Week 32 Support Group
3rd Gear
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From: San Mateo, CA
[quote=gbsim;2445014]How many days is it from now til docking for all of the West Coas t†Mini's that are still partying on the boat?
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Maersk Wind is supposed to arrive at Port Hueneme (Oxnard, CA) on Sept 7, I think [knock on wood]. Add a week or so at the VDC, plus transport, dealer prep, etc. and we are looking at mid to late Sept for us west coasters to start motoring. This is, of course, not accounting any effect from Gustav.
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Maersk Wind is supposed to arrive at Port Hueneme (Oxnard, CA) on Sept 7, I think [knock on wood]. Add a week or so at the VDC, plus transport, dealer prep, etc. and we are looking at mid to late Sept for us west coasters to start motoring. This is, of course, not accounting any effect from Gustav.
4th Gear
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From: SW FL
Congrats Tu13es!!! I am sure it's AWESOME!!
I was hoping that my MA would have called today to firm delivery up.. but no. I WILL call him in tomorrow afternoon if I don't hear from him in the morning!
I need to clean out my 4Runner - so that when we go to pick my MINI up - it will be ready for hubby to trade!!
Hopefully - they have something on the lot that will appeal to him (he is not as picky as I am) 
I was hoping that my MA would have called today to firm delivery up.. but no. I WILL call him in tomorrow afternoon if I don't hear from him in the morning!
I need to clean out my 4Runner - so that when we go to pick my MINI up - it will be ready for hubby to trade!!
Hopefully - they have something on the lot that will appeal to him (he is not as picky as I am)
2nd Gear
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Dealership is Mini of Murray, just south of Salt Lake City, affectionately known as MOM
I believe even Colorado Minis debark at Port Hueneme
GO MAERSK WIND GO
NO GUSTAV NO
5th Gear
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From: NH
Whew, just read the manual (well, the good parts) and spent a while getting all my settings the way I want.
On my trips to and from the car I've found myself just staring at it. Hah. It's still surprisingly small. And I absolutely *love* the laser blue. So happy with that color choice.
Sorry no pics yet, no time (I won't settle for hasty pics of an undetailed car :P ). I'll be running around all weekend so will probably spend Tuesday evening detailing and pic-taking.
Looking forward to the commute tomorrow.
On my trips to and from the car I've found myself just staring at it. Hah. It's still surprisingly small. And I absolutely *love* the laser blue. So happy with that color choice.
Sorry no pics yet, no time (I won't settle for hasty pics of an undetailed car :P ). I'll be running around all weekend so will probably spend Tuesday evening detailing and pic-taking.
Looking forward to the commute tomorrow.
2nd Gear
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Ah Ha, new position on the Maersk Wind
N 22°54', W 086°36'
That puts her approximately 120 miles from the Yucatan Channel.
Renewed hope for the West Coasters, should clear Gustav, but it was close.
Tu13es, jealous I am . . . maybe I'll break out the .pdf Owners manual this pm and have it go. . . . can't wait for the pics!
N 22°54', W 086°36'
That puts her approximately 120 miles from the Yucatan Channel.
Renewed hope for the West Coasters, should clear Gustav, but it was close.
Tu13es, jealous I am . . . maybe I'll break out the .pdf Owners manual this pm and have it go. . . . can't wait for the pics!
6th Gear
Joined: May 2008
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From: Houston
Ah Ha, new position on the Maersk Wind
N 22°54', W 086°36'
That puts her approximately 120 miles from the Yucatan Channel.
Renewed hope for the West Coasters, should clear Gustav, but it was close.
Tu13es, jealous I am . . . maybe I'll break out the .pdf Owners manual this pm and have it go. . . . can't wait for the pics!
N 22°54', W 086°36'
That puts her approximately 120 miles from the Yucatan Channel.
Renewed hope for the West Coasters, should clear Gustav, but it was close.
Tu13es, jealous I am . . . maybe I'll break out the .pdf Owners manual this pm and have it go. . . . can't wait for the pics!
Beat me to it, that's what I get for taking my wife out to dinner! 
Looks like Maersk Wind will have no problem with the storm!
2nd Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Omaha, NE
Looks like it was a busy day in Week 32 land. People driving their new baby while others continue the boat and train watch. We are getting closer. I am excited to see the group wants to continue this thread. What a great resource why would we just use it for tracking vehicles. There are so many other topics to share and discuss (free pics, first 1200 miles, first pet peeves, etc.) Let's keep it going. Week 23 look out
3rd Gear
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From: Port Hudson, LA
Shame on all of you driving around and not sending pictures to the rest of us! 
We don't care about detailed or waxed for the first pictures!! The only excuse for no pictures is thunderstorms.....
'08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S etc etc
We don't care about detailed or waxed for the first pictures!! The only excuse for no pictures is thunderstorms.....
'08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S etc etc
2nd Gear
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From: Omaha, NE
3rd Gear
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From: Port Hudson, LA
Thinking of the reasons why they aren't posting pictures Mrwickham.....
maybe they just have ugly cars and don't want any of us to see them? 
08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S etc etc.... and I can't take pictures because I don't have him yet
maybe they just have ugly cars and don't want any of us to see them?
08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S etc etc.... and I can't take pictures because I don't have him yet
3rd Gear
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From: SouthCoast, Massachusetts
I'll get you some pics soon... I was all prepared yesterday, but then that fiasco with the plates happened. Today, I didn't have my digital camera with me.
A couple of unexpected things:
-All of the storage nets that came standard.
-The mood lighting.
-ASC traction control (I had no idea this was standard).
-Parking lights in place of the front fogs (I didn't order either front or rear fogs, and was expecting blacked-out circles where the fogs would be. There are lights there, but they are simply parking lights and look very nice).
A couple of unexpected things:
-All of the storage nets that came standard.
-The mood lighting.
-ASC traction control (I had no idea this was standard).
-Parking lights in place of the front fogs (I didn't order either front or rear fogs, and was expecting blacked-out circles where the fogs would be. There are lights there, but they are simply parking lights and look very nice).
3rd Gear
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From: Playa Vista, CA
[quote=kechman8;2445276]
Sept 7 is the day. Same day as Mac World.. im waiting for the new release of MacBook Pro.
How many days is it from now til docking for all of the West Coas t†Mini's that are still partying on the boat?
quote]
Maersk Wind is supposed to arrive at Port Hueneme (Oxnard, CA) on Sept 7, I think [knock on wood]. Add a week or so at the VDC, plus transport, dealer prep, etc. and we are looking at mid to late Sept for us west coasters to start motoring. This is, of course, not accounting any effect from Gustav.
quote]
Maersk Wind is supposed to arrive at Port Hueneme (Oxnard, CA) on Sept 7, I think [knock on wood]. Add a week or so at the VDC, plus transport, dealer prep, etc. and we are looking at mid to late Sept for us west coasters to start motoring. This is, of course, not accounting any effect from Gustav.
Sept 7 is the day. Same day as Mac World.. im waiting for the new release of MacBook Pro.
5th Gear
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From: NH
A couple of unexpected things:
-All of the storage nets that came standard.
-Parking lights in place of the front fogs (I didn't order either front or rear fogs, and was expecting blacked-out circles where the fogs would be. There are lights there, but they are simply parking lights and look very nice).
-All of the storage nets that came standard.
-Parking lights in place of the front fogs (I didn't order either front or rear fogs, and was expecting blacked-out circles where the fogs would be. There are lights there, but they are simply parking lights and look very nice).
Also got a full tank of gas. Yay!
6th Gear
Joined: May 2008
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From: Houston
Maersk Wind:
Last reported at 2008-Aug-29 06:00 UTC. Time now 2008-Aug-29 10:56 UTC.
Position N 21°24', W 086°00'.
She is past the channel! (5 hours ago)
Last reported at 2008-Aug-29 06:00 UTC. Time now 2008-Aug-29 10:56 UTC.
Position N 21°24', W 086°00'.
She is past the channel!
(5 hours ago)
6th Gear
Joined: May 2008
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From: Houston
Looks like it was a busy day in Week 32 land. People driving their new baby while others continue the boat and train watch. We are getting closer. I am excited to see the group wants to continue this thread. What a great resource why would we just use it for tracking vehicles. There are so many other topics to share and discuss (free pics, first 1200 miles, first pet peeves, etc.) Let's keep it going. Week 23 look out
6th Gear
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From: Houston
1st Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: CT
I'm taking Luigi on a (MINI) road trip to PA today... about 250 miles to my new apartment. Can't wait! Once I get there I will hook up the camera and post pictures ASAP!
I agree, Calamante... I wasn't expecting the netting or mood lighting either! I can't decide on which color I like best. Now only if it went to green to go with the exterior color! Right now I'm loving the blue.
I agree, Calamante... I wasn't expecting the netting or mood lighting either! I can't decide on which color I like best. Now only if it went to green to go with the exterior color! Right now I'm loving the blue.
6th Gear
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From: Houston
Maersk Wind:
Last reported at 2008-Aug-29 12:00 UTC. Time now 2008-Aug-29 12:40 UTC.
Position N 19°48', W 085°18'.
Looking good!!!
Last reported at 2008-Aug-29 12:00 UTC. Time now 2008-Aug-29 12:40 UTC.
Position N 19°48', W 085°18'.
Looking good!!!
4th Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: SW FL
Looks like it was a busy day in Week 32 land. People driving their new baby while others continue the boat and train watch. We are getting closer. I am excited to see the group wants to continue this thread. What a great resource why would we just use it for tracking vehicles. There are so many other topics to share and discuss (free pics, first 1200 miles, first pet peeves, etc.) Let's keep it going. Week 23 look out
Lot s of stuff to keep on sharing!!I better start charging my camera!! I sure am hoping that to take pictures and possession of my baby SOON!! *hopefully * (fingers crossed) tomorrow, but if not Sunday. Caught my husband reading my Mini brochures and accessory catalog.... think he is realizing I mean it
- I am NOT SHARING!!! Congrats Calmante!!
