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One more checking in on having the mini then the BRZ.
2003 mini s 100k+ passed on to my son in VC Wa in 2013 and got the BRZ.
The mini had upgraded SC, Suspension, brakes, exhaust, and more.
70lb dog got in and out of the back hatch easily and carried many "things" over the years. Used the car on the track many times with great fun. I did put a con rod through the side of the block at the track but I think an engine with 75k did not owe me a thing with its hard driving life.
I was considering the new mini but did not like the way the turbo acted on the new engine for street use.(Personal preference)
When I got the BRZ it was much slower than the mini ,but a SC and mods to the exhaust and suspension on the BRZ they fixed that problem. New dog 60lb, rides in the back with the seat down, hatch was easier but this is working fine. "Things" in the back are not as easy, but a 3/4 ton pickup is just used a little more.
I really like the handling of the BRZ, probably because my other track cars are RWD. I do like letting the back end step out. I will say that at lower speeds the mini was more nimble and could be manhandled around obstacles faster. But, at speed the BRZ has great manors and you gain confidence quickly.
Since getting the BRZ I am no longer in Wi for the winter so my experience in the snow with the BRZ is limited, however, when there, good tires and sane driving seemed to work just fine. the same applied to the mini.
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