"Those waiting for a 2014" Support Group
5th Gear
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From: Clifton, Virginia
You know you're there when you finally insert your MINI's picture in your NAM signature. Looks good, Kenny.
Here's a picture on MOP's facebook of my delivery!
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=1&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=1&theater
4th Gear
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Big Rock, IL
You're probably thinking of the Countryman which is assembled in Austria.
Last edited by KennyR; Sep 12, 2013 at 06:33 PM. Reason: typo
2nd Gear
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From: Connecticut
Tracking a new '14 MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4, R60
Third MINI - a '05 Cooper S R53 and a '13 Justa MINI R56
All dates are DD/MM/YY
Ordered: 16/08/13 (MINI of Bedford - dealer of choice)
Production started: 22/08/13 (6 days from order, amazingly quick)
Paint Shop: 29/08/13
Production completion: 31/08/13 (9 days in production, expected)
Rail shipped, Graz to Bremerhaven: 02/09/13
At Bremerhaven Port: 04/09/13 (2 days on train, normal)
TURANDOT docked in Bremerhaven on 10/09/13 @ 17:35 EDST
TURANDOT departed Bremerhaven on 11/09/13 @ 17:15 EDST
Manifested on TURANDOT: 11/09/13. Appeared on WW website: 12/09/13
There are 1,462 vehicles on this boat from Bremerhaven. Most of them are BMWs.
I did not count the MINIs, just know that mine is among them.
Ship Departure Date Destination Vessel Callsign Voyage
BREMERHAVEN 11/09/13 NEW YORK, NY TURANDOT 9V9825 CA337-TUR
Sched stop ZEEBRUGGE 13/09/13 -14/09/13
Sched stop SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/13 - 15/09/13
Sched arrival NEW YORK, NY 25/09/13
Helpful tracking information:
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/ (big picture)
Bremerhaven, Germany Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...3.5750&zoom=14
N 53 34.560' E 8 33.162'
Southhampton, UK Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...0.8863&zoom=14
N 50 53.180' W 1 23.848'
Bayonne, NJ Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...0.6968&zoom=14
N 40 41.811' W 74 8.622'
Links and coordinates should put you right to the dock where your vessel loads. Rom
Third MINI - a '05 Cooper S R53 and a '13 Justa MINI R56
All dates are DD/MM/YY
Ordered: 16/08/13 (MINI of Bedford - dealer of choice)
Production started: 22/08/13 (6 days from order, amazingly quick)
Paint Shop: 29/08/13
Production completion: 31/08/13 (9 days in production, expected)
Rail shipped, Graz to Bremerhaven: 02/09/13
At Bremerhaven Port: 04/09/13 (2 days on train, normal)
TURANDOT docked in Bremerhaven on 10/09/13 @ 17:35 EDST
TURANDOT departed Bremerhaven on 11/09/13 @ 17:15 EDST
Manifested on TURANDOT: 11/09/13. Appeared on WW website: 12/09/13
There are 1,462 vehicles on this boat from Bremerhaven. Most of them are BMWs.
I did not count the MINIs, just know that mine is among them.
Ship Departure Date Destination Vessel Callsign Voyage
BREMERHAVEN 11/09/13 NEW YORK, NY TURANDOT 9V9825 CA337-TUR
Sched stop ZEEBRUGGE 13/09/13 -14/09/13
Sched stop SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/13 - 15/09/13
Sched arrival NEW YORK, NY 25/09/13
Helpful tracking information:
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/ (big picture)
Bremerhaven, Germany Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...3.5750&zoom=14
N 53 34.560' E 8 33.162'
Southhampton, UK Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...0.8863&zoom=14
N 50 53.180' W 1 23.848'
Bayonne, NJ Port/MINI dock (zoom in-out as you wish)
http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/def...0.6968&zoom=14
N 40 41.811' W 74 8.622'
Links and coordinates should put you right to the dock where your vessel loads. Rom
Dave
2nd Gear
Joined: Oct 2012
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From: VT - USA
The Countryman and Paceman are the only MINIs for the USA made in Graz. That would include all specs, including the JCW. Frank
2nd Gear
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From: VT - USA
Dave, BigMINI would be overjoyed to share his cabin with Penny on the good ship Turandot. Frank
2nd Gear
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 110
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From: Claremore OK
MINI "EL Coupe' es" Is released to the Carrier
My MINI is complete and released to the Carrier. One day earlier than predicted. "Will wonders ever cease?" 
T Dave ... our MINI's have the same Birthday
...Friday 13th 2013.....
I may have to change his name to "EL Coupe' de Freddy Krueger" ( No I don't thin so Lucy
)
T Dave ... our MINI's have the same Birthday
...Friday 13th 2013.....
I may have to change his name to "EL Coupe' de Freddy Krueger" ( No I don't thin so Lucy
)
2nd Gear
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 137
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From: Connecticut
My MINI is complete and released to the Carrier. One day earlier than predicted. "Will wonders ever cease?"
T Dave ... our MINI's have the same Birthday
...Friday 13th 2013.....
I may have to change his name to "EL Coupe' de Freddy Krueger" ( No I don't thin so Lucy)
T Dave ... our MINI's have the same Birthday
...Friday 13th 2013.....
I may have to change his name to "EL Coupe' de Freddy Krueger" ( No I don't thin so Lucy
)Congratulations. After stiing on the dock for a few days just confirmed this morning I have passage (on the cargo manifest) on the Turnadot departing on Sunday with delivery in NYC on the 25th. Only a few more weeks now......
2nd Gear
Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Claremore OK
Which ship I do not know!
I see the Tombarra is along side the MINI dock today, I have not located the Turandot. (I will check for that) My Mini is scheduled for Brunswick GA VDC.
I guess it is possible the Turandot could make both US ports. ( Located it as of this post at the dock in ZEEBRUGGE)
I look forward to pictures when your ride arrives.
Last edited by Grumpy_i_m; Sep 13, 2013 at 10:34 AM. Reason: spelling Turandot
2nd Gear
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 60
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From: VT - USA
Thanks!!
I see the Tombarra is along side the MINI dock today, I have not located the Turandot. (I will check for that) My Mini is scheduled for Brunswick GA VDC.
I guess it is possible the Turandot could make both US ports. ( Located it as of this post at the dock in ZEEBRUGGE)
I look forward to pictures when your ride arrives.
I see the Tombarra is along side the MINI dock today, I have not located the Turandot. (I will check for that) My Mini is scheduled for Brunswick GA VDC.
I guess it is possible the Turandot could make both US ports. ( Located it as of this post at the dock in ZEEBRUGGE)
I look forward to pictures when your ride arrives.
2nd Gear
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 110
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From: Claremore OK
Update "El Coupe' es" Is booked on the Turandot
Thanks!!
I see the Tombarra is along side the MINI dock today, I have not located the Turandot. (I will check for that) My Mini is scheduled for Brunswick GA VDC.
I guess it is possible the Turandot could make both US ports. ( Located it as of this post at the dock in ZEEBRUGGE)
I look forward to pictures when your ride arrives.
I see the Tombarra is along side the MINI dock today, I have not located the Turandot. (I will check for that) My Mini is scheduled for Brunswick GA VDC.
I guess it is possible the Turandot could make both US ports. ( Located it as of this post at the dock in ZEEBRUGGE)
I look forward to pictures when your ride arrives.
Leaves Southampton, Sun. 15th
Thank you VTMini
arrives NY... (NJ) Sept 25, departs 26th for Brunswick Ga (My Stop)
arrives Brunswick Ga Sept 30.
departs for Charleston SC same day.
Progress is being made.
Last edited by Grumpy_i_m; Sep 13, 2013 at 11:24 AM. Reason: Thanks to VTMini
2nd Gear
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From: Connecticut
5th Gear
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From: Clifton, Virginia
Okay, Grumpy,
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
2nd Gear
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 60
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From: VT - USA
Okay, Grumpy,
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
The Turandot is a WW ship. Don't know anything about K-Line. Both my MINIs came on WW. Frank
4th Gear
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 519
Likes: 13
From: Charlottesville, VA
I am in need of help! 
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
5th Gear
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 910
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From: Clifton, Virginia
I am in need of help!
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
2nd Gear
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 60
Likes: 0
From: VT - USA
I am in need of help!
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
I am impatiently waiting for my red on white 2014 JCW Countryman to arrive. Am I the only one that keeps purchasing stuff for my new Countryman while it is still on the ship in the middle of the Atlantic fearing the Hurricane Gabrielle may delay its arrival. Do I have a problem? Coworkers tell me…”it’s just a car.”
So far I ordered Mini mats, stubby antennae, roof rails, hats, shirts, bags, another set of 17 inch wheels and tires for winter--to keep the 19s in good shape,wheel locks, new LED fog lights from the UK (by the way I just got my $15 US customs bill on that), Mini dog collars and Mini dog bed, Mini dog Frisbee (yes I have two dogs) and a red tow hook (just in case I take it to the track).
It is shame my BMW M Coupe accessories sitting in the garage do not fit the Mini!
SKU RBP512 from Outmotoring.com because I also have a dog. I ordered my R56 with the rear bumper protector but it's not an R60 option. I have the part and the quality looks first class. Now all I need is the Countryman to put it on. That should happen around October 1st. I have much of the other MINI dog paraphernalia from before. Frank
4th Gear
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 519
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From: Charlottesville, VA
Funny you mentioned the Bristish bulldog. Well the one in the US only comes with a red shirt but when I visited the Mini factory in Oxford, I noticed they sell them with a black shirt? So many decisions!
2nd Gear
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 110
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From: Claremore OK
Okay, Grumpy,
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
I'm late to the party today. Congratulations on getting a ship! Is the Turandot a WW or K-line ship? Mine was released to the carrier today too. I think mine will go on a WW ship because they dock at Baltimore. At least that's what the NAM instructions indicate at "First Gear". Assuming this is the case, I'm guessing I may hitch a ride on one of the following:
SOUTHAMPTON 15/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 25/09/2013 TONSBERG CF336-TOB 10
SOUTHAMPTON 18/09/2013 BALTIMORE, MD 28/09/2013 INDEPENDENCE II CB324-INC 10
IF it's the "Tonsberg" or "Independence", my Roadster may arrive in Baltimore on September 25th or 28th. However, I'm really not sure what I'm doing. Do both shipping lines transport from Southampton to Baltimore or, as the NAM instructions say, only WW goes to Baltimore?
What do you think? Grumpy? Anybody?
T Dave
I looked at the independence II and Tonsberg and got the same dates you did. "It looks like they both go to Baltimore???"
You can try entering the VIN number in the 'ID' box on the WW link posted below. If you are in the WW system it will list the ship and schedule.
Tracking website: https://att.2wglobal.com/gstattweb/. The page will allow you to enter your VIN in the Cargo ID field. If your MINI has been booked aboard a ship, your VIN will bring up a “Cargo Status History” and present you with a wide set of information related to your MINI’s cruise. You will find the status of your MINI as it progressed through the four stages of shipment – Booking, Reception at Terminal, Loaded on Vessel, and Discharged – at the bottom of the page.
I hope this helps.
Last edited by Grumpy_i_m; Sep 13, 2013 at 02:17 PM. Reason: spelling