They will not divuldge info, either because A) I found out something they hoped to keep quiet, or B) They themselves don't know exactly what they will all do yet and don't want to start rummors that not might end up to be fact. From what I have learned is that Dinan usually releases stuff for a new model about 4-8 months after it is released. This could be another reason they don't want to say anything yet as there is still some signifigant time till that happens.
I do not agree with the comment about the dealers. My dealer, Patrick MINI seems to be very knowledgeable and very enthusiastic. They are not charging extra, not forcing options, etc. I call up and ask them something they try to answer, if they don't know, they say, and then usually get a response a bit latter once they were able to get the information. Not saying all dealers are the best, but my dealer is great, and if things continue they way they are going, I would defintely go the extra 300 miles to them to get another car from one of their many dealerships, even if i can get the same car around the corner from my place. They are doing a very good job and obtaining a customer for life. I think alot of dealers are missing this and want immediate revenue. Patrick is smart, they know to make money, they need to provide great service, keep me happy, and i'll return to them for more cars, which in the long run would make them alot more then a few thousand markup or making me get GPS.
My two cents.
Cheers |