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Big show! First one back for 2025, and the next one, episode 700, is already in the planning stages!

Todd catches us up on his new MINIs and Gabe catches us up on news from MotoringFile Not including db quickly checking out the Renault 5 .

If you aren't getting the pre-show, click over to Black Roof Radio to download it for free. You can also find the RSS feed there, so you can subscribe automatically.

##Motoringfile links

MotoringFile Videos

What's Next For The Electric MINI Cooper -- Our Predictions For 2025 & Beyond

First Look: 2025 MINI Cooper JCW Performance Accessories

MINI Ends Aftermarket Coding--While Introducing Its Own Customization Options

61 Years Ago A MINI Cooper Shocked The World By Winning The Monte Carlo Rally

Video Review: 2025 MINI Cooper JCW (F66) -- Upgrades, Downgrades & How It Compares To Previous JCWs

Video: The Origin Of John Cooper Works & A Look At The First JCW MINIs

(Video) Road Tripping The 2025 Electric MINI Countryman SE: A Real-World Winter Test

Todd forgot how to drive an automatic, and we talk about pants. Seems like a pretty normal episode of White Roof Radio, except we also took a detour through 2007. Our studio host was super glitchy the night we recorded, so if we feel off, it's not just you!

The big takeaways from this week from MotoringFile :
Paddlegate! Part 1 of the Pat Interview The Wheels Gabe wouldn't shut up about

Keep an eye on the feed this week. Gabe has given us permission to include the full interview with Pat Mckenna in the feed!

Have you gone over and grabbed the feed for Black Roof Radio? When you open your app, do you see BRR698? If not, you are using the incorrect feed. It would seem I was a spaz and shared the wrong URL a few weeks ago. The correct feed can be found over at Black Roof Radio.

Owners Lounge is still there and we almost did not get a gasoline powered JCW! Lots to get caught up, both from us and from MotoringFile ! And, don't forget, there is a new episode of Black Roof Radio , with one more following later this week! I should also be sharing the feed to black roof at the same time.

We did cover a lot this week! All of the new MINI stuff we talked about can be found at the links below!
Global MINI Sales Down 21% Due to Model Change Over - MotoringFile Premier: The Electric MINI Cooper JCW - Electrification in Hot Hatch Form - MotoringFile Global MINI Sales Down 21% Due to Model Change Over - MotoringFile Review: F66 MINI Cooper S JCW Trim Is The Best Cooper Sold - If You Can Get It - MotoringFile World Premier: 2025 F66 MINI Cooper JCW - More Performance, New Tech & Petrol Powered - MotoringFile World Premier: MINI Cooper JCW Convertible - The Ultimate Petrol Powered MINI Open Top - MotoringFile MINI Cooper JCW Pricing Released - Here’s What Both New Models Cost Worldwide - MotoringFile

Just getting this into the feed, full notes to follow at WRR and MF. Meanwhile, here are the links you are looking for. Oh, and there is new Black Roof Radio!

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/04/17/the-f66-j01-mini-cooper-dimensions-in-depth-inside-out/

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/03/06/video-review-electric-mini-countryman-se/

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/02/29/exclusive-minis-3-cylinder-engine-is-dead-in-the-us/

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/04/29/rumor-the-new-f66-mini-cooper-jcw-to-debut-at-the-nurburgring-24-hours/

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/03/20/motoringfiles-2025-u25-mini-countryman-ordering-guide-us/

https://www.motoringfile.com/2024/03/29/our-jcw-clubman-gets-dialed-in-with-suspension-and-chassis-modifications/

Big show to close out 2023! Full crew too! A quick heads up, it's not, it's the audio for this episode. And, we do go a little long.

Lots of news from Motoringfile.com including:
Gabe Demo's the new Car Play experience MF ordered one of the last Clubman More Aceman news Updated F66 Specs The MINI SE BMW CCA Needs Your MINI The MF Coupe All JCW News

Long show. Don't forget to go over to BlackRoofRadio.com to download not 1, but 2 additional episodes! The first one has some great information on why we hate the sunroof, and sunroofs in general. The 2nd is for you, the true BRR fan.

Enjoy the end of your year everyone! We look forward to talking about more MINI Cooper stuff in 2024!

Comments are open!

After a 2 week delay that was 100% my fault, I am proud to deliver the latest episode of White Roof Radio. Getting started with news and MINIUSA on again off again manual transmission status is finally updated, for reals, to no longer offering a manual transmission on any of the models. Of course, details on getting one can be found at MotoringFile

Gabe also just wrapped up his stint with the worse named MINI in the history of MINI; The Untamed Edition. The short version you hear, for the full review , including video, can also be found at MF. By the way, Untamed is worse than Untold, don't listen to two weeks ago db, he was wrong.

Moving on, we all agree that the R53 is the G.O.A.T. Chad does school us on some gotchas that can come along with owning an old MINI. Gabe is looking really hard at getting an R53, but that could change. What do you think he should get?

Special thanks to the extra technical info provided by Chad! Are you looking for the sunroof drain fix? Detroit Tuned has your covered!

From the archives, when we talked to Randy Webb during Woofcast 9 when Todd learned what adiabatic expansion was. By following that link, you will find that episode 9 has been restored! And, as mentioned, you really can't beat watching James May reassemble anything, especially a Honda Monkey .

Starting off reminding you that MotoringFile.com is the only source for MINI Cooper news. If you disagree, or prefer to get MINI news elsewhere, please, let us know. Also, we have all pretty much stopped using X/Twitter and can find us on Threads (and, in my case, Mastodon too! ). Before getting into it, this is your reminder that there was a brand new episode of Black Roof available, 100% free of charge!

Ok, with that out of the way, click over to MotoringFile and start scrolling. I recommend that you start with Gabe's hands-on review of the MINI Cooper Electric , then, check out his take on the Electric Countryman . From there, go where you like to get ALL of the information about these two MINIs. There is a ton, photos, specs, everything to make your MINI nerd heart happy!

And, we promise the next show will be for us OG MINI people to talk about the R cars and cool stuff being done by our man Chad at Detroit Tuned and MINIs on the Mac (Spoiler: they did not break the record). It will be hoot!

We were able to check everything out earlier in the week and it's been difficult not sharing this sooner! While you listen, go ahead and open up to view the pictures and see what we are talking about. It's very cool! We teased this during . Remember, this is always a free download. While you are there, if you want to help keep WRR listener supported, you can do that too! Thank you for your support! Don't forget to get your favorite graphics and badges over at MotoringStripes.com, including the ! #alwaysBeAlly For those of you playing the home game, there are a few updates under the White Roof! First, is back, baby! Fireball Tim and I talking about movie cars, diecast, movies and TV. It's so fun and we hope you'll give us a listen! Also, is making it's triumphant return with updates from our boy Brian, and myself, talking about riding bikes, like we like to do.

Big show for you this week! Lots about electric MINIs, but first, let's begin by providing our thoughts about , and we might not have had anything nice to say about it. It's almost time to remind you about the awesome that was . Then we get right into the electric MINI stuff, starting with Gabe's latest . For those of you that are looking for our pre-show, you can find that, 100% free of charge, at . While you are there, if you would like to support the show, awesome! If not, that is totally ok too! Other links from this episode:

We woke up and realized that it's been quite a while since we last made a show. So, let's get right to it since I'm also terribly late getting this one posted! Kicking things off, a quick reminder is that there is a new episode of available to download. Once we get started, the title of the show pretty much describes what we were seeing at Motoringfile when we recorded. Needless to say, we are talking a lot about electric MINIs this episode. And nerd website stuff. And, Go Motoring (#IYKYK). This is to serve as your reminder that is your best source for MINI news. Gabe is the only one out there, really, that has the inside track. Trust me. Add in the MINI boobs and some chatGPT and we have ourselves a show! Finally, don't forget the OG sponsors of White Roof Radio and Motoringfile: , , and .

We managed to rally together one more time before closing out 2022! A quick not to the affliates, we do go long. We are pretty sure all y'all won't mind. Catching up, (and replaced it with a ). His garage is now home to a BMW X3, which there will be more words about that coming (like, it really should be a wagon). Then, the latest news from MotoringFile, as usual! If you missed Gabe's review of the , go check it out if you want to find out what the next version of the Countryman will be like. We get filled on on life with in Gabe's garage with a horrible name, and , plus some other information you will find to be very interesting. Oh, yea. is totally a thing. For those of you that have missed it, we are still recording . Click through for access to the most recent episodes, all available **FREE OF CHARGE**! Also, as db mentioned, RSS is not dead! You can still follow and subscribe to your favorite sites using any of the latest versions of RSS Readers. Check out (yes, it's back!) for OSX/IOS, Aggregator for Android and Newsflow on Windows! Any of these will let you subscribe and help break you of your social media habit! Links for the podcast players below db sold his MINI: db's new vehicle: Bimmerfile X1 review: Untamed Edition: Product codes: First looks, NexGen MINI: Feather Bowling: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feather_bowling

We still aren't driving very much, but Todd just got back from Philly, Detroit Tuned is still busy, Gabe is still pivoting. Mini (yes, Mini) Heritage Recharged, which is a classic Mini that has been fully converted to electric, to MINIs specifications. ! We also catch up with Gabe and his trip to the UK to attended which is a great story! He even got to meet and check out the MINI Strip Concept! Video: Paul Smith Talks To Us About The MINI Strip Concept - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/10/02/video-paul-smith-talks-to-us-about-the-mini-strip-concept/ Video Review: MINI Recharged – Official Classic Mini Electric Conversion - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/09/27/first-drive-mini-recharged-official-classic-mini-electric-conversion-kit/ The Goodwood Revival – A Time Warp Of Vintage Motorsports Unlike Anything - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/09/23/the-goodwood-revival-the-most-epic-vintage-motorsports-event-in-the-world/

Starting off with our rememberance of Mr. Paddy Hopkirk. He was a great human that we were all lucky enough to meet and interview. We are still looking for the interview we did we him, but fear it might have been lost to the great server outage of aught nine. Gabe catches us up on #mtts2022 and thank you to those of you that asked about Todd and I. We really appreciate that. Then, we have a little something to say about the . Don't forget , the pre show for each episode, available to you 100% free of charge!

That's right. They attached a giant wing to a JCW GP to take it to the 'ring. Plus some #mtts2022 updates and a bit more on supply chain issues. I am still struggling to get caught up and hope to have the site up-to-date this week or early next. For those of you that keep with us, thank you! For those of you wondering where to get Black Roof Radio, you can download it for free at ! If you are still looking for the coolest #mtts2022 decals for your MINI before the big event, make sure to head over to for all of that and more.

I'm joined by Todd & Gabe and we spend dang near the entire episode talking about all the cool stuff that we have seen surrounding this car we all know and love so well. This was fun to record and we hope you enjoy listening! Side note, click over to blackroofradio.com and listen to the latest extra episode, again, free of charge if you so desire. After you listen, you will understand why I'm a little behind in getting the site updates, among other things. I hope to get a bunch of that done early next week!

A whole bunch of new MINI stuff happening, and we've got the latest right here under the White Roof! Click over to with us to play the home game. Start with , move on to see how . Finish up with some Countryman news about , along with a new . Plus, Todd has a scoop on door handles for us, letting us know MINI handles will be flush, like BMWs, very soon! You heard it here first! Are you looking for #mtts2022 badges and decals? You know Todd as you covered! Click over to MotoringStripes () to get the goods! Looking for the next Mod for your MINI, plus anything else you need? Detroit Tuned () has you covered! In case you missed it, Black Roof Radio is now something you can get 100% free of charge! Just click over to to find it. I don't have a feed for it yet, but am working on that. For those that want to us keep us listener supported, you can do that there. Totally not necessary! Links for the players Pricing Updates - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/02/24/mini-usa-2023-pricing-equipment-updates/ Ukraine - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/03/03/russias-invasion-of-ukraine-disrupts-bmw-and-mini-production/ JCW F60 Hybrid Power/range - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/03/04/an-all-new-jcw-countryman-hybrid-is-coming-with-more-power-usable-range/ JCW F60 shifter - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/03/01/2024-mini-countryman-to-feature-radically-new-shifter-center-console/ Black Roof Radio - http://www.blackroofradio.com

Big news this week and we jump right into it! In case you missed it, there are 3 new special editions that MINI announced this week; , and, quite possibly our favorite, . We take as deep a dive as we can on these and our looking forward to seeing this in person soon. Also from the in-case-you-missed-it files, MINI has a . As Gabe said, she has an impressive CV. Click over for the official release. A few other things we mentioned were the , which I think would be rad on the bonnet of the Clubman Untold. There is also the madness that is the , in case you missed that. And, yes, the Hoonigan crew put a into a 3rd Gen Camaro. Welcome to White Roof Radio for 2022. Thanks to you, the fine and good looking White Roof Radio listener, we are now listener supported! Not only that, but everyone can now get . For Free! Follow the link to download the latest episodes. If you would like to help keep us listener supported, you can donate on that site. We appreciate your continued support!

#mtts2022 updates that we all know you guys have been jonesin' for and a lot of talk about community and enthusiasm. If you haven't done a MINI event in a while, you should. It is really coming back in a very big way! We also get an update from Todd about his JCW Countryman. Look around and you can find the photo of Todd's new F60 in the garage with his R59. It's cool! And, yes, White Roof Radio is now listener supported! Not only that, but EVERYONE now has access to Black Roof Radio! All of this happens at buymeacoffee.com. Click over to download the latest episode of Black Roof, 100% free of charge. If you want to help support us, you can do that at the same time, on the same site! Links MTTS2022 updates: https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/01/20/mini-usa-announces-official-route-for-mtts-2022/ Time for BMW to embrace the first gen MINIs: https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/01/17/embrace-mini-r53-generation/ Support White Roof Radio! https://buymeacoffee.com/whiteroofradio

For our final show of 2021, we spend more than a fair share of time talking about the leaked 2024 MINI SE photos and the rest of the time talking about electric cars in general. Plus, a few other stories from (MotoringFile.com)[motoringfile.com]. Oh, and we might have been drinking sometime during or before this episode. We finish off talking about Todd's new MINIs. As mentioned, this is the last episode of 2021. We do have an inteview with Mike Peyton from the LA Auto that Gabe did a few weeks ago that I'm going to be sharing with you, if you promise to use headphones. Also, there is an episode of Black Roof, if you know the secret hand shake. I am working on a better way to get that, coming very soon! All stories we talked about linked up below! The MINI Cooper SE in NYC - https://www.motoringfile.com/2021/12/14/the-mini-cooper-se-in-new-york-gallery/ Interview Luis Parocarpi from Lap Motorsports - https://www.whiteroofradio.com/interview-luis-parocarpi-of-lap-motorsports/ Giant Killer - MINIUSA and MotorTrend The Story of MINI Cooper - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zRajXqeKsc Leaked 2024 MINI SE Photos - https://www.motoringfile.com/2021/12/10/uncovered-all-new-2024-electric-mini-hatch/

Let's start by talking about Bridger's DQ at Thermal. I was there and can verify what the line judge saw. That is not to say that he did not have the quickest run of the day, because he did. Then lets remember The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, as we originally discussed during (yes, it's there). If you are new here, this is a great insight into the history of White Roof Radio. Since the last time we met, it was just Gabe and I at (now with updated audio, as promised!), we spent some time disucssing the cars we drove in more detail. Man, that M5CS was truly an amazing automobile! We also get some time to really talk about the updated MINI Cooper, which I thought was amazing! As mentioned above, the audio for Woofcast 676 has been updated, if you had a hard time listening. Winter tire show is forthcoming and, really, get back in the habit of listening until the end and make sure you are following on Twitter.

You probably already saw that Gabe and I were at BMW MINI Test Fest this week. We recorded some time in some very cool cars, but, most importantly, we got an interview with Mike Peyton and our pal Pat McKenna. I wanted to get this out to you guys quickly. Next show might be delayed because Todd is going to SEMA and you know he is taking his recording gear! Photos can be found and Instagram accounts. And we will be talking JCW and electric MINI when we come back!

So, wrong show number not withstanding, this is Woofcast 675 and we do not mess around, getting right to it. The lack of window controls on the F56 in the center, not needing to double pull door handles and Gabe with his software issues. Oh, and electronic e-brake. Pour one out for the reverse J-Turn. On to a bunch of Ask Chad. Like, mods, mods, MODS! We know we need to come back to this further, and we will. But this was a great place for us to start! Especially remembering about doing a rear sway bar upgrade. Roxy had that and it was an amazing mod #becauseRaceCar. Thank you to everyone for taking the survey! We really appreciate it. It has been closed, but if you are interested in checking out the results, they are still live for a bit longer using the link in the last 2 shows.

Y'all came this close (db pinches fingers) to getting an actual gin show this week. Instead, Gabe was able to join us so we talked about MINI stuff instead! Since Gabe joined us, we allowed him to wax poetic about his 2020 JCW Clubman (spoiler alert: he loves it) and we answer listener email! Oh, and you guys already watched the Goodwood Mini Race already, right? Spoil yourself, put it on the TV. Trust us. And, one more reminder about the survey. It only takes a few minutes and we would really love your feedback. You can click through and check it out at the Survey link below. Survey link: https://forms.gle/V9DgUR5pDsfr9M7F9 Oh yea. Want to save 5% on your next [3][MotoringBadges] order? Use the code **WRR21** [Goodwood Mini Race]:https://www.motoringfile.com/2021/09/22/goodwood-revival-hosts-the-most-insane-classic-mini-race-youll-ever-see/ [Survey Link]:https://forms.gle/V9DgUR5pDsfr9M7F9 [MotoringBadges.com]:http://www.motoringbadges.com

This week, it was decided that we should spend some time talking about the NFL. Oops, I mean the engines that are in the current generation of MINIs. Specifically, the B38 and, the Chevy 350 of BMW engines, the B48, which we discover goes into just about everything. LInks are below. Are you a mechanic? Live in Detroit? Know a mechanic in Detroit? Want to work for one of the most prominent MINI Cooper shops on the planet? Send your CV over to Detroit Tuned (resume@). Chad would love to talk to you, 3,000%. A HUGE thank you to everyone that has filled out the survey so far. We really appreciate you taking the time to provide us your amazing answers. We are still looking at you that haven't filled it out yet. It is pretty short, anonymous and a bunch of the questions aren't even required. If you could, link is below. https://forms.gle/V9DgUR5pDsfr9M7F9 B38: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_B38 B48: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_B48

This week catching up with finally, talk about the and Todd has the scoop on HK availability in upcoming deliveries and an interview with our buddy Pat McKenna! Oh, and Gabe is a jerk (his words!)! 2 things. #1, we want to see your #whiteroofradio! Show us your stickers or show us WRR on your playback device. Take to Twitter or Instagram, tag us and use the #whiteroofradio hashtag! #2, listen to the end of the show. Then, if you have a minute, , we want to hear from you. Good or bad. We want to hear it!

It's good to be back. All MINIs, all the time here this week. I have joined the F56 club, Gabe has added an to his garage, and Todd just ordered 2 JCW MINIs because he says he isn't getting a GP3. We talked about quite a bit this episode, links are below. Don't forget to click over to and check out the products. Cool stuff there for your MINI! Because blank is boring! And you guys keep going to and eventhough we haven't reminded you since last year? , right? Ok, cool. Appreciate you folks sticking around, especially through all of my bullsh*t. We will be getting back to a regular schedule, starting with 2 shows per month. Appreciate your thoughts on any of this, comments are open or you can ping us on or . Please do not message us on Facebook, we aren't monitoring that any longer. If you are following us elsewhere, you can unfollow that page. We won't be sneaking anything there, promise!

Just Chad and I talking about how awesome the R50/R53 was. Gabe joins us for a few minutes to add to it. And Chad gives us some great tips on what we should be doing for care and maintenance of our MINIs since they aren't getting driven as much as before. At least, mine isn't. We talked about a few things, like: Sharing is free! Heading over to our sponsers, however, might cost you a few dollars! , , and .

In this, the show formally known as Woofcast 66six, we meet up on Zoom since that seems to be the cool thing to do. As mentioned, please excuse any quality and delays. And, to go a bit in reverse, please don't forget any of the fine sponsors under the White Roof Radio that have been supporting us and all of our habits since 2006! Now that we have paid the bills, here are a few of the things we talk about. Todd's new basement bar. Check the cover photo! Crazy drivers in and The Amazing move A Taking a classic Thanks for joining us gang. Stay safe and wash your hands!

We interrupt your regularly scheduled MINI Cooper podcast to discuss our favorite snacks. And, yes, You can still get . Plus, paczki's and vodka in Detroit! Hello Fat Tuesday! Getting started, our man Brian Dallas, from got a chance to see the new JCW GP at the auto show, along with the new electric MINI and then we end up down a Car Play/Android Auto rabbit hole and some how end up on wondering why nobody has 'fixed' physics. Lots of reminiscing. Just some old dudes, and Chad, remembering with longing and simpler times, about how things used to be. Who among us really misses the Hostess rack? Come on! I ask Chad a question too; how to reset your service/brake lights on an R56 MINI. Is this something you need to be able to do? Chad has you covered with to walk you through the process! So awesome! DT has a great selection of for your MINI. Check it out, then go . We have all confirmed that we will all be in Las Vegas, at Palace Station, March 27th - March 29th. We do have an you can mark you are interested or going so you won't forget. We hope to see you all there! Be sure to follow @, or on Twitter to stay up-to-date when we get to town! Don't forget your #mtts2020 magnets, grill badges and rally stickers! has you covered and Todd is offering FREE shipping for a limited time! It's a short route so you have plenty of time to get this ordered (even if you aren't going!). Do not wait!

Gabe was able to drive the MINI Cooper SE last week in Miami and we got to talk about it prior to his review going up on Motoringfile. We tried to cover the questions we think you guys would ask, but check the post on Motoringfile if you have any other questions. You can read his full review, complete with some amazing photos, . I wanted to this posted sooner, but we were experiencing some technical issues with the site that required my time to assist in getting sorted out. A few other things I want to remind you about. Todd, Chad and I FOR SURE will be in Las Vegas March 27th - March 29 at Palace Station and we are hoping that maybe you might be able to take some time and come hang out with us. Would be super rad and hope you can make it! I am really excited about the opportunity to make the show listen supported. I think 2020 is our year and it's super simple. If we can get 300 listeners supporting us through our , then it's going to happen! Keep in mind that one of the best perks you get by becoming a patron is you get access to Black Roof Radio, which is our un-edited pre show discussion that is, really, 2 extra episodes every month. All of you that have kids or if you are child adjacent, then you really need to be handing out the out as gifts. From our friends over at . Finally, don't forget about the chat! Click over to and use the code whiteroofradio to join the discussion over there! Free to join and everything. Check it.

First things first; We were serious about a Vegas meetup! Here are the details: White Roof Radio Vegas Meetup (aka AMVIV rememberance Tour 2020) March 27 - 29 Palace Station, Las Vegas, NV There is a and I will be updating that as more details are available. Sales, GP3, SUVs, Car Play, coffee, donuts and more. What else would you expect from our first show back for 2020? We've been away for a bit, so we had a lot to catch up. Oh, and we go a little long, as you would expect. If you have some holiday money burning a hole in your pocket, a good use of those funds would be cool MINI stuff from and . for service if you are 7.5 hours away. Now offering custom tunes too! for your #mtts2020 badges and door magnets! And, we need your help! Make 2020 the year that you share White Roof Radio with anyone! We are @whiteroofradio everywhere, so share away! Finally, wouldn't it be cool if White Roof Radio was listener supported? . If we had 300 listeners supporting us, we would be able to go 100% listener supported. Let's do this!

The Thirty Year Gap We finally manage to get Gabe on again while he was at an event at the BMW Plant in South Carolina (you have probably ). Since we have him, we talk new GP, , including vs. the previous generation GPs vs. JCWs in General. Think of this as a JCW Show. Don't forget #mtts2020 coming Click the link for the dates and mark those calendars! Speaking of calendar marking, in case you didn't hear, the boys and I have decided that it's been far too long since we hung out with you, the fine and good looking White Roof Radio listener, and have also decided to change that. So, on your way to marking the dates for #mtts2020, stop at March 27th - 29th and put that as the WRR Meetup in Las Vegas! Todd, Chad, Brian and I will be hanging out at Palace Station for that weekend and would love to see a bunch of MINIs on the top parking deck and just hang out. We don't have anything planned yet and won't be organizing any group drives, but we will all be there and hope that you will be too!

Woof 661 Thunder Something Todd, Chad and I get together, yet again, to discuss time zone math, Halloween tips and, of course, MINIs! A note to the affiliates, we do run long this week. Make sure to listen to the full show, we are looking for feedback on a potential Las Vegas WRR meetup in 2020. Head into the (use the code whiteroofradio) to chime in. Besides that, we talk about the sans swirls graphics that you probably already saw photos of, and not being able to configure a Cooper Clubman which we covered a few shows back. Finally, click over to to read up on what we have talked about before; auto loan debt. Crazy stuff. From the Department of Shout-outs, did you guys see that our pal from Philly, Susan, has made 200,000 miles on her MINI? Sure, big deal you say? What if I told you her's is a CVT!! Holy cats! Congrats Susan! And, from the sponsors, did you get the at Cravenspeed? It looks pretty rad to me, along with all of their other products that are super rad! And if you are looking for car care products (or anything else for that matter), Outmotoring always has your covered. of awesome stuff to get your MINI winter ready.

Todd Throws a Code For the first time even, Todd threw a code in his JCW. We all grow mullets and dream about El Camino's. Sounds like a normal episode of White Roof Radio to me! Of course we pick a few stories from to discuss, along with a few other things. Cool stuff from our sponsors; and (including the ever!) Meetups? Palm Springs in October? Las Vegas in 2020? Who's in? Let us know by downloading the and get into the chat. Once you get it installed on your mobile device, use the code whiteroofradio (all one word) to get in!

A little reminiscing, a little news and catching up with Chad and the last few events in Michigan, including the last Dream Cruise and MINIs on the Mac! 2 events that everyone needs to add to their 2020 and 2021 calendars! As mentioned, please stop linking up crappy products on Amazon and eBay. Most everything you need for your MINI can be found at and . Anything you buy from them can be installed at and Todd will make it look hot with custom graphics from . You have to listen to the entire show, but we are looking for anyone that would be interested in a Vegas meetup. Comments are open, who's in? And, for you those of you that aren't subscribed to , you missed some really talk about the upcoming GP. Token to be removed later: 6BZ2aCq64lRSjTPnkg3L

A shorter than normal show this week that is also oddly shaped. Trying to get something while the gettin' was good. Todd and Gabe were available for about 45 minutes, so one short show it is! Quite a bit more GP talk, along with questioning the difference in power output for the GP models. Gabe is pro, Todd and I are con. What say you? If you are looking for the random JCW GP video I mentioned, you can find that over at . Quick reminder gang; we know you really enjoy using Facebook. Here's the thing; when you leave those awesome comments over there, it's like talking in an empty room. Nobody sees those comments. Gabe doesn't see them. Todd doesn't see them. I don't see them. MINI and MINIUSA don't see them. If you want your voice to be heard, make sure you are leaving those comments at or

It has been a while since we have made a show, and we haven't made many shows so far for 2019. Listen in; stuff has been going on which has been keeping us from making a show. Todd is going to get a GP, Gabe hates 4 spoke wheels and Chad Likes ham and I have finally figured out how to drive an automatic. I know I said back in , it has taken me this long to figure it out. We discuss the upcoming GP, the new Electric MINI, the current MotoringFile company car, sales and more. Just 4 dudes talking about MINI Cooper stuff, like we like to do. Please remember the fine sponsors under the White Roof! , , and . Todd even has a special discount code for the rest of summer for you guys!

Detroit Tuned is doing video, Gabe posted some stories to that you should read, but we aren't talking about that this week. We start off with shout-outs to our girl Crazy Susan with her crazy odometer readings for a CVT and Xiek, who cracked FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND kilometers on his Canadian MINI! That's more miles than Roxy, for the record! Well done sir! I drive an F56, we compare rattles in our MINIs and Chad is and getting ready to go the dragon. We really think you are going to enjoy this show! If you are going to the Dragon and want Chad and Marzo to do some work on your car, you still have time to book that. Email address is in the show, but make sure you do that ASAP! For those of you that called us out for the poor sound quality in the last episode, thank you! We knew it and posted it anyway. That won't happen again. When you get a minute, check out the fine sponsors under the White Roof; and . They really keep us going and have been a proud supporter of both WRR and MotoringFile since 2005, if not sooner! And don't keep these guys to yourself. Share with your friends, club members, facebook, etc...

A quick note to the affliates; we do go long this week*. Todd wraps a Toyota, Gabe gets us pulled from YouTube and Chad is trying to sell out of purses. It has been a bit since we last did a show, so we had some catching up to do. New JCW Motor, a lot of transmission talk, a lot of talk about electric and some talk about sales. And the future of the internal combustion engine. And, and, and, and. Like I mentioned, it's been a while since we did a show, so we had some catching up to do. This delay has been my fault. I was busy buying and moving into a house. That process has been completed and we will be back on track with 2 shows per month for you guys going forward. Along with that, please watch this space as I have some plans for things that I am going to need your help with. Don't forget the fine sponsors here either. for everything that you need for your MINI and your person that is MINI related. for the coolest, custom created accessories for your MINI, for all of your graphics and, of course, for everything else, including full service repairs and custom tuning for your MINI (and other cars too!). *Listen to the end for bonus out-takes!

Random Logan's Run references notwithstanding, we do talk about MINI stuff for this, our first episode of 2019. Welcome to our 15th year of podcasting excellence! We did discuss a few things or I said I would link a few things, so here they are. If you belong to the club, you have homework. Get logged in and get to it! If you aren't a member of that club, here's the deal; If you want to help support White Roof Radio, this is your way to do that. It's slow going, but we are working toward being completely listener supported (which would be no more ads!). If you think that sounds cool, help us out and in doing so, you get 2 extra episodes every month! UPDATE - If you already downloaded this, it has been removed from your device. You can skip ahead to about the 39 minute mark to pick up where the previous version quit. Sorry for the trouble.

Woofcast 652: I don't know how to drive an Automatic Last show of 2018 has Gabe, Todd and myself talking about Gabe's interview with Pat McKenna, the upcoming 2020 JCW GP, upcoming other JCW models and a ton more! If you haven't listened to the interview with Pat yet, you should and be sure to comment . Remember gang, besides Facebook being evil, if you want those comments and feedback seen by anyone at BMW or MINI, comment at MotoringFile! You still have time left to visit any of the fine sponsors under the White Roof before Christmas! All of them have a special or something, please check them all out! We all hope you have an amazing holiday, no matter which one you celebrate and looking forward to talking to you again in 2019!

For this, our final show of 2018 (unless something cool happens we want to tell you about), we talk about the upcoming GP (you know Todd will get one), snow tires with Gabe, a little MINI history, an update from Gabe on the MF JCW Countryman and a little bit of news. Be sure to stick around to the end for something cool. I can't say anymore than that, but trust us, it's cool! And, this week's show art brought to you by JoAnne. Say hi to Duce! We hope everyone has a great holiday season! We will talk to you again in 2019!

Talking about mods for Hank and weather in Arizona to get us started. Todd tests the MINI Crash Avoidance System which drives us down the nanny feature rabbit hole and some of the best ways to find out how these features work in your car. Oh, and watch how well this driver corrected himself during a crash on the 'Ring . And then we end up down the track day/driving school/top down rabbit hole. Ending with one of my favorite websites that I think you guys will dig; . Be sure to check out this . Oh, and check out the that was at Detroit Tuned last week! This week's featured image comes from the , where Chuck shared this fine photo of his Bitsy Mae on the dragon from earlier this year. Thanks for the photo Chuck! Finally, we are on Jim Petersen tire watch. For those of you that are east of the Rockies, that means almost cold weather tire season. We discuss that a bit plus tips if your TPM sensors have been going off. It is a milestone show, so a quick shout-out to you guys for listening almost to the end of every show and even listen through the ad reads. THAT IS AWESOME! We have the best podcast listeners for all podcasts and really appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you so much for being awesome and holding us to a particular level of awesome as well!

Gabe reminds us how much he hates Apple Car play in this weeks , so we continue talking about Car Play on the positive for you guys here. We think it's been especially better since you can now use Google Maps/Waze with Car Play! Continuing the free form show with actual MINI talk from the latest to the originals. Some good stuff in here for you this week, we think you'll dig it! And, if you are looking for the buyers guide for first generation MINIs, Gabe and I did one for a few years back. We still stand by it. Don't forget to check out the new and Todd has new stuff coming very soon to , so keep an eye out for that. And, finally, don't forget to follow and on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for funny stuff, specials and new product!

Starting off reminding you that we had a really this week, mostly because CHAD IS BACK! Starting off with some Fiat 500 bashing, Todd's F56 is about the same size as the Roadster, Chad couldn't fit an ice chest in the truck of a Jetta and I got new tires. Plus some talk about extended warranties and how much better the F56 is over the R50/53/56. Keep an eye on . Besides the ever growing list of services that Chad and his team does from software updates to tuning and chassis tuning, there is a brand new website coming very soon. Be sure to follow @DetroitTuned on social media for all of the updates!

You're Doing it Wrong Finally joined by Gabe from who catches us up on the JCW Countryman (vs. the X2), the BMW M5 and extols to us the virtues of an F56 Cooper with manual transmission. Plus some discussion about my anxiety with my Roadster. Working up a post for to go into more detail. Stay tuned. A quick technical note: I have spent some time this last week getting the sites cleaned up and running much faster! I'm hoping this helps to cure the errors and crashing we have been experiencing for quite a while. If you see something go amiss, please let us know! @WhiteRoofRadio on , and .

Woofcast 645: Todd was Wrong That's right, 13 years ago White Roof Radio started as just 2 guys talking about MINI Coopers. Many of you were there when we started, and we really appreciate you sticking with us! For this week, Todd talks cracked windscreen, I talk cracked fuel filter housing plus we were impressed with the turn out of #mtts2018. Looks like you all had a great time and we are bummed that we missed it! Hoping to get with Gabe as soon as possible so he can tell us all about the new company; the JCW Countryman. Chad as well for the latest updates from . And I'm also bugging the crap out of Brian to get him back because I think some of you would like to hear from a newly minted Subaru owner. Thanks for sticking around as we enter our 14th year of podcasting under the White Roof! Thank as well to our fine and good looking sponsors and who have been with us almost from the beginning. Make sure to show them some love! And, of course, everything is made so much easier by those of you that are in the club. Thank you all for your continued support!

Todd, Chad and I this week. Talking a little about sales, a little about used vs. new, a little bit about #mtts2018. If you are a , we talked a little more about MTTS this week as well. If you aren't a Patron, click over and join the club! WEST COAST MTTS'ers, look for Colin from KC in a PW JCW with MTTS Graphics. He has the last of the limited edition grill badges! I'm tired of using my images for show notes again! It's your turn, so ping us @whiteroofradio on or and a picture of your MINI could be featured!

Old Guy Ailment Problems In which db & Todd get caught up after more than a month of not making a show. If you want more of the gory details, check out this week's . Once we get passed all of that, we do, of course, talk about MINIs. Check out this weeks show image; leave it to Todd to make a 4 door MINI look amazing! Of course we talk about the , which sold for $US36K. I'll be taking bets on whether or not Gabe keeps the Clubman and adds it to his stable of vehicles. We talk about that because it's a good place to start talking about the new Countryman. And for Todd to rant, briefly, on the CRV. We talk about the price of gas and at Jalopnik about the actual price of fuel over the years. It is definitely worth the read. We are due to get back on the show for his Dragon recap, but he did just install a new Dyno (!) at the shop that you should be driving over to right now to get your MINI tuned and dyno'd! I have heard amazing things about the last Southwest MINIfest, well done ! Next up, #MTTS2018! If you are starting from the Pacific Northwest, you know you are going to be starting off with , right? And you are going to be checking out to get stocked up on personal gear and those DIY repairs items before you go too, right? And a visit over to to get the "official" MTTS decals and magnets for your MINI, right? Right! In case you missed it, I have started doing a Podcast with Fireball Tim again. It's a great show, talking about Hollywood stuff, car stuff, die cast car stuff and some random silliness. You can find it in , with 5 episodes done so far. Would be really cool if you guys were to check it out! If you want to check it out without subscribing, you can listen to it .

Todd, Chad and I talking about MINI Coopers, like we like to do. Talking about the R59 Roadster, #mtts2018 tips and keeping it local, among other things. Plus Chad gives us an update about what is going on with and the upcoming . These are some things you need to be able to click on. and It's a new month, so here is a new reminder. You keep hearing us talk about Black Roof Radio. That is for the club members that have signed up at . This gives you, the fine and good looking WRR audience, to have the opportunity to help support the show. If all of you were to sponsors us for as little as $.50 per show, we could go ad free. If all of you were to sponsor us for $1.00 per show, I could make this my full time job! Which would mean more shows, always on time and under budget, plus more on MotoringFile.com and regular episodes of .

This week, join Todd & I as we talk about hauling things in the roadster, the perils of owning a pickup truck and electric cars. And the fact that it's been a month since our last show. That has been corrected and will be back on track, starting today! We also throw a shout-out to our man Mr. Benham, who is back at MINI of Ontatio! If you are in SoCal, go over and say hi! A couple of stories that hit our radar recently. Jalopnik asks if the Todd was invited to do the in Thermal Did you listen to the end? Did you hear the awesome deal Todd has worked out for you guys at ? Free shipping and discounts too! Listen for those discount codes! Don't forget about the other sponsors under the White Roof either. to let you know what's been going on there and is still the place to go for everything you need or want for your MINI! We are looking for all the feedback this week. You can click back over !

Cheerios in the Cupholder The Ask Chad, kind of, show. Since Hank is in need of a battery, Chad helps us out with all of the information you could need about replacing your battery in a 2nd or 3rd generation MINI Cooper. We get through that and move on to news like BMW getting into the ride share game, talking about city bikes like we do on , which leads us into a discussion about ride sharing vs driving. There will be a post at dbmini this week about bikes and MINIs too. Remember, don't be that guy. The guy that asks about graphics days before the event. Don't be that guy that doesn't know where you send people to get them either! Click that link to check out MotoringStripes to get all your #MTTS2018 graphics and your customer Rally Decals! Do not delay! And you guys have been checking out , and , right? Besides our fine club members, it's our sponsors that keep us running, keep us growing and help to keep us awesome! Check them out, won't you?

Starting off with a reminder: Do as we do, not as Gabe says. And, watch some brake check videos if you are looking for some entertainment. Going old school this week. Just Gabe, Todd and I and of course we start talking about the weather, winter tires and Gabe fawning over the MF Clubman. Otherwise, we talk LCI updates, sales and events coming up this year. - #mtts2018 route details released - This year's West Coast event, happening in San Diego Don't be the guy that doesn't know where to get #mtts2018 graphics. Todd already has you covered over at . Get them now and tell your friends! Then, post a photo and be sure to tag @whiteroofradio and @toddsmods! If I can be honest, I would like nothing more than to make this my full time job. Not just White Roof Radio, but to really grow into a decent podcast network talking about cars, bicycles and a few other things I have up my sleeve. Every bit of support you can continue to provide would be amazing. You can join the club, you can continue to help spread the word about us (don't forget ) and leaving good reviews and comments on our iTunes page. Every little bit helps and I appreciate it more than you can possibly know. Stay tuned for more goodness under the White Roof. Along with Fireball Tim, The Hollywood Car show will be making it's triumphant return early February. Stay tuned!

Last show of 2017! Full crew for you guys this week too. We get Gabe to tell us all about the Countryman PHEV and a few other thoughts comparing it to the (what else) Clubman. We do a Craigslist challenge in which Brian won with an electric Sentra, we laughed alot, told many jokes and Gabe was an astute professional. There is still a little bit of time to get over to one of the fine sponsors under the White Roof! , , and . HURRY! And are you tired of not getting Black Roof Radio? You can join the club ! From the entire WRR Crew, we hope you have a great holiday and new year!

A bit late getting this to you guys, but in this episode we have Todd battling Gabe about electric cars. Then, we move on to becoming the marketing dept. for MINIUSA. A note to the affliates, we do go a bit long this week. Part of our current frustration with the marketing was kicked off with . Want early access to the shows? Want to be part of the Black Roof Radio crew? Click over and sign up! Membership is as much as you want it to be!

Todd, Chad and Gabe tonight. Sure, I'm there too, but here's the thing. Had some technical issues while recording last week where my side did actually get recorded. You probably won't notice too much, but then again, you might. Call it the Mad Libs edition of White Roof Radio. Apologies in advance. It's Christmas time (or your holiday of choice), and you want to make sure to get something cool for that MINI enthusiast in your life! Don't forget the fine sponsors under the White Roof: , , and .

What started as a short show to catch up with Brian about his trip to Germany for a special event held for MINI and BMW Genius', turned into another rousing edition of White Roof Radio! Todd admits that the JCW Clubman isn't as bad as he initially thought, at least on the track, Brian does let us know everything (he could) that he learned from his trip to Munich, and Gabe gets really riled up about Apple Car Play and his un-realistic expectations of it. Todd is off to SEMA next week. If you are in Vegas, there is cool stuff happening just outside sponsored by MINI and BMW that you should check out. If you are going to SEMA, be sure to look for Todd!

Very oddly shaped show for you guys this week. Todd took the helm 100% this week, with Chad and AJ. Skipping news this week, they spent some time talking about driving MINIs, fast, in a controlled environment. AJ was on the west coast at the BMW Driving Center in Palm Springs, Todd did a Miles Ahead event in Kansas City and Chad even took the DT Mule out for some track time. Plus Todd fills us in on why he doesn't really like the Clubman. Your patience lately has been appreciated! We have all been having crazy schedules and whatnot, keeping us for making a show for you on a consistent basis. I am working on getting us back on track and expect that to happen with the next episode! Don't forget about our sponsors when it comes time to spend money on MINI stuff. , and

With the announcement of the MINI Electric concept this week, our Slack channel was blowing up, so we figured we had better get that on wax before we lost it! We talk about the design of the concept and our thoughts about it and electric cars overall. Then, because most of the time we can't help ourselves, we started in on marketing and how we think it's pretty ridiculous lately and not doing much to help sell cars. What do you think? Comments are open! But, seriously, talk about bad photoshop work. Look at the shadows in this week's show image. The light is coming from 3 suns, like we are on Alderon! Speaking of, did you hear about the ? 7500+ pieces and an $800 price tag.

It's that crazy slow time of the year where nothing is really happening anywhere due to back to school. Still, we solidier on and talk about flight delays, throttle response in a Ferrari vs. a MINI, and . We also talk about MINIs and some BMW stuff from too! is pretty sweet! gallery Plus a host of other topics this week. We were a bit all over the place as we like to do sometimes. If you missed it, there was a new episode of Black Roof Radio posted earlier this week. You can join the club and get access to those episodes plus early access to all shows over at the .

FINALLY a new show for you guys! Full crew, almost, an a long show too! Chad updates us about MINIs on the Mack and what's happening at (hint: blue mohawk) before we get into the news. Gabe continues to profess his love for the JCW Clubman, while agreeing that the Countryman is good too. And then well all tell him he is wrong about the new MINI package that is supposed to look like Gulf livery. It just doesn't, but it's good on MINI to give us a car that isn't black, grey, white, gray or black. As of this posting, we have entered our 13th year of podcasting! And, as Todd likes to say, we don't hate each other yet! Thanks to all of you, old timers and n00bs alike, for checking us out, subscribing, sharing it with your friends and leaving us nice reviews on our iTunes page. I couldn't do it without the guys and we wouldn't do it if it wasn't for you guys. THANKS!

JCW Sales are Insane Joined by Mr. Bridger from this week and we starting talking about the new and pretty much go everywhere from there. After losing Gabe, we talk about the mess that is MINIUSA's marketing vs. What The Dealers are doing. And I log into the Owners Lounge. Are you a yet? If not, you missed a Black Roof Radio exclusive from . You will hear about it in about 2-3 weeks otherwise. Membership has it's privledges. And, a HUGE thank you to everyone that is checking out with Brian and I. We are having a great time making that show! It's nice that you agree!

Here we are, back again talking about weather, politics and MINIs. And Apple Stuff (especially on ). And Roadsters. And JCW Clubman. And Hootie and the Blowfish. Just another fantastic episode of White Roof Radio for you guys that we think you will really like! Don't forget the sponsors under the White Roof; our boys over at and will get you taken care of with anything you need for your MINI, Buick or Aston Martin! This week's album art provide by Mr. Uk Phil. He tagged us over at and #boom! If you want to see your MINI as album art, just tag us on Instagram or Twitter, upload to our Facebook page or to the Patreon community and it could happen.

Gabe joins us this week to talk about the new JCW Clubman, which is the MotoringFile company car for the next year. We also discuss the possibility of to head up MINI design. You would think that would be enough, but NO! We talk about the issues that Alex had with his tires, driving an automatic roadster across the desert and the difference graphics make on a MINI. Big show this week that we think you will like. Otherwise we are back from and expect regular service to resume. That means if you want to have an image of your MINI featured as the album art for a show, do an '@' reply to us on Instagram or Twitter (we are @whiteroofradio on both), upload it to the Facebook page or, if you are part of the , you can upload it there too!

Woofcast 621 Gabe is offended, still loves the Clubman and we call him on it and then give him the time to explain himself. I am pretty sure he did a good job of it. Alex had the chance to drive Todd's race car and roadster, plus a bunch of other cars, and I ask the boys to buy a MINI with only $8kUS to spend, which brought us our first mention of the Clubvan for 2017. Sure, we go long this week, but it's a really great show. Oh yea, read about the $50K mini van . AMVIV updates this week too. If you are interested, and you should be, Mike Marzo will be coding MINIs at the event. Get over to the to send him an email to ask questions about what he can do and what it will cost. Trust us, he can do some cool stuff. Also, Todd still has spots for graphic installs, to book your time and discuss options. If you are going, you will also be seeing me, db, emcee the pool party! It's going to be a great time and we hope to see you all there! Don't forget the fine, OG sponsors, here under the White Roof; and (including for all your trailer pulling needs). Also, our new friends over at have extended the discount code until September! Use mini15 at checkout to save 15%. This week's album art comes via , who did an '@' reply to us on Instagram. This could be you too, just do the same thing! Ping @whiteroofradio on Instagram or Twitter, upload it to our Facebook page or the page and you will get picked!

Let's start this episode with some questionably helpful PSAs. Very questionable. Then, it's a few news stories, including the by David Brown Automotive. This link will give you some cool time wasting to be sure. Plus we also take a look at possible on the F56, but we are skeptical. Finally, the lays down some knowledge about MINI values and part prices, plus we pick the MINI we would buy with a limited budget. Don't forget the fine sponsors we have under the white roof, including our newest sponsor; . Check them out to view the best in HID and LED headlight conversion kits and accessories for your MINI and just about every car make! Don't forget, for the rest of April use the code of mini15 at check out to save 15% on your order. Go on over and show them why White Roof Radio has the best listeners, won't you? We did have some issues with Black Roof this week if you are looking for it. It's a nerd thing problem that I couldn't resolve. I'll be getting something up for you as soon as possible! Finally, if you are a Tumblr user, you can now find there!

Lots of things going on this week for you guys! Brian does a deep dive on the Countryman PHEV for us and is on deck to answer any questions you may have, comments are open! For those of you that aren't playing the home game, db bought a new MINI (check out this week's album art). You can read more about it . For those that can't be bother to click over, it's a 2013 MINI Cooper S Roadster. That plus so much more, you should listen. We also have a new sponsor for the month of April that we think you guys will like. Check out to view the best in HID and LED headlight conversion kits and accessories for your MINI! As a bonus for you guys, use the code of mini15 at check out to save 15%. This is only good for the month of April, so get on it! We also have uploaded a fresh episode of Black Roof Radio. It's like a show within the show. The only way to get it is to become a Patron! Click over to to get signed up!

Woofcast 618: Alligator Seawolf In this episode, named after our man Alex based on his name. We spend some time talking about that, of course, along with some other examples of the great, and so not great, work of BSSP. Of course this came up because the marketing shake-up at . Gabe joins us for some real in-depth information that you are sure to enjoy. We did run a bit long this week. Too long to add the interview with Luis Perocarpi, owner of Lap Motorsports. Watch for that early next week to show up in your feed. It was really fun to meet him and talk to him about the races at Daytona, Sebring and the upcoming race at Circuit of the Americas. Plus some cool rally stuff that he is doing this week in a lifted R60 Countryman! I lied about this week's show image. I was going to be a cool shot of a classic Mini with a VTEC engine uploaded to our Patreon Community by Mr. Roberts. Instead, it's the F60 with bicycles on the roof submitted by our man . He uploaded this to our facebook page and now it's the album art for this week's show. Want us to feature a photo of your MINI? All you have to do is upload it to our or do an '@' reply to @whiteroofradio on Twitter or Instagram. You can also upload it to the . It's not a competition gang, I will pick the one I like best and boom! It's time to get restocked on your car cleaning supplies, and our friend Axle Grease Coyote has a full line of available at Outmotoring.com. Perfect for restocking your supplies!

Another great show this week! Alex schools me on French, Brian drives the Countryman PHEV, Todd drives the 4 door Cooper and I put on my tin-foil hat. Pretty sure you guys are going to enjoy this one. Thanks to our many Henry in PA for this week's album cover. Want us to feature your MINI? It's easy! Just do an '@' reply to us on or . You can also upload it to the or, if you are really fancy (and a patron), you can upload to .

Big show for you guys this week. A quick note to the affliates, we do go long. Gabe joins in tonight with myself, Todd and Alex. We cover a ton of stuff including Todd's week with a JCW Convertible, a pretty big shake up at MINIUSA, Gabe's continued love affair with the Clubman, Alex's quick thoughts about the new Ferrari and me still thinking the R56 is pretty fall aparty. All of this and more. Join us! In case you missed it, Be sure to click over to to check out the latest specials. Do not forget to sign up for the email news letter! Be sure to click over to to check out the awesome they have for your MINI and other cars! Are you going to ? Are you wanting Todd to install graphics on your MINI? to get that booked! Thanks to Mark G for sending over that sexy photo for this week's album art. All he did was upload it to our Facebook page and BOOM, it's there. Your MINI can be featured here as well, just '@' reply us at Twitter or Instagram or upload it to our Facebook or Patreon page. It's not a competition, if you upload, there is a great chance it will get used!

I'm Smarter Than The Internet BIG show this week! Brian drove the Countryman, Chad has (click through to vote for you favorite!), Todd is holding down the rebel base in Kansas and Alex was busy explaining how he gets all the female fan mail. All that, and of course, more, in this week's episode! Do you want to get in on the Black Roof Radio? One of the perks of being a patron is you get access to our pre-show banter that can range from Gabe clearing out cuss words to Alex talking about the latest Star Wars movie (and me begging him to not talk about it during the show). That is available to the Patrons of White Roof Radio. You too can be a patron by clicking over to . Speaking of Patron's, our man Rick R shared this sweet photo of his 2013 Coupe, Mongo, there. Do you want us to feature your MINI? That's also easy! Just '@' whiteroofradio on Twitter or Instagram, upload it to our Facebook page or Patreon page and you have a chance. It's not a competition, we are just looking for cool photos for the album art!

We talk Countryman, how the new political landscape could affect the car buying experience, AMVIV and a whole bunch more! Join Todd, Chad and I for a rousing discussion this week, won't you? This week's show image coutesy Paul D. He uploaded this photo of his hot GP2 to our Facebook page. Your MINI can be featured here as well! Just '@' reply us on Twitter or Instagram (it's @whiteroofradio) or upload to our Facebook page! It's not a competition, I'm going to use any that I see.

Woofcast 613: A Big Bag of 6 Podcasters Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, White Roof Radio has kicked off a new year of Podcasting, talking about MINI Coopers like we like to do. Full panel tonight including myself, , , Alex, and . Hitting the high points from Motoringfile.com and talking about the new Countryman, which is live in the configurator and showing up at some dealers this week. As an added bonus, we get to hear what the next MotoringFile Company Car is going to be. As you know, Gabe has been completely smitten by the new and we think you guys will be as excited as we are about what he will be driving next! Finally a note to the affliates, we do go long. New for 2017, we will be sharing black roof radio whenever possible. Since it will be very raw and unedited (and probably not safe for work), we will be limiting it's release only to those that have signed up to support us through . It doesn't take much to clear this pay wall gang, even a quarter a show gets you in!

Full crew for our last show of 2016. Joined tonight by Mr. Bridger from and Brian Dallas from to talk new Countryman, in car tech, sales and a little bit about autonomous cars. Note to the affliates; we do go a bit long this week. Did I say full crew? I meant full crew minus Chad from . He was excused in order to finalize the moving in the new DT shop! Don't forget to stop by and check the place out (and snag a few photos for us while you are there!). As mentioned above, I am giving everyone the rest of the year off! We hope you all have a safe and happy holiday, no matter which one you celebrate! Do keep an eye on the feed next week for a fine selection of holiday music that I hope you all enjoy. See you in 2017! xoxo ~db

Todd's MINI in the shop and his default snow car is a convertible. I'm getting ready to do brakes on my car and deem the R56 to be fairly fall-aparty. The new Detroit Tuned shop is almost ready! And Alex is getting a so he stops getting tickets from the Communist Socialist state of California. Plus a ton of news from , including everyone mostly agree that I am finally right! As well as a shout-out to the boys at for getting to show 100! Congrats fellas! Finishing up with some talk about The Grand Tour, Fords and JCW Clubman. We think you guys are going to enjoy this one!

Woofcast #610: The Knob of Sadness A new show for you guys! Full crew this week catching up with Todd about SEMA and his overall disappoint with the show this year. Probably because it was truck year, go figure. We also talk about the JCW Clubman getting the JCW Sport Exhaust and Todd reminds us how to modify it to be on all the time. Finishing up with some talk about car play and the Chevy Malibu, plus my most . In case you didn't hear about this on , Detroit Tuned is now carrying the Dinan Tuning Kit for the F56! , including detailed installation instructions. Yes, this is a DIY MOD! And don't forget about the fine sponsors of Whiteroofradio and MotorFile, those would be our friends at and . They have everything you need to make your MINI better, faster, stronger, cooler, cleaner, all the things. Don't forget they have been supporting us since we started, which means they have been supporting you too! Just be sure to mention us when you check out and maybe toss in a thank you!

608 Todd, Chad and I making a show for you guys this week. Starting off with over run from our talking about exhaust before getting into news. Sales, as usual. We are confused, as usual. Also, who's in for the electric Hybrid MINI? . is coming soon (the joke that never gets old). Looking for the shot of Todd's MINI with the JCW exhaust? Let us know and I will get it uploaded so you guys can check it out! Also, stick around for Woofcast 609. We've got some great questions in the Ask Chad queue that we are going to clear out! Shout-out to for this week's show art! Want yours to be featured? All you have to do is upload a photo to our page or give us an @ reply on or . Make those high res too. It's not a competition, I pick what I like, and might go way back or grab a new one! Another shout-out to our very fine sponsors: and . Both have hot new sites, both are chock full of amazing products for your MINI. Both work awesome on your phone, so click over any time!

Back on track as promised! We start off by ruining the brand (so offline I can't even share it with you here) and Alex is trying to make MINI great again from San Fransisco. And, no, we won't be starting a political podcast. That's what we get for recording the same nice as the VP debates. Once that is out of the system, we do news from like we like to do. Plus we take a deeper than normal dive into sales. Don't forget to check out the new ! New design, new layout, works awesome on all of your devices and still adding 3,000 new items every month! Also, thanks to Joe in Philly for this week's show image of his first GP! Keep sending those in gang, we will keep using them!

Finally a new show after WRR HQ: Arizona relocation and we are right back to it. News from MotoringFile like we like to do, plus Alex tells us about his adventures driving his F56 JCW vs the 2nd Generation JCW GP. Plus a reminder about cold weather and tires, since it's that time of year. And Todd snorts. And db builds a JCW Clubman. Warning to the affliates; we do go long this week. Congratulations to Steve C for garnering show art for this week! Check out his very fine 2014 Cooper S Roadster with JCW exterior/interior (Red Raven) and 2015 Countryman S (Clifford)! Thank you Steve for sending that in. If you want your MINI to be featured, it's super simple; just upload a photo to our or @ reply on Instagram or .

Alex is back and WRR does it's part to help you out with your citizenship needs. That, plus MINI stuff and news like we like to do. Full notes to follow, there have been some delays due to the relocation of WRR HQ - AZ. Special thanks to Gary for submitting that fantastic art you are seeing! Your MINI can be featured as well, just upload it to our page or @ reply us on or . It's not a competition gang! Send in your photo and it will get featured! | |

We get an update on what ride Chad took to the Woodward Dream Cruise. Really though, the big deal is that Chad actually closed on a brand new building for ! Watch for more details to follow very soon, probabaly on the , so stay tuned! Once we do get started, we direct you to the . TL/DR; Gabe doesn't fancy it, mostly because it looks like everything else on the road. For you Clubman owners, watch for an upcoming very soon. It seems like a minor issue that is hopefully a simple fix. We also have information on updated oil specifications for all MINIs. Finally, some information about MINI Connected. Once done with news, and a reminder to visit to check out the new site, I had the chance to drive a Mazda MX-5 last week and the boys let me talk about it. I have only one word; small. Too bad because it was pretty brilliant otherwise. Still, I'd rather have a MINI Cooper Roadster for many reasons. Listen for those. Thanks to Leopold, aka Philip the VW Tech, for this week's show art! I asked for you guys to upload photos of you MINI to our Facebook page, or to tag us on Instagram or Twitter. If you do that, your MINI will be featured! Don't make me keep using press photos, those are boring. Get to sharing those photos gang! | |

Chad tells us about the hot thing happening last week in Detroit; . Rumor has it there was even many El Camino's spotted. We do news from like we like to do, including some inside information about what Gabe thinks about the X1, especially how it compares to the Clubman. We'll get him back soon to give us more detail. If you missed it, I'm bored of using press photos for show art and we are looking at you, the fine and good looking White Roof Radio listener, to share photos of your baby with us to feature as art for the shows! All you have to do is tag us on or or post it to the and we'll do the rest! Get to tagging and we just might select your MINI to be the featured image. This week's featured MINI is Bruce (shown here in B&W). Finally, make sure to click over to for the full line of Piloti shoes they just added, and to check out the new website! | |

A little sales, a little JCW Clubman and little talk of what we think is the new normal. All that an more! Special treat again, we are joined by Mr. again. A quick heads up in that we do go long this week. Thanks for all the birthday wishes gang! Glad you are still digging the show! We plan to keep doing this as long as you keep listening! Not mentioned in the show, but I want to start featuring your MINI in the show notes. It's really easy to do! Post to our page or tag us on or and watch out for your MINI to maybe be featured art for an upcoming episode.

On this day in 2005, after a couple of weeks of testing, setting up the website, getting art work ready and trying to figure out how to record a show, Todd and I posted the very first episode of White Roof Radio under the white roof! It's been a long and awesome ride and there is no way, NO WAY, that we could have done this without you guys, the White Roof Radio Army! Thanks for listening, sharing, saying hi at events and all the things. Also no way I could have gone this long without Todd, Gabe, Michael Babishkin, Nathaniel Saltzman, Chad Miller or Alex Sitbon. No way. We've come along way and hopefully still have a long way to go. Happy Birthday White Roof Radio!!!!!

The 600th spin around the podcast planet. 11th anniversary coming up August 1st. One might say that we have been doing this for quite a while. And we know that many of you have been with us since the beginning or close enough to call it that, and for that, we thank you! News and opinion this week, like we like to do. We are confused by the sales numbers and we discuss Anders Warming leaving MINI. I think you will enjoy this one.

Recorded as the rest of you were headed to #mtts2016. We talk sales, or lack there of and other news from MotoringFile.com and a few others that we found over the week, including our take on Top Gear. Also, please, for the love of Alex, please do not use expanding foam or caulk to silence the rattles in your MINI. MTTSers, don't forget about as you pass through Michigan this week! Stop by and say hi to Chad and hang out at the shop on your way to St. Ignace! If you are looking for something else to listen, we'd appreciate it if you could check out the latest show under the White Roof; . Talking about bicycles once per week. And beer. Lots of beer. | |

With Todd busy getting ready for MTTS and Chad super busy at , it's just Alex and I this week, which is awesome since Alex just bought a 2016 JCW! Besides hearing all about (and me being disappointed that it doesn't have a white roof), we talk about some of the news from . I also doubt that the US is getting a diesel. Again. If you are going on MTTS, make sure to find our man Todd. He'll have a selection of badges, stickers and magnets for the event in case you did not get yours in time from .