buy back your GTO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versluis Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 These cars can be a lot of fun. if this has the N14 engine then it would of been under recall for the aux water pump so make sure that is taken care of. there is a class action out currently for the timing chain and front windshield. Timing chains like to go out early and I have seen issues with clutches as well, some going as soon as 28k. if you want one just make sure you get in inspected before you purchase and check the service history for the recalls and service bulletins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansonivan Posted September 16, 2012 Report Share Posted September 16, 2012 Some of the main issues have been covered by Crossle, complete list of thing I commonly see go wrong on the R53 cars. The R56 is a much nicer car in every way but they have a long list of problems too. - electric steering pump failure - as early as 40k - $350 for a reman + 2hrs labor - control arm bushings - typically by 60k - lower front subframe to change - 3hrs labor - water pump and water pump o-ring leaks - damn near remove the supercharger to change the pump - window motors fail - aux fan failure - crank sensor seal - all cars by 5 years/100k - timing chain failures - seem to be a result of oil service neglect. Having said all that, I would own one if the price was right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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