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Dr Scott · Nov 17th, 2004, 06:16 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tit

Hey ScottyF...(And all the other Aussie Mini2'ers!!)

Like you I've been a long-time reader, but this is my first time posting.

I ordered a DS/B MCS in August from Philip Mini Garage too

.

My stinkin' commodore is driving me crazy!!! January seems so far away! (The August orders are supposed to be built some-time this month).

Did the Black/Black demo car help you make up your mind about colour?

I was wondering, how have you found your service at Philip? I haven't heard a peep from them since I placed my order. I've been trying to get hold of an order number or, when the car is finally built, for them to pass a VIN on to me so I can track the car...they haven't been very helpful on that front.

Anyway...I feel your joy/pain! - The Joy of contemplating how I can spend my hard earned money on goodies for my mini and fantisising about finally driving my own!

..And the pain of driving what feels like an ocean-liner, knowing that there's mini's out there that I could be driving instead....!!

Oh yeah, my order was - DS/B MCS Cordoba Beige, phone prep, Chili pack...

The big day feels so close, but soooooo far!!

...Tit

Hi there tit,

I didn't actually see the black/black demo there unitl after ordered... saw one in Sydney though and that tipped the balance!

I've found the service from Phillip to be on and off... when I first went in and was keen they never got back even though I called them a couple of times. Then I went to Sydney to see a dealer or two and had a shocker of an experience with someone up there, thought Phillip weren't so bad afterall.

I think the trick must be to keep hassling, even though it shouldn't be necessary. Apparently they have some improved tracking method now so they could tell me build date, shipping arrival etc. My advice is to persevere with them. After all the best things are hardest to come by

I hear what you say about the phone prep too, that's why I ordered mine and I was a bit ****ed off to hear of the new aerial only after mine is built. I just figure it can't be helped now.

I look forward to seeing everyone out there in the ACT!!!

minigolf · Nov 17th, 2004, 07:30 AM

So, did you get your VIN? Half the fun is tracking your car yourself. If you have your VIN read this thread ... http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?f...q_tracking_usa

It says it is for US customers, but scroll down to the Wallenius Wilhelmsen bit, that's the bit you want. Then once the car is in Australia let us know and we'll track down the TNT logistics website which tells you were she's at.

See examples below...

:

enzothemaddog · Nov 17th, 2004, 09:36 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tit

Cheers! That at least looks a bit better! That looks like a website that's going to hurt my wallet!

mmmmhahahhahaha. It's just the start mate

btw, test drove an M3 today, just incase

, whilst their spotted the new Black eyed purple MC. Dealer and I both agreed "bit too purple".

Todd! · Nov 17th, 2004, 11:04 AM

What color was the M3?

Buy it, you know you want to!! LOL

Todd

minigolf · Nov 17th, 2004, 11:22 AM

Oh, my beesting aerial cost precisely $0.00 ... and no, I didn't steal it.

Let's just say I have connections.

:

Todd! · Nov 17th, 2004, 12:24 PM

You gave sexual favours for it?

LOL

Todd

minigolf · Nov 17th, 2004, 10:04 PM

Yeah, do you want some too Toddy.

Giordy · Nov 17th, 2004, 11:04 PM

just read thru this thread.....i ordered my MCS in mid-June and am still waiting...although it has landed and i should get my hands on it next week.....

MCS Chilli, Dark Silver / White, Full black leather, GT stripes, 4 fog lamps, etc
i will post some pics when i can.

ScottyB · Nov 17th, 2004, 11:22 PM

Congrats Giordy

enzothemaddog · Nov 18th, 2004, 01:13 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS

What color was the M3?

Buy it, you know you want to!! LOL

Todd

Dark blue SMG2.
Nice, BUT was'nt 35K more impressed than the 350. Plus I hate pushy salespeople.
But did love the 19" forged alloys and paddle shift but was a bit jumpy and its not great on downshifts with the SMG system.

Tit · Nov 18th, 2004, 09:13 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf

Oh, my beesting aerial cost precisely $0.00 ... and no, I didn't steal it.

Let's just say I have connections.

:

Ha! Do your 'connections' include someone who lent you a pair of garden clippers to make the necessary adjustments?

minigolf · Nov 18th, 2004, 10:31 AM

Nah, it's all legit ... I promise.

Tit · Nov 19th, 2004, 03:09 AM

Nice!

I just a call from the new service manager in Philip. He just wanted to know if I needed anything or had any gripes...too bad he can't make the car get here quicker!

That's the sorta service you want if you're buying a $50k car...!

Dr Scott · Nov 22nd, 2004, 09:45 PM

Have faith Tit, I went into the dealership at Philip yeaterday and my MCS has arrived 3 WEEKS EARLY!!!!!!! Yay!!

A huge tease though... not expecting it by now, the finance isn't yet sorted and I'll have to wait till Friday, but I did drool over it lovingly. The anthracite and chrome interior look even better than I had thought.

I might see if I can sleep in it overnights until Friday

Tit · Nov 24th, 2004, 03:01 PM

Wow! Did you say you ordered yours in late August?
I've got a guy keen to look at my dunny-dore tomorrow. Fingers crossed I can offload it and not get stuck like that. I'm still working on a late Jan delivery.

I'm so jealous!!!

Lucky *******!

Hope it's worth the wait!

minigolf · Nov 24th, 2004, 09:30 PM

Oh yes, it WILL be worth the wait.

Congrats Dr Scott, that is great news. You will be over the moon, I promise.

Cheers Liam

Dr Scott · Nov 24th, 2004, 09:40 PM

Thanks guys

My order actually went in on the 1st of August and it arrived on tuesday morning, surprising even the guys at the dealership. It has taken some creative financing to sort out the jeep, giving me time to sell it, but he whirlwind to get everything in place for tomorrow has somehow worked out.

I'll definitley have to find time to snap some pictures on the weekend in the few moments I'm not driving, I already have a queue of people wanting lifts everywhere, taking all the long cuts I can!

minigolf · Nov 24th, 2004, 09:46 PM

Good work Scott.

Getting the car on a Friday afternoon is the best.

Tit · Nov 25th, 2004, 10:15 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Dr Scott

Thanks guys

My order actually went in on the 1st of August and it arrived on tuesday morning, surprising even the guys at the dealership. It has taken some creative financing to sort out the jeep, giving me time to sell it, but he whirlwind to get everything in place for tomorrow has somehow worked out.

I'll definitley have to find time to snap some pictures on the weekend in the few moments I'm not driving, I already have a queue of people wanting lifts everywhere, taking all the long cuts I can!

WAAH!

(haha)...I ordred mine around 20 Aug...I'm sure I won't see it until the end of Jan...

It looks like I've got a buyer for my conforma-dore though

(so hopefully no 'creative' financing for me). He's in a bit of a rush, so I may end up carless over Christmas and New Years....As opposed to you, Dr Scott, who probably won't leave your car until sometime after new years!

Happy Motoring Mate!

Tit · Jan 13th, 2005, 11:58 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tit

WAAH!

(haha)...I ordred mine around 20 Aug...I'm sure I won't see it until the end of Jan...

It looks like I've got a buyer for my conforma-dore though

(so hopefully no 'creative' financing for me). He's in a bit of a rush, so I may end up carless over Christmas and New Years....As opposed to you, Dr Scott, who probably won't leave your car until sometime after new years!

Happy Motoring Mate!

Dr Scott, if your'e still around, and those that may be interested, I'm picking up my car on Tuesday 18 Jan....it's been a long wait, but it will be good. My old car is sold, insurance and finance is sorted...it's all falling into place! Woooo!!

They are even polishing the car with some Meguairs NXT that I've given them, instead of the BMW polish that they use....sweeet....!

Nov 17th, 2004, 07:30 AM	#42 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	So, did you get your VIN? Half the fun is tracking your car yourself. If you have your VIN read this thread ... http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?f...q_tracking_usa It says it is for US customers, but scroll down to the Wallenius Wilhelmsen bit, that's the bit you want. Then once the car is in Australia let us know and we'll track down the TNT logistics website which tells you were she's at. See examples below... : Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 17th, 2004, 11:22 AM	#45 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Oh, my beesting aerial cost precisely $0.00 ... and no, I didn't steal it. Let's just say I have connections. : Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 17th, 2004, 10:04 PM	#47 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Yeah, do you want some too Toddy. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 17th, 2004, 11:04 PM	#48 (permalink)
Giordy MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Adelaide, Australia Local Time: 07:00 AM Posts: 7 Offline	just read thru this thread.....i ordered my MCS in mid-June and am still waiting...although it has landed and i should get my hands on it next week..... MCS Chilli, Dark Silver / White, Full black leather, GT stripes, 4 fog lamps, etc i will post some pics when i can. MCS coming soon!

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Nov 17th, 2004, 06:16 AM	#41
Dr Scott MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Canberra Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tit Hey ScottyF...(And all the other Aussie Mini2'ers!!) Like you I've been a long-time reader, but this is my first time posting. I ordered a DS/B MCS in August from Philip Mini Garage too . My stinkin' commodore is driving me crazy!!! January seems so far away! (The August orders are supposed to be built some-time this month). Did the Black/Black demo car help you make up your mind about colour? I was wondering, how have you found your service at Philip? I haven't heard a peep from them since I placed my order. I've been trying to get hold of an order number or, when the car is finally built, for them to pass a VIN on to me so I can track the car...they haven't been very helpful on that front. Anyway...I feel your joy/pain! - The Joy of contemplating how I can spend my hard earned money on goodies for my mini and fantisising about finally driving my own! ..And the pain of driving what feels like an ocean-liner, knowing that there's mini's out there that I could be driving instead....!! Oh yeah, my order was - DS/B MCS Cordoba Beige, phone prep, Chili pack... The big day feels so close, but soooooo far!! ...Tit Hi there tit, I didn't actually see the black/black demo there unitl after ordered... saw one in Sydney though and that tipped the balance! I've found the service from Phillip to be on and off... when I first went in and was keen they never got back even though I called them a couple of times. Then I went to Sydney to see a dealer or two and had a shocker of an experience with someone up there, thought Phillip weren't so bad afterall. I think the trick must be to keep hassling, even though it shouldn't be necessary. Apparently they have some improved tracking method now so they could tell me build date, shipping arrival etc. My advice is to persevere with them. After all the best things are hardest to come by I hear what you say about the phone prep too, that's why I ordered mine and I was a bit ****ed off to hear of the new aerial only after mine is built. I just figure it can't be helped now. I look forward to seeing everyone out there in the ACT!!!

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Nov 17th, 2004, 09:36 AM	#43 (permalink)
enzothemaddog Un-Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Train Station Toilet Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 2,067 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tit Cheers! That at least looks a bit better! That looks like a website that's going to hurt my wallet! mmmmhahahhahaha. It's just the start mate btw, test drove an M3 today, just incase , whilst their spotted the new Black eyed purple MC. Dealer and I both agreed "bit too purple".

Nov 17th, 2004, 11:04 AM	#44 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	What color was the M3? Buy it, you know you want to!! LOL Todd

Nov 17th, 2004, 12:24 PM	#46 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	You gave sexual favours for it? LOL Todd

Nov 18th, 2004, 01:13 AM	#50 (permalink)
enzothemaddog Un-Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Train Station Toilet Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 2,067 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS What color was the M3? Buy it, you know you want to!! LOL Todd Dark blue SMG2. Nice, BUT was'nt 35K more impressed than the 350. Plus I hate pushy salespeople. But did love the 19" forged alloys and paddle shift but was a bit jumpy and its not great on downshifts with the SMG system.

Nov 18th, 2004, 09:13 AM	#51 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 3,087 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf Oh, my beesting aerial cost precisely $0.00 ... and no, I didn't steal it. Let's just say I have connections. : Ha! Do your 'connections' include someone who lent you a pair of garden clippers to make the necessary adjustments?

Nov 18th, 2004, 10:31 AM	#52 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Nah, it's all legit ... I promise. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 19th, 2004, 03:09 AM	#53 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 3,087 Offline	Nice! I just a call from the new service manager in Philip. He just wanted to know if I needed anything or had any gripes...too bad he can't make the car get here quicker! That's the sorta service you want if you're buying a $50k car...!

Nov 22nd, 2004, 09:45 PM	#54 (permalink)
Dr Scott MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Canberra Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13 Offline	Three weeks early Have faith Tit, I went into the dealership at Philip yeaterday and my MCS has arrived 3 WEEKS EARLY!!!!!!! Yay!! A huge tease though... not expecting it by now, the finance isn't yet sorted and I'll have to wait till Friday, but I did drool over it lovingly. The anthracite and chrome interior look even better than I had thought. I might see if I can sleep in it overnights until Friday

Nov 24th, 2004, 03:01 PM	#55 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 3,087 Offline	Congratulations!! Wow! Did you say you ordered yours in late August? I've got a guy keen to look at my dunny-dore tomorrow. Fingers crossed I can offload it and not get stuck like that. I'm still working on a late Jan delivery. I'm so jealous!!! Lucky *******! Hope it's worth the wait!

Nov 24th, 2004, 09:30 PM	#56 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Oh yes, it WILL be worth the wait. Congrats Dr Scott, that is great news. You will be over the moon, I promise. Cheers Liam Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 24th, 2004, 09:40 PM	#57 (permalink)
Dr Scott MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Canberra Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13 Offline	Thanks guys My order actually went in on the 1st of August and it arrived on tuesday morning, surprising even the guys at the dealership. It has taken some creative financing to sort out the jeep, giving me time to sell it, but he whirlwind to get everything in place for tomorrow has somehow worked out. I'll definitley have to find time to snap some pictures on the weekend in the few moments I'm not driving, I already have a queue of people wanting lifts everywhere, taking all the long cuts I can!

Nov 24th, 2004, 09:46 PM	#58 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Good work Scott. Getting the car on a Friday afternoon is the best. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 25th, 2004, 10:15 PM	#59 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 3,087 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Dr Scott Thanks guys My order actually went in on the 1st of August and it arrived on tuesday morning, surprising even the guys at the dealership. It has taken some creative financing to sort out the jeep, giving me time to sell it, but he whirlwind to get everything in place for tomorrow has somehow worked out. I'll definitley have to find time to snap some pictures on the weekend in the few moments I'm not driving, I already have a queue of people wanting lifts everywhere, taking all the long cuts I can! WAAH! (haha)...I ordred mine around 20 Aug...I'm sure I won't see it until the end of Jan... It looks like I've got a buyer for my conforma-dore though (so hopefully no 'creative' financing for me). He's in a bit of a rush, so I may end up carless over Christmas and New Years....As opposed to you, Dr Scott, who probably won't leave your car until sometime after new years! Happy Motoring Mate!

Jan 13th, 2005, 11:58 AM	#60 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 3,087 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tit WAAH! (haha)...I ordred mine around 20 Aug...I'm sure I won't see it until the end of Jan... It looks like I've got a buyer for my conforma-dore though (so hopefully no 'creative' financing for me). He's in a bit of a rush, so I may end up carless over Christmas and New Years....As opposed to you, Dr Scott, who probably won't leave your car until sometime after new years! Happy Motoring Mate! Dr Scott, if your'e still around, and those that may be interested, I'm picking up my car on Tuesday 18 Jan....it's been a long wait, but it will be good. My old car is sold, insurance and finance is sorted...it's all falling into place! Woooo!! They are even polishing the car with some Meguairs NXT that I've given them, instead of the BMW polish that they use....sweeet....!

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