Theres a group buy going on at mini2 for a unique shift ****. Thought Id pass it along since I didnt see it mentioned on this board.

See this post on mini2.

The site with details on the product is:
http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com

 

I had an aluminum **** very similar to that in my ex New Beetle, really looks great, if I didn't already like the Mini's shiftknob I'd replace it.

 

I've had the polished Whalen Shift **** for a few weeks and have been very impressed. Very heavy, great finish, and excellent machine work

 

>>I've had the polished Whalen Shift **** for a few weeks and have been very impressed. Very heavy, great finish, and excellent machine work

... yeah ... what He said ... it becomes the focal point of the interior ...

 

Do they get ice cold like the stock ****??

Do they get red hot in the summer like the stock ****??

??

 

$130.00! You've got to be kidding me, for a shift ****!!! You guys have way too much disposable income. Comes with a good guarantee though.

retroom

 

It's being sold for $85 on group buy right now

 

You know, I was thinking the same thing, $130 is way to much for a chunk of chrome for a shifter, way to much, now the $85 is getting closer, how about $50, then count me in for sure.

Steve

 

$130!!?? Come on people, the stock one is extremely nice and goes fantastically with the interior. I live in one of the hottest areas in the world, and it can get pretty cold in the winters aswell (desert climate) and have no problem with heat/cold on the shift **** during extreme weathers, and even if you think it does, my advise is to stay away from chrome alltogether and get leather or plastic...

Sorry but i kinda get offended if someone says anything remotely bad about my Bullet but at the end of the day, its a matter of preference...

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$130 bucks for a shift **** is plainly stated...INSANE;

Peace,
D

 

I had them send me pictures,looks neat in brushed finish with shift pattern engraved on it. I wonder what it will look like with chrome ring for tach and spedometer,maybe the polished finish. As for the price ,it is not much more than the rings i ordered (and they are on back order for 2 MONTHS ).I will decide on this soon.

 

Changing shift *****... putting on seat covers... changing this changing that... I bought my MINI because I LOVE IT JUST THE WAY it is...I don't understand all this change "stuff"... MINI engineers put a lot of thought into all the design aspects of the car so that everything "works" together... with all the changes I think you'll end up with a design nightmare... BUT again, that's ONLY my opinion... Thanks Paul

 

It is called personalizing YOUR MINI, some like stripes ,flags,lights & some do not.
To each their own :smile:

 

I received the ****. It’s really nice. I'm not the type to pimp my cars out. I’ll take a sleeper over a show car any day. This **** is understated, very well engineered, and feels great in your hand. Its just the right size and weight. I will always support a small independent shop when I see a product that is exceptional. As far as shift ***** go these are definitely exceptional. I agree that 130 is a bit crazy. 85 is only slightly above average as far as aftermarket shift ***** go however. That’s why I jumped on it when I saw it.

Now all I need is the car.....

 

If you went with the "brushed" finish, have you put any thought into using a gun-bluing solution to darken it to match your anthacite interior pieces?

 

Mr. Whalen does phenomenal work!

Here's a custom job which arrived and was installed today.

{Should've probably taken the picture before I installed, but you'll get the gist...}

 

Just got my **** yesterday. The quality is superb, the heft - amazing...I can't wait to put it in. I just need my MINI delivered....now!!!

 

>>I received the ****. It’s really nice. I'm not the type to pimp my cars out. I’ll take a sleeper over a show car any day. This **** is understated, very well engineered, and feels great in your hand. Its just the right size and weight. I will always support a small independent shop when I see a product that is exceptional. As far as shift ***** go these are definitely exceptional. I agree that 130 is a bit crazy. 85 is only slightly above average as far as aftermarket shift ***** go however. That’s why I jumped on it when I saw it.
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>>Now all I need is the car.....
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Well, in the mean time you can give your **** a good polish!