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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 07:05 PM
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Where are you from?

Why do so many people on this forum post without indicating where they are from?

Do you think that we are going to come for the spare parts on your MINI?
 
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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 07:29 PM
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Just afraid there won't be enough snacks and beverages for everyone who drops by
 
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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by cabriopilot
Why do so many people on this forum post without indicating where they are from?

Do you think that we are going to come for the spare parts on your MINI?
Port Orange Florida......12 months of great driving weather
 
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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 09:07 PM
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It should say I live in Mountain View, California.

If you asked me where I was from, I'd probably say "Britain". I moved to the US over 15 years ago, before that I lived in various places in Britain including Oxford.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 09:14 PM
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I'm currently stationed in Monterey, California, so that's what in my profile, but before I came here, I was in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area, and that's where I'm going back to when I leave here in June, so that's why I still have the "Hampton Roads Club MINI" badge in my signature picture.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2008 | 10:10 PM
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 05:12 AM
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I guess some are shy of filling in their location on the profile form. Though some are hysterical to read, being plays on words or fun phrases.
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 05:18 AM
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Originally Posted by ScottRiqui
I'm currently stationed in Monterey, California, so that's what in my profile, but before I came here, I was in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area, and that's where I'm going back to when I leave here in June, so that's why I still have the "Hampton Roads Club MINI" badge in my signature picture.
PG School?
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 05:46 AM
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Where did I come from???

After a few responses I suddenly realize that I too am not from where I currently reside (Greer, SC).

In reverse order I have lived in:
  • Orlando, FL
  • Wallkill, NY
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • Scranton, PA
  • Jonesboro, GA
  • Riverdale, GA
  • Rochester, NY
  • Arlington, VA
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Euless, TX
  • North Miami Beach, FL
  • Pomona, CA
  • Ontario, CA
  • West Point, NY
  • Ft.McClellan, AL
  • Hialeah, FL
  • Middletown, NY
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • West New York, NJ
  • Opa Locka, FL
  • New York City, NY - Place of Birth
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 06:18 AM
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Puerto Rico
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 08:13 AM
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From: Half Moon Bay California, 25 miles south of SF on the coast
close to every thing

Sig says it,HEAVEN. Great twisties through the Redwoods, cycling heaven, scuba in Monterey, near Maverik's and SF., what else could I want.
 
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Old Sep 28, 2008 | 08:22 AM
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My kids tell me I'm from Mars, originally.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 04:17 PM
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Spokane, WA... which is actually nowhere near Seattle, or Baltimore. Nor is it all that close to Mt. St. Helens, or Mt. Ranier, though I receive phone calls and emails frequently asking me if I am all right every time the volcano burps, or there is some disaster show running on the Discovery channel...
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 04:30 PM
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Spokane, WA... which is actually nowhere near Seattle, or Baltimore. Nor is it all that close to Mt. St. Helens, or Mt. Ranier, though I receive phone calls and emails frequently asking me if I am all right every time the volcano burps, or there is some disaster show running on the Discovery channel...
So I guess it's safe to say that Hurricane Ike has not affected you?
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 04:35 PM
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I had some relatives in the midwest that got 70 mph winds and lots of downed tree branches thanks to Ike! So... not directly... no...
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 05:33 PM
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I'M RIGHT HERE.............in Greer
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Btwyx
It should say I live in Mountain View, California.

If you asked me where I was from, I'd probably say "Britain". I moved to the US over 15 years ago, before that I lived in various places in Britain including Oxford.
Hey Btwyx, Have you had the joy at all of motoring on Calaveras ave yet?

I'm from Dublin CA. Just about 40 Min east of SF.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 07:33 PM
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in reverse order, o wait any order you like.


Swansea, IL 15 minutes east of St. Louis, MO
 

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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 09:13 PM
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From: Washington. No, the other one.
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 09:51 PM
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Currently in Austin, TX, but started in Dallas, TX with no stops in between.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2008 | 11:53 PM
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Oakland Ca now living in Monterey Park.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2008 | 01:24 AM
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Old Sep 30, 2008 | 03:06 AM
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Originally Posted by cabriopilot
Why do so many people on this forum post without indicating where they are from?

Do you think that we are going to come for the spare parts on your MINI?
I think this is a really good question. When I read other posts I find it helpful to know where the person is from. Different states have much different driving conditions and therefore much different effects on their Mini.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2008 | 05:57 AM
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Kansas - no twisties.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2008 | 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted by claytonl
Kansas - no twisties.
At least not the kinds you like to see....
 
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