Mini Clubman R55/56 Cooper S - anyone have lived with one?

[Ilikebeaver]

I have owned plenty of R53 cooper s hatches which I loved.

Now need a larger car for the dog and was thinking about a Clubman cooper s rather than going down the typical estate/touring type cars.

We also live somewhere with a small parking space so the size of the clubman appeals.

Has anyone lived with one and can share the experience?

We would look for a 2008 model.

[Ilikebeaver]

Thanks, that all sounds promising.

Did you keep the runflats or get rid?

Is yours the green one? Very nice.

If only my budget stretched that bit further, I would love to be in a JCW again.

[Ilikebeaver]

The fuel consumption in the R56's really appeal after living with sub 30's on the R53's.

Hoping to find one that hasn't got runflats, as otherwise its a large expense to fork out straight away.

The budget was around £7k. If I had more ££, I would definitely be interested in stretching it for one like yours.


I have heard the ride is better on the clubmans to the hatches based on the ever so slightly longer wheel base. Did you find the same?

Also - I loved the supercharger on the R53's. Are you happy with the power delivery on the R56 and do you find it just as good/fun?

[Ilikebeaver]

I will see what I can do!