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Jnr_Seahorse · Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:39 PM

I collected my second new Cooper last week and I am amazed by the difference. They have changed so many things since I collected my first way back in July.

1. Firstly the new one doesn't rattle like a pebble in a tin can! (Thank god!) The quality of the interior is vastly improved.
2. The gear change is completely different, less friction between gears but a more defined contact point.
3. Pedals seem to have moved! I can't get my foot onto the rest plate next to the clutch in my new car.
4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why?
5. The ariel is mounted in a more upright position.

Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it!

JS

Skinnyrunt · Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:44 PM

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Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse

4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why?

JS

I think this is to do with the car memory that can be set by the dealers

Mark

R1 · Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse
Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it!

The exact sentiments from my dealer after driving their new demo MINI.

apache · Apr 2nd, 2002, 03:07 PM

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4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why?

I would say this lets the owner now the car is locked and the alarm is armed...some cars chirp the horn...I'd rather have the lights flicker.

Maybe this answer you knew, but were more wondering why it didn't flash the lights when you unlocked the car too...don't know this one...BMW must of felt this wasn't necessary...

Silverstone · Apr 2nd, 2002, 04:01 PM

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Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse
4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why?

I was told it is to stop thieves with "Grabbers" sitting in car parks spotting they have unlocked your Mini and jumping in. Supposd to have been a Thatcham suggestion to BMW.

Could be complete rubbish, but sounds plausible.

Basil · Apr 3rd, 2002, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse

Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it!

JS

Always, the "to sum up" is the most important part of any document

Pleased to hear things appear to be generaly improving.

cheers

Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:39 PM	#1
Jnr_Seahorse MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Chichester, West Sus Local Time: 02:04 AM Posts: 54 Offline	Can't believe the difference! I collected my second new Cooper last week and I am amazed by the difference. They have changed so many things since I collected my first way back in July. 1. Firstly the new one doesn't rattle like a pebble in a tin can! (Thank god!) The quality of the interior is vastly improved. 2. The gear change is completely different, less friction between gears but a more defined contact point. 3. Pedals seem to have moved! I can't get my foot onto the rest plate next to the clutch in my new car. 4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why? 5. The ariel is mounted in a more upright position. Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it! JS

Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
Skinnyrunt M2 Bapmaster Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: cheshire/staffs bord Local Time: 01:04 AM Posts: 3,136 Offline	Re: Can't believe the difference! Quote: Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse 4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why? JS I think this is to do with the car memory that can be set by the dealers Mark

Apr 2nd, 2002, 02:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
R1 Addicted to Speed!! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: ..."B" roads!! Local Time: 01:04 AM Posts: 4,866 Offline	Re: Can't believe the difference! Quote: Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it! The exact sentiments from my dealer after driving their new demo MINI.

Apr 2nd, 2002, 03:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
apache MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Spokane, WA Local Time: 05:04 PM Posts: 62 Offline	Quote: 4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why? I would say this lets the owner now the car is locked and the alarm is armed...some cars chirp the horn...I'd rather have the lights flicker. Maybe this answer you knew, but were more wondering why it didn't flash the lights when you unlocked the car too...don't know this one...BMW must of felt this wasn't necessary... Probably a Cooper (really want an S though) Jet black with black roof (w/ custom pearl clear coat over custom metallic-in-clear bonnet stripes)only noticable if you look real hard for the stripes... Premium Pkg Sport Pkg w/ Sport's Suspension Cold Weather Pkg (wait until sept / oct build to get heated windshield)

Apr 2nd, 2002, 04:01 PM	#5 (permalink)
Silverstone MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Silverstone Local Time: 01:04 AM Posts: 149 Offline	Re: Can't believe the difference! Quote: Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse 4. The hazard lights don't flash when opening car, only when locking. Why? I was told it is to stop thieves with "Grabbers" sitting in car parks spotting they have unlocked your Mini and jumping in. Supposd to have been a Thatcham suggestion to BMW. Could be complete rubbish, but sounds plausible. Cooper Chili - Silk Green & Black, Climate Contol, Heated Jets, ASC+T, Alarm Arrived Nov 30 - Love it to bits

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Apr 3rd, 2002, 03:02 AM	#6 (permalink)
Basil MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2001 Local Time: 11:04 AM Posts: 5,956 Offline	Re: Can't believe the difference! Quote: Originally posted by Jnr_Seahorse Basically what I am trying to say, is that BMW have been busy and the MINI is far better for it! JS Always, the "to sum up" is the most important part of any document Pleased to hear things appear to be generaly improving. cheers

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