Still waiting for mine - expect it next week if it's currently in production for 3rd Week of 07

 

Yep...VIN's are out there...I've read some of these USA production cars are already built...

 

I've got a VIN. car is in production, due to complete 5 Jan.

 

My order went in today for a March build. I'm still a month away from a Production number, much less a VIN...

Sigh... I'm waiting to wait.

 

My order has been in since Dec 1st but I havent received a VIN or production date yet.. I have no items that are in delay.. Waiting sucks.

 

This is my 2nd Mini Cooper. I will be selling my 2005. Here are the specs for my March build:

Mini Cooper
6 speed standard transmission
Nightfire Red W/White Roof and Mirrors
White Bonnet Stripes
Premium Package
Cold Weather Package
Dynamic Stability Control
Front Fog lamps
Rear Fog Lamp
Checkered Cloth Seats
Sport Seats
5 Spoke Standard Wheels
Enjoyment Priceless

 

so, is anyone ordering an 07 with NAV? US Spec

BTW, when is the official US launch? I can't pick mine up until the USA launch. thx

 

you didnt leave many boxes unticked then

 

ordered 7th dec was told 3rd week jan now wont go into production till 2nd week feb for 1st march delivery but i cant stop adding more to the spec £21000 $38000

 

Hi All,
I DID IT!!!
Ordered my MINI today --- YIPEEE HAPPY NEW YEAR TO MEEEEE!!!
Specs:
MCS -- 6 spd
MellowYellow/Blk top
Bridge-Spokes/Run flats (all 4)
Cold pkg
Cruise - radio contol Str Whl (leather)
Checkered carbon cloth upholstery -- standard checkered silver interior with Mellow Yellow colorline
Might go back and add the sunroof -- but trying to keep the cost down.
Total $22,900 as per MSRP
MA said should be here end of Feb. and he has production numbers which he'll get me early next week. Have others had to wait for Prod #s?
I'd love to hear from anyone on the other side of the pond that has a MellowYellow.
As everyone else here, I would greatly appreciate pics -- to say the least!!
Jim

 

an interesting spec.. yet minimal. I would add LSD and Xenons.

 

Thanks Krut
I've read lots on this and other forums about Xenons. Most people say once you have them you'll never go back. But it's +$500 as is the LSD. I planned on getting driving lights and blk stripes later, some people said that both Xenons and driving lights is overkill and I do want the driving lights eventually.
I've not heard/read any discussion on LSD. Is it worth the money? I'll be getting snows/steel whls for the winters, later.
I certainly don't want to do donuts in rain, is this goig to be an issue without LSD?
I'm about at my spend limit (I'm squeezing into a stripped down MCS rather than a fairly well endowed MC)-- but if I'm going to be fishtailing thaspend is worth it. What's your take?
Jc

 

Get the LSD.

I didn't get it on my '05 and kicking my butt over it.

The '07 will have a LOT more torque, which will cause more wheelspin. If it's installed after the fact, then it's a $2,200 decision.

Going without the Xenons is a good idea IMO. That can be rectified with $400 driving lights down the road.

I went without Xenons because the R53 Xenons were'nt bixenon. The highbeams were only halogen and therefore had the same distance capability as the base headlights. The driving lights were a much better investment. The '07 comes with bixenons, so the new one provides a much better reason to get them, but I'm sure a set of driving lights will light up as much and maybe more than the highbeam xenon.

 

And more importantly the LSD enhances the driving of the MCS to an even higher level - if you're not a spirited driver then forego the LSD - but if not then you won't really need it. Your car comes equipped with ASC so you won't be spinning your wheels too much.

 

Thanks all
Didn't mean to take the thread off subject
Back to the specs.

 

On one hand, it is a front wheel drive car with a front engine so even without LSD, you've got lots of weight centered over your drive wheels to give you traction. I DID opt for it, for the same reason HotRod mentioned, which is that I don't want to find out that I want it for autocross later and then have to pull my gearbox and crack her open to add it. Very expensive compared to the $500 factory install. Even for competition LSD is not manditory, but you usually find out the hard way that you're getting wheel spin when in a tight bend one corner lifts and can't get good traction. A good LSD prevents that problem. Not a necessity, more of a nicity.

If you want to figure out how necessary LSD is in cars with this kind of layout and this kind of power, look to other manufacturers and see if they offer it from the factory and if so if it's an option or standard. And then look to see if they put it on the performance packages.
GTI has EDL (electronic Differential Lock) standard.
Civic SI has Helical Limited-Slip Differential standard.
MazdaSpeed3 LSD standard
When reading about LSD on a Renault Megane they had this to say, "Limited slip differentials are a common feature on competition cars, both in rallying and in Formula 1, although they can call for a certain degree of driving skill as a result of the torque steer that can be transmitted via the steering wheel in some situations"
I'm surprised that Mini hasn't opted to roll the LSD into the "S" Cooper given the high torque. Given time I believe that they will, but for now BMW wants you to decide for yourself and pay for the difference.

 

Ordered yesterday -- NY, US;

MCS
Mellow Yellow/Blk top
(debating BLK hood stripes -- prob add later -- easier to add later them than take them off later)
16" Bridge spokes w/runflats
Cold Pkg
Cruise/controls/Leather Steering Whl
Standard check/silver Dash
M Yellow Colorline
Cabon/check cloth seats
Might add Chrome line interior -- although I'd like to see the interior without it. Seems all the photos I've found here of the interior of the 07s have chrome.
Cloth mats
and a bill for $22900
Was going to get a new 06 MC for 21000 (with more stuff) reduced to 20500 but I think getting a lesser appointed 07 S for about 2000 more is a good deal and I get to add to my downpayment while I wait (patiently?).

 

Very nice....given the price jumps it's a heck of a deal to get an MCS now!! (although I myself will stick w/ a Cooper.)

 

Ordered in September! Delivery February 9th (hope so). Next week production!!

Colour: Lightning Blue metallic
Roof colour: White
Mirror colour: White
Wheel colour: White
Packages:
-Chili Package (dutch version: Cloth/Leather Ray Pacific Blue, climate control, bi-xenon headlights, compact boardcomputer, extra key with remote, leather sportwheel with multifunction, Crown Spoke wheels, foglights, radio Boost cd, sportbutton, extra interior lighting package, height adjustment passengerseat and floor mats.
Extra options:
-Limited Slip Differential
-Sport suspension
-DSCIII
-Interior surface: Brushed Alloy
-Colour line (kneeroll): Pacific Blue
-JCW Strut-brace for MINI Cooper S (R56)
-White turnindicators.

Car is a lot more expensive than the MINI's in the states. I pay €37409,- euro's for the car, thanks to all the taxes here....

 

1st Mini for me, was stationed in Germany from 89-92. Fell in love with the Mini then and have been wanting one ever since. College for the kid is nearly paid for, was time to pull the trigger. No production number yet, but I'm patient.

Lightning Blue w/White Bonnet Stripes/Roof/Mirrors
17" crown spoke performance-Silver Now/ Still Deciding on White?
Premium package
Sport Package
Cold Weather Package
Xenons
Rear fog lamp
MINI Hi-Fi Package
White Turn-Signal Lights-Still a little iffy on this one
Auto Dimming Rear View
Cloth: Checkered Carbon Black Seats
6-Speed Auto. w/Agitronic Mode

MSRP 27,050

 

Congrats dyelooper!

 

MCS
Dark Silver
Black Roof
Black Bonnet Stripes
White Turn Signals
Chrome line exterior
Chrome Mirror Caps
Premium Package
Sport Package
Sports Leather MF Wheel
17" Crown Spoke (Performance)
6-Speed Getrag Manual
Interior Surface Checkered
Sport Seats, Leather, Punch Carbon Black
Black Carpet Mats

I am so excited I could plotz. I've been waiting for this since 2001.

dean.

 

That is almost identical to mine. I got the cold weather package and interior surface fliud silver as the only difference.

Needless to say, but I think your specs are .

 

This is also very close to what I'll be ordering. I'm not getting the Premium or Sport, instead it will be SAT/NAV and Audio Package. Still don't know about the seats, but they'll be black. I too have been waiting since 2001 but had to wait until I finished paying for my kids college.

 

Am I bad because I'm buying this BEFORE I have kids (I verified a baby seat fits in the back already hehehe)