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And, good for your restraint in the chips aisle, dwf137!
it's very tough to do. I allow myself to indulge on a few things like beer, but for snacks only fruits, nuts, pretzels, and the like...
i'm used to eating tons of junk. I've had a crazy metabolism for years. It's slowing down a bit now that I'm hitting my mid 20's soon... I'm not gaining weight by any means, but I don't want to start, because once it's there, it'll be really hard to get rid of...
Will upload the memory stick, and post a photo of us, it was GREAT. Vincent (Proximal) is such a nice guy...gotta find a single female friend for him...LOL. I had the time of my life. It was great to have the fellowship and bond with complete strangers..being in Europe I really missed this about MINI.
There was a window tint guy at the SCMM event, I showed him the MYSTIQUE graphics and rear bonnet stripes (which are actually OEM hood stripes, just stuck to the back). He applied them for me, and with complete interior/exterior detailling, and graphics, it was about $280. Not too bad...
Here's some photos!
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"MYSTIQUE": 08 MCS/Conv/cold/sport/DSC/SS/LiB (black stripes/roof) w matching pacific black and blue interior! Ordered 04/30/08, made WEEK 23: 06/01/08 Picked up: 07/21/08
and here's Proximal and Euseys-- aka Vincent and Rebecca
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"MYSTIQUE": 08 MCS/Conv/cold/sport/DSC/SS/LiB (black stripes/roof) w matching pacific black and blue interior! Ordered 04/30/08, made WEEK 23: 06/01/08 Picked up: 07/21/08
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"MYSTIQUE": 08 MCS/Conv/cold/sport/DSC/SS/LiB (black stripes/roof) w matching pacific black and blue interior! Ordered 04/30/08, made WEEK 23: 06/01/08 Picked up: 07/21/08
The same exact tire that the shop broke the TPMS sensor on, is now flat.
It's weird too. There's nothing in the tire! I think it's a valve stem install issue. It will hold pressure until I hit high speeds... Seems to me like the valve stem isn't installed correctly
Unfortunately, I didn't buy the tires at the shop that installed the tire, and the store manager told me that they won't replace a flat tire that was wasn't purchased at their store, even if it was their faulty work that caused the problem.
just another reason I hate Les Schwab.
Anyway, looks like I'll be using the road side assistance to get my car towed to the mini dealership tomorrow. Thankfully the snow tires I went with are mini-approved, and they have them in stock!
Anyone from week 23 thinking of going to AMVILV-- That stands for "a mini vacation in las vegas" Its in March...Matt would have just arrived, so he might not want to blow the cash to go, with me not working yet...
just putting feelers out. Have fun in Minis on Top if you go, zonedguy
Oh, How cool is this? The licence plate: MYST1Q was avail. in California!!!
So our Mystique will even have mystique style plates ;)
Needed a 1 number for the letter I, but not bad!
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"MYSTIQUE": 08 MCS/Conv/cold/sport/DSC/SS/LiB (black stripes/roof) w matching pacific black and blue interior! Ordered 04/30/08, made WEEK 23: 06/01/08 Picked up: 07/21/08
Just thought I would check in and let everyone know how it's going. I've been reading the thread and I'm amazed it is over 4500 posts! The Clubbie is running great. With winter upon us, I really hate that I can't wash and Hydro the car every weekend. But I do like the Pepper White color more and more since it doesn't look as dirty as it really is.
Aside from a few very, very minor issues (the passenger door scuff plate trim is loose, for example), I am overjoyed with this car. I had my tires rotated at about 8,000 miles. No problems. The only thing that does annoy me is the lack of drip rails on the doors. When it's raining outside and I crack the driver's window, I get a 'face shower' from water coming off the front pillar. It's worse in the winter. I guess that's because the water is freezing cold. But it does keep me wide awake behind the wheel!
We've only had a little snow back here this year, but the MINI did just fine. This was one of my main concerns since I was coming out of a 4WD Durango. I love the auto wipers when it rains. I wish they offered a similar set up for the rear wipers. I am still very torn about getting an interim oil change about now. The on-board computer says not for another 11,000 miles, but I am having a lot of trouble believing I should take that advice!
All in all, I'm lovin' this car!
Rich
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2008 PW/B Clubman S, Black Sports Stripes, Premium/Convenience Pkgs, Interior Chrome, Piano Black/Cream Trimline, Center Armrest, Garmin 760 w/ MINI Logo, FrontGuard Clear Bra, Chrome Bonnet Scoop. Ordered May 26, 2008, Delivered June 20, 2008 (25 days!) Go MINI of Annapolis!
Official Pepper White Clubman Owner's Club, Member #002; Member (Survivor), The Infamous "Week 23 Support Group" Thread!
Oh no! I'm sorry to hear about Maxwell! I'd be angry
Unfortunately I can't get the images to load in either Firefox or IE. Script errors on the page?
I pasted the url into the page. Of course it's working for me.
The anger has passed. My first comment, standing on my front steps, barefoot in my robe was "How in the hell did you manage to t-bone a parked car in the middle of the block!"
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Production Week 23 2008 - Delivery #33 Ordered 3/28, Born 6/11, Arrived FEDORA 6/26, At dealer 7/3, Delivered 7/12
The anger has passed. My first comment, standing on my front steps, barefoot in my robe was "How in the hell did you manage to t-bone a parked car in the middle of the block!"
And rightfully so!! Those photos are nuts. Judging by the gashes on the side of the white car, you weren't the first car they ran into/along that evening. Were they drunk?
Maxwell looks very sad :(
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Oh my goodness! Sooo Sorry! My heart jumped into my throat! Hopefully you will be able to get Maxwell back up and running soon. So so sorry!
__________________ Oliver, MCS, Hardtop, Astro Black, Black checked cloth, dark grey line, piano black, anthracite headliner, MFSW, cold weather package, sport package, Limited Slip Dif. and many accessories to come.... :)
Week 23 2008.....Ordered 5/13...In Production 5/30...Born 6/5...Arrived Asian Chorus 7/3....came home July 17, 2008
...Those photos are nuts. Judging by the gashes on the side of the white car, you weren't the first car they ran into/along that evening. Were they drunk?
Maxwell looks very sad :(
Clipped the Saab behind me - rim bent and rear wheel pushed slightly forward. Took off his rear view.
Was NOT drunk. It would have been easier if he had been. Said that he fell asleep.
Re: Maxwell up and running - Who knows? That broken piece of casting has me concerned. Identifying where it came from is one of my requirements. It could be suspension related, but the drive train took a real shot against the curb. Oh, and it was in reverse, so there was some counter rotation of the engine.
On a positive note - the substructure is tank-like. The doors open and shut like the day it was delivered.
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MC Clubman|SS/SS/Black|Hot Chocolate Lounge Leather|English Oak|Convenience|Cold Weather|15" 5 Star Spooler|MFSW|NAV|PDC
Production Week 23 2008 - Delivery #33 Ordered 3/28, Born 6/11, Arrived FEDORA 6/26, At dealer 7/3, Delivered 7/12
OWG- I'm so sorry!!! That is horrible.
NOT drunk just tired! same a drunk, could have killed someone.
Maxwell, minding his own business and just tucked in for the night! that is horrible. Glad you no one was hurt?!
Please let us know how Maxwell is doing and keep us informed.
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2008 MCSa Cabrio, Sparkling Silver/Black-Sidewalk Pkg., English Panther Black Leather, Cold Weather Pkg., Cockpit Chrono Pkg. Rear Fog. Chrome interior, and now stripes!
Re: Maxwell up and running - Who knows? That broken piece of casting has me concerned. Identifying where it came from is one of my requirements. It could be suspension related, but the drive train took a real shot against the curb. Oh, and it was in reverse, so there was some counter rotation of the engine.
My exact thoughts when I saw the pictures and your careful photography related to that casting. I'd be scoping out what your local dealer(s) have on the lot
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On a positive note - the substructure is tank-like. The doors open and shut like the day it was delivered.
Glad to know that! Sad you had to figure it out for us!
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holy crap, how fast was he going!?!?
well, im glad that you guys weren't in Maxwell at the time. But yeah, he's looking pretty down in those photos.
I think i'd check the front suspension first for that piece... assuming it came off maxwell.
I'm not gaining weight by any means, but I don't want to start, because once it's there, it'll be really hard to get rid of...
Yuko Inane Week 23 Member
