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Old 09-16-2008, 12:27 PM
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One thing that drives you nuts about your MINI!

Mine is when i get out sometimes my pants leg slides over the seat adjustment on my way out of the car:(
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 12:39 PM
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Key Fob , don't like push button start .

Need to insert Keyfob push in clutch push button to start , make sure in neutral.

Give me a key any day .
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 12:40 PM
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I'll be the first to say it - That I don't have it yet
 
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Originally Posted by Hubs
Key Fob , don't like push button start .

Need to insert Keyfob push in clutch push button to start , make sure in neutral.

Give me a key any day .
I love the button
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Hubs
Key Fob , don't like push button start .

Need to insert Keyfob push in clutch push button to start , make sure in neutral.

Give me a key any day .
Difference with key:
Need to insert Key push in clutch turn key to start , make sure in neutral.

And the added burden is?

Not so sure that being in neutral matters if you have disengaged the clutch, but its a wash.
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 12:58 PM
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No one touch up for windows...no one touch open/close for sunroof...even VW had all these like 7 years ago when the previous generation Golf was released...
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 01:03 PM
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MP3 navigation drives me CRAZY!!!! I really hope they update the software with some easier navigation controls, perhaps letters to jump through the alphabet or SOMETHING!!! ugh!
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 01:15 PM
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One thing that dives me nuts about my mini:

It won't be ready for delivery until november!
(can't wait)
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 01:23 PM
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The driver's side door will not stay open. The slightest movement while you're getting out and the door clamps shut like a bear trap.
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 01:27 PM
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Trying to figure out the windshield wipers WITHOUT ready the manual...IMPOSSIBLE!!!! Other than that...NOTHING else.
 
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I hate how the exhaust pipes sticks out an inch from the bumper. I already got a deep burn from it. MINI ruined my leg modeling career! Good thing I can still do hand modeling.
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 02:09 PM
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The fact that MINI so limits their distribution of dealerships that I have to drive an hour and a half to get to the closest one. If they need to limit their points of sale, at least have regular BMW dealerships honor the maintenance plan. Then I'd only have to drive 40 minutes to get to one!
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 02:27 PM
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the seatbelt always gets stuck between the door and the seat when i'm trying to put it on. i usually try to put it on before closing the door, but forget most times.
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Gluhwein
The fact that MINI so limits their distribution of dealerships that I have to drive an hour and a half to get to the closest one. If they need to limit their points of sale, at least have regular BMW dealerships honor the maintenance plan. Then I'd only have to drive 40 minutes to get to one!
LOL i feel your pain I have a 1.5 hour drive also :(
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by gkp
The driver's side door will not stay open. The slightest movement while you're getting out and the door clamps shut like a bear trap.
+1
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 03:19 PM
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My MINI is at home in the garage and I's stuck down here on Hilton Head Island suffering on the beach.........
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by manish
the seatbelt always gets stuck between the door and the seat when i'm trying to put it on. i usually try to put it on before closing the door, but forget most times.
Adjust the belt properly and you'll never have that problem again. When you are bucked up slide the plastic thingy that is on the belt all the way to the buckle. When you get out of the car your buckle will fit into the piller out of the way.
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 03:50 PM
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The wait to get it?
 
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MINI & Wife Drives Me Crazy!

She wants a Red Cabrio! Thanks MINI!
 
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Yeah, the seatbelt thing kinda pisses me off sometimes but if it's put in it's proper resting spot then it's fine and ready for the next time.

Also, we have the iPod hook up and every time I go to use the stereo to change songs it resets back to the first song on the iPod. It's kinda annoying.
 
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Originally Posted by Hubs
Need to insert Keyfob push in clutch push button to start , make sure in neutral.
You have the premium package... you have comfort access==> no need to insert the key fob.

EDIT: Oops, that comes with the convenience package, sorry. I love the button: step on the clutch, push the button.

I just wish I could start the car without getting in. Handy when loading the little one in the back seat or the wife gets in while I'm at the boot and it's hot.
 

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another thing I lose my keys, always leaving them on the seat...
or pockets
 
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Old 09-16-2008, 04:50 PM
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Birds always seem to know when I've just washed it!
 
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I got nothing...my MINI works great. It's the owner that seems to need some adjustment, but I'm not holding my breath on that happening any time soon.
 
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The seatbelt sensor on pass seat gets set off by everything.
When taking sharp turns oil indicator comes on.
Seatbelt badly placed.
Car door closes on my leg.
Branded 2 legs tailgating at met games.
Cant see stop lights when 2 close.
Leatherette seat fn hot.
1 touch windows.
Sunroof problem.
Headlights look out of wack on ground at night.
Crappy windshielwipers.
AC not cold enough.
Cupholder death grip.
Floormat gets in pedals way.
Boot handle funky.
This car is still the best car ive owned and u wouldnt want to hear my complaints of my other cars.
 


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