Can't comment on the performance of the Minisport callipers, but the minispares calipers are a definite improvement over Cooper S calipers. Before it's mentioned thats with both green and black stuff pads, thought about a kevlar set pads. But for the price of 2 or 3 sets you can buy alloy 4 pots, which seemed a no-brainer to me. I've got the parts to convert to vented disc's aswell but not fitted 'em yet, only the calipers with the standard 'S disc's and standard pads.
good info - thanks