Radio Wire Harness for a 03 Mini Cooper. Where to buy in the States?

[SS Mini]

I did a search and could not really find what Im looking for. First off, does the Cooper come with a factory amp? I just have the standard cd player/ radio, no HK. I did find that I can get the facia plate and antenna adapter from crutchfied, but I can NOT locate a wire harness. Do any of you know where I can order a wire harness for the radio here in the states? Is there anything special I should do or know before taking on this task. Thanks for your time and help with this matter.
Clint

[NEMINI]

talk to mikeythemini he's a very respected member and sponser of MINI2 ... his website is newministuff.co.uk and offers worldwide shipping

[donald]

The MC did came with a factory Amp, that is a up-grade version
Up-grade F/R Speaker, CD HU and a 10 Ch Amp(DSP) which sitting at the right end inside a plastic panel. I don't know how much is cost by seperate order but it should be a option while you place an order for your new "S".
I got one, but since the 1st day I drive my "S" I'm not happy with this up-grade H/K system, well it ok for somebody but not for me
the bass is too fat it not a punch bass (I'm not bass fan) you can say the mass of the bass is not enough something like the tails is too long. And also the mid-range is not clear, I read some thread people very exciting when they hear the demo at the dealer
maybe they are suffer with the basic H/K.

I,m not suggest people use $1500-2000 to up-grade this system
yes, this is quite a big different between the Basic stock but not good enough for $2000.

Last night I pull out all the stuff because I already order a aftermarket system it should arrive soon and I find out the H/K
up-grade version speaker quality is just OK, it can compare with the aftermarket stuff even the mid class like the alpine, kappa ....
also the weight and size of the AMP(DSP) is light and small I wonder how can the factory announce it for 10 CH.

Anyway, I will keep this system in my store room, may be some day I need to put it back to keep my warranty work!

[mikeythemini]

Hi Clint, your car does not have a separate amp.
I have the fitting kits.- you need the boost fitting kit
www.newministuff.co.uk
mike