Grats you!! Sorry it didn't get there before the weekend. Try and get some sleeps tonight.

Lyf

 

The hood scoop is still covered by the white transport vinyl wrap to prevent shipping damage...you can see it if you look closely.

 

Ah, yes I see it's got that plastic on the hood but no I can't make out enough detail to see the scoop. I'm sure it's hiding under but I can't see it.

 

FYI. The mini-configurator has been updated. A little better I think. Your mouse scroll wheel actually works now.

 

I assume it has a scoop. The entire bonnet is still covered with white wrap from the factory to protect the car during shipping. The car has yet to be prepped. It's sitting in the back lot behind the service building.

 

Very nice!

 

Yes, they seem very laid back and trusting people at that dealership.. They just had me write down my credit card info on a piece of paper and told me that they MIGHT charge me a couple of hundred dollars for the security deposit and so far, after 3 weeks they haven't charge my card yet.. I got my production number for the new order and it's in "on order" status since placing the 2nd order this past Friday..

 

Looking good TD I suggest a couple single malts this evening to help you get to sleep. Otherwise you will be clock watching all night.

Hope you have good weather for top down driving all week Look forward to more pictures when you take a break

 

Congrats happy you are getting exactly what you want!!

 

Thank you!
Now I'm even more excited!!

 

Already had tequila shots with Mexican stew tonight. Thunderstorms expected on delivery day, but clear weather until we leave for Florida on Saturday. At least I'll get a few nice days with the Roadster.

 

Congrats Tampa Dave!!!! John Bull is a real looker even with the wrap

Take lots of pics tomorrow, and be sure to enjoy the moment you and John Bull officially meet!

 

Unfortunately in MO, we have to have front license plates. But I'm ordering one of the holders that will screw into the tow-hook mounting point... just because the state insists on silly redundancies doesn't mean that I have to permanently mar my vehicle to meet the requirement.

Anyway, it's going to be all I can do to not pester my MA every day until the beast arrives. I'm mildly envious that you get to drive John Bull for the entire week... but that's just how things work, especially given how I do project work in far-flung places.

 

The WW site finally updated. My MINI is on the AIDA, which is due in NJ on 10/18. So, another 20 days or so...

 

<giggle> Uh... hmmm... let's just say I used to spend a LOT of time on NAM! And I'm not even one of the old-timers... Made some really good friends here~ there's a lot of good information, but more importantly (IMHO) is that there are a lot of really good people here- I've enjoyed getting to know the MINI Community (aka the MINIverse or MINIacs- depending), and am active in my local club. In fact, we had a meet yesterday ~

Congrats to everyone who's got their new MINI... Keep the faith (or padded cell) to everyone who's waiting. Seems mine is at the VDC with an expected delivery date of tomorrow (my MA's day off).

 

I just started looking at the no drill ones, and already warned my MA not to drill. I hate that MO has a front plate.

 

To All 2014 model buyers:

There is a NAM thread pertaining to insulation under the bonnet. My '14 Roadster S was delivered without any insulation at all. Apparently, the turbo heat has caused issues with warping the scoop, etc. I'm not a technical or mechanical kind of guy. The NAM thread I'm referring to has pictures and part numbers detailing the items.

Did any of you have the insulation already installed on delivery? Is this an option? I know there's a general thread about the insulation itself, but I'm trying to determine what '14 model owners received in their MINI's at delivery.

Thanks,

Dave

 

Anyone else here on the Aida? Looks like it's pulling into port in Belgium. (Belgium?! What the heck is in Belgium for them to pick up?)

 

My mini is still en route to the port of exit.

 

WAFFLES ! DUH

 

T Dave :
Can't help you, as my Coupe is still en route to the dealer.

I saw that thread also and was lead to believe that the bonnet insulation was standard equipment to prevent the scoop warping on the "s" versions.

 

I couldn't find in the previous posts quickly my fellow Colorado folks but our Julius that was on the Toronto will be at Mini of Loveland in CO on Sunday the 10th.

Apparently it was delayed getting off the ship?? Not sure if delayed step one trickles down to delayed steps further down stream.

 

Undoubtedly .... waffles.

 

The last guy to report summed up the thread by saying people were buying them on their own, though apparently a few got MINI to install them. Apparently the parts are only about $85 and 10 minutes installation time. Sounds okay, but I'll probably try to twist their arms anyway.

 

Guys, my MA is telling me that they can't order All Season tires with my JCW exterior package (Challenge spoke wheels) becausw their system is not allowing them even though the Mini builder site gives you the option for All Season tires. Has anyone have this issue?? Can't they just swap the tires ones it comes into the dealership??