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Paul · Jul 19th, 2003, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Boomer
One thing ... when I was specing out my '04 MCS the dealer said that the magnesium door panels would not be available on the '04. I try to find out more tomorrow when I get my production number.

Boomer

That's already on the first list I posted.

yeti · Jul 19th, 2003, 02:36 PM

I see a number of new accessories on the miniusa.com site. We are ready to put in or order for a Cooper, but I'd like to know if the mp3 player is on the near horizon. If I could have an mp3 player facory installed, that would save me from having to replace the stock head unit myself.

jmusicman · Jul 19th, 2003, 06:22 PM

I asked my dealer 'bout the mp3 feature, and she seemed to suggest that it was just confusion regarding the aux connector kit (which would allow you to hook up your own mp3 player)..... but we'll see....

P.S. Paul... nice to new icon...

randap · Jul 21st, 2003, 09:59 AM

Crazy question, but when will the 2004 changes be implemented? Jan '04 build on???

AprilWhine · Jul 21st, 2003, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by randap
Crazy question, but when will the 2004 changes be implemented? Jan '04 build on???

For the US market, the model year begins with the previous September build cars.

cooper4us · Jul 21st, 2003, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MINIAC
According to my MINI Motoring advisor, the new key is supposed to be similar to the 2003 Z4 key shown below ... the logo in the center locks the car, the button above unlocks the doors and button below unlocks the trunk.

Amen!!!!!!

Finally a remote key the way it should have been done from the get go!!! A separate button for the doors and a separate button for the boot hatch!!!!

Now I can have both, remote hatch release and comfort opening in the same keyfob!

cooper4us · Jul 21st, 2003, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Paul Mullett
Image 1:

Is this cool armrest available in the US?? How much???

sooper_dooper_cooper · Jul 21st, 2003, 03:35 PM

I ordered my cooper beginning of july for october delivery! Will it have these changes!

Will i get the new 3 spoke sterring wheel, hope not i dont really like it. I prefer the 2 spoke one

Chadwell · Jul 21st, 2003, 09:24 PM

The 3 spoke steering wheel starts with the December 2003 builds so no, you wont get it. I have an October delivery myself and prefer the larger horn of the new wheel but I prefer like the look of the current one in all other respects.

Michael

cooper4us · Jul 21st, 2003, 10:16 PM

I am also skipping the new 3-spoke steering wheel as I am getting a '04 MCS in October (Sept build).

The new steering wheel is nice but not worth pushing back the order for another 4 months.

As long as I can get my rear fog lights (Full 6 toggle switch panel) and my front MCS chrome front grille, I'll be a happy camper.

I also think the original 2 spoke wheel has a charm missing on the more conventional 3 spoke version. Besides on a 3 spoke steering wheel you can't rest your hands at the bottom of the wheel comfortably on long highway drives.

gizwomack · Jul 21st, 2003, 10:20 PM

The new steering wheel will be worth it if we get rid of the two horn buttons and can just push the middle of the wheel to blow the horn in an emergency, I can never find those two little buttons, but I've pounded the heck outa that MINI logo in the middle of the wheel

cooper4us · Jul 21st, 2003, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by gizwomack
The new steering wheel will be worth it if we get rid of the two horn buttons and can just push the middle of the wheel to blow the horn in an emergency, I can never find those two little buttons, but I've pounded the heck outa that MINI logo in the middle of the wheel

True, that is a pretty good argument against the current 2 spoke wheel, but still, I don't really want to push my order that far just to get the 3 spoke wheel and the more logically placed horn button in the center hub.

mczinn · Jul 21st, 2003, 11:02 PM

I too have a Sept. 2004 MCS on order. My main concern with the current 2-spoke steering wheel is the scratching that I have heard so much about. Is the silver ring really that easy to scratch? Do you think the new design will be any better (I notice that it still has a silver ring)? I don't really want to wait an extra 3-4 months for my car, but I don't want a scratched steering wheel either.

Johnboy · Jul 22nd, 2003, 12:38 AM

Yup, my thoughts exactly regds the horn buttons.
Would prefer a 3 spoke without the silly protrusion in the centre of the wheel - Can't it be made a bit better looking with a flush centre section?

I prefer the Mercedes "Infra-red" keys they use now - Don't cut into your pocket.
I'm guessing they're just too expensive.

Rick · Jul 22nd, 2003, 12:33 PM

Paul,
Any news on wether the speed on tacho can be upgraded against current models?

cheers

Rick

randap · Jul 22nd, 2003, 01:46 PM

I'd suggest that you don't hold your order, wait until the 3-spoke comes out, take a look at your dealer, then if you like it, negotiate a discount???

LauSai · Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by cooper4us
As long as I can get my rear fog lights (Full 6 toggle switch panel) and my front MCS chrome front grille, I'll be a happy camper.

silly question but i was wondering what the 6 toggles are for? i've just recently started to looker at the cooper s and am thinking of getting an 04...i've heard about the toggle switches and i figure 2 are for the windows, 1 for front fogs, 1 for dsc,.....the rest i don't know...hope someone can provide some insight...and how they feel about the mcs

thanks!

Paul · Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by LauSai
silly question but i was wondering what the 6 toggles are for? i've just recently started to looker at the cooper s and am thinking of getting an 04...i've heard about the toggle switches and i figure 2 are for the windows, 1 for front fogs, 1 for dsc,.....the rest i don't know...hope someone can provide some insight...and how they feel about the mcs

thanks!

WINDOW - ASC+T/DSC - LOCKING - REAR FOGS - FRONT FOGS - WINDOW

jasonfields007 · Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:37 PM

i hope i'll get all 6...

Rick · Jul 22nd, 2003, 03:39 PM

Paul,
Any joy on the tach upgrade being available as a retrofit

Jul 19th, 2003, 06:59 AM	#41
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 40,356 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Boomer One thing ... when I was specing out my '04 MCS the dealer said that the magnesium door panels would not be available on the '04. I try to find out more tomorrow when I get my production number. Boomer That's already on the first list I posted. Our trials and tribulations living in a "bleeding edge" eco house... Oxley Woods Living

Jul 19th, 2003, 06:22 PM	#43 (permalink)
jmusicman MINI2 Stalker Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Time: 08:25 PM Posts: 97 Offline	I asked my dealer 'bout the mp3 feature, and she seemed to suggest that it was just confusion regarding the aux connector kit (which would allow you to hook up your own mp3 player)..... but we'll see.... P.S. Paul... nice to new icon... 2004 DS/B MCS Lapis Blue Leather Prem, DSC, Xeon,H/K Finished on Sept 12, 2003 (At Dealer NOW!)

Jul 21st, 2003, 10:22 AM	#45 (permalink)
AprilWhine Loves the Fuzzy One Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gypsy Local Time: 06:25 PM Posts: 16,078 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by randap Crazy question, but when will the 2004 changes be implemented? Jan '04 build on??? For the US market, the model year begins with the previous September build cars. Global Moderator

Jul 21st, 2003, 02:53 PM	#46 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by MINIAC According to my MINI Motoring advisor, the new key is supposed to be similar to the 2003 Z4 key shown below ... the logo in the center locks the car, the button above unlocks the doors and button below unlocks the trunk. Amen!!!!!! Finally a remote key the way it should have been done from the get go!!! A separate button for the doors and a separate button for the boot hatch!!!! Now I can have both, remote hatch release and comfort opening in the same keyfob! '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

Jul 21st, 2003, 02:55 PM	#47 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Paul Mullett Image 1: Is this cool armrest available in the US?? How much??? '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

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Jul 19th, 2003, 02:36 PM	#42 (permalink)
yeti MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Philadelphia, PA Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 13 Offline	I see a number of new accessories on the miniusa.com site. We are ready to put in or order for a Cooper, but I'd like to know if the mp3 player is on the near horizon. If I could have an mp3 player facory installed, that would save me from having to replace the stock head unit myself.

Jul 21st, 2003, 09:59 AM	#44 (permalink)
randap Hangin at the Krusty Krab My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Bikini Bottom Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 860 Offline	Crazy question, but when will the 2004 changes be implemented? Jan '04 build on???

Jul 21st, 2003, 03:35 PM	#48 (permalink)
sooper_dooper_cooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Midlands Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 72 Offline	I ordered my cooper beginning of july for october delivery! Will it have these changes! Will i get the new 3 spoke sterring wheel, hope not i dont really like it. I prefer the 2 spoke one http://www.mini2.com/gallery/persona...oper/57976.jpg Stoneleigh Park, Nr Coventry 27/03/05

Jul 21st, 2003, 09:24 PM	#49 (permalink)
Chadwell MINI2 Irregular Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Local Time: 06:25 PM Posts: 309 Offline	The 3 spoke steering wheel starts with the December 2003 builds so no, you wont get it. I have an October delivery myself and prefer the larger horn of the new wheel but I prefer like the look of the current one in all other respects. Michael http://www.mini2.com/gallery/persona.../chadwell1.jpg

Jul 21st, 2003, 10:16 PM	#50 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	I am also skipping the new 3-spoke steering wheel as I am getting a '04 MCS in October (Sept build). The new steering wheel is nice but not worth pushing back the order for another 4 months. As long as I can get my rear fog lights (Full 6 toggle switch panel) and my front MCS chrome front grille, I'll be a happy camper. I also think the original 2 spoke wheel has a charm missing on the more conventional 3 spoke version. Besides on a 3 spoke steering wheel you can't rest your hands at the bottom of the wheel comfortably on long highway drives. '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

Jul 21st, 2003, 10:20 PM	#51 (permalink)
gizwomack MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Apr 2003 Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 19 Offline	new steering wheel The new steering wheel will be worth it if we get rid of the two horn buttons and can just push the middle of the wheel to blow the horn in an emergency, I can never find those two little buttons, but I've pounded the heck outa that MINI logo in the middle of the wheel

Jul 21st, 2003, 10:30 PM	#52 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	Re: new steering wheel Quote: Originally posted by gizwomack The new steering wheel will be worth it if we get rid of the two horn buttons and can just push the middle of the wheel to blow the horn in an emergency, I can never find those two little buttons, but I've pounded the heck outa that MINI logo in the middle of the wheel True, that is a pretty good argument against the current 2 spoke wheel, but still, I don't really want to push my order that far just to get the 3 spoke wheel and the more logically placed horn button in the center hub. '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

Jul 21st, 2003, 11:02 PM	#53 (permalink)
mczinn MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Davis, Calif. Local Time: 04:25 PM Posts: 189 Offline	How easily does the center ring scratch? I too have a Sept. 2004 MCS on order. My main concern with the current 2-spoke steering wheel is the scratching that I have heard so much about. Is the silver ring really that easy to scratch? Do you think the new design will be any better (I notice that it still has a silver ring)? I don't really want to wait an extra 3-4 months for my car, but I don't want a scratched steering wheel either.

Jul 22nd, 2003, 12:38 AM	#54 (permalink)
Johnboy MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: uk Local Time: 01:25 AM Posts: 344 Offline	Yup, my thoughts exactly regds the horn buttons. Would prefer a 3 spoke without the silly protrusion in the centre of the wheel - Can't it be made a bit better looking with a flush centre section? I prefer the Mercedes "Infra-red" keys they use now - Don't cut into your pocket. I'm guessing they're just too expensive.

Jul 22nd, 2003, 12:33 PM	#55 (permalink)
Rick can i go home yet Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: UK Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 2,582 Offline	Paul, Any news on wether the speed on tacho can be upgraded against current models? cheers Rick

Jul 22nd, 2003, 01:46 PM	#56 (permalink)
randap Hangin at the Krusty Krab My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Bikini Bottom Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 860 Offline	I'd suggest that you don't hold your order, wait until the 3-spoke comes out, take a look at your dealer, then if you like it, negotiate a discount???

Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:32 PM	#57 (permalink)
LauSai MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2003 Local Time: 07:25 PM Posts: 6 Offline	6 toggles question Quote: Originally posted by cooper4us As long as I can get my rear fog lights (Full 6 toggle switch panel) and my front MCS chrome front grille, I'll be a happy camper. silly question but i was wondering what the 6 toggles are for? i've just recently started to looker at the cooper s and am thinking of getting an 04...i've heard about the toggle switches and i figure 2 are for the windows, 1 for front fogs, 1 for dsc,.....the rest i don't know...hope someone can provide some insight...and how they feel about the mcs thanks!

Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:35 PM	#58 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 40,356 Offline	Re: 6 toggles question Quote: Originally posted by LauSai silly question but i was wondering what the 6 toggles are for? i've just recently started to looker at the cooper s and am thinking of getting an 04...i've heard about the toggle switches and i figure 2 are for the windows, 1 for front fogs, 1 for dsc,.....the rest i don't know...hope someone can provide some insight...and how they feel about the mcs thanks! WINDOW - ASC+T/DSC - LOCKING - REAR FOGS - FRONT FOGS - WINDOW Our trials and tribulations living in a "bleeding edge" eco house... Oxley Woods Living

Jul 22nd, 2003, 02:37 PM	#59 (permalink)
jasonfields007 MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: May 2003 Location: Radlett. Herts Local Time: 01:25 AM Posts: 1,870 Offline	i hope i'll get all 6... '06' Cooper S Convertible - Astro Black, '04' Mazda RX8 231 - Black

Jul 22nd, 2003, 03:39 PM	#60 (permalink)
Rick can i go home yet Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: UK Local Time: 12:25 AM Posts: 2,582 Offline	Paul, Any joy on the tach upgrade being available as a retrofit

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