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The moment I see Taylor on the screen, I instantly get happy! The man has a great taste in cars, and you can tell he really puts passion when working on them and makes it so entertaining for the viewers. What a guy! (also that ending was absolutely hilarious)
@@John.Winchester I don't mind them, they have their own thing as well. But I get what you are saying. It definitely feels like Taylor is more down to earth and connected to his viewers. I respect and appreciate each one of them, but Taylor has a special place in my heart. His content is by far my absolute favorite.
I actually prefer the v2 channel to the main one now. Calmer, full of passion, variety and in depth content, less screaming and shouting, no gurning thumbnails. And no formulaic BMW > BC Racing Coil overs > Never see the car again. Taylor is knowledgeable, passionate, funny, authentic, presents beautifully and just all around a great guy. Love!
Taylor, you’re such a natural presenting these films, you’ve developed into a really good motor journo type! There’s folk who did the TOP JOB and were nowhere as genuine and natural and knowledgeable about cars than you are on these films. Bra-fucking-vo chief! It’s a long way since that Burger King crown video.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount ah I don’t dislike the other two. I think Rory’s his own form of entertainment. There would be no videos without him since he does all the editing.
This video is a masterpiece, editing, music, color everything is soo interesting and keeps your attention. Thank you for making these videos, I could watch Taylor forever.
I genuinely wouldn't have a problem if Taylor, Ethan, and Jack were the new presenters of the Grand Tour. I think these three would do an amazing job. This is a very professional and well-put-together film. You're doing good, here lad.
Yeah I don't get Ethan either. Guess he's relatable to some viewers. I'd say Alex Taylor and Ethan could make a balanced trio as each is very different.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount I’m really not bothered. I just think it’s hilarious that you’re so obsessed with commenting on a channel you claim not to like.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount pointless comments? I wonder what your comment count is on this channel? Anyway, I’m done wasting time replying. Enjoy your pointless campaign.
That supercharged four-pot is one of the best sounding engines ever, because it is such an intoxicating sound. A friend of mine has had two and still rates them. Taylor's mini is a lovely colour as well, I've always thought the R53 Mini suits a dark colour. And it has such a history to it now. Definitely would want to see a video of it back at the 'Ring.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount I’m allowed my opinion, there is no ‘right’ answer, and if you think differently, well then you’re the plank. And yes, that supercharger scream on the R53 Mini IS one of the best sounds a car can make and I, frankly, don’t give a toss whether you agree or not.
I think it's the same 1.6i (thp200) motor I have in my RCZ GT but with a supercharger instead of the turbo in mine. Both sound awesome and in the light cars their made for.... rapid😈
I totally understand Taylor keeping his Mini, brilliant and honest you tuber and a pleasure to watch him. Just about to put my modded R56 JCW up for sale, going to miss it, yes it's cost a small fortune to keep going but one of the best and most fun cars I've ever owned.
@@jameswatts6787 had a brand new BMW supplied engine fitted last year and just had a cg motorsport clutch fitted after the release arm failed, a money pit but makes me smile every time I drive it, running just under 300bhp with all the goodies fitted 🤣🤣
yeah, I had an R53 and it was absolutely lovely and fun and the best... when it worked. sold it for pennies just before the clutch fully exploded and wiped my hands of the whole thing
I've owned, driven and worked on everything shy of super car class. The r53 is the only car I can't live without. The only thing that gives me the same smiles per gallon is a motorcycle. It's so nice to see these cars finally coming into their own and people appreciating them ❤
They still don't get nearly as much appreciation as they deserve. You still get loads of people trott out old tired shite of 'hurr durr, not real Minis, MAXIs innit mate'
I'd love to own one, and come very close a couple of times but I feel like unless you can find a properly sorted one thats had a fair bit of money into it to sort all the problems they come with - you either need to be a Taylor, or rich, or ideally both
I’ve got a fully track built R56. I work with prestige cars and have done since I was 20 & im the same. My little Mini would smash anything and anyone around a track or a country road. It gives me a concerning sense of courage and self belief. After all that it’ll go wrong and I’ll have to park it up till it gets fixed!!🤣
You do have a point he used to claim he didnt know what he was doing but then u find he is qualified and has worked in the trade .... time he put his big boy pants on and showed us what hes made of @BlatantBurnerAccount
Had a red one of these. The grip and the engine noise were so addictive. Some of the best days driving I’ve ever had. Now into Porsches and I often wish I just had the mini jcw
Taylor, it’s your R53 that got me to buy one. I’ve been the proud owner of a chilli red for about a year now. It has some problems but overall it brings a huge smile to my face. Also I’d love to learn how to fix things myself so taking it as an opportunity to do it. Also that supercharger whine never gets old 😁
Supercharged 4s are so underated. You might not be able to get as much power out of them as a turbo, but the sound, power delivery and reliability is amazing. Currently own a cobalt ss supercharged and Its a blast to drive.
Agree mate, I had a 200 bhp R53 and now an F56 JCW, the JCW is definitely faster by far, and drinks far less petrol and oil, but the original supercharged engine had a shit load of character for sure and the response was unmatched for sure
Mini supercharged are NOT meant for straight line race they belong on twisty road/track that's why they are the best handling car. Better spend money for a track car rather than power.
I got my R53 Mini around the time yall posted some of the first videos with this! I've always had a thing for cars but my Mini has been the first car I've been able to make my own. It's got it's flaws but has quickly become the most memorable and fun car I've owned. I don't think I'll ever be able be able to part ways with mine either! Looking forward to seeing what else you end up doing with this!
Love this video, Taylor your passion really shines through, I was doing the washing up when you were doing the drive and I assumed you had a cameraperson in the car with you that you were talking to; NOPE just Taylor, talking to the camera like his best mate! You've really come a long way as a presenter man, I love seeing it!!
As an owner of an R53 JCW since 2016 and having put 80k kms on top of the original 77k, I’ve decided to be buried in my Mini the day I kick the bucket, and the supercharger whine will be the outro at my funeral 😂
Right as I'm about to sell my R53, I watch this and now can't bring myself to list it! Cheers Taylor! Can't wait to see what's in store in the future with this one
My R52 just turned 20. No service engine lights. Cold a/c. Supercharger whine is so satisfying. Moved to a 15% reduction pulley when we serviced the supercharger. It’s a hoot.
You hit on something I liked the sound of, a Rematch. We don't always need to see new cars all the time, save your business some money and make some content with the cars you have, different match ups. Like can a Mini beat a way more powerful car round a track due to it's superior grip for example, in old races mustangs and mini's raced together and it those races are now legendary. What you could also do if you can find a place to do it is give us power lap times for each of your cars, see if there are any surprises, add in the TDC guys cars too. Free ideas, you can thank me later.
I have an 2003 R53 Cooper S also, 147,000 miles (bought at 62,000 miles) - this is inspiring to know 33,000 more miles are possible and it still puts a smile on your face 🙌
I have had an r56 and an f56 and they were both fantastic cars, Unfortunately my f56 was in a horrendous crash and I miss it every day haha, as soon as I can scrape to funds together I would love an r53 but they are so hard to come by in the north of Scotland, keep up the content
Ive had 2 of these. They are brilliant, they handle like nothing else - incredibly solid. My 2 proved very reliable after doing the supercharger service. They are hilariously powerful, lovely to drive long and short distance and parts are cheap and plentiful. The killer for me was the £400 a year road tax and the less than 30mpg.
I’ve got an ‘03 R53 with 177k miles that I daily drive and track. Engine has about 80k on it. Too many mods to list but it’s tight with full polyurethane bushings & Bilstein coilovers. Next mods are header, cam & tune. I love this car!!
Great video,and does anyone else agree Taylor's just wasted,he could go far it's the only time you get a decent car revue,and knows his stuff,and funny with it,on you go taylor
To be honest, Alex is a bit preoccupied nowadays with his familylife offcourse, meanwhile Rory getting more hours in front of the camera with Taylor will change the dynamics in between the lads somewhat, which we viewers will notice.. Regarding the camerawork in the previous video: i think something went wrong accidently. Maybe some footage was lost, a cameraman got sick, a camera broke... One of those things happend, i think. Those things can ruin a video and therefore perhaps also the atmosphere. I think Alex is more sensitive than he may appear on camera, and that might have put him a bit 'off'. I am not sure, but i feel like thats the case.
@@eefjuh5533 Agree with all that but Alex is also trying to hard, like he has 1 idea of how to act on camera and needs to keep pushing that. However car throttle videos used to be 1 a week maybe often with more time in between, with several channels and being in 3/4 videos between autoalex/ v2/ podcast that way of acting gets tiring very quickly. The man’s nearly 40 and we all like a laugh and take the piss out of each other with our mates but Alex goes overboard.
@@eefjuh5533 I am sure Alex is a great presenter and running a business with so many channels, and employees and having a family makes it hard to be "present". He was great in one of the latter videos, but I can't count on him to be great these day, I can with Taylor 🙂
Best video on the channel since the last Taylor solo video. Love all the videos but your the best of the bunch bud! Your solo videos are second to none. One complaint - would have been go to show how to bleed the coolant.
I have an R53 since 2020 and, if nothing bad happens, is going to be with me for many, many, many years. Is one of the very last "manual" cars sold by a major brand.
Proud owner of an R53 - had it 20+ years and still enjoy it! I have lost count of how many coolant tanks I have been through though and damn those JCW seats are ace.... unicorns indeed. I'd love a set of those....
I owned 13 R50/R52s, 5 are still with me. It is a pain to solve all the issues caused by previous owners and their mechanics, but it's the most lovely car ever made
Very nice, thank you for the video! I've owned a 2005 R50 from new. It now has 155K miles on it and makes considerably more power than it did from the factory, as well as handles and brakes much better and is overall a much nicer car, but then driving and working on it is a hobby of mine. These cars are modern classics and I think will appreciate like older Porsche 911s have.
I love to see you properly enjoying the little R53! Of the many cars I've had mine is one that I really wish I'd been able to keep. That noise brings back some great memories of the back roads of Essex
Great video Taylor, made me miss my R53! That intercooler you had on was 100% a cheap ebay one as that's what mine had, I stuck fins on mine and there was an enclosure on the bonnet to direct airflow, but you're much better off with the AirTec. I am currently in an F56 JCW which I love but it lacks that go-kart feel the R53 had, but I'm gonna stick some coilovers, light 17s etc and hope it gets that back. Minis are such great little cars with so much charm.
I had a stock R53 MCS back in 2004 and it was a hoot to drive. It had the stock 16-in wheels which meant the adjustability was insane, turn in under braking into a short turn and the car would slide its butt finishing the turn with the steering wheel straight on. The engine was a bit sticky, wouldn´t rev as effortlessly as i was used by BMW engines, but the performance was fine for me. I miss the days when (new) cars could be simple fun without overcomplicated layers of technology.
I'm so happy that we got to see the Cooper S again, as it is also one of my favorites! Let's see it again when dyno'ed and the final mods are on it please
This brings so many emotions back, I love these cars!.. I had two a Cooper S and a JCW previously and really enjoyed them. Loved how nimble, planted and peppy they were. The interior is really cool and the seating position is spot on! And the noise of the supercharger, oh I completely agree, it’s intoxicating! Sadly due to various reasons I couldn’t keep them a few years ago and the both had to go, miss them a lot… I know you said you won’t sell it but in case you do decide to move on then please do get in touch. I would love to have one of these back in my life! Love the video, keep it going! 👍🏻
Would love to see more videos on your mini, being an R53 owner myself, would especially love to see future mod vids, pulley cam injectors remap etc, and would definitely want to see you take it to the ring, great video!
Taylor, I feel exactly the same about my 2008 Mini Cooper S, Leland. He is in ailing health right now with a headgasket issue, but he still makes me giggle everytime I drive him. Definitely my forever car!!!!
Great Video…totally agree that these little cars are totally addictive…I have owned several JCWs …and now a GP2 and a 06 JCW (Canadian Competition Edition)…The GP2 is great but there is little something more about the R53s …every time I consider selling it I take it out for one more drive and I place it back in the garage with its cover and delete the sale posting.
Nice Vid Taylor .... Thank You. Have owned 3 R53 minis in the past, and watching you with yours just reminded me why, and Im in LOVE all over again. So time to find another decent one and enjoy the super charger sound with the sunroof open again. Well done on awesome videos and Thanks Again! Ryan from Cape Town, SA
Taylor thank you very much. Your videos are so enjoyable and fun. I am a massive mini fan, and my R56 was featured on one of your first podcasts ( rear of the year !). Don’t stop !
Taylor, this has to be my absolute favourite of your cars. The whole Nürburgring trip and seeing it at shows has reallyyyy made me want one myself in future 😅 Minge is a superb example and such a fun little car. I’m sure you can forgive it for blowing up from time to time 😉
I have a Toyota 86 that drives like a go kart and love it. A good friend bought a Cooper, the JCW, old and beat up, but MY GOD the Mini is SO fun to drive, a bit more than my 86.
Early in the video and thought my eyes were going even more funny than usual, then realised Taylor was filming in the rain. Talk about prefessional content creator.
I had one a few years back. Similar vintage. Only mods were reduced Kavs pulley and different speakers, oh and led side lights, which I recommend on yours. Mine had Sat nav in the centre binnacle too, and pan roof.
Hey Taylor, that is a really lovely example, I mean I really love the classic minis, but your one is really nice, and my favourite colour too, pillarless doors, What a noise from that supercharger, love it, good work 👍
👏🏻👏🏻 my mrs loves her r53. I’ve done a lot of work on it myself, mainly preventative maintenance. The only thing we have had go wrong is the crank hub coming apart, replaced with a solid aluminium one.
got one, love it get audi tt 225 injectors, 15%pully,jcw style intake, better flowing exhaust and a tune from adrian cl makes a massive difference to power and mpg
Thanks 👍, that was a great, very informative into the joys of BMWs little one series mini ownership, glad to see how fun they are to drive and maintenance... Yes you could be part of the next generation top gear presenters to complete with 5th gear for a motoring show using tech so it becomes a remote service as the future isn't tv is has evolved rather quickly into internet broadcasting..... You guys as a team could push this as the potential is there 👌👍👍
I've got one of these on an 04,standard except for a pipercross sports filter and a malian stainless steel sports exhaust which sounds awesome! I'm tempted to get a 15% reduction pulley and bigger intercooler. I still can't believe how cheap they still are, everyone who's driven one absolutely raves about them, so not for much longer!😅
I’m biased, but massive love for R53’s - Currently doing up a Factory JCW on my channel at the moment, and it’s been a fair bit of work but it’ll be great when its finished. Also I’ve got a British Racing Green JCW so can’t help but love Taylor’s - Brings a smile to my face when I drive it (and touch wood - I’m Oil leak free at the moment as well :))
I had never been a fan of the mini but I recently bought a cheap one for the Nurburgring earlier this year and wanted to hate it but im in love, such a great little car and I have had zero issues. and yes watching yours blow up on the autobahn had me worried 😅 so far its done the Nordschliefe, Nurburg GP circuit, Curborough, Three Sisters and Anglesey.
I really want a fun little hatchback just like this. The supercharger really sells it for me too! I wish I could get my hands on that exact car and how you've built it as, its just how I would go about it. And the colours awesome!
Great video. Have a daily r53. Some of the parts on it have done over 260k like you on my second engine. First gave up at 201k I have recently swapped out the same coolant expansion tank you had for an oem style as you did. On the tank you took out it was hard to tell if you had pipe connected the overflow blow off. In any case I reckon the cap on these is not up to the job. On caps my top tip is to carry a spare in the glove box.
Great to see the Mini, feels like ages since I've seen this car. Picked up a 72k r53 for 425 quid off co-part recently, can't wait to get stuck into it.
Enjoyable video! Editing was great. Really dig the spec on this. The JCW bits you've fitted and not fitted. Aero skirts but not the front bumper for instance since the standard bumpers looks much nicer. Nice upgrades could be a genuine aero grille with the smaller holes, chrono pack with the extra dials and you seem to have a white rear fog light but originally it should have a red lens.
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Taylor, you can make a solo video about your passions any day. You're just the most genuine among the whole group. Inspiring.
I agree
I agree too !!!
Taylor is the main man now. Every video is brilliant 👏
He is the heart, passion and knowledge Of the channel and I love it.
Vehicle-related passions only please...
The moment I see Taylor on the screen, I instantly get happy! The man has a great taste in cars, and you can tell he really puts passion when working on them and makes it so entertaining for the viewers. What a guy! (also that ending was absolutely hilarious)
It's even better when alex and rory aren't in the videos shouting around, taylor carries the channel
@@John.Winchester I don't mind them, they have their own thing as well. But I get what you are saying. It definitely feels like Taylor is more down to earth and connected to his viewers. I respect and appreciate each one of them, but Taylor has a special place in my heart. His content is by far my absolute favorite.
I actually prefer the v2 channel to the main one now. Calmer, full of passion, variety and in depth content, less screaming and shouting, no gurning thumbnails. And no formulaic BMW > BC Racing Coil overs > Never see the car again.
Taylor is knowledgeable, passionate, funny, authentic, presents beautifully and just all around a great guy. Love!
That bonnet scoop falling off was absolute gold 😂😂😂
Taylor, you’re such a natural presenting these films, you’ve developed into a really good motor journo type!
There’s folk who did the TOP JOB and were nowhere as genuine and natural and knowledgeable about cars than you are on these films. Bra-fucking-vo chief! It’s a long way since that Burger King crown video.
Taylor is probably my favourite of the bunch. Funny, cheeky, entertaining to watch! The fellas just a vibe! So glad he’s doing UA-cam more!
@@BlatantBurnerAccount ah I don’t dislike the other two. I think Rory’s his own form of entertainment. There would be no videos without him since he does all the editing.
Please never get bored of putting R2D2 in the background when Taylor gets excited 😂😂😂
This video is a masterpiece, editing, music, color everything is soo interesting and keeps your attention. Thank you for making these videos, I could watch Taylor forever.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount sure buddy
@BlatantBurnerAccount I won't argue with you, believe whatever you want
I genuinely wouldn't have a problem if Taylor, Ethan, and Jack were the new presenters of the Grand Tour. I think these three would do an amazing job. This is a very professional and well-put-together film. You're doing good, here lad.
I would can’t stand that little fairy Ethan
Yeah I don't get Ethan either. Guess he's relatable to some viewers. I'd say Alex Taylor and Ethan could make a balanced trio as each is very different.
Alex taylor and jack and give rory a restraining order so he cant pipe up behind the camera
These videos of Taylor just fixing or upgrading his cars is just so relaxing
Taylor wrenching is better than the main channel. He should do a collaboration with m539
And he’s so hot
The V2 channel is more enjoyable than the OG channel
@@BlatantBurnerAccountand you’re STILL here, burning all that energy, hating on them 😅
@@BlatantBurnerAccount I’m really not bothered. I just think it’s hilarious that you’re so obsessed with commenting on a channel you claim not to like.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount you’re hilarious!
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@@BlatantBurnerAccount pointless comments? I wonder what your comment count is on this channel? Anyway, I’m done wasting time replying. Enjoy your pointless campaign.
That supercharged four-pot is one of the best sounding engines ever, because it is such an intoxicating sound. A friend of mine has had two and still rates them. Taylor's mini is a lovely colour as well, I've always thought the R53 Mini suits a dark colour. And it has such a history to it now. Definitely would want to see a video of it back at the 'Ring.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount I’m allowed my opinion, there is no ‘right’ answer, and if you think differently, well then you’re the plank.
And yes, that supercharger scream on the R53 Mini IS one of the best sounds a car can make and I, frankly, don’t give a toss whether you agree or not.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount it's an opinion and I agree it is a great sounding engine. Don't need to be rude for no reason do you pal
@@BlatantBurnerAccount blah blah blah I literally couldn’t care what you think. Go find somewhere else to be a joyless misery.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount just saying no need to be rude about it. Life's too short pal to be hating on people you don't know online
I think it's the same 1.6i (thp200) motor I have in my RCZ GT but with a supercharger instead of the turbo in mine.
Both sound awesome and in the light cars their made for.... rapid😈
V2 videos are genuinely my favourite and a lot of that is because of Taylor’s passion and knowledge for the cars we all love. Proper petrolhead.
I totally understand Taylor keeping his Mini, brilliant and honest you tuber and a pleasure to watch him.
Just about to put my modded R56 JCW up for sale, going to miss it, yes it's cost a small fortune to keep going but one of the best and most fun cars I've ever owned.
My old neighbour had an R56 JCW Turbo, head gasket blew when she was doing a pull and had to sell it for like £1300(?). Also very expensive to run
@@jameswatts6787 had a brand new BMW supplied engine fitted last year and just had a cg motorsport clutch fitted after the release arm failed, a money pit but makes me smile every time I drive it, running just under 300bhp with all the goodies fitted 🤣🤣
How much?
@@u04pww2 7k
yeah, I had an R53 and it was absolutely lovely and fun and the best... when it worked. sold it for pennies just before the clutch fully exploded and wiped my hands of the whole thing
I've owned, driven and worked on everything shy of super car class. The r53 is the only car I can't live without. The only thing that gives me the same smiles per gallon is a motorcycle. It's so nice to see these cars finally coming into their own and people appreciating them ❤
They still don't get nearly as much appreciation as they deserve. You still get loads of people trott out old tired shite of 'hurr durr, not real Minis, MAXIs innit mate'
I'd love to own one, and come very close a couple of times but I feel like unless you can find a properly sorted one thats had a fair bit of money into it to sort all the problems they come with - you either need to be a Taylor, or rich, or ideally both
Drove my R53 for 12 years before it died. Still got it, but it’s not moved for a few years. Impossible to get rid of.
Just the best car EVER.
I’ve got a fully track built R56. I work with prestige cars and have done since I was 20 & im the same. My little Mini would smash anything and anyone around a track or a country road. It gives me a concerning sense of courage and self belief. After all that it’ll go wrong and I’ll have to park it up till it gets fixed!!🤣
Taylors enthusiasm and joy is so infectious! Proper car dude.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount that’s your opinion lad, I enjoy his presenting and banter. Each to their own.
We need more of this- use Taylor for the honest reviews of all the channel purchases including the TDC ones!
You do have a point he used to claim he didnt know what he was doing but then u find he is qualified and has worked in the trade .... time he put his big boy pants on and showed us what hes made of @BlatantBurnerAccount
love taylor's episodes on the v2!! what an awesome car keep it up lad
Had a red one of these. The grip and the engine noise were so addictive. Some of the best days driving I’ve ever had. Now into Porsches and I often wish I just had the mini jcw
actual fair up-badging i would defend.
Well, he actually has a JCW engine in it
Taylor seems like such a genuine guy. My dad has got a mini one and I hate driving it, but this makes me want a Cooper S.
Taylor, it’s your R53 that got me to buy one. I’ve been the proud owner of a chilli red for about a year now. It has some problems but overall it brings a huge smile to my face. Also I’d love to learn how to fix things myself so taking it as an opportunity to do it. Also that supercharger whine never gets old 😁
Actually the same as me!!! I got an r53 cause Taylor did and I’m a proud member of the owners club I love it more than any other car!
R53 supercharger whine is so addictive 😍
Supercharged 4s are so underated. You might not be able to get as much power out of them as a turbo, but the sound, power delivery and reliability is amazing. Currently own a cobalt ss supercharged and Its a blast to drive.
Agree mate, I had a 200 bhp R53 and now an F56 JCW, the JCW is definitely faster by far, and drinks far less petrol and oil, but the original supercharged engine had a shit load of character for sure and the response was unmatched for sure
Mini supercharged are NOT meant for straight line race they belong on twisty road/track that's why they are the best handling car. Better spend money for a track car rather than power.
I got my R53 Mini around the time yall posted some of the first videos with this! I've always had a thing for cars but my Mini has been the first car I've been able to make my own. It's got it's flaws but has quickly become the most memorable and fun car I've owned. I don't think I'll ever be able be able to part ways with mine either! Looking forward to seeing what else you end up doing with this!
Love this video, Taylor your passion really shines through, I was doing the washing up when you were doing the drive and I assumed you had a cameraperson in the car with you that you were talking to; NOPE just Taylor, talking to the camera like his best mate! You've really come a long way as a presenter man, I love seeing it!!
Boys this content is honestly just so good, really ticks all the boxes. Loving the friday uploads too!
Keep it up guys we all love it.
Taylor V2 channel!!! Keep them coming.
As an owner of an R53 JCW since 2016 and having put 80k kms on top of the original 77k, I’ve decided to be buried in my Mini the day I kick the bucket, and the supercharger whine will be the outro at my funeral 😂
Right as I'm about to sell my R53, I watch this and now can't bring myself to list it! Cheers Taylor! Can't wait to see what's in store in the future with this one
cant believe how good taylor is talking to cameras, you all are, but considering taylors vertical rise to fame its amazing, love the bloke.
You enthusiasm is so engaging. Loving it and love the mini.
My R52 just turned 20. No service engine lights. Cold a/c. Supercharger whine is so satisfying. Moved to a 15% reduction pulley when we serviced the supercharger. It’s a hoot.
Future classic 100%
Got to see Taylor work on his cars instead just cleaning them lol love you guys
You hit on something I liked the sound of, a Rematch. We don't always need to see new cars all the time, save your business some money and make some content with the cars you have, different match ups. Like can a Mini beat a way more powerful car round a track due to it's superior grip for example, in old races mustangs and mini's raced together and it those races are now legendary. What you could also do if you can find a place to do it is give us power lap times for each of your cars, see if there are any surprises, add in the TDC guys cars too. Free ideas, you can thank me later.
I had one of these. Mucked it up on the highway about 8 years ago and miss it every day. Enjoy the Mini life, Taylor.
Taylor is the best honestly. Easily my fave in the AutoAlex multiverse!
@@BlatantBurnerAccount hahahaha are you crying as your write this, hun? It’ll be ok baba xx
@@BlatantBurnerAccount there he is. Imagine my surprise at your pretty predictable comment. Free fall or not - I enjoy it.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount the term “gay mafia bot” tells everybody reading this everything they need to know about your IQ and mental state. Be safe.
I have an 2003 R53 Cooper S also, 147,000 miles (bought at 62,000 miles) - this is inspiring to know 33,000 more miles are possible and it still puts a smile on your face 🙌
actually crazy how good the wheel fitment + combo + everything is.
I have had an r56 and an f56 and they were both fantastic cars, Unfortunately my f56 was in a horrendous crash and I miss it every day haha, as soon as I can scrape to funds together I would love an r53 but they are so hard to come by in the north of Scotland, keep up the content
Ive had 2 of these. They are brilliant, they handle like nothing else - incredibly solid. My 2 proved very reliable after doing the supercharger service. They are hilariously powerful, lovely to drive long and short distance and parts are cheap and plentiful. The killer for me was the £400 a year road tax and the less than 30mpg.
@@kubiyoshi2744 They're nothing alike.
I’ve got an ‘03 R53 with 177k miles that I daily drive and track. Engine has about 80k on it. Too many mods to list but it’s tight with full polyurethane bushings & Bilstein coilovers. Next mods are header, cam & tune. I love this car!!
Great video,and does anyone else agree Taylor's just wasted,he could go far it's the only time you get a decent car revue,and knows his stuff,and funny with it,on you go taylor
Taylor is the only reason I keep watching AutoAlex videos! full stop!! Period!!
@@LostYogigot half way through yesterdays video and knocked it off, the camera work plus Alex made that video hard work to just watch.
To be honest, Alex is a bit preoccupied nowadays with his familylife offcourse, meanwhile Rory getting more hours in front of the camera with Taylor will change the dynamics in between the lads somewhat, which we viewers will notice..
Regarding the camerawork in the previous video: i think something went wrong accidently. Maybe some footage was lost, a cameraman got sick, a camera broke... One of those things happend, i think. Those things can ruin a video and therefore perhaps also the atmosphere. I think Alex is more sensitive than he may appear on camera, and that might have put him a bit 'off'.
I am not sure, but i feel like thats the case.
@@eefjuh5533 Agree with all that but Alex is also trying to hard, like he has 1 idea of how to act on camera and needs to keep pushing that. However car throttle videos used to be 1 a week maybe often with more time in between, with several channels and being in 3/4 videos between autoalex/ v2/ podcast that way of acting gets tiring very quickly. The man’s nearly 40 and we all like a laugh and take the piss out of each other with our mates but Alex goes overboard.
@@eefjuh5533 I am sure Alex is a great presenter and running a business with so many channels, and employees and having a family makes it hard to be "present".
He was great in one of the latter videos, but I can't count on him to be great these day, I can with Taylor 🙂
I bought an R53 JCW in 2003 direct from JC in Sussex. It was one of my all time favourite cars. Always made me smile.
Best video on the channel since the last Taylor solo video. Love all the videos but your the best of the bunch bud! Your solo videos are second to none. One complaint - would have been go to show how to bleed the coolant.
Love this video. We have an R56 Mini Cooper S that I harp on about how great it is.I also vow we will never sell. They are just brilliant!
Taylor gets us all. He gets his cars. He loves them for what they are and that’s why we love him.
I have an R53 since 2020 and, if nothing bad happens, is going to be with me for many, many, many years. Is one of the very last "manual" cars sold by a major brand.
Love seeing nickyminge out the unit! Happy driving they’re great little gocarts and you’ve given it all the goodies hope tuning goes well
Proud owner of an R53 - had it 20+ years and still enjoy it! I have lost count of how many coolant tanks I have been through though and damn those JCW seats are ace.... unicorns indeed. I'd love a set of those....
I owned 13 R50/R52s, 5 are still with me. It is a pain to solve all the issues caused by previous owners and their mechanics, but it's the most lovely car ever made
Very nice, thank you for the video! I've owned a 2005 R50 from new. It now has 155K miles on it and makes considerably more power than it did from the factory, as well as handles and brakes much better and is overall a much nicer car, but then driving and working on it is a hobby of mine. These cars are modern classics and I think will appreciate like older Porsche 911s have.
I love to see you properly enjoying the little R53!
Of the many cars I've had mine is one that I really wish I'd been able to keep. That noise brings back some great memories of the back roads of Essex
I have worked at the mini factory driving the minis since 2001, I have never seen them seats, they are spot on 👌
Great video Taylor, made me miss my R53! That intercooler you had on was 100% a cheap ebay one as that's what mine had, I stuck fins on mine and there was an enclosure on the bonnet to direct airflow, but you're much better off with the AirTec. I am currently in an F56 JCW which I love but it lacks that go-kart feel the R53 had, but I'm gonna stick some coilovers, light 17s etc and hope it gets that back. Minis are such great little cars with so much charm.
I had a stock R53 MCS back in 2004 and it was a hoot to drive. It had the stock 16-in wheels which meant the adjustability was insane, turn in under braking into a short turn and the car would slide its butt finishing the turn with the steering wheel straight on. The engine was a bit sticky, wouldn´t rev as effortlessly as i was used by BMW engines, but the performance was fine for me. I miss the days when (new) cars could be simple fun without overcomplicated layers of technology.
I'm so happy that we got to see the Cooper S again, as it is also one of my favorites! Let's see it again when dyno'ed and the final mods are on it please
This brings so many emotions back, I love these cars!.. I had two a Cooper S and a JCW previously and really enjoyed them. Loved how nimble, planted and peppy they were. The interior is really cool and the seating position is spot on! And the noise of the supercharger, oh I completely agree, it’s intoxicating! Sadly due to various reasons I couldn’t keep them a few years ago and the both had to go, miss them a lot… I know you said you won’t sell it but in case you do decide to move on then please do get in touch. I would love to have one of these back in my life! Love the video, keep it going! 👍🏻
Would love to see more videos on your mini, being an R53 owner myself, would especially love to see future mod vids, pulley cam injectors remap etc, and would definitely want to see you take it to the ring, great video!
Maybe a future collab with 1320 Mini.
Agreed . R53 owner here
@@BlatantBurnerAccount No, "we" don't actually. You seemingly do though so tell us what we're missing.
@@BlatantBurnerAccount Please do enlighten me.
Taylor, I feel exactly the same about my 2008 Mini Cooper S, Leland. He is in ailing health right now with a headgasket issue, but he still makes me giggle everytime I drive him. Definitely my forever car!!!!
Great Video…totally agree that these little cars are totally addictive…I have owned several JCWs …and now a GP2 and a 06 JCW (Canadian Competition Edition)…The GP2 is great but there is little something more about the R53s …every time I consider selling it I take it out for one more drive and I place it back in the garage with its cover and delete the sale posting.
Nice Vid Taylor .... Thank You. Have owned 3 R53 minis in the past, and watching you with yours just reminded me why, and Im in LOVE all over again. So time to find another decent one and enjoy the super charger sound with the sunroof open again. Well done on awesome videos and Thanks Again! Ryan from Cape Town, SA
Taylor thank you very much. Your videos are so enjoyable and fun. I am a massive mini fan, and my R56 was featured on one of your first podcasts ( rear of the year !). Don’t stop !
I'm actually a Miata Guy, but I really like this Mini Cooper S... unbelievable how much Tylor has already experienced with this car.
Taylor, this has to be my absolute favourite of your cars. The whole Nürburgring trip and seeing it at shows has reallyyyy made me want one myself in future 😅
Minge is a superb example and such a fun little car. I’m sure you can forgive it for blowing up from time to time 😉
I have a Toyota 86 that drives like a go kart and love it. A good friend bought a Cooper, the JCW, old and beat up, but MY GOD the Mini is SO fun to drive, a bit more than my 86.
Great video Taylor, I love your passion and approach to life in general. Well done!
Really notice the production quality going up over time, good work guys!
Totally adore Taylor’s videos. So much good knowledge and passion to cars. Other guys are just laughing or screaming, boooooring.
So great to get an update, and to have a closer look at your Minge! Loving your enthusiasm for this car. Great video. Cheers Fella.
Whoever was in charge of the music production/decisions on this did amazing.
Early in the video and thought my eyes were going even more funny than usual, then realised Taylor was filming in the rain. Talk about prefessional content creator.
Love this. Your enthusiasm is infectious Taylor (hopefully just your enthusiasm)
I had one a few years back. Similar vintage. Only mods were reduced Kavs pulley and different speakers, oh and led side lights, which I recommend on yours. Mine had Sat nav in the centre binnacle too, and pan roof.
Hey Taylor, that is a really lovely example, I mean I really love the classic minis, but your one is really nice, and my favourite colour too, pillarless doors, What a noise from that supercharger, love it, good work 👍
👏🏻👏🏻 my mrs loves her r53. I’ve done a lot of work on it myself, mainly preventative maintenance. The only thing we have had go wrong is the crank hub coming apart, replaced with a solid aluminium one.
Not a day goes by that I don't regret selling mine 😭😭😭
Keep enjoying it forever!
got one, love it get audi tt 225 injectors, 15%pully,jcw style intake, better flowing exhaust and a tune from adrian cl makes a massive difference to power and mpg
Taylor, you need to do more videos like this (just you on your own), really held yourself well mate! Nice work presenting :-) Love your mini!
R53 minis are addictive with their supercharger whine. I've had 2 and I'd buy another in a heartbeat
Absolutley love that Mini. Well done Taylor. Hope you have many more joyful miles with your Mini❤
Thanks 👍, that was a great, very informative into the joys of BMWs little one series mini ownership, glad to see how fun they are to drive and maintenance... Yes you could be part of the next generation top gear presenters to complete with 5th gear for a motoring show using tech so it becomes a remote service as the future isn't tv is has evolved rather quickly into internet broadcasting..... You guys as a team could push this as the potential is there 👌👍👍
Love Taylor’s enthusiasm for this Mini. Keep up the good work fella 🤩
Love the R2D2 pop up, perfect choice and made for a decent chuckle, well done. Love the Min-min and that SC sound
I've got one of these on an 04,standard except for a pipercross sports filter and a malian stainless steel sports exhaust which sounds awesome! I'm tempted to get a 15% reduction pulley and bigger intercooler. I still can't believe how cheap they still are, everyone who's driven one absolutely raves about them, so not for much longer!😅
Love the R53 and 56. Had a modded R56 which I sold for a more sensible car. Miss it every day.
Love your channel Taylor. I even clicked like just seconds in.! Keep up the great work.! You da man..!
Indeed one of my favourite ever cars! The excitement and sound of the supercharger is very intoxicating! I regret selling it every day.
Youre a natural in front of the camera mate. Thoroughly enjoy watching your content.
I’m biased, but massive love for R53’s - Currently doing up a Factory JCW on my channel at the moment, and it’s been a fair bit of work but it’ll be great when its finished. Also I’ve got a British Racing Green JCW so can’t help but love Taylor’s - Brings a smile to my face when I drive it (and touch wood - I’m Oil leak free at the moment as well :))
It's a lovely motor Taylor. Had a quick look over her when you had it stored with someone we know in High Cross. Lovely stance that car.
I had never been a fan of the mini but I recently bought a cheap one for the Nurburgring earlier this year and wanted to hate it but im in love, such a great little car and I have had zero issues. and yes watching yours blow up on the autobahn had me worried 😅 so far its done the Nordschliefe, Nurburg GP circuit, Curborough, Three Sisters and Anglesey.
I really want a fun little hatchback just like this. The supercharger really sells it for me too! I wish I could get my hands on that exact car and how you've built it as, its just how I would go about it. And the colours awesome!
I had a VW golf some 12 years ago and was impressed by level of cornering grip too, with some good quality semi slicks.
Great video. Have a daily r53. Some of the parts on it have done over 260k like you on my second engine. First gave up at 201k
I have recently swapped out the same coolant expansion tank you had for an oem style as you did.
On the tank you took out it was hard to tell if you had pipe connected the overflow blow off. In any case I reckon the cap on these is not up to the job.
On caps my top tip is to carry a spare in the glove box.
Great to see the Mini, feels like ages since I've seen this car.
Picked up a 72k r53 for 425 quid off co-part recently, can't wait to get stuck into it.
I've been looking forward to this video ever since I got my first car, an R50 Mini Cooper
I love that the Red Pig has been getting so much love lately. I wonder what other vintage racers we have forgotten about...
Enjoyable video! Editing was great. Really dig the spec on this. The JCW bits you've fitted and not fitted. Aero skirts but not the front bumper for instance since the standard bumpers looks much nicer. Nice upgrades could be a genuine aero grille with the smaller holes, chrono pack with the extra dials and you seem to have a white rear fog light but originally it should have a red lens.