So I took my '08 MC to the dealer, and while it's there, I got a Clubman as a loaner. Looks like it has the Bluetooth/USB option, but for the life of me, I can't find the cable that my iPod plugs into! I'd really like to give this a try. Would appreciate if someone would help me locate it!! (I though it was in the secret compartment - no?)

And on that note (not really, but sorta), I got to compare the MC to the Clubman. Overall, the drive is very similar. I find the handling to be virtually the same. Driving it, you can feel that it's slightly larger and it could be just the loaner, but it feels a little more loosely built than the MC... hard to describe. I really like the extra room that it gives you, and for the virtually unnoticeable changes in the ride, I'd say it's definitely worth it. So would I get one? Probably not, only because I bought the Mini for its styling and fun factor... and I'm still not sold on the styling of the Clubman, but I'm sure it will grow on me.

 

I'm sure you didn't mean to post this in the Detailing forum.
Nothing in your post can be answered by wax, polish, microfiber or peanut butter.
What am I missing?

 

LOL - I guess I just figured you detailing guys were the smartest!!!

My mistake, thanks for pointing this out!!!

 

If you are looking for the cable for the iPod, that would be an item that you should purchase from Apple or Radio Shack. The car does not come with cables.

 

Oh, you mean USB input. Isn't that near the cup holder or possibly in the armrest? I believe the 1/8 inch jack and USB port are next to each other.

 

It's located in the bottom part of the center console. Depending on the week build it may or may not be readily visible. Later build 08's have an easier to access USB port. If the cable is missing and you want to test it out - load some MP3s on a memory stick and plug it directly to the USB port. The MINI should be able to read it just fine.