Hi all,

My name is Lori, I've read a lot on these forums but haven't posted much, so I figured I'd introduce myself.

I had a CR 2005 Cooper S convertible for a few years but my 2 sons (7 and 13) were getting a little squished in the back seat, so earlier this year I traded it for a Kia Forte hatchback. Well, just as you might have expected, I miss having a MINI so here I am 10 months later - trading the brand spankin' new Forte for a Countryman. I ordered a Cosmic Blue Cooper S CM (white roof), and production was just completed on Friday, WOOHOO! I can hardly wait to get it!

I'm planning to get a white off-centered stripe down one side - I think it was here where I saw one that inspired me. I'm also thinking of some other subtle graphics on the sides, but I haven't decided on exactly what yet. If anything. My Forte currently has DVD headrests and a 10" sub in the back - I'm planning to transport those over to the CM. I'm considering a tablet holder in lieu of the DVD headrests because I really like the stock headrests, but I haven't sorted out the whole kids' movies/tv show thing yet. I think I'm actually procrastinating on these little details like side graphics and movies for the back seat because once all decisions are made it will make the waiting just that much harder.

I didn't see any existing facebook groups specifically for Countryman owners, so I created one tonight: http://www.facebook.com/groups/180489608709377/
Please join if you use facebook!

I'm also on google plus, so you can add me to your MINI circle: http://gplus.to/lorigriffin

I look forward to participating in the Countryman discussions!

Lori
Central Florida

 

Thanks for creating a fb group for us countrymans! Sent my request to join the group

 

Hello there! I don't have a Countryman yet, but we do plan on ordering one next year.
I sent a request to join the facebook page. Thanks.

 

I just because a new owner of a 2012 Pure Red Countryman. I look forward to learning as much as I can about Mini's.

 

I just sent you a facebook group request. My CM was due to be completed yesterday and I am so excited that I can't stand it! My daughter has had a hardtop since 2005 and I am finally getting my mini!

 

Thank you for that. Just Check in

 

hi Lori.. you will found a new petition for a group member...

 

I've sent a request, as well.