I thought I was going to be part of week 10 group but just got off the phone with askmini and she said it's scheduled for week eleven! ordered 19 Feb.

Guess these clubmans are just too popular...

 

I was told week 10 but I ordered 2/24. Won't be too upset if I'm week 11.

 

Don't feel badly. I ordered 2/22, and I am scheduled for week 12. Maybe will shave a little time since I'm on the east coast.

On order: OB/W MC, premium package, fog lights.

 

So, I called Mini to ask a couple questions and was told my production started today...I ordered 2/25

 

Just found out mine started today, ordered 19 feb - guess it depends on what time of day, S or non-S, etc... sigh.

 

Ordered 2/25, production started 3/3.

 

Sweet! I just called and was told my Mini started production today! I wish it was possible to get an inside peek into their production schedule, because from the outside it seems really haphazard. I mean, some ordered mid-late February and are in the same week as myself which I ordered just this past Saturday. Seems like there is at least a 10-15 day window...

 

I just ordered mine on Monday (3/3) and I called today and they said it started production today!!!!! I'm really excited and I feel really lucky!!!

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08 MCS CR/B, bonnet stripes, premium package, cold weather package, convenience package, anthracite, piano black interior surface, black leather

 

I guess I fall into Week 11. I originally thought I was in week 12, but I will take whatever I can get. Ordered on 2/26, production started 3/5. I have read that cars are being built for all dealerships. They have an alloted amount and they are scheduled for certain dates. If your dealership is slated for a shipment on a certain date all they have to do is plug in your configuration and yours will be one in the batch of other cars for that dealer. Your order, as well as others plus the remaining for dealer sales. However this system work, I am still drawing more impatient for my Hot Chocalate bundle of joy!
Keep the faith . . . . Motor on (speaking in future tense)

 

Well this is my second MINI, first time was back in 03 for a Cooper S and I can tell you it does NOT get easier the second time!!! Ordered on 3/1 and should be completed on the 3/11. Can't wait, been several years without a mini, which is several years too long!

So out of everyone here what is the percentage of east coast vs west coast in terms of vehicle destination centers? I am in chicago so east coast for me... who else am I sharing a boat ride across with?

 

West Coast...Studio City

 

I am unsure if this is still the case or not, but back in 2003 there were times that the boat carrying the cars over would have to make a 'stop' along the way. Which could be maddening if it was, say, going down to south carolina first then coming back up to drop off your mini... Anyone been following the flow of boats over know if the WW is still making detours?

 

I'd jump for joy if it had to stop in SC first - I'm south of Atlanta.
I try to look at the wait time optimistically - it gives me time to gather accessories and shop for bling for it.
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East Coast...DC Metro area. I think that puts me going through New Jersey.

Is anybody's MINI showing up in the Owner's Lounge as Scheduled for Production yet? Mine is still On Order, but I talked to 866-ASK-MINI and they said its in production. (I've heard it takes a couple of days for the website to update...)

 

My new one, in production for 3 days now, still shows up just as "On Order."

 

I show in production and VIN#. Production Started 3/3... O/L Changed 3/4

 

I went through the same thing ASK-MINI stated scheduled for production but web site showed on order, for me there was almost a three day lag on the website before it updated...

 

Good to know it's not just me!!!!

When I called ASK-MINI today, and mine is scheduled to be completed 3/11. Has anyone looked into shipping schedules yet?

 

I had a one day lag between 1-866-ASK-MINI and the Owner's Lounge. Since I'm in Colorado I'm not sure which coast I would qualify for...

 

Colorado should be Left Coast...Just guessing.

We're not quite O/C yet, but we will get there! Check out Week 10, there's some serious hand holding there.....I'm sure we will reach that point too.

 

It just takes one fool with a misguided sense of humor to post something along the lines of "... OMG the boat flipped over..." to cause untold confusion and panic

 

The OL now shows me as "Scheduled for Production" and I have a VIN. Yay!!!

I saw three MINIs today while I was driving...really made me jealous!

 

Hello everyone! I ordered my car on 3/1 and today received notification that it's scheduled for completion on 3/14. I'm very excited!

I thought it would be amusing if it actually was started on the 4th as that was my birthday but I'm happy for any day in March for it to start.

So hello to all!

 

thulewx thanks for the link...ordering Molly one!!!

 

Talked to AskMini today - baby is in the paint shop today