The MINI Driver Training is not a new thing in Germany. I was talking to one of the drivers who takes the BMW and MINI driver training when we test drove the Works GP. Sounds excellent fun.
I've attached the German PDF here. I know Irish dealers already have brochures (large ones) with fabric samples etc. thay can show and the UK dealers should get these very soon also.
Also, your UK dealer will be able to place orders on the system officially on Monday 21st August for the new model.
As far as I'm aware 18th November is still the expected day of "launch" and first vehicle collections in Europe and UK.
I've had this for a while too, but didn't want to spoil all the official stuff:
http://www.mini2.com/pdf/MINI_options.pdf
Might be of interest?