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Replying to: exit64 (Jul 25, 2006 8:48 am) I drive a pair of 04 Mountainer's. The leases are up in a couple months, and I want 1 smaller, fun car. The Mountaineer listed for $40,000, and my payment is $325.00 per month, and I put 0 down. The resale on that thing is terrible. The Mini listed for $29,600. I was quoted $560/month! The resale is great, so I assumed they would offer a much better money factor. I know I paid 10k off sticker for the mountaineer, and I'm paying sticker for the Mini, I would think that the payment should br close. Has anyone leased an 06 S for around $325-$350 with $0 down? |
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Replying to: exit64 (Jul 25, 2006 8:48 am) The 2007 is very similar to the 2006 at first glance, but depending on how much you follow the Mini depends on how distinguishable it is. I'd venture to say it's very distinguishable--these things stick out: The wheel arch trim is much bigger. Looks terrible--it really sticks out, don't know what they were thinking--it's totally out of proportion to the car now. I could pick out a 2007 on the trim alone. The rear end is substantially different, mostly for the better. The front isn't as nice on the 2007--you lose the lines and proportion by adding heighth and length to the nose--it looks more like an accomodation to the euro pedestrian laws than a further evolution of the Mini (The original designer of the Mini didn't work on the 2007, and IMHO it shows) . The lights are no longer integrated into the clamshell bonnet, but this will be tough to tell with the naked eye. (but the clamshell bonnet still remains--good choice, a standard hood would look awful on the mini). The grill shape is also more angular, less oval--I like old one better. There will be potentially some very nice additions though--HP may go up slightly (by 5), and wieght should be substantially reduced, and gas mileage should be substantially better on the newer model. From a looks standpoint, I think the 2006 wins hands down. From a performance standpoint, the 2007 is looking good. I own a 2006 (I bought it specifically because of concerns with the 2007, rather than waiting for the 2007), and bought it with the intention of either holding on to it forever and modding it, or trading in. I'm fairly set on holding on to it (I've added the JCW brakes and suspension), but won't make a final decision until I've driven a 2007. |
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Replying to: sitcur (Apr 20, 2005 1:27 pm) I custom configured the auto online and it’s scheduled to arrive at the dealership in mid August of 06. A week ago I logged into my account to check the status of my MINI and noticed a Navigation system was listed as installed…even though I did not order it. I called my MINI Rep that same day and let her know. She confirmed that they did install the navigation and that it was a mistake made on their end (MINI). My rep told me there is nothing she or the MINI Dealership can do about the mistake. She said my only options are to either: A.) Take the car “as is” and pay the additional costs of the Navigation B.) Place a new order and wait for them to build a new car according to my configuration. Unfortunately I’m not at liberty to wait several more months while a new car is built...nor should I have to. I need a new car by the end of August regardless of what happens. Also, I have a very tight budget and don’t want the navigation system that was installed…I bought my own portable navigation so I have no need for one even if I could afford it. This is such a strange situation; MINI messed up the order and I will be help accountable for it? After waiting so long to get this car I can’t believe this is the result. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated. Also, has anyone had a similar experience? Does anyone know who I should contact with my issue? Thanks, Mike |
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Replying to: shaymbs (Jul 26, 2006 1:04 pm) When did you first place your order? |
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Replying to: shaymbs (Jul 26, 2006 1:04 pm)
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Replying to: cct1 (Jul 22, 2006 2:44 pm) Here's the reply email I got from the Mini Cooper factory in Oxford England about closures and or production of the Mini's being slowed: Dear * * * Thank you for your email to MINI Customer Information. We can confirm that during the summer of 2006 an extended closure is planned for the refurbishment of the visitor centre at plant Oxford and updates to the tour. The dates of this closure are still to be advised. We hope this information is of help. Yours sincerely MINI UK Muneerah Sadiq Product Information Advisor Ellesfield Avenue Bracknell RG12 8TA Tel: 0800 083 6464 Fax: 0870 5050 206 Email: customer.information  mini.co.uk Website: www.mini.co.uk His reply to my email is a little confusing to me... I'm not too sure if the visitor's center extended closure in August includes the production plant. H-m-m-m-m 
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Replying to: bfromhold (Jul 29, 2006 8:31 am) |
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Replying to: cct1 (Jul 26, 2006 7:00 pm)
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I ordered my '06 Cooper S today.  I went to a dealership on the South Shore of Long Island, NY. The representative was extremely helpful and honest. The dealership gave a $500 discount plus floor mats for free. to top it all off, they had a BBQ and served us lunch. Go to Hassel!  Also, we went to a dealership on the North Shore of Long Island, NY before going to where I purchased my Cooper. We tried to bargain w/ the manager but he was such a B*****d!! He only gave us a $250 discount. What an insult. Also, his 'air" about him really turned me off and I wasn't going to give this dealership 1 cent of my hard earned $$$.
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