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Kevin_B · Mar 5th, 2002, 01:48 AM

After a mostly failed attempt to scope out the 3Com Mini training (thought it was on Sunday, when in reality it's on Monday), a buddy of mine and I decided to crash the Mini event at Sears Point. We didn't think we'd be able to get past security, but since the event was pretty much over (~4pm) we, unlike mini_girl, weren't stopped by anybody and were able to waltz right on in. There were two BEAUTIFUL Coopers on display, showing off all of the aftermarket stuff for the Mini. One was British Racing Green with a white checkerboard top and the other was Indi Blue and sported an American flag on the roof. Both Coopers had, amongst other things, clear tail lights, front grille driving lights (or whatever they're called), a black mesh-type front grille, bonnet stripes, BBS RXII look-alike wheels, and the factory aero kit. The BRG Cooper had the roof rack installed as well.

First off, let me say that Indi Blue is spectacular! I'm getting that color on my S for sure! very deep in the shadows and brilliantly electric in the highlights. BRG was much more muted, and almost looked black from some angles, as you can tell by the pictures. Its a very nice color, but would be best suited for brightly lit days. The BBS look-alike (they may have been actual BBS wheels, but I'm not sure) looked great on the cars and gave them a very sporty look. The factory aero kit was nice, even though the rear is a bit overdone. The side skirts and front air dam, on the other hand, look fantastic in person. I didn't car much for the mesh-style front grille, but the driving lamps suit the car nicely, especially with those bonnet stripes sprucing up the hood. The tan interior on the BRG car look FANTASTIC, and would be a superb choice for anyone sticking with the standard seats. Wish it was available on the sport seats as well. The tan carpet may get a tad dirty, but what the hell.

After about 5 minutes of walking around, we were told (very nicely) by a Mini rep that they were taking down the tents and that, since this was a closed private event, we'd have to leave. On the way back to our cars, tails between our legs, we noticed a Dark Silver Cooper S with a black roof, a combo which I hadn't seen before. It looked nice, but I think that the white top suites the darker colors much better.

So, that was that. Managed to snap some good pics before getting kicked out, which you can find at the link below. My buddy Loki got some nice ones too, which I'm sure he'll post soon.

Minis at Sears Point album...

Let me know if you have any questions!

Cheers,

Kevin
'00 M Coupe
'02 Indy Blue Mini Cooper S (want it even more now!)

sixfoot6 · Mar 5th, 2002, 03:21 AM

Amazing...

You just sold the BRG. What a damn hot car...

or wait... Indie Blue... gorgeous....

hrm!

sixfoot6

Cooper i Do · Mar 5th, 2002, 04:19 AM

Got those clear tail lights on my
Indy Blue - white roofed Cooper...
But the dont come cheap..paid 375 euro for those.
Its not just the white covers ya get but complete new units.
I think i like the chrome front more.

Catch Ya Later,

Cooper I Do

smiffy · Mar 5th, 2002, 04:45 AM

Great pictures

the cars always look the dogs in the sunny weather

And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures

smiffy · Mar 5th, 2002, 04:52 AM

MINI production living up to its standards again

look at the link below & you'll see what I mean

http://65.84.48.123/~kevin/new_minis...es/Image5.html

R1 · Mar 5th, 2002, 04:54 AM

Good post!
That blue Cooper looks like it has the sports exhaust also.

Garfield · Mar 5th, 2002, 10:26 AM

The wheels on that Indie Blue definitely appear to be the MINI accessory wheels that we WILL be offered here in the states. I've already seen a part number on them. Keep in mind, "Accessory" wheels are generally more expensive and you are usually purchasing them extra, in other words, you end up with two sets of wheels.
You will be able to get those wheels from MINI, but if I had to guess, they'll cost about $325-$350 each.

MINIAC · Mar 5th, 2002, 10:43 AM

R90 cross-spoke wheels are £325 each in the UK which would make them about $460 here

S2000&CooperS · Mar 5th, 2002, 10:55 AM

Terrific pics!! Both the BRG and Indi Blue are gorgeous...........but the blue takes the cake for me.

Absolutely love those BBS-style wheels. If I can swing it, I'd sure like to have those on my Indi/White Cooper S!!

Kevin_B · Mar 5th, 2002, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by smiffy
Great pictures
the cars always look the dogs in the sunny weather
And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures

Glad you liked 'em!

The cars really do look spectacular in the sunlight, especially the metallic ones. I have no idea what was up with that seat. It looked as though it may have been a seat cover made to protect the easily-dirtied tan driver's seat.

Quote:

And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures

Yup, that's my baby. It'll be goin' away soon to make room for the Cooper S and a spec Miata race car. I'll be sad to see it go, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do...

Cheers,

Kevin

Kevin_B · Mar 5th, 2002, 04:24 PM

Also just noticed that the BRG and Indi Blue models have Euro-spec interiors (notice the shelf in place of the glove box), but the US reflectors on the fenders. Odd...

karmuze · Mar 5th, 2002, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by smiffy

MINI production living up to its standards again

Even with my good eye for detail, I missed that the first time around, and so did others by the lack of comment here. Most likely a parts shortage at the last minute, prevented matching front seats--right? Or maybe its just a MINI sampler--saves from having one of each interior on the showroom floor--right?

BruceK · Mar 5th, 2002, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kevin_B
Also just noticed that the BRG and Indi Blue models have Euro-spec interiors (notice the shelf in place of the glove box), but the US reflectors on the fenders. Odd...

I think that can be explained by the fact the glove box designs were only finalized this past Fall. To me that means those two cars are pre-production US-market specials that have been bouncing around for a while.

BTW, great pictures!

KarmanS · Mar 5th, 2002, 11:28 PM

Kevin, great pics once again. Like you said, that indie blue cooper looks amazing!

hmm... do I sense a color change coming? no... I must not. DS is still my favorite!

Basil · Mar 6th, 2002, 08:08 AM

Wonderful pictures. Thank you very much. Whats more impressive is that your S is being considered when you already have an M Coupe !!!.

Fantastic........

That Indi blue one, looks fantastic.....

Mar 5th, 2002, 01:48 AM	#1
Kevin_B MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: San Francisco Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 18 Offline	Minis at Sears Point! BRG and Indi pics inside! After a mostly failed attempt to scope out the 3Com Mini training (thought it was on Sunday, when in reality it's on Monday), a buddy of mine and I decided to crash the Mini event at Sears Point. We didn't think we'd be able to get past security, but since the event was pretty much over (~4pm) we, unlike mini_girl, weren't stopped by anybody and were able to waltz right on in. There were two BEAUTIFUL Coopers on display, showing off all of the aftermarket stuff for the Mini. One was British Racing Green with a white checkerboard top and the other was Indi Blue and sported an American flag on the roof. Both Coopers had, amongst other things, clear tail lights, front grille driving lights (or whatever they're called), a black mesh-type front grille, bonnet stripes, BBS RXII look-alike wheels, and the factory aero kit. The BRG Cooper had the roof rack installed as well. First off, let me say that Indi Blue is spectacular! I'm getting that color on my S for sure! very deep in the shadows and brilliantly electric in the highlights. BRG was much more muted, and almost looked black from some angles, as you can tell by the pictures. Its a very nice color, but would be best suited for brightly lit days. The BBS look-alike (they may have been actual BBS wheels, but I'm not sure) looked great on the cars and gave them a very sporty look. The factory aero kit was nice, even though the rear is a bit overdone. The side skirts and front air dam, on the other hand, look fantastic in person. I didn't car much for the mesh-style front grille, but the driving lamps suit the car nicely, especially with those bonnet stripes sprucing up the hood. The tan interior on the BRG car look FANTASTIC, and would be a superb choice for anyone sticking with the standard seats. Wish it was available on the sport seats as well. The tan carpet may get a tad dirty, but what the hell. After about 5 minutes of walking around, we were told (very nicely) by a Mini rep that they were taking down the tents and that, since this was a closed private event, we'd have to leave. On the way back to our cars, tails between our legs, we noticed a Dark Silver Cooper S with a black roof, a combo which I hadn't seen before. It looked nice, but I think that the white top suites the darker colors much better. So, that was that. Managed to snap some good pics before getting kicked out, which you can find at the link below. My buddy Loki got some nice ones too, which I'm sure he'll post soon. Minis at Sears Point album... Let me know if you have any questions! Cheers, Kevin '00 M Coupe '02 Indy Blue Mini Cooper S (want it even more now!) Last edited by Kevin_B : Mar 5th, 2002 at 01:31 PM.

Mar 5th, 2002, 03:21 AM	#2 (permalink)
sixfoot6 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Orange County, California Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 218 Offline	omg Amazing... You just sold the BRG. What a damn hot car... or wait... Indie Blue... gorgeous.... hrm! sixfoot6

Mar 5th, 2002, 04:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
smiffy MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Here Local Time: 12:44 AM Posts: 5,718 Offline	Great pictures the cars always look the dogs in the sunny weather And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures S for Smiffy "Kids in the front seat cause accidents, accidents in the backseat cause kids!"

Mar 5th, 2002, 04:52 AM	#5 (permalink)
smiffy MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Here Local Time: 12:44 AM Posts: 5,718 Offline	MINI production living up to its standards again look at the link below & you'll see what I mean http://65.84.48.123/~kevin/new_minis...es/Image5.html S for Smiffy "Kids in the front seat cause accidents, accidents in the backseat cause kids!"

Mar 5th, 2002, 10:26 AM	#7 (permalink)
Garfield MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Mt. Airy, MD USA Local Time: 07:44 PM Posts: 785 Offline	The wheels on that Indie Blue definitely appear to be the MINI accessory wheels that we WILL be offered here in the states. I've already seen a part number on them. Keep in mind, "Accessory" wheels are generally more expensive and you are usually purchasing them extra, in other words, you end up with two sets of wheels. You will be able to get those wheels from MINI, but if I had to guess, they'll cost about $325-$350 each. - 2005 G Stock '05 MINI or it's back to a Miata in C Stock - 2004 G Stock 2nd place Pro Solo, 9th Place Solo II - 2003 STX 5th place Pro Solo, 6th Place Solo II - 2002 H Stock Pro Solo National Champion

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Mar 5th, 2002, 04:19 AM	#3 (permalink)
Cooper i Do MINI2 Senior Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In a lighthouse Local Time: 01:44 AM Posts: 528 Offline	Got those clear tail lights on my Indy Blue - white roofed Cooper... But the dont come cheap..paid 375 euro for those. Its not just the white covers ya get but complete new units. I think i like the chrome front more. Catch Ya Later, Cooper I Do

Mar 5th, 2002, 04:54 AM	#6 (permalink)
R1 Addicted to Speed!! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: ..."B" roads!! Local Time: 12:44 AM Posts: 4,866 Offline	Good post! That blue Cooper looks like it has the sports exhaust also.

Mar 5th, 2002, 10:43 AM	#8 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 8,620 Online	R90 cross-spoke wheels are £325 each in the UK which would make them about $460 here

Mar 5th, 2002, 10:55 AM	#9 (permalink)
S2000&CooperS MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Glen Allen, VA USA Local Time: 12:44 AM Posts: 936 Offline	Terrific pics!! Both the BRG and Indi Blue are gorgeous...........but the blue takes the cake for me. Absolutely love those BBS-style wheels. If I can swing it, I'd sure like to have those on my Indi/White Cooper S!! 08 Smart ForTwo Passion Silver/Black/Red (Going on Ebay!) 07 Honda Accord V6 6-speed Taffeta White/Tan (wife's) 06 MINI Cooper S JCW Checkmate Astro Black/Silver

Mar 5th, 2002, 01:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
Kevin_B MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: San Francisco Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 18 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by smiffy Great pictures the cars always look the dogs in the sunny weather And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures Glad you liked 'em! The cars really do look spectacular in the sunlight, especially the metallic ones. I have no idea what was up with that seat. It looked as though it may have been a seat cover made to protect the easily-dirtied tan driver's seat. Quote: And I take it that must be your Z3M in some of the pictures Yup, that's my baby. It'll be goin' away soon to make room for the Cooper S and a spec Miata race car. I'll be sad to see it go, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do... Cheers, Kevin Last edited by Kevin_B : Mar 6th, 2002 at 02:28 PM.

Mar 5th, 2002, 04:24 PM	#11 (permalink)
Kevin_B MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: San Francisco Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 18 Offline	Also just noticed that the BRG and Indi Blue models have Euro-spec interiors (notice the shelf in place of the glove box), but the US reflectors on the fenders. Odd...

Mar 5th, 2002, 10:50 PM	#12 (permalink)
karmuze MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: colorado Local Time: 12:44 AM Posts: 259 Offline	Good Eye! Quote: Originally posted by smiffy MINI production living up to its standards again Even with my good eye for detail, I missed that the first time around, and so did others by the lack of comment here. Most likely a parts shortage at the last minute, prevented matching front seats--right? Or maybe its just a MINI sampler--saves from having one of each interior on the showroom floor--right? Jerry

Mar 5th, 2002, 11:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
BruceK Moderator & Sponsor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: San Antonio, Texas Local Time: 06:44 PM Posts: 3,758 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Kevin_B Also just noticed that the BRG and Indi Blue models have Euro-spec interiors (notice the shelf in place of the glove box), but the US reflectors on the fenders. Odd... I think that can be explained by the fact the glove box designs were only finalized this past Fall. To me that means those two cars are pre-production US-market specials that have been bouncing around for a while. BTW, great pictures! + 2002 MINI Cooper S - Dark Silver / White roof, Sport, Premium, Lapis blue leather + 1965 Mini Traveller - Tartan Red / White roof, 1275, Cooper S discs, fully restored/renewed

Mar 5th, 2002, 11:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
KarmanS MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: HKG Local Time: 08:44 AM Posts: 1,366 Offline	Kevin, great pics once again. Like you said, that indie blue cooper looks amazing! hmm... do I sense a color change coming? no... I must not. DS is still my favorite!

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Mar 6th, 2002, 08:08 AM	#15 (permalink)
Basil MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2001 Local Time: 10:44 AM Posts: 5,956 Offline	Wonderful pictures. Thank you very much. Whats more impressive is that your S is being considered when you already have an M Coupe !!!. Fantastic........ That Indi blue one, looks fantastic.....

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