Mini Cooper S sport
I love my 172, and I know a lot of people have a dilemma over whether to buy a Clio Sport or a Mini Cooper S (I had the same dilemma myself, and went for the Clio).
Just thought it was interesting to see the perspective from a Mini owner...and maybe whoever it was from here remembers this:
"I had a bit of a head to head with a 172 about 6 months back with a guy from Cliosport.net. Basically we both met up and headed out for the peak district where we put our cars through there paces against each other. In a straight line both cars were pretty much equal up to 115. Over the twisty stuff and again a very close call. I have had a few blasts with 172s and never had problems keeping up or keeping a lead but you cant really use this as a real comparison as you dont know wether the other driver is trying or not. But on that mild Septembers evening we were both definatley giving it all we had. For the price of a 172 though you cant really go wrong with the kit you get. An import with delivery miles can be yours for 12 grand."
(this is the link to the whole topic there on which car was better)
http://www.mini2.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-27960http://www.mini2.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-27960
I like the quote from this guy:
"Lets not sl*g off the Clio 172 because it is a very good car! The cup is a stripped down version yet stil a good car."
[Edited by Metallic Black on 19 June 2004 at 10:52pm]