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Re: Just bought 2006 Mini S-Convert fact JCW-tell me what you think [waltermb]
by busiris
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Jul 06, 2008 (5:47 pm)
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Replying to: waltermb (Jul 06, 2008 5:16 am)
Personally, I think you overpaid. For that price, I would have purchased a new one with the exact options I wanted, in the color I wanted, and a full warranty.
But, what is done is done. So, ....enjoy your ride!
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- #1059 of 1305
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Re: Just bought 2006 Mini S-Convert fact JCW-tell me what you think [busiri
by waltermb
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Jul 06, 2008 (6:17 pm)
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Replying to: busiris (Jul 06, 2008 5:47 pm)
i hear you--i looked at the dealer books--and range with factory jcw was $29-32,000, so i figured i was in the ball park. guess the key for me was finding a red car-convert-with factory jcw--with sold black color leather seats--couple years old with very low mileage--not easy to find and i looked for a year--till i found exactly the this combo. i looked to order a new one--but at least $10,000 more for exact config--new car premium is tough. thanks for the imput
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- #1060 of 1305
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Went-a-shopping
by waterflame
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Jul 09, 2008 (11:53 am)
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I finally got all my financial ducks in a row and went to the nearest Mini dealership in Hartford,CT only to be told that the approximate wait time on any customized Mini was close to 13 weeks. So I called the other dealership in CT and was given a 5 week time but over the phone. I'm not sure who to believe because the wait time is nothing they can control.
The other thing the salesperson in Hartford mentioned was the $400 dealership charge they tack onto the MSRP for processing the paperwork and other formalities. Anyone else have any experience with this?
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- #1061 of 1305
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Sharing lease numbers for a recent deal!
by nwminicruzer
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Jul 09, 2008 (4:07 pm)
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I just signed a lease for an '08 Chili red S Coupe - 24 months, 12K miles/yr
WA Dealer selling at MSRP - $25,350 (Incl Cold Weather & Convenience Pkgs, DSC, Xenon, speaker upgrade, 6spd) + Dealer Prep $595 + Addl Cap Cost (lease origination fee?) $825
So Adj Cap cost = $26,770
MF = 0.00295
Residual = 78%
Tax = 9.1%
Monthly Payment = $467.86
So up front payment = $1,154.61 ($467.80 1st month pmt + 500 security + $136.75 DMV + $50 Doc fee)
What do you folks think? Can't wait the 70 or so days before I get the car 
Thx!
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Re: Went-a-shopping [waterflame]
by fierket
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Jul 10, 2008 (9:32 am)
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Replying to: waterflame (Jul 09, 2008 11:53 am)
Ordering next week in the Detroit area and was quoted 16-20 weeks for a standard Copper and 8-12 on a Cooper S. Not a problem for me since my current lease is up Dec. 1st. Ordering an S and requesting delivery a couple of weeks before my current lease is up just in case it takes longer than the 8-12 weeks or if production times get longer before I need my car!
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- #1063 of 1305
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Re: Went-a-shopping [waterflame]
by alexwalex1
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Jul 12, 2008 (7:37 pm)
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Replying to: waterflame (Jul 09, 2008 11:53 am)
Yes, New Country Mini charges $399 dealer fee and there is no way out of it. We bought one a year ago (well, ordered one on 7/31/07) and got it in less than 5 weeks, so 13 weeks now is a huge change. Perhaps increased demand for these cars? Anyway, the car has been an absolute joy! So if you test drove it and liked it, get it! I must add that I am sure another Mini dealer is charging a similar fee -- very unlikely to be any less than $399.
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Re: Went-a-shopping [alexwalex1]
by waterflame
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Jul 13, 2008 (8:24 am)
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Replying to: alexwalex1 (Jul 12, 2008 7:37 pm)
That's the thing! I spoke to a guy in the Mini of the Hamptons and there is no dealership fee. I love the car and am definitely going to get it. it's just a question of where from. I'll let the local dealer know about this and see what happens. Frankly, this fee is bullshit and comes across as a very tacky way of making money.
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Re: Went-a-shopping [waterflame]
by weinerdog1
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Jul 13, 2008 (4:49 pm)
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Replying to: waterflame (Jul 13, 2008 8:24 am)
Exactly! There are still PLENTY of dealers who won't add on garbage fees and markup over MSRP. Simply call around and find out which ones. I'd also suggest checking out www.northamericanmotoring.com for dealership feedback and buyer experiences. Plenty of folks(many CA residents) have been told 1-3k over sticker, and they've responded by buying out of state and getting to roadtrip with their new car.
Road Trip to avoid markup
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Press Request
by KarenS HOST
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Jul 16, 2008 (4:32 pm)
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A newswire reporter would like to speak with owners of the Mini Cooper. If you are an owner, please respond to ctalati edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than Friday, July 18th.
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Re: Required Add-ons? [dustman9000]
by minifan3
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Jul 16, 2008 (5:03 pm)
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Replying to: dustman9000 (Jun 13, 2008 12:45 am)
If they were hard up to sell a car then I'm sure they would negotiate price and packages with you. However the fact is that MINI is in such high demand with the rise of gas prices that dealearships can sell them for pretty much whatever they want. You don't buy the car thats no skin off their back, there is another guy standing in line right behind you to buy it. Good luck finding a MINI under MSRP, it's not gonna happen!
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