[6pack] modern English cars

[Ruffner, James A *HS]

First of all, keep in mind that the Mini Cooper is NOT (or no longer is) a
British car.  It is owned and built by BMW.  Maybe in England, but I'm not
sure.  The old British "leather cloth" that was used many years ago in the
Triumphs was tough as nails.  I don't know exactly what the Germans are using
in their Minis, but my experience with BMWs is that the materials they use are
very good.
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From: 6pack-bounces at autox.team.net [6pack-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Ian Breyer [ianbreyer at yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2009 11:06 AM
To: 6pack at autox.team.net
Subject: [6pack] modern English cars

Hi all. First off, thanks for the clutch slave cylinder comments. I am
planning on doing a rebuild as it seams the safest route. Nothing wrong with
saving a few pesos as well.

Second, I have a non-Triumph question which I apologize for asking here but I
thought this would be the best group to ask that I know of. I ordered a new
Mini Cooper S last night. I am guessing someone (probably several) out there
has also bought one. Does anyone have any experience with the Leatherette vs.
real Leather seats? I ordered the Tuscan Beige Leather but I am starting to
worry it could be a pain to keep clean and I could save $1500 by going with
the standard grey leatherette. Any comments off the list would be appreciated.
I told the salesperson not to put in the order until he hears from me.

Thanks as always.

Ian

Ian Breyer
New Haven, CT 06511
home email: ianbreyer at yahoo.com
work email: ibreyer at hartynet.com
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