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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:12 AM
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What would you like to see on the next generation MC/MCS?

...I would love to have "All Wheel Drive"

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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:20 AM
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I agree....AWD would be cool.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:23 AM
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Hydraulic suspension (is that what it's called?)....so I can hop down the street.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:25 AM
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how about a tent that pops out of the back?

Actually, I'd like to see the pickup that nobody else seems to like, or possibly a 4 door...
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:27 AM
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>>how about a tent that pops out of the back?


Long live the AZTEK!
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 10:52 AM
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I want another Estate ( ... that's Station Wagon to you ..) ! The Classic version was only a foot longer than the saloon ( ... that's Sedan to you ..) and the handling was just about as good; the rear "cupboard" doors were neat-looking and made the whole thing very practical.
There was an Aston Martin Estate a number of years ago that had stuf like electrically actuated vent windows all the way in back so the hunting dogs could get fresh air ( and a factory option doggy gate separating them from the rest of the passengers) - MINI could integrate things like that now ( newer technology, etc.) with not much more effort ...
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 11:09 AM
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How about a horn that you could pre-program with sayings such as:
- Get the hell out of my way
- It doesn't get any greener
- What are you looking at?
- No, it's not electric!

Sensors on the window so you could have the auto-up feature enabled? A MINI designed rack that does not require drilling? Tires, that with a push of a button, have little spikes that pop out so they become safer in ice/snows. A FREE iPAQ so those of us who want to use it but already own another expensive PDA don't have to switch.

I'm sure I'll think of more...



 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 12:01 PM
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dbwilldo wrote:

>>how about a tent that pops out of the back? Eeek...way too Aztek-ish!

Cheers!
Clover
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 12:07 PM
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How about a Mini SUV......
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 12:41 PM
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1:: a real size cupholder (more than 8oz size) that is in reaching distance. I use the slot on the passenger side [on the side of the seat where the adjuster handle is] for my bottle of water.

instead of the larger sized one so i don't have to reach behind while driving.

2:: I'd like the option to turn off the vanity mirror light - that could be there already, I just haven't found it yet.

3:: a fold down compartment on the backside of the seat [like a glovebox] so i can stash *goodies* or things such as a pen, mints or a small toy from a happy meal -- instead of using the glove compartment across the car.





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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 01:29 PM
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we've found that having the rocket launcher button on the right of the steering wheel is a pain when trying to change gear and fire at the same time. That and some sort of electrostatic bug zapper so that Nellie doesn't get all splattered in the summer.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 01:31 PM
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Would tha be a MINI Major?
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 01:39 PM
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What about a Bar-B-Q grill. Wait, the MCS already has that. Remove the battery, pour charcoal in the battery compartment and put a grill over it. Ha, the Aztek doesn't have that option.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 01:59 PM
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Also I would like the back side windows to open with a tilt like action (like the BMW's 3 series coupes )

...while I 'm thinking about it; a choice of stiff or supple rides; thicker rims & tires and a power outlet on the boot.



There, I think I'm done.

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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 02:13 PM
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I would like to see a Mini pick up with a fifth wheel and a Mini fifth wheel trailer.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 02:19 PM
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I don't care much for tents but a pull out
couch in back would be nice. A TV-DVD
combo, the Mini fridge filled with nice, cold
Girls.....
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 02:20 PM
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Check this out:


 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 03:07 PM
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250 HP.

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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 03:16 PM
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2minis... I think you need to go outside and get some fresh air... you're getting scary... what with the mini SUV and the cold girls idea....


I personally prefer the warm ones, unless, of course, they're Nosferatu... but usually once you find out that you're dead already....



... maybe I need to get out more too. Ol' Sarcux has been single waaaaaaaaaaaay too long...
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 03:17 PM
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>>What about a Bar-B-Q grill. Wait, the MCS already has that. Remove the battery, pour charcoal in the battery compartment and put a grill over it. Ha, the Aztek doesn't have that option.

actually, I've heard that when you pop the tent in the aztec, you get not only a wolf grill/stove combo, but a complete sub-zero fridge/freezer combo, garbage disposal and dishwasher.

 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 03:30 PM
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If they could make the MCS available in Pepper White I would (literally) run out and change my order.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 03:46 PM
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>>... maybe I need to get out more too. Ol' Sarcux has been single waaaaaaaaaaaay too long...

Sprog,
Maybe this is all you need.....

 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 05:11 PM
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>>>>What about a Bar-B-Q grill. Wait, the MCS already has that. Remove the battery, pour charcoal in the battery compartment and put a grill over it. Ha, the Aztek doesn't have that option. :smile:
 
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Old Nov 30, 2002 | 05:54 PM
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Har har.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2002 | 07:54 PM
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>>Check this out:
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Check this out???

Let's not turn this into a dating service now...

 
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