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Old 12-17-2010, 08:10 PM
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A little birdie told me today that one of our EIM families will be welcoming yet another Countryman All4 into the fold in the not-too-distant future. Probably the first custom order for one thru MoDM. But that's all you get from me.

(no...it's not mine... )
 
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Old 12-18-2010, 11:36 AM
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Countryman ALL4 Order

We're the little birdie Gil-galad mentioned. I do believe we are the first custom order at MoDM as it took a little effort to get the order to go through. I wasn't able to order what was possible to configure on the website.....so be flexible.

Don't have a build date yet, but will post when I know more. We ordered: all Light White ALL4, graphite wheels, surf blue color line, cold weather and convenience packages, auto A/C, split rail, chrome line interior, piano black.
 
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Old 12-18-2010, 02:47 PM
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That is awesome! The Countryman in the light white lookes awesome. I can't wait to see it come in on the transport and to meet you guys!
 
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Old 12-20-2010, 12:13 PM
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Like I imagine many of you are, I am having some serious MINI withdrawals! This weather and the road conditions are just not MINI friendly. I am reduced to driving our S10 4X4. On the positive side the snow tires and 4 wheel drive ensures that the vehicle actually goes in the direction I point it! Not so much in Gozer Thankfully I received my MC2 magazine to peruse while I dream of better driving conditions. With the help of this forum and the anticipation of the opening of MODM I may survive the dark days of motoring sans MINI.

Safe driving to all whether you are in your MINIs or some other ordinary car!
 
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Old 12-20-2010, 12:45 PM
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Here's a Christmas photo from me and Gozer to wish you all a Merry MINI Christmas! May you all get the MINI gear on your list

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3028273...7625640543352/
 
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Old 12-20-2010, 03:54 PM
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Here's a Christmas photo from me and Gozer to wish you all a Merry MINI Christmas! May you all get the MINI gear on your list

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3028273...7625640543352/
Nice antlers! And with that nose and the current Xmas Eve forecast perhaps Gozer will get the call to duty from the Big Guy.

Thanks for posting -- you put the spirit of the season in me today.
 
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Old 12-21-2010, 07:53 PM
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I've been wanting the antlers and nose. They look great. Where can I find them? BTW I'm in a hurry.
Also BTW, I like snow...it gives me a chance to see my MINI with a white top.
 
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I've been wanting the antlers and nose. They look great. Where can I find them? BTW I'm in a hurry.
Also BTW, I like snow...it gives me a chance to see my MINI with a white top.
I found them at Hobby Lobby.
 
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Here's a Christmas photo from me and Gozer to wish you all a Merry MINI Christmas!
Very festive picture! Leo sends the best of Christmas Greetings to Gozer. Daryl sends the best of Christmas Greetings to all his MINI friends.
 
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Hurray! The roads are clear and I have high hopes of driving through a car wash and getting the worst of the muck off my baby today I just hope the 20 mile drive back home doesn't nullify the job Poor thing has been stuck in the shed all dirty for a week. I know she is as ready as I am for at least a little road time
 
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Hurray! The roads are clear and I have high hopes of driving through a car wash and getting the worst of the muck off my baby today I just hope the 20 mile drive back home doesn't nullify the job Poor thing has been stuck in the shed all dirty for a week. I know she is as ready as I am for at least a little road time

Maybe you need one of these under the Christmas tree to help with the task of drying Gozer off.......

http://www.autoanything.com/car-care/69A3939A0A0.aspx



Hope everyone has a Merry MINI/Mini Christmas
 
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Old 12-22-2010, 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by TasmanianBlu
Hope everyone has a Merry MINI/Mini Christmas
Ditto!
 
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Merry Christmas to all our Mini Friends, MOTOR ON
 
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Originally Posted by 05MINI
I found them at Hobby Lobby.
Great! There's a HB right across the river. I feel like dressing up the MINI and driving around spreading Xmas cheer and perhaps a present or two to unaware pedestrians. Maybe I can get a quick Santa outfit for me and an Elf costume for my son. If THAT happens you can expect a picture in the next few days.

MERRY CHRISTMAS to all of my MINI friends..you are the best!!
 
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Old 12-23-2010, 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Smokin' Jo
Great! There's a HB right across the river. I feel like dressing up the MINI and driving around spreading Xmas cheer and perhaps a present or two to unaware pedestrians. Maybe I can get a quick Santa outfit for me and an Elf costume for my son. If THAT happens you can expect a picture in the next few days.

MERRY CHRISTMAS to all of my MINI friends..you are the best!!
That would be AWESOME!
 
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Old 12-23-2010, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by TasmanianBlu
Maybe you need one of these under the Christmas tree to help with the task of drying Gozer off.......

http://www.autoanything.com/car-care/69A3939A0A0.aspx
I believe every girl needs a good blow dryer!

Merry Christmas all and safe motoring!
 
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Merry Christmas everyone!
 
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Old 12-30-2010, 05:17 PM
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According to the Willis MoDM Facebook page, they have recently placed a 2011 BRG/B MCS on display inside the Coral Ridge Mall (see pic below)...has anyone seen it up close and personal?

 
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We're the little birdie Gil-galad mentioned. I do believe we are the first custom order at MoDM as it took a little effort to get the order to go through. I wasn't able to order what was possible to configure on the website.....so be flexible.

Don't have a build date yet, but will post when I know more. We ordered: all Light White ALL4, graphite wheels, surf blue color line, cold weather and convenience packages, auto A/C, split rail, chrome line interior, piano black.
We have a build date -- 1/13/2011!

Also, MofDM has a white and black top All4 Countryman in stock. We're driving thru Des Moines today and plan to stop and take a look. I'll post a picture when I get a chance.
 
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Old 12-31-2010, 06:47 AM
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We have a build date -- 1/13/2011!
Congratulations -- that's exciting! Now the wait begins...

You may already be familiar with it, but there are some "MINI tracking" threads on here that give you links to site that will allow you to track the movement of your new MINI from factory to shipyard and "across the pond" once it is built. Adds to the fun (but might make the wait seem to take longer).
 
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HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of our EIM and MINI friends! Looking forward to lots of fun times in 2011!
 
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
If anyone is going to be out celebrating please be careful
and take your other car!
 
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Old 01-02-2011, 12:44 PM
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Saw the bsteig-mobile at about 5:45 into this clip from last August at Winter Park...might have missed a few other local MINIs. Certainly a bunch of recognizable tags in there.

 
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MINI of Des Moines pictures

We stopped at MINI of Des Moines this past weekend (during an ice storm...). Sounds like they have been really busy. They had 7 Countryman (men) on the lot. Here are a few pictures for your viewing pleasure. The colors weren't bright on the vehicles outside as they were ice covered.

They have a lot of inventory on the lot.

I'll post more pictures in my gallery.

Enjoy!
 
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Old 01-05-2011, 06:25 AM
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Originally Posted by mixdorfs
We stopped at MINI of Des Moines this past weekend (during an ice storm...). Sounds like they have been really busy. They had 7 Countryman (men) on the lot. Here are a few pictures for your viewing pleasure. The colors weren't bright on the vehicles outside as they were ice covered.

They have a lot of inventory on the lot.

I'll post more pictures in my gallery.

Enjoy!
Busy is good.

Thanks for posting. Love the wheels on that PW.
 


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