2004 MINI Cooper S - Improving Aerodynamics

[InsightfulRay]

Originally Posted by johnf36

Here is my front I found reshaping helped....One of the biggest things I did just last month is dumped almost 40 lbs in tires and wheels which seem to have netted me 2mpg

Changed tires/wheels like you and had similar results. Really liked how it smoothed out the ride. Have a set of airtab vortex generators on order and I'm looking forward to seeing what sort of different they make once installed on my Mini.

[johnf36]

The ones on the C pillars go leading edge down at 15 degrees 100mm in front of the separation layer. Which puts it at the edge of the black on the window.

[Arragonis]

Originally Posted by johnf36

What is killing me is there European diesel model gets 65mpg

Did you notice the new Cooper S D we have too ? 65 MPG (imp) and 0-62 in 8.1 seconds.

[InsightfulRay]

Originally Posted by Dave's Civic Duty

Wow, great job guys. I am enjoying this thread on the Mini, my wife wants one in the worst way. I don't think she would go for the mods but I'm enjoying what you guys came up with, interesting! & yes it would have to be an earlier one w/ the pano view & an S because of the 6sp. The Midland 5sp has troubles, not very stout from what I've read.

I've read that some guys get as high as 44 mpg in stock form has to be Hyway, any truth to that?

Thanks,
Dave

Dave, I have a 2009 Mini Cooper S JCW model. It gives me the best of both worlds. I can easily get 46-48 mpg on a steady 55 mph highway jaunt. I typically average 45mpg+ per tank since 90% of my driving is interstate. When my "Mr. Hyde" gets the better of me I can occasionally blast down an on-ramp because it has 220 hp in a 2750 lb. car and I can STILL net that 45 mpg figure per tank. Really enjoying this website and all the great ideas.

[johnf36]

If you guys want to really heat up the air put a piece of aluminum foil over your intercooler on the s models. You should check the specs on the diesel Countryman all wheel drive

[InsightfulRay]

Originally Posted by Arragonis

Did you notice the new Cooper S D we have too ? 65 MPG (imp) and 0-62 in 8.1 seconds.

That would be a great choice here in the States. I've had several diesels in the past and would love to get my hands on a diesel Mini!

[InsightfulRay]

Originally Posted by johnf36

The ones on the C pillars go leading edge down at 15 degrees 100mm in front of the separation layer. Which puts it at the edge of the black on the window.

Righto. I figure that slight "wave" in the plastic was there for an aerodynamic reason. Anxious to see if the airtabs help keep the back window cleaner. Typical Mini fights a losing battle against dust and road grim accumulating on the rear window and hatchback/bumper. We'll see soon if they help with that.

[Arragonis]

Originally Posted by InsightfulRay

That would be a great choice here in the States. I've had several diesels in the past and would love to get my hands on a diesel Mini!

I'm looking forward to meeting on in the metal. Helga loves Mini Cooper S's

[Dave's Civic Duty]

Originally Posted by InsightfulRay

Dave, I have a 2009 Mini Cooper S JCW model. It gives me the best of both worlds. I can easily get 46-48 mpg on a steady 55 mph highway jaunt. I typically average 45mpg+ per tank since 90% of my driving is interstate. When my "Mr. Hyde" gets the better of me I can occasionally blast down an on-ramp because it has 220 hp in a 2750 lb. car and I can STILL net that 45 mpg figure per tank. Really enjoying this website and all the great ideas.

That Rocks, 6sp, any ecomodds?

Thanks,
Dave

[Dave's Civic Duty]

Originally Posted by InsightfulRay

That would be a great choice here in the States. I've had several diesels in the past and would love to get my hands on a diesel Mini!

Put me on the list my Buckeye Brother!

Dave