Hello everyone.

Former classic Mini owner and Mini Miglia racer, back with Mini and a new Pepper White One D Clubman for the wife.

Have enjoyed driving it so much that I've just ordered a new Cooper SD Convertible with Chili & Convertible packs for myself also. :)

More detail on how we arrived here is on the Welcome New Members section It's good to be back thread.

Here's the spec I've chosen:

ZM56 MINI Cooper SD Convertible 2.0
A63 Lightning Blue
FKE1 Clth/Lea Ray Carbon Black

Options
7L9 Convertible Pack
387 Wind deflector
494 Seat heating, front
6A1 Openometer
872 CHILI Pack
249 Multi-function controls for s'wheel
2GD 17" Conical Spoke Alloys
423 Floor mats, velour
450 Pass. seat height adjustment
493 Extended storage
520 Foglights, front
522 Xenon headlights + wash
534 Automatic Air Conditioning
550 On-Board Computer
563 Extended Interior Light Package
6ND Basic Bluetooth with USB
+
322 Comfort Access
473 Armrest - front, centre
4C1 Colour Line Carbon Black
521 Rain sensor with auto. headlight activation

Printout from the website configurator also attached.

Should be early January delivery - I can't wait, and neither can the wife, as she'll finally get to drive the Clubman more often than me... ;)

Nice - I'm glad they've brought Lightning Blue back - such a cool colour.

Might have to wait a bit to enjoy some roof down driving though!

Thanks Darth, I'm really glad Lightning Blue is back too.

As long as it's not actually raining, I'll be having the top down when I drive it away from the dealer on its first journey, and as often as possible afterwards.

The wind deflector will help, and the heated seats are good enough to keep you warm in Siberia... :)

Dealer has now confirmed our Cooper SD Convertible is currently showing as scheduled for production in the 2nd week in January. :)

Awesome stuff. What a cool way to start the new year!

Yeay! Our Cooper SD Convertible has finally arrived at the dealer, and we're going to be collecting it on Saturday morning - can't wait :D

So? How is it? Any piccies?