2013 mini gp
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05-05-2013, 11:59 AM
#427
05-29-2013, 05:51 PM
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I have mine since February and in Mexico you can't configure anything about the car, not even tires, not even think in satelite radio.
I used to own a 2012 JCW (N14) with some mods and it felt quicker, but this one feels with much better handling and the brakes are awesome, just feel that better pads are needed.
And it definitely sucks that we don't have car numbers (only 50 arrived to Mexico), at least I'm happy that BMW brought this version, last GP never saw Mexican soil.
I used to own a 2012 JCW (N14) with some mods and it felt quicker, but this one feels with much better handling and the brakes are awesome, just feel that better pads are needed.
And it definitely sucks that we don't have car numbers (only 50 arrived to Mexico), at least I'm happy that BMW brought this version, last GP never saw Mexican soil.
#428
05-30-2013, 03:19 AM
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
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05-30-2013, 05:40 AM
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Hi,
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
It will be interesting knowing the production number, I'll put it here.
Here's a picture of my car as it is right now:
#430
05-30-2013, 09:18 AM
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#431
05-30-2013, 04:06 PM
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The idea was to put vinyl in the mirror caps, but it's imposible, or at least no one here could do it in one piece.
Exhaust is custom, is not a particular brand, I put it together, cheaper and just the way I want it.
#433
06-01-2013, 08:58 PM
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I have my deposit down on it as of this weekend. My only disappointment is that they aren't allowing any order options. MINI's site prides itself on over 10 million options, but I can't get ONE factory option with this car. They could make more money from me by letting me order NAV, HK sound and Cold Weather but it looks like it won't come with any of these options. Don't get me wrong, I love the car and all the performance options but I hate having to choose between modern amenities like the awesome MINI Connected NAV system and the highest performance engine. I'm sure I'll adjust but I think it's short-sighted to assume all GP owners won't care that they can't order what they want after already paying a premium for a limited-edition car.
Regardless, my deposit is down and I CAN'T WAIT!!!
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06-04-2013, 05:29 AM
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06-05-2013, 03:50 PM
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06-06-2013, 10:33 AM
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#441
06-06-2013, 11:16 PM
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06-07-2013, 04:19 AM
The strut top on the gp is a different design to all other r56's. The holes for the bolts on the top are in slightly different position, which gives it more camber.
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06-07-2013, 05:06 PM
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06-08-2013, 05:07 AM
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Production Number
robbo mcs - thanks for the tip. I sent them an inquiry a few days ago. Got a quick reply saying that they'll get back
to me with information. It will be nice know what the actual production is.
brt356
to me with information. It will be nice know what the actual production is.
brt356
Hi,
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
#445
06-10-2013, 09:21 AM
Hi,
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
and thanks for the link, got my build number today from MINI on Facebook
#591
mods so far
Mini Garmin Sat Nav fitted
Scangauge II
worn the tyres out
mods underway
wind the ride height down
ordered some Pillar trims to fit tweeters and some Focal 3 way components
and a scoop protecting heatshield
mods planned
induction kit if I can find one that fits the GP with the Strut-brace staying in place
boost and oil gauge kit
map
#446
06-10-2013, 10:03 AM
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I took a slightly different approach to the roof numbers...I purchased a new roof decal, cut out the car number and remounted the modified decal. The number is outlined on the decal by the silver roof.
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Hi,
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
You can now get your official number
go to
http://www.facebook.com/MINI
pm them with your VIN and ask them for your production number. A couple of days later they will send you back your official production number. Mine is 1486. BTW the official factory numbers do not match the USA numbers.
I have seen some people outside of the USA who have even had the numbers sourced to stick on the car.
Robbo
Thanks again for the info
#447
06-17-2013, 08:57 PM
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GP Production#
Thanks again for the helpful tip -- Euro Mini confirmed that our GP was the 100th produced out of 2000 (#52 for USA).
Thanks Tim! It's been a while since me and my girlfriend do this. I used to participate in some rally events with her (she still does) and that's how we "mark" the cars =)
Do you have a Pic? It sounds interesting
HERE'S A PICTURE:
To update thread, my car is #167
Thanks again for the info
Do you have a Pic? It sounds interesting
HERE'S A PICTURE:
To update thread, my car is #167
Thanks again for the info
#449
06-21-2013, 04:53 PM
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06-22-2013, 02:25 PM
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