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Old May 13, 2008 | 06:29 AM
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Another Clubbie article

http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a...015/BUSINESS02

 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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Thanks LadyG - it's always interesting to see what different reviewers either love, like or find annoying. I feel like writing the author a note about how to deal with the seat belt.
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 07:12 AM
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LadyGodiva - Thank you!
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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Good find - thanks for sharing...

Donna
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 09:22 AM
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"A large two-panel sunroof extends over the front and rear seats. The front panel of the roof opens, but the rear is fixed."


They must not of paid too much attention to the sunroof, but other than that a good read
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 09:42 AM
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Pardon me if I'm being to defensive, but...
there's no room to reach the seat adjustment controls with the door closed, and the shoulder belt consistently snagged on the seatback when I reached to latch the belt.
Huh? What car was he driving?
the Clubman requires premium gasoline
No. It's recommended. Read the manual. Using 87 won't void the warranty.
Standard safety equipment includes six air bags
I count 11 in mine.
The cupholders in front of the shifter are a bit of a reach for the driver
I can reach mine just fine.
despite some minor ergonomic glitches
Blaming MINI for your body's shortcomings?
The control for the roof was a bit problematic,
Mine works just fine.
It's not about comfort,"..."It's about how you look and feel."
Really? Gee, because I bought mine for comfort. I mean, sure it's no Cadillac, but its a huge improvement over our 04.
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 09:02 PM
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"Standard safety equipment includes six air bags."
This is a correct statement. Of course, standard safety equipment also includes 5 more air bags.

And the cup holders in front of the shifter being hard to reach for the driver?
****GOOD!!!!!!!!!****
This isn't your couch and coffee table, it's a car. DRIVE it!
 
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