to say about Long Beach? Also when I see the MSRP, other than tax and license, does that include EVERYthing or is there going to be hidden installation charges?

If Anyone Anywhere knows of a red&white Cooper with sunroof & nav system, please let me know. This ordering process sounds like a nightmare. MINI of South Bay told me I had to order an 05, is that true now?

 

Haven't personally dealt with Long Beach, but heard good things. Ordering process shouldn't be a nightmare, that is unless you can't decide what features to get or not to get. Build the MINI the way you want it, then print out the sheet and fax it to the dealer to make it easier. If I remember correctly, there will be a fee for tire disposal.

 

Its not a nightmare, just get a copy of your contract with the specs, terms and final price signed off on. That way there are no hidden fees - worked for me.

 

GREAT color choice!

the only thing that should be a nightmare will be the regret after ordering that you didnt get what you wanted. Think long and hard about Xenons, a rear fog, H/K system, a Sunroof, MFSW, fog lamps, Leather seating, Sport seats, or any other options you may have been thinking about, but not considering ordering!

 

RP, who told u that? We ordered last wk from SB Mini and are getting a 2006 MCS, as have many people before us. Talk to the SM Jennifer Osbourn she will set everything straight.

BTW, If you go thru LB Mini it wont be for at least 8 mnths.

 

I would like an 05 cause it's cheaper.

 

05 and 06 coopers are the same price, 05 and 06 MCS's are different prices.

you said cooper, so i assume you are buying a Cooper, not an S.

 

Definitely get the sport seats, they are really worth the extra money over the standard Cooper seats, unless you're a very wide person!

 

i actually prefer the standard seats i have over the sport seats! saved me money and they are more comfortable. (Plus, you dont see standard seats every day!)

 

I'm pretty wide and I like the sport seats.

 

so I want the most comfortable seats and ride possible. I bet my new buddy (which one of the three fellows are you?) has a stick shift and is much racier than I am. BTW does anyone know where you cn get a blue tooth installed for less than $800 - LB told me I had to have it installed by a dealer or the warranty wouldn't be any good.

Whatz the main dif between the sports & standard seats. Is there anything you all wish you hadn't gotten or wish you had?

Thanks!