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Old May 29, 2022 | 01:26 PM
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Greetings from beautiful Washington State!

I placed a factory order on a 2023 JCW Clubman two days ago. This will be my first Mini ever!

What I ordered:
  1. Iconic trim
  2. White Silver with Red roof and stripes
  3. Black 18" wheels --the 19" machined wheels are not offered any longer
  4. Chesterfield leather in Malt brown with alloy accents
  5. Roof rails
Restrictions:
  • My first color choice was Pepper White, but Mini is not allowing the red stripes on that color for some reason.
  • I test drove a 2022 with the 19" wheels on runflats; found the ride harsh. I wanted the adaptive suspension but Mini is not offering it right now due to ongoing shortages. I am hoping that the 18" wheels with a set of Michelin Pilots will ride more smoothly.
  • Vehicles are currently being built without security alarm.
  • The heated steering wheel was also restricted but it appears to have been reinstated on 2023 models.
Anything I should be looking for over the next several months?

This is a rendering of what I ordered. Dealer says it will be 6-9 months for delivery.


 

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