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#124 of 1056 '05 Mini Cooper S in NC? by killer_b Jan 16, 2005 (8:00 pm)
Has anyone recently purchased, ordered or otherwise received a quote from a Mini dealer in NC? I'm looking for one thats loaded with the exception of leather seating.   I'm considering the JCW package but I would like to hear some feedback from anyone that has one before I invest. Everything I've read and heard (Mini literature) so far is that the extra performance is more than just noticeable. It's very noticeable. Any thoughts?   Also, You have to give Kudos to BMW/MINI on how they have marketed the new MINIs with the miniusa website. By creating such an array of options in color, performance... etc, they have controlled the market in such a way that I imagine 75% or more of Mini sales are custom ordered cars. (Read between the lines.... people will pay more for a car that they have customized and perceive as "unique".) Not to mention, people have already gone through sticker shock before they arrive at the dealer... and if the website says thats the cost... then it must be true.   Cheers, Killer_B
#125 of 1056 by markjenn Jan 16, 2005 (10:13 pm)
Joe, yes I have a 2004 MCS.   Well, 2 mins is probably not a problem, but everything I've read says that you want to get the engine through its rich-mixture, high-wear warmup period as quickly as possible without pushing the engine. So the best bet, for both economy and engine life, is to start it up and as soon as it will take throttle reasonably well, start driving it gently.   But do whatever makes you comfortable. Good luck with your new ride,   - Mark Replies to this message: joester (Jan 19, 2005 5:47 pm)
#126 of 1056 Adding to An Order by spidey Jan 17, 2005 (12:58 pm)
Has anyone tried to add an option after receiving a production number when ordering a MINI? I wanted to see if I could add an option, but would rather not "upset" the production process if I do.   Thanks! Replies to this message: rthornton (Jan 18, 2005 1:16 pm)
#127 of 1056 Changes post VIN by markjenn Jan 18, 2005 (8:34 am)
You are able to change the order up to a certain point in the process. I'm not sure what you mean by "production number", but if you mean a VIN, then it is possible to make changes downstream of this, but only for a limited time. Call your MA and they will give you the final word and take care of it if they can.   - Mark
#128 of 1056 Re: Adding to An Order [spidey] by rthornton Jan 18, 2005 (1:16 pm)
Replying to: spidey (Jan 17, 2005 12:58 pm) If you have your production number, then you can go to www.miniusa.com and register with the Owners' Lounge. One of the options there is "Track Your Mini" which shows where your Mini is in the production cycle. Mine is awaiting transportation.   There are also a number of very helpful forums in the Owners' Lounge.   Roger.
#129 of 1056 Re: [markjenn] by joester Jan 19, 2005 (5:47 pm)
Replying to: markjenn (Jan 16, 2005 10:13 pm) Mark, My car is a 2005 Cooper. I was just curious: 1.if you do your own service and 2. how often you do have the car serviced. Joe
#130 of 1056 Re: Adding to An Order [rthornton] by spidey Jan 19, 2005 (6:11 pm)
RT, thanks for the advice on the Owners' Lounge. Needless to say that the moment I got my production number, I ran to my computer and entered my name. Amazed that their system picked up the type, color, and options. I'm so hooked into the whole MINI thing, it's becoming a cult.   Unfortunately, my MA has not returned my phone call I made yesterday regarding options. I think I'm going to talk to the sales manager for the answer. Replies to this message: rthornton (Jan 20, 2005 11:29 am)
#131 of 1056 Re: Adding to An Order [spidey] by rthornton Jan 20, 2005 (11:29 am)
Replying to: spidey (Jan 19, 2005 6:11 pm) Spidey,   My Mini had gotten to the "Scheduled for Production" phase when I found out that the Rear Fog Light was now available. I called Long Beach Mini & since actual production had not started, I was able to add it. So definitely give it a try.
#132 of 1056 Re: Adding to An Order [rthornton] by spidey Jan 20, 2005 (9:53 pm)
I sent them a detailed email, per their request, of the option change. I hope they received it.   Long Beach MINI? That's the dealer I'm working with! Email me and we'll compare Coopers.
#133 of 1056 Current Mini Money Factor and lease quote by sfcharlie Feb 26, 2005 (11:43 am)
San Francisco Mini quoted us a money factor of .0034 today on a Mini convertible (regular, not "S") we have coming in.   Base MSRP + 21,450 Cold weather = $300 Premium package = 1,350 Auto trans = 1,300 DCS = 500 Sport seats = 300 fog lights = 150 so, net total = 25,350   destination charge = 550   MSRP = 25,900   residual quoted at 65% for 36 months and 12k miles per year   With money factor of .0034, and $1,000 down, the sales manager says monthly lease payment would be about $435.   Good deal? Bad deal? Money factor likely to go up, down on March 1 (or no one ever knows)?   Thanks for any help SFCharlie

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