A few weeks ago I ordered a New Cooper!! Always loved them. Sat on the fence for first gen. New engine, 6 speed auto pushed me over the edge. Love small cars, used to drive a Honda 600 (2 cylinder). Now drive a 2004 Accord EX-L, which is nice but swallows me up. Can't wait.
My order.
Cooper
BRG w/white roof bonnet stripes.
6 spd automatic (Only available until 03/07)
DSC
sport leather steering wheel.
Cold Weather Package
Center Arm Rest.
Checked yesterday at miniusa.com, when directed to BMW owners circle, status has now changed to 'scheduled for or in production, dealer says in production.
Dealer says delivery will be US launch date of Feb 17, although he'll have it sooner.