stuffed for winter?

[superboston]

is anyone planning on stuffing the gaps in the back next to the backseat for the winter? maybe using some foam, fabric, something to cut down on road noise and maybe add a little insulation during the cold months when the top is up?? also, has anyone moved the rear parcel shelf up yet? my MA told me that there is a "winter" setting, that is higher than normal.

[Paul]

Quote: Originally Posted by superboston

is anyone planning on stuffing the gaps in the back next to the backseat for the winter? maybe using some foam, fabric, something to cut down on road noise and maybe add a little insulation during the cold months when the top is up?? also, has anyone moved the rear parcel shelf up yet? my MA told me that there is a "winter" setting, that is higher than normal.

Not really a "winter" settings, just a higher (more regular) place for the parcel shelf, but you can't open the roof with it in that position (does buy a little extra luggage room though!).

[ThomB]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

Not really a "winter" settings, just a higher (more regular) place for the parcel shelf, but you can't open the roof with it in that position (does buy a little extra luggage room though!).

Will look at that setting. I like the fact that I can't, by accident, open the top in the winter. I'm debating removing the windscreen for the winter, but have yet to break it down.

[Pansmiker]

Quote: Originally Posted by ThomB

Will look at that setting. I like the fact that I can't, by accident, open the top in the winter. I'm debating removing the windscreen for the winter, but have yet to break it down.

REMOVING THE WINDSCREEN???????

Why

Paul

[snid]

Quote: Originally Posted by Pansmiker

REMOVING THE WINDSCREEN???????

Why

Paul

Your "windscreen" is our "windshield". Our "windscreen" is the little wind deflector thingy between the seats.

[ThomB]

Quote: Originally Posted by snid

Your "windscreen" is our "windshield". Our "windscreen" is the little wind deflector thingy between the seats.

Yes, sorry for the confusion... This is what I mean...

What do you call what we call the windscreen?

[Paul]

wind deflector I guess.

[minicabrio]

I can't really see that blocking the gaps inside the hood would provide a noticeable difference in insulation.... but then our winters aren't nearly as severe as yours!!

Mind you, apparently were in for a harsh one this year!

[snid]

Quote: Originally Posted by minicabrio-uk

I can't really see that blocking the gaps inside the hood would provide a noticeable difference in insulation.... but then our winters aren't nearly as severe as yours!!

UK "hood" = US "trunk"

US "trunk" = UK "boot"

This thread is so confusing.

[snid]

No... wait... I messed up.

UK "hood" = US "roof", I think...

[Pansmiker]

Quote: Originally Posted by snid

Your "windscreen" is our "windshield". Our "windscreen" is the little wind deflector thingy between the seats.

Thank goodness for that!

As far as the wind deflector is concerned I wouldn't be without it during the winter runs. heated seats -ON
Main Heater at number 4 - ON
Eyeball vents directed at you - Done
Woolly hat - ON
Scarf - ON
Warm coat - ON
Long Runs - NOT ON

You're ready to go

Paul

[thebigyin]

Quote: Originally Posted by ThomB

Will look at that setting. I like the fact that I can't, by accident, open the top in the winter. I'm debating removing the windscreen for the winter, but have yet to break it down.

What do you mean you like the fact that you can't open the top in winter????????????
Did you not sign the "Always Open" Contract?
You are not allowed to drive a MINI Convertible with it's top up UNLESS you are within earshot of a Kazoo Band....
I have had my convertible for a year now and I had the top down right through last winter in Rochester, New York includimg days down to -15 degrees F.
There is nothing better than a clear cold morning with the heated seats, heater on Full blast and the sound system blasting out some great tunes...