Inspired by George (who owns GP0154, GP1415 and GP1717), I wanted to install the JCW carbon fiber hood scoop on GPMINI – but I didn’t want to lose the “GP” letters.
So working with MINI Swag, I got perfect replacement letters, bought the scoop and installed it today!
First I tried the red “GP” letters that I’d bought:
But then I decided it would look better with the silver letters, closely matching the original design:
So here’s a close-up of the original and new carbon fiber hood scoops (ignore the foam, which is protecting the paintwork!):
While in a carbon fiber mood, I also got the JCW gear shift knob (again inspired by George!):
It looks fabulous, but it takes some getting used to because you hold the shift knob from the side instead of from the top … not sure if I” stick with it!
Finally, repeating the Chili Red mirror cap highlighting, I changed the white (MCS) door reflectors to red (MC):