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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by marko
Hello EIM! After having been interested in MINI ownership for a few years and lurking on NAM, I finally took the plunge on a lovely 2010 Midnight Black MCS in June.

I've lived in Ames for the past dozen years or so, but have lived in Iowa City and the Quad Cities at times, and frequent those areas regularly. Having a blast with the car so far (including a fabulous drive to/from Okoboji this weekend!)

Nice to see an active group here!
Hi Marko -- thanks for posting here!

Congrats on the new MINI. Nothing quite like the deep shine of Midnight Black. I'll bet she's a beaut. Post a pic or two for us sometime when you have the chance.

Stay in touch, and keep tabs on our forum here and our Website for upcoming events. You're always welcome to join us!

(P.S. - ISU grad here; I've fond memories and a soft spot for Ames )
 
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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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A warm EIM welcome to makzu from Iowa City.

You're going to be in hog-heaven Larry (yep, another fellow Chili Red!)
 
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Old Feb 3, 2011 | 06:46 AM
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I want to give a warm EIM shout-out and welcome to MININicole -- hailing from the CR-IC corridor and the proud new owner of a nice '02 CR/W MC.

Another CR Larry...that makes two more just in the last three days. I'm detecting impending total CR domination.

[ <--- Larry]
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Gil-galad
I want to give a warm EIM shout-out and welcome to MININicole -- hailing from the CR-IC corridor and the proud new owner of a nice '02 CR/W MC.

Another CR Larry...that makes two more just in the last three days. I'm detecting impending total CR domination.

[ <--- Larry]

Thanks for the warm welcome! My MINI is in for service today at MINI of DSM, and my service coordinator is also part of the group! It's great to get a warm welcome everywhere I go.
 
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Old Feb 13, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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Welcome aboard JDCMini to the EIM fraternity, and congrats on the new '05 DS/B MCS. Good to have you in the group!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2011 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Gil-galad
Welcome aboard JDCMini to the EIM fraternity, and congrats on the new '05 DS/B MCS. Good to have you in the group!
Thanks, we're looking forward to lots of jun with the Mini. We've had it a week and its a hoot to drive.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2011 | 03:57 PM
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Oops, looking foreward to fun, not sure what jun is.......
 
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Old Apr 5, 2011 | 11:20 AM
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We live in Urbandale now, but we lived in Cedar Falls for 8 years, does that qualify for "Eastern Iowa"?

Got my 08 MCS DS/B almost a week ago.

Mel
 
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Old Apr 5, 2011 | 11:27 AM
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I'm in Ankeny and try and participate in a couple EIM events every year - welcome and have you checked out centaliowaminiclub.org
 
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Old Apr 5, 2011 | 12:08 PM
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Thanks Atomic!

Yes, I have sent an email to join CIMC as well. It's been a busy week. Now I just have to settle on a name for him.

lol
 
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Old Apr 5, 2011 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Cantslowdown
We live in Urbandale now, but we lived in Cedar Falls for 8 years, does that qualify for "Eastern Iowa"?
But of course!

Originally Posted by Cantslowdown
Got my 08 MCS DS/B almost a week ago.
Congrats on your new MINI Mel. Have fun getting acquainted!
 
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Old May 8, 2011 | 01:48 PM
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Whoever tagged an '07 DS/W MCS in Cedar Rapids in the recent past with one of their MINI cards, kudos and well done. It's owner just joined our group.

Proof that it works.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 05:11 PM
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Welcome aboard to catebirk -- another great addition to the EIM faithful!
 
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 07:32 AM
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Officially joining the group! Now own the 09 Clubman.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Deanman's Wild ride!
 
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Gram Maria
Officially joining the group! Now own the 09 Clubman.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Deanman's Wild ride!
Welcome aboard! PM sent.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Gram Maria
Officially joining the group! Now own the 09 Clubman.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Deanman's Wild ride!
Welcome, Gram Maria!
 
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 08:22 AM
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Thanks, have to get a pic of Jazmini on this!
 
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 07:44 PM
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I'm happy to join the group officially with Jazzmini!

You'll see her tooling around this area and during the school year sporting appropriate decals1
 
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Gram Maria
I'm happy to join the group officially with Jazzmini!

You'll see her tooling around this area and during the school year sporting appropriate decals1
Surprise...you've ALWAYS been an official EIMer to us.

It's neat that you have your very own "MINI-identity" now. Glad that you and the 'bear are an honest to goodness two MINI family!
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 10:47 AM
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Welcome to the party Gram Maria
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 08:15 PM
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Thanks everybody, really enjoyed the Wild Ride today! Thanks to Darryl!
 
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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 10:25 AM
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Hello all! My name is David and I will be joining the faculty of the University of Iowa in October, relocating from Stanford University in California. I have a 2010 MINI Cooper named Mho who really likes to go on runs and attend track days. I've been an active member of the Redwood Empire Mini Enthusiasts and look forward to being a member of Eastern Iowa MINIs and meeting all of you.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Drimple
Hello all! My name is David and I will be joining the faculty of the University of Iowa in October, relocating from Stanford University in California. I have a 2010 MINI Cooper named Mho who really likes to go on runs and attend track days. I've been an active member of the Redwood Empire Mini Enthusiasts and look forward to being a member of Eastern Iowa MINIs and meeting all of you.
David, congrats on your new position at UI and welcome to the neighborhood!

PM sent.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2011 | 04:43 AM
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Welcome!

We will be hoping to see you and Mho here in Coralville If you see Molly2 with a big, bald/white-haired guy on board, be sure to wave!
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 11:51 AM
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Thought I would say hello here too. Besides, I purchased my car from MINI of Des Moine (Willis) and you will probably see me motoring through the area from time to time.

2011 Laser Blue Cooper S


See ya 'round!
 
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