Roll call for those who are actually commited to buying a G_P.

[Tonyt3]

Quote: Originally Posted by Lorien

anyone found a good solution for the protective stuff? i am picking my GP 1000km from home.. got a long ride back. would rather get back with out a scartch from some tiny stone on the way or something. thanks

Hi,
If you want a temporary protective coating for your car for its first journey, you could try using a protective gell, such as Vasaline, applied liberally over the front of the car (six or seven tubs of the stuff). This is an oil based protective gell used on the skin, so shouldnt harm the car. It is the solution to the problem recommended by a UK car protection company for new cars that are going to be protected by their film, but have to be driven to the film installer. it stops most chipping problems with the paint apparantly, but obviously wont stop the largest roacks from doing damage.

I would also suggest keeping your speed real low until you get it protected.

[CooperS-indiblue]

Hello everybody! I'm new here. I'm from Holland were we get just 20 of the 2000 GP kit models. Offcourse I was to late with ordering one, because I was on vacation.

So now i'm searching for one in foreign countries.
I found one in Germany a couple of days ago! The future owner has some medical problems with his back, so he is not sure if he buys it! I hope he doesn't take it!! Because I want one!!

Congratulations to everybody who bought one!!!


(p.s. Sorry, my english is not really terrific!)

[Paul]

Welcome, and good luck! (And your English is fine!).

[CooperS-indiblue]

Is there a topic were I can introduce myself?

[GBMINI]

Quote: Originally Posted by CooperS-indiblue

Is there a topic were I can introduce myself?

Here is a good one:
http://www.mini2.com/forum/mini-coop...buying-gp.html

[CooperS-indiblue]

Where do you all get these beautiful signature pictures from you're car(s)?

[b10rj]

Another Mini GP ordered. Don't think they are completely sold out as I got a call offering me one on Saturday. Deal done today, arrives around 20th July.

Rod

[Joogle]

Quote: Originally Posted by b10rj

Another Mini GP ordered. Don't think they are completely sold out as I got a call offering me one on Saturday. Deal done today, arrives around 20th July.

Rod

I think the Mirror review said the only cars left available were in Japan?

That sounds like a cancellation - Later orders seem to be getting September deliveries. Its either that or you got one of the 15 additional cars sourced for the UK. (Or its the one available on Ebay at the moment....)

Nice one! Any idea what number you are getting?

[b10rj]

Hi,

don't think it's a cancellation - think it was destined to be their demonstrator but presumably targets need to be met so happy days for me.

Think the number is 1346 but to be honest I was in such a rush to confirm the order that I missed some of the details offered.

Was told that all are built and delivery will occur right after the first lucky owner receives theirs at the motor show next month. Hope it's quick as I just sold my RS4 today in anticipation.

[CooperS-indiblue]

Congratulations b10rj!! I hope the guy in Holland doesn't take it because of his back, so I can take it for him!

[Lorien]

Quote: Originally Posted by Tonyt3

Hi,
If you want a temporary protective coating for your car for its first journey, you could try using a protective gell, such as Vasaline, applied liberally over the front of the car (six or seven tubs of the stuff). This is an oil based protective gell used on the skin, so shouldnt harm the car. It is the solution to the problem recommended by a UK car protection company for new cars that are going to be protected by their film, but have to be driven to the film installer. it stops most chipping problems with the paint apparantly, but obviously wont stop the largest roacks from doing damage.

I would also suggest keeping your speed real low until you get it protected.

Tony Hi
Thanks for your reply and for a solution that does seem logical and easy to perform. Now, onwards, long run, what kind of protection should i go for? and do you think all those companies that have those sets that match the S or normal Cooper will actualy go out of their way to come up with one just for 2000 units? just wondering what you and others are going to do. I 100% want to address this though. thank you
Lorien

[Jim Ray]

Quote: Originally Posted by CooperS-indiblue

Where do you all get these beautiful signature pictures from you're car(s)?

Pictures posted below.

[AprilWhine]

Here's the picture, so you won't have to go to NAM:





Click the thumbnail for a full size picture

[Tonyt3]

Quote: Originally Posted by Lorien

Tony Hi
Thanks for your reply and for a solution that does seem logical and easy to perform. Now, onwards, long run, what kind of protection should i go for? and do you think all those companies that have those sets that match the S or normal Cooper will actualy go out of their way to come up with one just for 2000 units? just wondering what you and others are going to do. I 100% want to address this though. thank you
Lorien

Hi Lorien,
I would use one of those companies that advertise in the back of the Top Gear style mags - cant remember their names, but you know, with the protective see through film.
Good point about the "masks" that they use, but the most important piece to protect long term is the bonnet, which is the same standard shape. So they only have to do the front bumper from scratch.

You might even get a deal off them if its the first car - then they can advertise that the car is supported.

They are expensive, but well worth it. Its always painfull when you get your first stone chip. If its a car you really treasure and want to keep long term, then its worth the investment. You have to do it when the car is new though.... otherwise, all you have is regrets and chips.

[MOTOR'N]

Got a letter from MINI today with information about my NJ pick-up
on September 3. Also, said my car # is 0095. So below 0100.