[MiniMpi]

Ordered my spec last Friday.

Spec's so far! as follows(subject to change ):
MINI Cooper,
Chilli pack,
Chilli Red/White roof and mirror caps,
Bonnet stripes,
Rooster Red/Black Cloth/Leather Sport seats(part of chiili pack),
Rooster Red Lower dash trim,
Silver Dash,
Bi-Xenon's,
Exterior Mirror pack,
Visibility pack,
17" Alloy's(don't know which one's yet ).

Not sure about Visibility pack,I was ordering everything in it bar the heated screen so put it down on my spec but would like to know what people think of the heated screen in current model?
Do you notice the 'lines' in the screen? Even at night?
If you wear glasses, are you 'drawn' to the lines?
It's only €90 over what I was ordering but want to know if it's good or not.
Thanks in advance,
Fergal.

[Trophy160]

Hi,

Congrats on the new car spec, not that much different to what my Mrs ordered this weekend.

You can't see the lines in the heated screen unless you really stare at it.
In the winter its great you just hit the button and in a few minutes the ice from the front screen is gone.

It was developed by Ford, apparently the key it not being seen is the distance between the wires, not the size of the wires

Paul;

[Paul]

I lived with heated screen for quite a while on my old S, and you can see the lines but you "look beyond them". Hard to explain, but they're not really an issue. The only issue sometimes is sort of "heat haze" which is a little strange, or the way they can distort oncoming lights/glare etc.

I'm not ordering it, but if you do park outside in the winter the pros FAR outweigh the cons.

[Olly.]

Nice spec. You not tempted with the multi function steering wheel?

[MiniMpi]

Quote: Originally Posted by ollymale (original)

Nice spec. You not tempted with the multi function steering wheel?

Did'nt spec in my MINI ONE and got so used to not having it I would'nt know what to do with myself
if I got it!
Fergal.

[MiniMpi]

Thanks for the replies guy's.
Fergal.

[smartbomb]

Great spec.....
...like the red theme.

Just getting curious as my deposit has been in for some weeks now and heard nothing.....

[MiniMpi]

Thanks,
What's the story about your deposit?
Fergal.

[~Marcus~]

Quote: Originally Posted by MiniMpi (original)

Ordered my spec last Friday.

Spec's so far! as follows(subject to change ):
MINI Cooper,
Chilli pack,
Chilli Red/White roof and mirror caps,
Bonnet stripes,
Rooster Red/Black Cloth/Leather Sport seats(part of chiili pack),
Rooster Red Lower dash trim,
Silver Dash,
Bi-Xenon's,
Exterior Mirror pack,
Visibility pack,
17" Alloy's(don't know which one's yet ).

Not sure about Visibility pack,I was ordering everything in it bar the heated screen so put it down on my spec but would like to know what people think of the heated screen in current model?
Do you notice the 'lines' in the screen? Even at night?
If you wear glasses, are you 'drawn' to the lines?
It's only €90 over what I was ordering but want to know if it's good or not.
Thanks in advance,
Fergal.

NIce spec - I will be going for the Rooster Red Colour Line myself if I hadn't decided to shell out for full leather luxury

I'm not getting the heated screen because I drove around in a hire car which had it and my eyes kept focusing on the filaments - though I know others don't notice it - not worth it for the 2 frosty days a year you get in London

I'm having 17" inch wheel dilemma - white Crown Spoke or silver flame spoke? the Flame Spokes look great in the flesh though I reckon loads of people are going to order them but white wheels are bolder and suprisingly rare - decisions decisions!

[Chris.F]

MINI Cooper,
Chilli pack, Front Fogs, Chrome Line Exterior, Switch Lighting, 3 Spoke Spts Lea St wheel (+multifunction)
Auto Air-Con
Chrono Pack ***(Listed on options but dealer says not available)
Chilli Red/White roof and mirror caps,
Bonnet stripes in white,
Rooster Red/Black Cloth/Leather Sport seats(part of chiili pack),
Rooster Red Lower dash trim and door pads
Fluid Silver Dash &Elliptical Door Trim
Bi-Xenon's & washers.
White Lenses on rear and side flashers.
Heated mirrors/washerjets, folding.
Chrome Line Interior
Visibility pack, Rain Sensor & Lights On Auto Dim -Mirror, Heated Screen
Smoker Pack (just for active electric socket for speed detector)
Storage compartment pack in back of seats.
Park Distance Control.
ASC+T
I-Pod link
Auto-Glym Lifeshine
16" Blasters (for now!)

After Delivery.
Tracker 'Echo' - purely for insurance reduction as young driver
Also arranging for Ventureshield Paint Protection on front of car - including lights when pattern available.

Delivery end of November?

[MiniMpi]

Nice spec Chris.F Strangely similar to mine
Congrats,
Fergal.

[MiniMpi]

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Marcus~ (original)

NIce spec - I will be going for the Rooster Red Colour Line myself if I hadn't decided to shell out for full leather luxury

I'm not getting the heated screen because I drove around in a hire car which had it and my eyes kept focusing on the filaments - though I know others don't notice it - not worth it for the 2 frosty days a year you get in London

I'm having 17" inch wheel dilemma - white Crown Spoke or silver flame spoke? the Flame Spokes look great in the flesh though I reckon loads of people are going to order them but white wheels are bolder and suprisingly rare - decisions decisions!

Fairly definite that I'm not going to go for heated screen,been thinking about it alot for last few days and like you say for the few days of ice etc. I don't think it's worth possibly upsetting the normal driving of the car.
They are the same wheel choice dilemma I have except both in silver!
I have a set of 16" replica s-spokes at the moment so I'll probably go for Flame spoke's to be different from what I have(had).
Best of luck with your new MINI.
Fergal.

[Chris.F]

Hi Fergal - Very similar Spec! The heated screen in my dads car is fantastic as we live in the country. You do see the lines in certain conditions but is much better than seeing ice on a cold morning.

I've now speced interior trim - fluid silver after some confusion to match the car seen on the website. Good luck with your order also.

[Trophy160]

HI,

Is the I-pod link factroy installed or dealer aftermarket fit ?

My dealer thinks that it is aftermarket, If it's factory can you let me know what the option code for it is ?

Regards

Paul;

[Chris.F]

The i-pod link is a dealer fit £180 inc VAT fitted - a bit costly but neat and fits in glove box, works with the multi function wheel. Must be a 5th generation I-Pod to work I've been told.

Hope this helps

Chris

[MiniMpi]

Right!,
Think I have my spec sorted......
MINI Cooper,
Chilli pack,
Chilli Red/White roof and mirror caps,
Bonnet stripes,
Rooster Red/Black Cloth/Leather Sport seats(part of chiili pack),
Rooster Red Lower dash trim,
Silver Dash,
Bi-Xenon's,
Exterior Mirror pack,
Visibility pack,(decided to go with the heated screen after all!)
White indicator lights,
Storage compartment pack,
Crown Spoke 17" Alloys.

After I get it I will probably get the new Spotlamps and maybe the above mentioned i-pod link.

Fergal.

[Olly.]

Nice spec

When are you expecting delivery?

[MiniMpi]

Early December,7th or 8th I think.
But will not be taking delivery until January 2007 for '07 plate instead of '06.
07-C-56 maybe........

[MiniMpi]

Changed my spec again :-)
This IS the Final spec as D-Day is looming!(next Wednesday)
MINI Cooper,
Chilli pack,
Chilli Red/White roof and mirror caps,
Bonnet stripes,
Rooster Red/Black Cloth/Leather Sport seats(part of chiili pack),
Rooster Red Lower dash trim,
Silver Dash,
Bi-Xenon's,
Exterior Mirror pack,
Auto Dimming Interior mirror,
Auto Lights and Wipers,
White indicator lights,
MFSW,
Crown Spoke 17" Alloys.

Fergal.

[Chris.F]

Mpi - Fluid Slver or bright silver? Choices!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Still very similar spec! Wheels look a good choice. Had the smokers pack for the active power socket for my camera detector. No cost option.

Interested to see your pics! I'm now getting mine on 24th Dec. Ventureshield going to be available for £299 (bargain) for front protection & lights when vehicle launches.