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I'm also stopping by the dealer tomorrow to see what this gearshift issue is all about. I'll keep you guys posted.
Just got back from the dealer. The service tech states that yes, some gearshift *****/shrouds were u attaching themselves. Mostly happens during spirited shifting. If the customer wants, they are fixing the problem by affixing the part with some sort of adhesive. It doesn't happen to all so Mini thinks it's mostly driver input. I haven't had any issues so I declined. I was told to return at anytime if there are issues and they would glue it on or replace it.
Already got the $100 credit from Mini last week...hope my **** doesn't "lift off" when I'm in the middle of "aggressive" shifting (been known to do it). Will probably spend it on all-weather mats.