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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 02:29 PM
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Sure! I have the bench seat and it's plenty of room for 2 adults and 3 kids in a pinch!
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by garmjoe
Sure! I have the bench seat and it's plenty of room for 2 adults and 3 kids in a pinch!

I sure hope so, cause we are all in now!
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 03:04 PM
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I have the silver wheels and was very surprised at how little brake dust there is and it tends to rinse off! I like the black wheels too and either would have looked good with my black roof. Either way but I would rather remove the brake dust.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 06:15 PM
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I will have had mine for a week now, and I love the black wheels. (New to me 2011 All4S)
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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Love my black wheels!!

 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 10:29 PM
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With the back seat set back for rear legroom I was able to fit my girlfriend's 20" carryon, my 22" rolling duffle full of my stuff (and even more of her stuff), a blanket, large tote bag and a few snacks. I could probably squeeze a bit more with the back seats all the way forward. Definitely would fit more with them folded flat.

 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 04:30 AM
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Originally Posted by MiniMouse17
Love my black wheels!!

I know you waiting an eternity for your car to arrive but how's
it been so far?
Looks very nice.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 05:33 AM
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All you guys and gals all have very nice rides, I hope mine turns out as good looking as yours all did!
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 05:40 AM
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Originally Posted by drsimmons
I know you waiting an eternity for your car to arrive but how's
it been so far?
Looks very nice.
So far so good!! She's fun, she's got tons of character, I feel safe, I'm just loving the ride so far!
Where's your car doc?
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by JasonCarp
I will have had mine for a week now, and I love the black wheels. (New to me 2011 All4S)
Hey Jason.... I too bought a new to me 2011 CMS All4 with only 6500K on it, manual. I already put on 2500 on it since January. I love my MINI. He is riding pretty well and finally got use to the manual shifting. Any pros/cons?
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 06:39 AM
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Originally Posted by MiniMouse17
So far so good!! She's fun, she's got tons of character, I feel safe, I'm just loving the ride so far!
Where's your car doc?
I just noticed my big typo error, 'waiting' was supposed to be 'waited'. Slow down.
Where's my car as in state? If that is what you meant, down by Gulf Shores Alabama under my lovely metal carport waiting for all the rain to hit. I sure wish I'd built a garage instead but at least it's out of the elements.
I removed all my stripes the other day and I'm lowering it next week and
then post new pics of the new look.
Always something to change on these little cars.
Happy Motoring
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Ayces
With the back seat set back for rear legroom I was able to fit my girlfriend's 20" carryon, my 22" rolling duffle full of my stuff (and even more of her stuff), a blanket, large tote bag and a few snacks. I could probably squeeze a bit more with the back seats all the way forward. Definitely would fit more with them folded flat.

I think I saw you on I-5 going north the other day. Did you have a roof rack too? I'm considering one. I like a nice rack.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2012 | 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by cwymcs
I think I saw you on I-5 going north the other day. Did you have a roof rack too? I'm considering one. I like a nice rack.
Probably me. I am on the 5 fwy almost every day. I have the Mini roof rack and I am looking at getting a pair of bike holders powder coated red.
 

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Old Mar 23, 2012 | 02:43 PM
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Our car is in production as of today with a completion date of 04/02.....woohoo
 
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Old Mar 23, 2012 | 03:24 PM
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^^^That seems faster than most.
You'll have it before you know it.
Can't wait to see the pics.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2012 | 07:11 AM
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Build was completed yesterday, now waiting to get assigned to a port
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 07:25 AM
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Our car is at the port, how long does it normally take to get on a ship?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 09:14 AM
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It can take a while! It depends on how many are stacked up on the doc. I read reports of cars waiting 2 weeks for a ship.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by 52804x4
It can take a while! It depends on how many are stacked up on the doc. I read reports of cars waiting 2 weeks for a ship.
I just posted on the timeline thread. My car was built on 4/4 and eight days later I am hoping she makes it on either the WW Don Juan or the K-Line Bishu Highway this coming Sunday/Monday. Destination port for me is Brunswick, GA.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:26 AM
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How do I find out which destination port mine will be on? My dealer is in Des Moines, IA
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by WantAvant
How do I find out which destination port mine will be on? My dealer is in Des Moines, IA
I am sure someone here could tell you but a call to your MA would be best. It should be right there on the window sticker of any other Mini on the lot with your dealer info on it.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:41 AM
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Just sent my MA an email, thanks
 
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 12:30 PM
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Our car set sail on the TAMESIS, due in Baltimore on 04/25.....woohoo
 
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 02:57 PM
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Another convert from the Subie fold. There seems to be lots of us around here.
 
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Old Apr 17, 2012 | 03:06 PM
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Yeah the Subie might be getting traded in for the Mini now. Tired of everyone trying to race me, so played! I might just drive the Yukon for awhile and save up for a nice down payment on either a new F31 Bmw 3 series wagon or a brand new black Gmc Denali crew cab pickup!
 
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