I'd stick with the GS - shaft drive for one thing. I owned BeeEms for a lot longer than the Triumphs... Not that there's anything wrong with them. But, since leaving the Boxer engine I've always thought ankles and lower legs were 'exposed'.
We've gone off topic but how are you enjoying the MINI? Find mine a great little car, even though it replaced the Boxster...
Cheers,
