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R50/53 counterfeit MINI website

Old Feb 14, 2005 | 05:58 PM
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Web Site

I'm in Memphis, TN and have seen several commercials for www.counterfeitmini.com. Went to the website. It's interesting.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:02 PM
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The site was built by MINIUSA. Gabe has a story about it on MotoringFile today
 
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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:08 PM
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The site was built by MINIUSA. Gabe has a story about it on MotoringFile today
Dawg! You are Fast.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:14 PM
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Busted! Counterfit Chili Red/White with white bonnet stripes and massive hood scoop!




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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:22 PM
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Milwaukee, WI: While the bonnet stripes and contrast roof were deceptive, an observant consumer with a tape measure discovered the truth. Actual length: 14 feet 9 inches


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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 09:16 PM
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That's freaking hallarious

Here is another one. call the number on the sticker for spoting someone with thier top up.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 08:14 AM
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It's the two motorcycles held together with duct tape that had me laughing out loud.

So, does anybody have the DVD in their hands yet? Like maybe an insider since they say 6-8 weeks for delivery.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 05:24 PM
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I like the fake with the two beer cans hanging off the rear exhaust
 
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 09:16 PM
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I found out about the new ad campaign last Saturday. When I was looking over my car, the Sales Manager told me about it. I have to say, the campaign is BRILLANT!! She said it was created by a company that resides in South Florida. I want to say Miami, but I think she said Tampa --I don't remember. (it was local or semi close to local) Either way, I am proud of my home state!!

I kinda feel special for knowing about it beforehand!!
 
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Old Feb 16, 2005 | 09:14 AM
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Oh, man, I'm SO busted!!!!

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=36905

 
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Old Feb 16, 2005 | 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by string
There's a link for submitting photos. Don't know if it really works or not, but I think you should try it. Loved your MINIvan, BTW!

Anyone ordered the DVD yet?
 
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Old Feb 16, 2005 | 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Revwillie
It's the two motorcycles held together with duct tape that had me laughing out loud.
That, the two beer cans, and the TOASTER!!!

(One of Tillie's other nicknames is "BLT" - the Brave Little Toaster!)
 
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Old Feb 16, 2005 | 12:21 PM
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I want that Mini chair....
 
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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by LombardStreet
There's a link for submitting photos. Don't know if it really works or not, but I think you should try it. Loved your MINIvan, BTW!
Thanks!
Submitted and it's now on the top ten list!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 08:47 AM
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Mine is also on the Top 10, the schoolbus with the white roof.

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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by string
Gotchya!

I love the two motorcycles taped together.

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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 06:39 PM
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counterfeitmini.org....huh?

I just saw an ad on TV for this....anyone ordered it? Hopefully I am not repeating another post, searched and didn't find one.

Go To.... http://counterfeitmini.org/
 
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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by emagineer
Hopefully I am not repeating another post, searched and didn't find one.

Go To.... http://counterfeitmini.org/
Just a little bit further down the page and you would have found the other thread. I've merged the two.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 06:47 PM
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Thanks for merging, I think my search of "counterfeit" came up empty due to the word being imbedded in a url. Was sure this couldn't have passed the eyes of owners.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2005 | 07:03 PM
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I am busted. My '94 Caravan trying to be a BRG/W MC!
 
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Old Feb 18, 2005 | 06:27 AM
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counter counterfeit commission

this is a hoot ! check it out!
http://www.counterfeitmini.org/
 
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Old Feb 18, 2005 | 06:45 AM
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Merged with the other two threads on this very same thing.... Suddenly this site isn't so funny anymore
 
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Old Feb 18, 2005 | 07:25 AM
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Originally Posted by darbmark
I found out about the new ad campaign last Saturday. When I was looking over my car, the Sales Manager told me about it. I have to say, the campaign is BRILLANT!! She said it was created by a company that resides in South Florida. I want to say Miami, but I think she said Tampa --I don't remember. (it was local or semi close to local) Either way, I am proud of my home state!!

I kinda feel special for knowing about it beforehand!!
Crispin Porter Bogusky is the agency.They have a pretty good website too a la mini stuff.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2005 | 07:31 AM
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Finally say the commercial - several times last night. Heck I even got it on tape! Gotta give it to MINI - an absolutely brillant marketing campaign. I think I'm going to have to get the DVD. I bet it's hysterical!

Hmmm...I wonder if my MINI dealer (who already displays the Italian Job on their big 42" Plasma) will play the counterfeit DVD?!
 
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Old Feb 18, 2005 | 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by LombardStreet

Anyone ordered the DVD yet?
Yeah, I ordered one $19.99 including shipping for a $.05 CD why not

Anything about the MINI or for the MINI or for me about the MINI (let see how many shirts and jackets do I have?? for $19.99 bring it on.

Earl
 
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