Drove in to work this morning in the new MCS – interesting to note differences with my previous MC.
I *love* the way the engine revs itself momentarily to 2000+ rpm when I start it; sounds like it is saying “lets go”! Do all MCS do this?
I found the ride LESS harsh than my old MC! Both have 16″ runflats, but the new MCS seemed to handle the gentler bumps and mini potholes better than I expected. Big potholes are still awful and skip the CD, but so far the ride seems a little more comfortable (maybe it is the leather seats?)
I also found much more low end torque – I noticed that I was not shifting out of fourth when driving through town, even when taking a turn, and the engine was not struggling. Pleasingly better!
Still unsure about the HK.
I had aftermarket rear speakers in my MC and they gave a really full sound to the car – I am sure if I had changed the front speakers too, I would think that HK was significantly worse.
As it is, the HK sounds very good through the front speakers, but the rears are almost as empty as the stock – there is no high end to the rear speakers, so you cannot really surround yourself in music.
However, the HK does seem to open the sound field, and the “DRIVER” mode might help with filling the car but I am not yet used to it.
The Lapis interior and anthracite look much better than my old MC – but I have *GOT* to get rid of that airbag sticker!
M&I / GBMINI 