Now that my account has been validated, I want to say hi to everyone. I've been "lurking" here for the past few weeks, learning as much as I can about the MINI ever since one of my coworkers let me drive his MCS. Well, I visited Classic MINI a couple days ago and decided to order my Cooper S yesterday. Delivery is estimated to be about the second week of May, and I'm sure that this is going to be a tough wait. I guess the good part of that is that I should be getting my MINI right around my birthday, plus I have a little while to second-guess the options that I picked. Here's what I got:

• MCS in BRG, white roof & bonnet stripes, chrome line exterior
• Sport Pkg (S-lites w/ performance tires)
• Cold Weather Pkg
• Convenience Pkg
• Rear fog lamp
• Black leatherette, anthracite dash & headliner, chrome line interior
• on-board computer, multi-function steering wheel

I've been going back and forth on the automatic climate control and the H/K sound system. I'll probably go listen to both stereos this weekend and try to make up my mind for sure.

I'm sure that I'll be hanging around here, asking a bunch of questions both before and after I get my MINI. Actually, I'll ask one now: What are the "must-have" accessories? I'm planning to get the parcel shelf that goes under the steering wheel, but what other cool things should I get?

 

Welcome to NAM! And congrats on graduating from lurker to poster!

 

You won't regret the HK upgrade. Just make sure it is adjusted properly or you won't be impressed at all. The instructions that come with the system are extremely vague. I had to find out how to tweak the unit in this forum. I can't remember where I found it, or I would give you the link.

Also....I would seriously consider the premium package if you can afford it. This will add some real nice gadgets.

For me, the best extras I bought were the invisishield and the center armrest (new and improved version)

And don't forget to ask the dealer to throw in the rubber (not carpet) floormats with the deal.

Hope that helps.

 

Welcome!
I think youve got great specs on your car... but im going to vote for the H/K upgrade too! MUCH better quality for little $$...
Dont forget the parcel shelf and you are set!

 

I agree the hk is better than stock,we have 2 minis 1 without and 1 with hk.As far as climate control in the summer set temp and forget it is better than manual.In winter its more complicated than manual because defrost requires overiding the auto feature when needed.Again we have both so I think we are objective on this.

 

Here is some good info on the HK:

http://www.mini2.com/index.php?page=...item&newsid=10

 

Thanks for the responses, everyone!

I thought about the premium package, but I don't want the sunroof. I added the onboard computer and the multi-function steering wheel separately, though. The one I test-drove had the center armrest, and I really thought it was in the way. If I were getting the automatic, I'd probably get it, but not with the stick. Oh, and they did already tell me that they're going to throw in the floormats.

Thanks for the link! I printed that out, and I'm going to take it with me when I go to the dealer to listen to it.

 

Welcome Aboard! Your specs. look great! Another vote here for the H/K. We have it in both MINIs -...glad you finally "Showed" yourself...

Donna

 

One more for the H/K - you won't be disappointed! I'm impressed with it everyday.

 

Welcome to NAM. Great color choice its the best.

 

Welcome to NAM! I'd suggest going for the H/K...it rocks! 'Course I like the auto climate as well...hmmmmmmmmm...decisions.

 

Welcome and congratulations on ordering a new MINI sounds like we will be getting them at about the same time, mine is also a birthday present to myself .

 

Well, it seems that the majority is in favor of the H/K system, and I'm inclined to agree. I took a few CDs with me, and sat and listened to both systems for a couple of hours yesterday. I definitely perfered the sound of the
H/K, and also liked all of the extra adjustments that it provides. I especially liked the "driver" mode.

So, I changed my order to add the H/K system. Now I just need to wait.....

 

I'm not picky about the sound system... can't halp you there get whatever goodies you think YOU need

I'm liking your color choice! Another BRG Welcome to NAM

 

Well, I got my production number about a week ago, and have been compulsively checking my MINI's status at the Owners' Lounge. It still says that it's "on order" and the order detail is blank. What's the average amount of time it takes for the order details to show up, and to get a production date? I've also called 866-ASK-MINI, and its automated message also says that there's no confirmed production date.