There's No Poker in the Long Beach Rally..
 

So who is planning on going to this years Rally? It's being called Motoring For Swag--not to be confused with NAM's MotorSwag. Lots of new prizes and gifts for attendees. They've taken all the feedback from previous years and working hard to make a BIG IMPACT.

Signup is here:
http://www.eyegiantmedia.com/minifinal.html

While details are still being finalized, there are several things happening for certain.

1.) Participation is going to be capped, so if you're thinking of going, get signed up today as they are more than half full.

2.) The Rally isn't a morning/afternoon event--it's afternoon/evening.

3.) The new t-shirts are pretty cool, and very different from past Rallys.

4.) Long Beach MINI has decided to break out of the mold. Everyone is doing a Poker Rally these days, but they still recognize the need to Motor and Mingle with fellow MINIers, and that we all want to win prizes, so this year they are providing numerous opportunities for everyone to walk away with something cool. Just maybe other dealers will follow suit next year!

5.) Long lines are boring, not to mention uncomfortable in the sweltering heat. Registration is expected to be in car this time--in small groups at predetermined times. So come prepared with cash and waiver forms in hand so you don't miss out!

6.) The big prizes they are offering are items that aren't even for sale yet. I've seen them, and would love to own a few!

7.) Yes, there is a womens volleyball component, but don't worry, it's not like they had a bunch of free tickets to give away and decided to make an event about it. LB MINI is intertwining MINI events and more opportunities to win prizes throughout the game. There's even talk of a MINI VIP party afterwards. So even if you aren't a fan of womens volleyball, LB MINI is going to make it worth your while to try something new for a change.

8.) The events will be centered around the Pyramid at Cal State Long Beach instead of the dealership like past years. I've seen some interesting ideas in the works for MINIizing this, and if they really pull it off, which I'm confident they will, that alone is a reason to hang out after dark.

9.) There's going to be a race. Think AutoX but MINI style. You might want to gear up with your track helmet, gloves, racing suit-- just for fun, or not, and the gals, if you plan to wear a skirt/dress for the event make sure to bring some sweats or shorts to change into so you aren't left out of the fun.

So have you signed up yet and gotten your number???
http://www.eyegiantmedia.com/minifinal.html

I am signed up. See you there!

Bummer, this year the date conflicts with SEMA. When you are having BBQ and mini conversation I will be driving to Vegas.

Have fun, get some pix and video...this will be the first one I have missed, maybe My daughter will go with her silk green mini :thumbsup:

Ah, I am supposed to go to SEMA myself. Plus the SCMM is having a run that day. That sucks - three things in one day.

And I'm in. Thanks for the reminder Richard!! LB didnt remind me :(

I'm all signed up! Not exactly sure what I'm in for...

Got the email confirming my number today.

Steve

Richard - waiver and cash? How much cash and where do you get a waiver form?:sly:

Bud if you are driving TO vegas on the 5th you will have no trouble getting a room as the show ends on the 4th. :)

Sema is 11/1 thru 11/4 this year .

Randy
M7 Tuning

WOW this sounds sooooo much better than last years! I wasnt going to feel too bad for missing this years if it was like last years but now I'm sad to miss it. I have a Saturday class! Booooooooo Grrrrrrrr

Wooohoooo!
If it's in the afternoon, i can still go sailing in the morning :)

Hmmmmm... i haven't won any prizes in a while...LOL

*Signed Up & Ready to MOTOR!*

Waivers will be sent out to all registered participants. Numbers are being distributed manually through email. I haven't received anything either, but if you registered a few weeks ago, I'd register again just to make sure you're on the list--cause I registered when the site first went up, but I wasn't on the master list either.

re: Cash
I think it's $20/car which includes lunch and the rally shirt and some other goodies. Don't hold me to that number---I think last year was $25, though my memory isn't the greatest--but $20 is being tossed around right now as the number.

re: SEMA
interesting--I forgot about that--I'm supposed to be there as well.

re: SCMM Run
Well, WCM is also having a run that weekend to Calico that unfortunately will be missing as well, but I think this event is going to be a lot of fun, so I don't feel bad.

re: Brian
Awww that's too bad---yeah hope Amanda can come

re: Matt
Yes I know---they told me that they sent out emails to owners and everyone in their database, but I too never received anything--but keep an eye on this thread as I will be posting updates as they come in.

I registered about 2 weeks ago, got my rally number on Oct 20.

just FYI.

Steve

Yep, I believe it'll start around 2 or 3pm. It's still being finalized.

Can't wait looks like a lot of Fun
 

I will register again to be sure. I registered 10/3/05. No confirmation back yet.

Looking forward to it - sounds like fun!!!

I'm signed up and have a number. Not sure what I have signed up for as it seems like a bit of a mystery this year. Keep us posted OctaneGuy.

:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: Thanks Richard for the update! I am registered, got an email saying I'm #39 a week ago. It should be a fun event!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

I've signed up too! Have not received a number yet. I'll be there to support c3 and help you out with anything you need Richard. Can't wait.
Everyone will have to wish my sister "Reggie" a happy Birthday since it will be the day after -6th!!:thumbsup:
Jeanine

:eek: Hyper Blue '05 MC

Got my # from LB MINI!
(perhaps u need to ask LB MINI to put ya in again Richard???)

Thanks for the updates Richard.
I'm glad to see such active participation again w/ the dealership on your part.
Hope it doesn't rain...But if it does; maybe i'll have a better chance at gettin' some swag eh?

Reggies B-Day: does that mean she has a better chance of taking home some prizes??? hmmmmm.

thanks for the info..

see if i can make it..:thumbsup:

Add me to that growing number of wanna-be participants who have registered and not received a number or confirmation. I'll wait a bit longer I suppose. Patience was never my thing.

I expect to be paying a visit to the folks at Long Beach this week to find out about the numbers.

You don't say? :lol:

Mine neither. :sad: :mad: :impatient :cry: ..............you see. Hehe

Jeanine

For all c3 members who haven't received a number yet, I'm going to make sure you get yours by today. Also, I believe they are pulling the plug on signups shortly as they have reached their goal of 150 signups. They might allow a few extra to accomodate cancellations, but looks like those that didn't sign up are too late.

Phubear
Yeah, Long Beach was absent for awhile due to various internal problems, but we never gave up support on them. :thumbsup: I'm happy to know they are still one of our strongest supporters, and this years rally should bring that out even more. :grin:

I didnt get a number yet, but hopefully I'm in. Dont want to have to crash this. :razz: :nod: