Help... I cant stop getting accessories!

This is the 3rd week of owning my 06 Dark Silver MCS and I already have the following:

Front Mud Guards
Mini valve caps
Union Jack rear view mirror cover
Aux Input adapter
iPod Adapter
MINI rear bumper protector strip
MINI glove box organizer

On order
GP hood stripe (from fellow NAM member)
Outmotoring Center console saddle bag
Mini rear and side sun shades
Mini Sunroof wind deflector (from fellow NAM member)Leather Door pull covers
Homedepot door caps
Rear seat pull-up straps

Considering
JCW Intake box (without fuel injectors)
Magnetic Stone chip guard
Grocery bag holder
Chrome or black or Red mirror caps.
Aero kit from classic mini
Rubber trunk liner
NAVtv or equivalent to play video on the nav screen.
JCW Brake kit (Are these a tremendous improvement over stock?)
JCW Exhaust Catback

Rejected accessories
MINI saddle bag (boot)
Boot Box trunk organizer

Dont even get me started on the aftermarket.

 

LMAO! And the mod bug has hit you! Good luck!

-Cody

 

FYI - I think there is a marked improvement with the JCW brakes vs. stock. My husband's 2006 MCSC had them, and I bought mine without. Within a month I ordered mine and had them installed.

My hubby also ordered the grocery bag holder with his mini (back in March). Do you think it's even installed yet?

Have fun with your baby and remember, it's the ability to accessorize and modify the mini that has garnered so many fans!

 

You got money burning a hole in your pocket? Remember, all these things are throw away in the end.

LOL ... have fun!!!

 

If I remember, Gabe (MotoringFile) interviewed the VP of Marketing from MINI and he said the average MINI owner spends $ 5,000 moding their car after the purchase. Seems like a lot, but looks like you are on your way.

 

Aw come on, we want to hear it.

 

Hey,, when you get nav tv let me know. I want it in the worst way. Of course i need to find a dvd player then to fit in the glove box....
I know how you feel....

 

These all sound like reasonable additions, and I would never deny a MINI owner the satisfaction of you-ifying.............but.............one must always be on guard against the dangers of crapping up your MINI. I'm not saying you are doing this...not at all...but I think it can happen.

I might make a general suggestion towards spending some effort on other facets of the MINI experience that you can divert some energy towards. Start a Mini/MINI colllection.....go to a driving school and ply your skills at an appropriate venue.....serve as an officer of a local MINI club....detail like a mad fiend...organize a MINI charity event...or something else.

Having enthusiasm is super...can't blame you there. Just channel it so that when you get your MINI "just right" you can stop and still maintain your enthusiasm and fun.

Again, this is a general comment....the accessories you've mentioned do not seem over-the-top at all.

 

i think there is a special group that you can join for addicts

 

i keep thinking of more and more items to buy for my MINI
i cant stop..........
chrome is my downfall. inside and out, mirror covers,door hole buttons, glove box organizer, grill badge, tow pulls, plate surrounds, decals, adaptors, floor mats, stop the madness
we need to get a badge for accessory addicts

 

Hmmm... we're all individuals that's for sure. The only option my Mini has that I wish it DIDN'T have is the chrome pacage... is that stuff removable?

 

Just keeping buying Hon...Christmas is just around the corner and a great excuse!!!

 

You forgot the Magnetic Stone Guards!

 

i am pretty sure the chrome that came from the factory is not applied with double sided tape so i think your stuck with it

 

Hi I'm TC and I have a problem!

 

Sounds like you need to sit down and figureout just what oyu want your MINI to be,do it and then be done. (and stop visiting the dealer to see what ascessories they have in stock!!!!) I know exactly how I want my MINI to look and preform and exactly how its going to get there. I did half the interior work this weekend, so I'm getting closer, but take your time and enjoy the expriance. Mr Kart has a good point and some very good advice.

 

Boy do I know what you mean! Please see my post in "First Gear" today and gallery pics. I only now got around to introducing myself. I think it is in part because I've been so busy adding parts! Best of luck, and enjoy! MCS DS/W with checkers around the sunroof 02.

 

hey acitydweller... glad you are enjoying accessorizing.

question... and i think i know the answer... it is possible to have both the iPod adapter and the Aux. Input? I'm thinking of getting both so that I can have the freedome to use my iPod (or possible future device) either way.

 

Problem? what problem?! Seems like perfectly sane behavior to me!

 

Excellent...have fun you-ifying!!! Be prepared to stop when you reach perfection though...some go to far. Either way, it's all good...it's a MINI! A bit of extra cheeky fun is still a very good fit!!!

Me? I got a brake-light mod, a shorty antenna, a clear bra, a glove-box organizer, and a John Cooper siggnature badge. Then I was done. Three years later and I still can't think of a way to improve on it's utter perfection......for me!!!

 

Have fun!

 

It is possible to have both the aux and ipod adapter. I had the aux installed when I got the car, and added the ipod adapter myself yesterday.

You can't have both the ipod and the CD changer; they both use the same connection on the back of the radio...

 

Thanks Ed! I don't really want a CD changer since I have an iPod, so that's not a problem.

Not to hjack this thread, but followup question... I was thinking about getting the DICE iPod adapter, which I think displays info on the head unit (unlike the Mini/BMW adapter), however, I know it has to connect to the CD changer in the boot, which is a more difficult install. Does the Mini/BMW adapater connect there also or does it connect to the back of the head unit? How difficult an install is it? I may just let the dealer do it because I'm not handy at all, but their install prices are ridiculous!

 

Excuse me but this is your second post about how much modding satisfies YOU! That's fine if you left it at that. You are telling people to stop at levels that YOU think are appropriate. I don't think acitydweller was asking for an intervention for his "problem".

 

Hi my name is Earl and I also have a problem....ran out of money... and have only done about $17,000 in mods (some replaced others)

Earl