Ownership Update PLUS I needed a minor rant !

[@mikelightowlers6594]

I love the way that it has been for a service but that TWIG was still there!!

[@tompritchard2135]

Totally understand the JCW argument, I’ve got a Cooper S and although it’s running a lot more power than a FJCW thanks to Lohen, it still isn’t one. I refuse to put anything JCW on my mini (styling wise).

[@PetrolPed]

Good man 👍

[@davidoliver7977]

When my wife had a Cooper S back in 09 we looked at the JCW styling pack for it as it does look good. On researching the insurance side it was going to cost around 200 quid more for having it on!!....didnt bother.

[@tompritchard2135]

@@davidoliver7977 madness isn’t it, especially because they came as a factory option for the aero kit. I’ve just left mine looking standard and messed with engine. Full mods declared though.

[@davidoliver7977]

@@tompritchard2135 From factory was the way to go and it was a close decision, but her indoors was content in the end with the upgraded exhaust tips in silver, which made a difference to the look. It was the auto too which she wanted and to be fair was not a bad drive and if I remember had a kind of overboost for a second or 3 under hard acceleration...happy days loved it. On my 50th she kindly used the part ex of it to buy me a 997 Carrera S which was a lovely surprise as she loved that mini. As I always say she's worth avin lol.

[@tompritchard2135]

@@davidoliver7977 certainly was the way to go. Honestly you can do so much with these minis, I’ve got a different exhaust system on mine now and it’s a much better tone than standard, but not massively loud. 0-60 I’ve timed at 5.3 with the modifications that I’ve done to the mini. That’s a nice surprise isn’t it! How did the Porsche feel compared? I know a few people who have had a Porsche and they love it, but they said the mini was a bit more fun!

[@carcreationsyt]

Good evening to all from the UK! And morning for us in North America!

[@PetrolPed]

Hi Merica 🙋‍♂️

[@davidblackwell7958]

I completely agree about the JCW badge thing, grates me every time I see a faux JCW

[@kiljaeden7663]

I stopped having my car cleaned when being serviced when a few years back I got my car back with a badly scratched windscreen. Still pisses me off just thinking about it.

[@PetrolPed]

Ouch 😣

[@davidoliver7977]

Had the same experience years ago with a Merc, and since then (although they repaired it) never had a car cleaned on a service. Its usually a quick power wash anyway and that is where the issue came as they took a chunk out of the bonnet. and it also looked as though they had dropped the shammy and the grit was evident in the scratches all over. I guess they have to be so quick washing them so no respect given to the product.

[@johnhutchinson635]

@Derek Watson I’ve been telling them to not wash it but last time it went into my local Audi garage, you can guess the rest 😢

[@simonmurfin1910]

Same for me. After having the body work polished properly I now leave "do not clean" notices on the dash and ask reception not to clean it

[@malcolmbrew8815]

Totally agree never understood why they put the JCW styling pack on non JCW cars, though we have a Countryman S and yes it has the JCW styling pack. We did not spec and bought it because it had the pack because it looks great. The seats with the carbon effect backs are truly awesome.

[@alancoleman7009]

Spot on with your comments on JCW badging! Could not agree more that it is both confusing and ‘cheapens’ the meaning of JCW. As a fellow owner of 2 JCWs, I think it is a problem.

[@GM-mk3ep]

Totally agree with you on the JCW, it should ONLY be on a JCW car, bc that’s what you pay the premium on it for - just cheapens their top brand of Mini!

[@buzbygolf]

Quite agree with service plan idea, I done the same thing on my car it's now covered servicing and parts plus two MOTs when It reaches 3 years old all in the monthly fee !😊😊👍

[@peterbarber8053]

I have a 2018 F54 Clubman SD which I bought as an approved Mini . Very fortunately I lucked out and got one with the 3 year/36000 mile service pack which the original owner had taken out which transferred to me. I have taken the mileage from 8500 to 34500 miles in 17 months of ownership so the service pack has proven very worthwhile.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice. I had the same with my Roadster 👍

[@peterbarber8053]

@@PetrolPed like you I also had a couple of warranty claims. 1 to resolve a water leak into the footwells and another which required a new dpf sensor. Both resolved with no quibble by Mini.

[@mickyeverton]

Have not seen mud flaps on a motor since 1977!! 😄😄 Many Thanks, Peace From London. 🙏🙏

[@GRfourfun]

I took a service plan out with Lexus when I had my 2008 Lexus ISF. It was the roughly the same price as yours monthly for 3 services including a major and all MOT’s free, not bad for a 5.0 V8. Made really good sense, I always remember getting a free IS300h F sport courtesy car and feeling very short changed with the power like you lol I always loved getting my car back, made me appreciate it even more.

[@lewistate8586]

Totally agree with you on the JCW styling pack.

[@garyferrari1366]

I agree with you on the JCW touches, it’s like putting a Cosworth badge on a Sierra Ghia

[@PetrolPed]

Yep 👍

[@stevenglossop4274]

Totally agree with you , bit of a badging exercise which devalues the ethos of the proper jcw .Bit like the mini hatch challenge 210 and a proper Jcw .

[@thetyrerjones]

Being a Mini owner for many years I totally agree with your minor rant, but I guess they sell a whole lot more cars when visually branded JCW. The new 2021 F56 styling pack even has the JCW badge on the front grill - That's a step too far!

[@neilmarshall7071]

Hi Pete, had my JCW Clubman 7 weeks now and am still in awe of it. Totally agree with your JCW rant, a friend of ours has a Cooper convertible with the JCW pack and is adamant she has a full JCW. Deluded 🤦‍♂️

[@PetrolPed]

That’s would wind me up 😂

[@montyzumazoom1337]

Interesting Ped. My JCW Clubbie also had its first service last month as well. I got the car from Chandlers Worthing (Rustington), sold to me by the lovely Emma who sold me my first Mini, 4 Minis and 8 years ago in 2012. Had mine serviced there as well. Still loving mine to bits🤗👍

[@stevemccrory9130]

Isn't Rustington technically a suburb of LA?

[@montyzumazoom1337]

@@stevemccrory9130 How dare you! We don’t need any of that sort of talk.....

[@PetrolPed]

They are a good bunch 👍

[@stevemccrory9130]

@@montyzumazoom1337 Well there is the fact that its further to Worthing than it is to "downtown" LA. One bonus is that Ped isn't referring to "his town" as CHI (which is as bad as badging a Cooper as a JCW)......its CHUFFING CHICHESTER people.

[@montyzumazoom1337]

@@stevemccrory9130 Calm down old chap, or to put it another way C.D.O.C.....😅

[@alexhalls8655]

Firstly, Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers Ped! Very well deserved. I have been watching since your video on the F56 JCW at Snows Portsmouth, and in that time you have quickly become my most watched car KZbinr. I totally agree on the point about the JCW badging. I have an R56 Cooper S with the JCW Chilli pack and the only JCW badges I have are on the door sills. Even the centre caps just say MINI. I do think they went a little overboard with the badging on the F56 JCW packs, especially on LCI 2, which appears to have a massive JCW badge on the grill even on the One/Cooper. I am surprised that they told you they couldn’t wash Charlie because of Covid. My main dealer were more than happy to offer the service when I took mine in for its MOT last week!

[@PetrolPed]

Hi Alex. Thanks mate. This dealer subs out the cleaning to a company that is not currently operating 👍

[@alexhalls8655]

Ah okay, that makes sense then!

[@box.10]

You are spot on with the "dilution" of the JCW brank name...a stunt adopted throughout the BMW range which is ONE of the reasons I changed from my M2C to my FANTASTIC M20 iPace HSE. (Which I love). But BMW sat nav is much better thatn the JLR one, BTW.

[@thedronescene7474]

I just installed the same red paddle shifters! They look and feel amazing lol

[@un1eash01]

I agree about the half digital dials, they don't really add anything and look a little out of place. I've got the HUD on my JCW Clubman so rarely pay attention to the dials.

[@roslynmonahan1352]

I totally agree with you about the JCW styling pack. I have a 2016 Cooper S bought second hand with the JCW pack and people say oh it’s a JCW then I have to say no it is isn’t actually. It’s confusing. I also prefer the analog gauges over digital. The only thing I would like to add are Union Jack taillights but they are so expensive to get from Australia.

[@2spookii]

There's heaps of aftermarket ones you can buy with lots of install vids on youtube if that helps

[@britishminiclub]

Interesting rant. It’s actually called a Cooper Sport that included a styling pack like different style bumpers etc. The JCW idea started way back in the 90’s with engine tweaks and styling packs etc. The Fiesta ST Line looks exactly like the ST at a distance but without the power Agree about not letting a dealer clean the MINI. We were put off when we saw them jet washing the cloths on a gravel ridden surface 😩

[@PetrolPed]

😳

[@britishminiclub]

@@PetrolPed we presume you put the Clubbie in Sport mode? It’s not dramatic but it does make a difference

[@GenaF]

Hey Ped, when I bought my f56 Cooper S I chose the classic trim, which doesn't have paddles, the sports trim has the paddles, JCW steering wheel, hub caps etc... then there was the top spec which I think was 'exclusive' or similar. I didn't want a faux JCW either and wasn't bothered about paddles. I'm someone who prefers a stealth car than a bog standard one made to look like it's more than it is.

[@PetrolPed]

Nice 👌

[@MatthewGaither]

In rural areas I am a big fan of the flaps. They really do keep the muck off of your car and in your case they are stylish as well!

[@PetrolPed]

👊

[@peterkirton4580]

I have a service plan on my Audi and of course it ensures that you keep going to the main dealer until you have spent all the money

[@katebarreldesigns2684]

I love my digital dash with my heads up display on my JCW clubman. I thought I would hate it, however, really do like it a lot!

[@johngregory5280]

Appreciate why you might want to take it back to a main dealer for servicing but there are no warranty issues by going independent. The only stipulation is that OEM parts must only used.

[@PetrolPed]

Agreed but there is also the perception from future buyers about the value of a main dealers history 👍

[@julianr9873]

You had a lucky escape! I never let the dealer wash my car as they probably use an automatic car wash and a sponge! Protect your car paintwork and wash it at home yourself using the two bucket method!

[@GeordsYouTube]

I will have a Mini Countryman Cooper S All4 next week I can’t wait to get my first modern mini

[@PetrolPed]

Awesome 👏

[@georgedaville4662]

The cost of main dealer servicing is unbelievable. They seduce you with an easy way to pay, with generous looking discounts! However, it is all about the sacred warranty, which is still only 3 years and 60k on all German manufacturers. Take at look at Korean warranties typically 5/7 years and 100k. Who has the most faith in their products? ( I drive a Jag E Pace, and they are just as bad!)

[@obg6446]

My wife and I picked up out new clubman s sport on Saturday, lovely motor

[@PetrolPed]

Congrats 👍

[@neilcollinson281]

Have 2020 JCW F60 Countryman. One curiosity - cruise control switches itself off ridiculously often. Not sure if sensor doesn’t like direct sunlight. Agree on digital dash - thought about retrofitting until I realised how non-configurable the unit is. Also, yes - they should use JCW-line etc

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@DuaneCaldwell]

As the ecstatic owner of a 2020 Countryman JCW, I am with you 100% on the JCW branding in non-JCW cars. I'm also with you on the digital instrument panel. I ordered my car just before BMW MINI shut down production for COVID, in fact, my car had just started metal fabrication when lockdown brought everything to a halt. I had the option of canceling my order and switching to a 2021 with the digital panel. I chose not to do so, and I'm glad after seeing a few. I like the JCW analog dials too much.

[@PetrolPed]

Good plan 👍

[@99crossy]

Completely agree. The sports trims of others isn’t so bad. Although Ford do ST like as well which is almost as daft. But a JCW style pack would look stupid when a Cooper S flies past!

[@peterrosscochrane]

Completely agree on the point about the JCW styling and how MINI use it. It’s similar to how I disagree with BMW putting an exhaust pipe either side of the car on the new BMW...320d - it looks great don’t get me wrong, but such styling should be reserved for the higher spec cars in the 3 Series range in my humble opinion (I say this as a former 320d owner, current JCW Hatch owner!)

[@384panther]

Good to see you driving around the village where I live ( Lavant) and the surrounding area. Especially the drives up the Chiglrove road towards the Hartings. Thoroughly enjoy the reports having just found your site.

[@PetrolPed]

We are neighbours 😜👍

[@simonmurfin1910]

Agree with the JCW logos etc being on non-JCW cars. AMG has been similar for a while

[@gepal7914]

The one thing that tempts me to the digital dash is that the Tach is much easier to read for manual shifting. I find the old Tach a real pain, especially with such a low redline. Has nobody else noticed that the gap between second and third gears is far too wide? You would think, with 8 gears, they could make the spacing more convenient for lower speed winding roads.

[@grahamforbes3243]

From the very short passing shot I think that amphibious car you spotted on your way home was a Dutton Amphibious which were, (maybe still are ?)made in Littlehampton, Tim Dutton the company owner lives in Worthing. Been making loads of different kit cars for decades.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for the info 👍

[@brotharon1187]

Thanks for these videos! Here in the states there is very little attention given to these MINIs. I have a JCW Clubby on order at my local dealer and the only thing I can do is wait and watch every video on KZbin about them. You seem to have the market cornered on JCW Clubman content (that isnt rubbish). Well played, Petrol Ped!

[@nigelhoward7403]

Totally agree about the rant! Mini are certainly devaluing JCW by spraying on lesser cars.

[@pauldarlington9157]

You don’t have to have a car serviced by a main dealer to maintain its warranty. Can be undertaken by an independent garage, so long as it’s undertaken in accordance with the manufactures specification.

[@PetrolPed]

I know but many prospective buyers will still want a main dealer service history. I know I do 👍

[@pauldarlington9157]

@@PetrolPed my local specialist independent garage are far better than any main dealer. They are a motorsport company though...

[@user-cd3ox9lr9l]

100% agree with the jcw badge thing . Just orderd a clubman jcw , love the channel.

[@PetrolPed]

Many thanks. Enjoy your new wheels 👌👍

[@alldavids4202]

Oh my goodness, I don’t think I’ve ever watched a video I agreed more with. You’re correct on every point! Well done sir.

[@PetrolPed]

Good to know I’m not talking a load of rubbish 😂

[@Marko-sl4wu]

...Your enthusiasm has been noted! After 3 months of gut-wrenching research to replace our Subaru Crosstreck Hybrid and perfect Honda S2000, the Clubman JCW has risen to the top of the automotive heap so to say. A husband and wife have their needs and that’s why compromise was invented. A big Saturday in the US of A for us; ordering a ‘22 Clubman JCW then rushing off for a COVID vaccine; what a day. Promises were made and fortunes may be lost but in the end, we hope to have made the best decision to travel once again! God speed, Petrol Ped, your subscribers and all forms of car enthusiasts. It’s been emotional! 😎

[@jediavatar]

I feel much the same about the whole JCW badging without the JCW reality. Anyone can slap whatever they want on their car, but it doesn't make it the thing they wish. It really does cheapen what they are doing by having a flagship car, by then one that just looks like it. I agree, they should just call it "The Works" package or something else.

[@andrewtrodd5478]

Hi Pete concerning the JCW argument, I understand where you're coming from I bought a Cooper S just before first lockdown it was my first Mini so not a connoisseur, I loved the styling kit not knowing it was JCW until I sat in it and saw the badge on the steering wheel. I was disappointed at first because I didn't want it to look like it's trying to be something it's not in the same way as teenagers used to make standard escorts look like an XR3i. When I realised it was more about styling options I accepted it, I love the JCW spoiler and that's the only extra on the exterior the interior is standard Cooper S but it has the JCW steering wheel which looks great but I would prefer if it didn't have JCW badge on it, at least there's no badging on the exterior. I did find your comments interesting especially knowing that you have put rally mud flaps on a car that as far as I am aware they do not rally😉

[@diljithayre9379]

Always a nervous time if you've got to send a new vehicle in his three-year period into a service garage but oil and filter changes must be done but lucky for me my baby goes into my son's garage and the Warranty work can be carried out under the service contract yes another very informative video and some very good points made thank bod as always a pleasure🤓

[@rusco4611]

Totally agree with the JCW, it should only say JCW unless it actually is. I didn't realise it annoyed me until you brought it up and I realised it has been winding me up 😅

[@PetrolPed]

LOL 😂

[@lukedevlin8073]

I completely agree with you about the JCW rant. I love the heads up and don't want a car without it now. We are going to sign up for the service package too.

[@madpadi]

TangoS was in for 1st service last week and needed a wash and valet too but no haha .....gutted as well She had no issues either just brakes as Charlie and tyres getting there You gotta love a Mini 😍👍

[@petedig5809]

Picked up my 2020 Clubman JCW yesterday. It’s quite quick! Same colour as yours but without stripes. I think I may have a couple of subtle red lines added. My only gripe was when I came to tax it. Ouch. That’s was not expected. I didn’t even know there was a £40k cliff edge. Who knows the original list price of a car and the dealers don’t tell you so be warned if it’s fully loaded with extras.

[@TheSeafordian]

It's £35k soon.

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yeah...nasty that 😳

[@js-hl5hv]

I agree. JCW is and has always been a tuning/performance option. From the 60s till now, a paint job doesn't count as JCW in my mind. Anyway congrats on 1yr for Charlie. My Cooper SE (electric in the UK) has just hit the 6 month milestone. Nothing has gone wrong, and I still love it. To be honest I don't use the pill style display much, as the head up display has everything I need. I suppose I use it to check out the instantaneous power consumption, but that is about all. Till next time....

[@TrickyDicky62]

I have a 2019 Countryman JCW (so look forward to your future review) and have to say i agree with your comments on the JCW styling pack. Not really an issue for me living in Australia as they don't offer the JCW styling pack option (nor the Mini ONE either).

[@PetrolPed]

Didn’t know that 😬

[@keithevans5667]

Evening all and Francois ;-) I have ordered mud flaps now in red! Cannot think why, saw them somewhere ;-)

[@francoisg3500]

Say hello to Ben and as well. 😁

[@andyhunt457]

See another one going with the trend,good man 😁👍

[@PetrolPed]

Boom...I am an influencer don’t you know 😂

[@keithevans5667]

@@francoisg3500 Next time :-)

[@malph9216]

We took my wife's Ford Ka+ Active (not active at all) in for it's service today. and had an 70 plate EcoSport ST-Line (not ST like at all) as a loaner. It was supposed to have the 1.0l Ecoboost 140bhp engine, felt more like 40bhp.......why put "ST" on a car like that? The ride and handling of the thing were......I actually have no words! We were even glad to get back in the Wife's 'not Active' with all of its 85bhp for the drive home. I think I might just pop out for a four pack in my RSQ3 just to restore my faith in the motor vehicle, then sit and watch the footy!🍺

[@PetrolPed]

LOL 😂

[@andrewnicholls5082]

Have to agree with you on the JCW styling pack, grinds my gears !

[@PetrolPed]

Glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@steveemmerson4954]

Hi, Having had 5 MINIs including two JCWs (F56 and F54) I totally agree with your sentiments around devaluing the JCW brand. The other issue which I have to bite my tongue around when on the MINI forums is people who buy their MINI then attempt to make huge modifications to make them a Cooper S or JCW. Just take you time and buy the MINI with the options already on instead of I wish it had this or that option. Basically, buy the right MINI (or any car) in the first instance, there is enough choice out there and by following this route the end cost is usually cheaper. Just my two penny worth, thank you for the video update, appreciated

[@stamfordhatter5612]

With you on the labelling issue. Same with the R Line of my Tiguan, which has very little Rrrrr. Thankfully service costs are free as part of VW finance. Shudder to think how much it would have been!

[@adventtrooper]

Good luck with the service pack, had a negative experience with mine. First, they only do what the car says - one service, I was literally driving home and the service light came on for the next item. I thought they'd forgotten to reset, but no, it was another service the next week. They also found 'extras' like brake fluid that got added to the bill. The final straw was missing the service window during lockdown and having to pay for the last service on the pack anyway; apparently I should have phoned in when it was due, even though the car sat for the best part of six months unused. Wouldn't buy it again.

[@craigtrigg4288]

your so true about the jcw name , great to see your video love watching

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@keithevans5667]

Could've taken the twig off before filming! 😂

[@PetrolPed]

LOL. Didn’t spot it until I checked the footage 😂

[@stevecade857]

Probably picked it up during all the rallying.

[@rotorhead5006]

Was about to type the very same! I don't like arboretums in my scuttle panel. Edit: can't believe it's still there AFTER the service! That's really poor! Forgot how unimpressed I was with MINI service when I had mine! 🤣

[@Daren_King]

Lol. Yes that was distressing me as well. Lol.

[@keithevans5667]

@@PetrolPed I once did a photo shoot of a bicycle and there were complaints about a cigarette end on the ground! Had to get my own back! Keep up the good work ;-)

[@johnbrown3951]

I 100% agree with you on the JCW bit of your film. We pay a premium for our JCW's and that shouldn't be devalued. By all means put the styling on other cars but not the badges.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@markjones7777]

Agree pp with your rant. Car looks fab but those flaps!! Nono! Wanted to get a jcw clubman but to dear compaired what i paid for my Insignia GSI estate. To get same spec and year 5k difference! Have you driven an insignia GSI estate? A lot of car for a 18 month car a tad over 21k when cost new 43k! Keep up the good work Pete. Dont forget to get your hands on a David Brown mini for a proper review please. 👍

[@vinnyd8108]

I've just bought one after watching your vids about how good they are!! Cracking car, I picked it up on Tuesday and the wife didn't notice for 3 days 🤣

[@PetrolPed]

LOL…that’s made me laugh 😂 Great cars though 👍

[@vinnyd8108]

She only noticed because my last mini hatch was blue and this one is white !! She didn't notice the difference in shape and the fact it has 2 more doors 😅

[@seancook2264]

I have 306 JCW with digital dash and quite like it. Never liked the analog dials and the fuel gauge which felt a little bit too plastic. One thing that will bother people as with the GP is the digital dash is not centred to the wheel. But it’s not something you notice particularly while driving.

[@PetrolPed]

I noticed that. Once seen never forgotten 😳😂

[@paulelsey2486]

Looking forward to the jcw countryman vid. We currently have a r60 cooper sd all4 park lane and love it. But so want a jcw next.

[@surturiel]

I do have an F56S with JCW style package, interior, exterior, rims and JCW tuning kit. I bought it used, so it wasn't my choice, but I have about 90% of what the F56 JCW can offer, minus the super stiff ( too stiff for daily driving considering that I have a bad lower back) springs. And it costed me about 8 grand less than the similar JCW, and propably is not nearly as beaten down as a JCW would be. Oh, and I'm seriously considering getting the brakes as well...

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Clubman Works would sort the JCW problem and still tie it in. I like your flaps and will help keeping Charlie cleaner too.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Michael 👍

[@DennisCorreya]

Hahahaha. Lovely summary. Especially the part around the JCW trim bit. I also happen to get a JCW trimmed loaner and oh boy the performance deficit is night and day. The sport mode on the ‘wannabe’ (if I may 😬) is not there compared to the mid on my JCW. Also I’m with you on the analog dials. Just changed my profile picture watching your video PP. lovely videos. Keep them coming 👍👍

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yeah. Just spotted that 👊

[@waynewilliams5434]

I used to 'Court' a girl from Worthing (South Lancing) Lovely part of the world. There was even a nightclub on the pier!. Oh the 7 hours trek on Nation Express bus was worth it. 😁

[@PetrolPed]

Brilliant 👍

[@lordpetrolhead477]

You saw a JCW Countryman at the dealership. I thought one of those might be a bit too fast for the wife’s birthday present so I ordered a Cooper S Countryman for the 31st March from Sytner in Slough. Hope she likes it, she has no idea about it and if not, I’m in BIG trouble 😂

[@PetrolPed]

She will love it. The Cooper S Countryman is a great car 👍

[@leeandjancruise]

Totally agree with you over the JCW body kits and the new instrument cluster.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@neilbarden9430]

Dutton amphibious cars in Littlehampton. Now that would be a different road (or river) test for you. 😁 Good to see my neck of the woods and Chandlers' service bay.

[@PetrolPed]

That would indeed be funny 😂

[@alexjn599]

Lovely channel! As an Italian Mini fan, apart from the technical reviews, I do really appreciate your accent. Great job mate! The Clubman all4 is the one I've shortlisted. Just wondering whether the jcw 178hp handles as a MINI

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks Alex. The Clubman certainly has that Mini feel 👍

[@HQBProductions]

Interesting as always Peter. My SL is due for its annual service this week but I have it done in Truro which is a problem at present...the actual mileage is very low this year so I am not worried about passing it but I think it will be a day trip after the 29th!...360 miles! Re the Service Loan car...call it the Mini Cooper Sport Plus maybe?? The green car was a Dutton Surf which is a Suzuki Jimney after attack by a plastic body shell...very rare though..two have crossed the Channel but seeing one driving around is mighty rare! Service plans...today was a visit to the opticians...new glasses..£772!!!.....BUT by signing up to £8 per month that dropped to £467 with free eye tests, free repairs and 40% off everything in future...it sounds like a reasonable deal!! Stay safe...I think a Lucas spot lamp on the roof would look good for April 1st!! 😀😀😀😀😎😎😎Richard.

[@PetrolPed]

Ooo...now you’ve got me thinking 😂

[@adrianchell]

Your service plan might seem cheap, but I had an R55 Clubman and the plan for that was £150 for 5 years servicing (though my plan excluded brake fluid changes).

[@coltoncleveringa8004]

I’m so excited to see a review on a countrymen as my wife and I agree if we ever get a mini the country men would be the one for us. If we get one we would have to join flap gate lol.

[@PetrolPed]

I’m excited to drive one 👍

[@steveemmerson4954]

I have been lucky to own a number of MINIs. I absolutely love my MINI Countryman Cooper S, coming from two Clubmans (Cooper S and JCW) they are different. I would have stayed with the Clubman but I found the barn doors a pain in the arse, a hatch would be better for this model. Try both models out for size before committing.

[@andyelliott6130]

I agree, I have a JCW hatch, I love the performance and the fact it is an actual JCW, it should be called a works line, similar to ST line for Ford

[@PetrolPed]

Indeed 👍

[@landroversforever]

Nailed it on the JCW pack stuff. Really annoyed me when they brought it out after I bought my JCW. Bits also like the red roof and mirrors were supposedly only for JCWs but then they started letting you option them on anything. It all takes away from the genuine JCWs. Hopefully they don't do the same with GP parts (apart from the diff!).

[@johneldridgefitness]

Got a JCW 2018 Convertible, , completely agree the JCW brand denigration , its just wrong! Other car 30.s F Type .... prefer the Mini... to drive anyway . Big Jaguar fan, but the Mini, well, what can I say! Had a XF 3.o s Portfolio 2011, prior to F Type. Looking at chopping in both, to get a Clubman JCW (4WD), as the only car ....Thoughts?

[@mynameIan]

Totally true about the JCW point. I think Works would have been totally acceptable and less confusing for owners.

[@paulwheatley141]

Heads up display with the analogue original clocks is the way to go I think

[@PetrolPed]

Yep 👍

[@darrellh4161]

1:16 as an American this startled me . Like if you know 👍🏼

[@jakem22994]

I have a ‘19 Clubman S with the JCW styling package and while it is a nice place to sit inside with the big bucket seats and the red stitched leather wheel, I do have to agree with you that it just doesn’t feel right knowing that it isn’t a JCW 😅

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for this 👍

[@3000Robbo]

Great video. Looking forward to the Countryman JCW review. Perhaps afterwards, an amphibious car?

[@PetrolPed]

Don’t joke 😜😂

[@karelesterhuizen7117]

Well done Francois, all good mate and there.

[@stippolyte]

That looked like a Dutton Surf. Saw one at Kit car show while back, iirc based on 4wd suzuki.

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@pmj_hawks89]

Agree with the JCW rant. I felt similar as an N owner when Hyundai rebranded their SR as N-Line. It's NOT an N!!!

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 😳

[@icarius8]

When have you updated you digital cluster on your clubman ???

[@cinematographytrev]

Hope everyone of your viewers is keeping well. I must admit that I don’t bother with main dealer servicing now that my warranty has come to an end. Save a fortune on servicing costs. Hope you and Mrs Petrol Ped are keeping safe & well. How is one of the Pups now? I know you said that one was having issues and went for a scan. Hope all is well.

[@scottwatson7844]

Totally agree re what you said re JCW that trim level should be reserved for the actual model. I have a Cooper S which is still under warranty and curious if the modifications you spoke off caused you any problems in that regard ?

[@PetrolPed]

Not so far. Exhaust is OPF back and intake is fine too 👍

[@vlee1247]

When you purchase a new Mini in Canada, it includes a 3 year maintenance plan at no charge. Obviously it is built into the price.

[@breakersteve]

Totally agree with your JCW rant. 👍🏻

[@PetrolPed]

👍

[@daytonaman2215]

Really looking forward to the JCW Countryman review and your choice, Countryman or Clubman that will be an interesting view, spot lamps, 2 Big Cibies please to go with those mega flaps🏁🏁

[@PetrolPed]

Now you’re talking 👌

[@minimad8793]

Nice one. have been looking at clubman's recently so thanks for the insight although I still love my London edition :)

[@iancruickshank5517]

Have to agree with JCW badges

[@PetrolPed]

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[@rickwhitehill1801]

Have you had issues with the rear doors sticking. I have this issue on my jcw and previous Cooper s, mini has never managed to address it.