Week 38 Support Group
2nd Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Williamsburg, VA
DooBahDoo -
I placed my order on Tues (9/9). On Saturday (9/13), I called my MA for a production number and was told that I was already in Code 151, with a completion date of 9/17. Today, I was told by ASK-MINI that assembly was complete and I was in QC. Assuming that I went into production on Friday and that QC will only take a day, it seems that 6-7 days for a build is right.
I wouldn't be surprised if your build is completed before the end of this week. I hope mine (and all other 38s) didn't cause any undue slowdowns on the line. We all want smooth, efficient and perfect assembly this week. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
I placed my order on Tues (9/9). On Saturday (9/13), I called my MA for a production number and was told that I was already in Code 151, with a completion date of 9/17. Today, I was told by ASK-MINI that assembly was complete and I was in QC. Assuming that I went into production on Friday and that QC will only take a day, it seems that 6-7 days for a build is right.
I wouldn't be surprised if your build is completed before the end of this week. I hope mine (and all other 38s) didn't cause any undue slowdowns on the line. We all want smooth, efficient and perfect assembly this week. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
6th Gear
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 1,403
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From: Brentwood, TN
Thanks for the info and the well-wishes. I'm hoping we all have a successful build week and safe shipping accross the pond.
The guy I talked to on the crackline yesterday said there were system update issues and they were getting conflicting information for people so there must be something going on. I was originally told week 36 but then found out that all '09 builds defaulted to week 36 but then were getting pushed out based on order date, dealer allotment etc. All I know is it's already been a long three plus weeks but I know the wait will be worth it. It's hard not to want to hit the crackline every day though!
The guy I talked to on the crackline yesterday said there were system update issues and they were getting conflicting information for people so there must be something going on. I was originally told week 36 but then found out that all '09 builds defaulted to week 36 but then were getting pushed out based on order date, dealer allotment etc. All I know is it's already been a long three plus weeks but I know the wait will be worth it. It's hard not to want to hit the crackline every day though!
4th Gear
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 499
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DooBahDoo -
I placed my order on Tues (9/9). On Saturday (9/13), I called my MA for a production number and was told that I was already in Code 151, with a completion date of 9/17. Today, I was told by ASK-MINI that assembly was complete and I was in QC. Assuming that I went into production on Friday and that QC will only take a day, it seems that 6-7 days for a build is right.
I wouldn't be surprised if your build is completed before the end of this week. I hope mine (and all other 38s) didn't cause any undue slowdowns on the line. We all want smooth, efficient and perfect assembly this week. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
I placed my order on Tues (9/9). On Saturday (9/13), I called my MA for a production number and was told that I was already in Code 151, with a completion date of 9/17. Today, I was told by ASK-MINI that assembly was complete and I was in QC. Assuming that I went into production on Friday and that QC will only take a day, it seems that 6-7 days for a build is right.
I wouldn't be surprised if your build is completed before the end of this week. I hope mine (and all other 38s) didn't cause any undue slowdowns on the line. We all want smooth, efficient and perfect assembly this week. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
2nd Gear
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 106
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From: Parker, CO
In the body shop today. Doesn't look like mine will be done until Monday.
If I'm lucky I'll make the Medea on the 22nd. If not then it's the Isolde on the 29th. The Isolde has one more stop so there will be a 10 day lag over the Medea. <sigh>
If I'm lucky I'll make the Medea on the 22nd. If not then it's the Isolde on the 29th. The Isolde has one more stop so there will be a 10 day lag over the Medea. <sigh>
6th Gear
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Brentwood, TN
Ben, You're officially my newest hero. I can't wait until I can type those words. I hope you have the same luck with shipping and delivery! Please don't forget about those of us who are left behind...obsessing...and trying not to hit the crackpipe...
4th Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 346
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From: New Mexico
Detailed Tracking Instructions
OK folks, I know I've posted this before... but please read this thread about how to track your mini. It will give you the meaning of the codes, the port (where there *may* be a webcam, ho hum), how to read which ship you're on, how to follow the ship via google as we sail across the pond, which port you'll come into, how we'll go thru customs and all the other details we need, so obsessively, to know!
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=144057
Enjoy
Vivi
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=144057
Enjoy
Vivi
2nd Gear
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 122
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From: Mission, KS
Some of the week 37 folks are still waiting to be put on a ship. This makes me nervous that I won't get on one of the boats this weekend. I wonder if the delay has to do with being on the west coast?
3rd Gear
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 258
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From: T-Town, AL
Checked the automated CRACKPIPE this morning and our Clubman has been released to the "carrier" for transport to the port! (The owner's lounge still has it listed as scheduled for production, how lame.)
2nd Gear
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 74
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From: Williamsburg, VA
Hey uggbird and gaffer - Congrats.
I got the same msg this morning. Guess QC went smoothly yesterday. If I'm reading the WW site correctly, it looks like we have 3 chances to hop aboard a carrier to get across the pond quickly.
Don Quijote departs 9/19, arrives Charleston 10/2,
Patriot departs 9/20, arrives Charleston 10/4,
and Undine departs 9/23, arriving Charleston 10/7.
Any one of these might have us motoring before Columbus Day (unless the bonnet stripes slow you down a bit at the VDC). Let's hope a bunch more 38ers can join us for the trip.
Chuck
I got the same msg this morning. Guess QC went smoothly yesterday. If I'm reading the WW site correctly, it looks like we have 3 chances to hop aboard a carrier to get across the pond quickly.
Don Quijote departs 9/19, arrives Charleston 10/2,
Patriot departs 9/20, arrives Charleston 10/4,
and Undine departs 9/23, arriving Charleston 10/7.
Any one of these might have us motoring before Columbus Day (unless the bonnet stripes slow you down a bit at the VDC). Let's hope a bunch more 38ers can join us for the trip.
Chuck