I have loved the Mini, had a Cooper S and two JCW's, my thoughts are, the S 1 is a more refined car, all good quality stuff and quicker than the JCW, but I don't beleive it handles as well as the JCW at speed and sharp bends. I do not like the look of the new JCW which is why I bought the Audi. It was between the Golf R and the S1 and I must say I preferred the Audi. Have only had the Audi a few weeks so not really in a very good position to compare but so far so good. The price also had something to do with my choice, both on par with more for your money with the Audi.
I'm not very IT minded and tried to download pics but without sucess, will keep trying James. Do you still drive the S5, now that is quick !!!