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Looking For Better Lap Times Now that my MINI is out of warranty, I want to do some high performance driving. I’ve heard that the car isn’t that good “out of the box.” What’s the best way to get lower lap times? Should I get more power, better brakes or coilovers? It seems like there are a million on choices, and I’m not sure what will give me my best bang for the buck. Clint McCoy Tulsa, OK Suspension Upgrades I have a ‘08 Cooper S. It is pretty stock at present, but I want to improve the suspension. Where should I start? Do I have to get fully adjustable coilovers and the like? If so, what brand should I get? Roger Thompson Patterson, NJ AutoX or Road Course? I’ve done several HPDEs and now I think I want to get more serious. Where do I start? I can’t decide if I want to do AutoX or road course driving. Can you give me some input? Phil Andrews San Diego, CA Upgrading The Brakes I’m thinking about upgrading my brakes. I’ve heard that the by Matt Richter Technical Editor Prepping For The Track I’ve had my MINI for just over a year now, and it’s the most fun I’ve ever had in a car. My old Scion xB wasn’t nearly as much fun to drive. But the MINIs excellent handling is making me want to drive more aggressively so I’m thinking of doing some performance driving events at the local track. How should I prep my car? Les Williams Atlanta, GA stock brakes aren’t up to the task of performance driving, and I want to be able to stop as well as go! I also like the look of those big rotors filling up the wheels. Where should I start? Bob Smith Dallas, TX 12 www.mc2magazine.com the doctor is in i s to ti t w e bes th i Th gh ay to get better i e’s a s e n er ten th ayn u t beh i d coach y drvniig th n ev il alo l er an doi y car y ou f ou w e th Y n mu ev n dan l s and drive. Most have experienced drivers that will ride with you an ig at th d theat tis s n or fee. 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