All aboard INDEPENDENCE II - 3/23/08
4th Gear
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From: Columbia, SC
Took deliver of my Clubman last night. I hated to trade in my 2006 Pepper White MINI, but absolutely love the Clubman. The ride is smooth, the features are extraordinary and the clutch appears to be improved.
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
Anyway, enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!
2nd Gear
Joined: Nov 2007
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Took deliver of my Clubman last night. I hated to trade in my 2006 Pepper White MINI, but absolutely love the Clubman. The ride is smooth, the features are extraordinary and the clutch appears to be improved.
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
To help us out, how about some pictures of your new ride?
3rd Gear
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: King George, Virginia
Took deliver of my Clubman last night. I hated to trade in my 2006 Pepper White MINI, but absolutely love the Clubman. The ride is smooth, the features are extraordinary and the clutch appears to be improved.
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
Only thing I don't really care for is the bar that's used to move the front seats - why can't they install electronic controls for the seats?
My MA indicated that all new Clubman orders are backlogged 4-6 MONTHS! Glad we got ours now!
I pick mine up tomorrow morning. MA said anytime after 10:00, I said, "see you at 10:01"
pics tomorrow
3rd Gear
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: King George, Virginia
mine got off in NY
picked it up today, well worth the wait. hang in there guys
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&postcount=318
picked it up today, well worth the wait. hang in there guys
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&postcount=318
4th Gear
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Columbia, SC
mine got off in NY
picked it up today, well worth the wait. hang in there guys
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&postcount=318
picked it up today, well worth the wait. hang in there guys
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&postcount=318
I'm starting to really get anxious now. Hoping by the end of the week now!
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Vancouver, WA
Carolina here's hoping it's a FAST week for you!! 
I was able to visit Molly yesterday and take pics, but can't figure out how do upload them to my gallery or into a post. 
Will work on it later today.
I was able to visit Molly yesterday and take pics, but can't figure out how do upload them to my gallery or into a post. Will work on it later today.
4th Gear
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From: Columbia, SC
Know what you mean about pics. My phone is supposed to take pics, play music and other files through Windows Media, but I can't get pics to download!
Music function works well, tho ... Pls, pls. let me know when you have some pics.E-mailing my MA tonight to give her my finance person's phone #, etc. (hint, hint)!
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4th Gear
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From: Columbia, SC
2nd Gear
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I'm not sure that the OL is very accurate or consistent. And, as it suggests, the dealer may know more - - maybe call your MA?
4th Gear
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From: Columbia, SC
Yeah, I thought about that, too, and e-mailed my MA. She replied that my car is still on its way to the Greer VDC?
Will be at least a couple of days after that before they get it in Charlotte ... Beginning to sound like it might be next week ...
Will be at least a couple of days after that before they get it in Charlotte ... Beginning to sound like it might be next week ...
6th Gear
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From: Vancouver, WA
Ooh, ooh, ooh! What was she like? When can you take her home? Last post I saw, maybe this Friday?
Know what you mean about pics. My phone is supposed to take pics, play music and other files through Windows Media, but I can't get pics to download!Music function works well, tho ... Pls, pls. let me know when you have some pics.
E-mailing my MA tonight to give her my finance person's phone #, etc. (hint, hint)!
Know what you mean about pics. My phone is supposed to take pics, play music and other files through Windows Media, but I can't get pics to download!
Music function works well, tho ... Pls, pls. let me know when you have some pics.E-mailing my MA tonight to give her my finance person's phone #, etc. (hint, hint)!
Molly is SOOOOOO CUTE!!!
Update on Delivery...It looks like a definate Saturday Delivery. Weather up here in the PNW is NOT ideal Brand New MINI Delivery Weather. I was trying to get a Thursday Delivery since it is supposed to be in the Low 60's. The Dealer cannot get the ClearBra done in time, so we will be taking Delivery in the Mid-40's. UUUUGGGGHHHH!!!!
I still haven't been able to work on getting pics. uploaded, but if you want to PM me with your e-mail address I would be HAPPY to send some.
2nd Gear
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What's the latest on yours?
4th Gear
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From: Columbia, SC
Nada. Last time I checked with my MA (yest.), her info showed it hasn't arrived at the VDC, yet. Don't get that one, but hey, what can you do?
I'll be checking in as soon as I hear something. Otherwise, by baby is MIA ...
I'll be checking in as soon as I hear something. Otherwise, by baby is MIA ...
2nd Gear
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Unfortunately, I'm not sure what more you can do, except continue to check. Is there something like a MINI All Points Bulletin that can be put out? By the way, you seem to be taking it awfully well (or at least restraining yourself in your postings more than most of us could). It does seem really odd that it wouldn't at least be at the VDC by now; it can't be all that far from the port.
Keep us posted (no pun intended). We want to see the mystery solved and your MINI delivered!
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From: Columbia, SC
Yikes. Unfortunately, I'm not sure what more you can do, except continue to check. Is there something like a MINI All Points Bulletin that can be put out?
By the way, you seem to be taking it awfully well (or at least restraining yourself in your postings more than most of us could). It does seem really odd that it wouldn't at least be at the VDC by now; it can't be all that far from the port.
Keep us posted (no pun intended). We want to see the mystery solved and your MINI delivered!
Unfortunately, I'm not sure what more you can do, except continue to check. Is there something like a MINI All Points Bulletin that can be put out? By the way, you seem to be taking it awfully well (or at least restraining yourself in your postings more than most of us could). It does seem really odd that it wouldn't at least be at the VDC by now; it can't be all that far from the port.
Keep us posted (no pun intended). We want to see the mystery solved and your MINI delivered!
... A month to build ... A week to the VDC (a 3 1/2 hour drive. I would have volunteered to do that myself) ... I'm getting used to it. Bad thing is it gives me more time to think of stuff to buy for it, instead of saving my money for the payments!
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Maybe I should name it "Waldo" after all this ... A month to build ... A week to the VDC (a 3 1/2 hour drive. I would have volunteered to do that myself) ... I'm getting used to it.
Bad thing is it gives me more time to think of stuff to buy for it, instead of saving my money for the payments!
... A month to build ... A week to the VDC (a 3 1/2 hour drive. I would have volunteered to do that myself) ... I'm getting used to it. Bad thing is it gives me more time to think of stuff to buy for it, instead of saving my money for the payments!
It's bound to turn up soon.
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My dealer called this morning to tell me that my MINI had arrived. They'll be done prepping it tomorrow, but I can't get there until Saturday, so Saturday it is.
It's a little hard to believe that this process is nearly over.
It's a little hard to believe that this process is nearly over.
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From: Columbia, SC
Vinnie, That's great! I hope you'll send some pics, of course. I'll need another MINI fix by then. Be sure and take some interior ones, too, and one with the white turn signal on. Your baby looks like it's pretty loaded, and should be gorgeous!
That should take care of everyone in week 12 support group ... except, maybe Gemscoop. I'll check over there and see how he's doing.
I think they've revamped the "Stealth Package" to "Lost Package," after that TV show. I've left another message for my dealer. 8 weeks today ... 56 days. The full gestation period for puppies, I think.
I hope you'll send some pics, of course. I'll need another MINI fix by then. Be sure and take some interior ones, too, and one with the white turn signal on. Your baby looks like it's pretty loaded, and should be gorgeous! That should take care of everyone in week 12 support group ... except, maybe Gemscoop. I'll check over there and see how he's doing.
I think they've revamped the "Stealth Package" to "Lost Package," after that TV show. I've left another message for my dealer. 8 weeks today ... 56 days. The full gestation period for puppies, I think.
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Vinnie, That's great! I hope you'll send some pics, of course. I'll need another MINI fix by then. Be sure and take some interior ones, too, and one with the white turn signal on. Your baby looks like it's pretty loaded, and should be gorgeous!
That should take care of everyone in week 12 support group ... except, maybe Gemscoop. I'll check over there and see how he's doing.
I think they've revamped the "Stealth Package" to "Lost Package," after that TV show. I've left another message for my dealer. 8 weeks today ... 56 days. The full gestation period for puppies, I think.
I hope you'll send some pics, of course. I'll need another MINI fix by then. Be sure and take some interior ones, too, and one with the white turn signal on. Your baby looks like it's pretty loaded, and should be gorgeous! That should take care of everyone in week 12 support group ... except, maybe Gemscoop. I'll check over there and see how he's doing.
I think they've revamped the "Stealth Package" to "Lost Package," after that TV show. I've left another message for my dealer. 8 weeks today ... 56 days. The full gestation period for puppies, I think.
Now about that lost MINI....
1st Gear
Joined: Apr 2008
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Guys,
I just found this thread. My PS/B mini was on the Independence also. Yeah, OL says mine is still En Route. My MA said today, that it's still at the port waiting on the train to go to the VDC.
Of course, none of that sounds right after reading this thread.
I guess I didn't realize that I was getting the Stealth/Lost Package also. I thought I ordered the Convenience Package!
I figured I would have a little extra wait, My MA said they would install the Sport Stripes at the VDC.
I just found this thread. My PS/B mini was on the Independence also. Yeah, OL says mine is still En Route. My MA said today, that it's still at the port waiting on the train to go to the VDC.
Of course, none of that sounds right after reading this thread.
I guess I didn't realize that I was getting the Stealth/Lost Package also. I thought I ordered the Convenience Package!
I figured I would have a little extra wait, My MA said they would install the Sport Stripes at the VDC.
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2nd Gear
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Guys,
I just found this thread. My PS/B mini was on the Independence also. Yeah, OL says mine is still En Route. My MA said today, that it's still at the port waiting on the train to go to the VDC.
Of course, none of that sounds right after reading this thread.
I guess I didn't realize that I was getting the Stealth/Lost Package also. I thought I ordered the Convenience Package!
I figured I would have a little extra wait, My MA said they would install the Sport Stripes at the VDC.
"Phineas Gauge"
PS/B MCS, manual, premium, convenience, piano black int, anthracite, 17" crown spokes
I just found this thread. My PS/B mini was on the Independence also. Yeah, OL says mine is still En Route. My MA said today, that it's still at the port waiting on the train to go to the VDC.
Of course, none of that sounds right after reading this thread.
I guess I didn't realize that I was getting the Stealth/Lost Package also. I thought I ordered the Convenience Package!
I figured I would have a little extra wait, My MA said they would install the Sport Stripes at the VDC.
"Phineas Gauge"
PS/B MCS, manual, premium, convenience, piano black int, anthracite, 17" crown spokes
OL really never kept up with mine, and for a while my MA was about a day or two off, too. Best of luck for a quick delivery.