Finally got confirmation that my '06 will begin build in Sept. (not Nov.) and I could see the car early Nov. Agonized over going MCS but then drove identical '05s with manual trannies back to back, & I like the Cooper's acceleration just fine for my needs. Specs: Pepper White w Black Roof/mirrors;Cordoba Beige leather sport seats; Anthracite dash & headliner, ChromePak interior; HK; Xenons; Already bought 16 in. Vspokes still in the box for 205/50/16 rubber. If anyone wants to buy a set of new 15in holeys & tires as they come off the car, just shoot me a PM. :smile: