[monkeynuts]

When seeing other Mini drivers is there a certain thing to do in recognition??

1) Flash Headlights (if in front)
2) Flash Hazards (if behind or past)
3) Beep (my choice)
4) Wave
5) Gentle Nod

I think 3 is to be avoided to be honest as you would probably look like a weirdo

Also is there a split on model also

ie are we MCS owners to acknowledge other mini owners D ONE & Cooper??

[T13 Fighter]

One hand waved gently in the air and possibly headlights flashed also if road conditions allow it.

Except if its an attractive girl then all five of the above at the same time.

[Mini_Blake]

I am on a mission to alert all mini drivers in my area that flashing is a good thing. 2 quick flashes is what I do and then nod if they give a response.

There are however a select number of the older population whom havent a clue, and look like they are trying to figure out where some sort of electrical item is controlled by, e.g. opening windows.

[URU]

i usually give a little descreet wave so if the ppl arent looking for it, i dont look like a freak. this is ofcourse if im not picking my nose, if this is the case, its a gentle nod

[gibbon]

I honk madly at any MINI .... even MCS's !!!

[Fullupo]

Ive got into a crazy habit of doing some kind of stupid military salute. Have no idea why, but i keep doing it in the spare of the moment then cursing myself afterwoods for being a complete loser. There is a mini around my area who has seen me doing this a few times however and has now started to salute back! Woohooo!

[Phoenix]

Quote: Originally Posted by T13 Fighter

Except if its an attractive girl then all five of the above at the same time.

While I flash and then wave to all mini2ers,
There's only 'one flash' for a pretty lady.

[Smurfn]

Quote: Originally Posted by T13 Fighter

One hand waved gently in the air and possibly headlights flashed also if road conditions allow it.

Except if its an attractive girl then all five of the above at the same time.

Similar for me. Usually it is an excited wave though, I don't see too many others.

[cook1e]

Flashing or waving seems to be the most popular, I favour the flash myself.

It's difficult though to remember that you are not in your Mini if you are driving another type of car. Sometimes I get carried away and flash Minis when I'm driving the familiy people carrier or my trusty classic Triumph, this really confuses the other poor mini driver who thinks there must be something wrong with his/her car, it's one of his/her mates or theres a speed trap up the road!!

[cogent53]

I had heard about this MINI owners bond, but was rather disappointed that very few other MINI drivers seemed to flash or wave or anything! Generally I find MINI drivers with the same colour car as me (Indi Blue) or the same chequered roof often wave, but I've yet to have anyone flash hellos. There are just so many of us around these day! Guess I need to take the initiative..

[liz s]

Having been an avid campaigner in the MINI waving steaks - It seems to me that if you have a MINI in the same colour and make as the one approaching you (and for me that is a chilli red mini one) you are more than likely to get a wave. I think all those driving coopers and copper s' should stop being such snobs and wave to every MINI driver and not just those with higher spec cars!


PS - to the young boy who passes me most mornings in Wisbech - if you are reading this - stop being so miserable and wave at a fellow MINI One in chilli red when I wave at you!!!!!

Rant over!

[Jaffa Racer]

I do my best to wave at ALL mini drivers, but here in Bristol not many people wave/flash back

[Phoenix]

Quote: Originally Posted by Jaffa Racer

I do my best to wave at ALL mini drivers, but here in Bristol not many people wave/flash back

You ort to move to the East Midlands, get them all the time here.

[Jaffa Racer]

pha there all miserable boogers over ere in Brizzol.

But i will continue to spread the good word

[tribalmini]

i flash at all minis, new or classic. Glasgow seems to be catching on at last!

[miniman marshall]

I favour waving to all of the other MINIs I see.. I dont see very many so I have to wave to them all!!!

[MCdicky]

Quote: Originally Posted by Phoenix

You ort to move to the East Midlands, get them all the time here.

We clearly are a friendly MINI bunch in the East Mids!

Has anyone else noticed an upsurge in MINI flashing and waving over the Easter break?

[stu2]

have noticed more waves lately
but i do notice it is more from minis
that have had extras ie stripes/lights/graphics....!!!

[KlausR]

Quote: Originally Posted by stu2

have noticed more waves lately
but i do notice it is more from minis
that have had extras ie stripes/lights/graphics....!!!

That´s quite natural. Stripes, headlamps and roof decals are more likely specced by real enthusiasts whereas the quite popular IB/W or PS/B Cooper or plain black One are often driven by people who find the MINI cute or stylish but without getting really hooked. That doesn´t mean all MINI motorists with these specs are boring, I know we have many here among us who prefer a rather elegant spec, but it´s simply a matter of probability. Also the chance of having a MCS owner wave or flash back is higher as these are very uncommon as company cars.

Nevertheless, I keep trying to greet every MINI, it´s better to be noticed as amusing than ignorant.

Klaus

[miniman marshall]

who doesnt try and greet other MINIs they see?? just curious because im sure everyone does...