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Dave&Stacy · Aug 26th, 2004, 02:34 AM

So maybeI missed something here...but wasn't the rear fog supposed to be available in the US as a dealer installed option? My MA tells me today that it's not available period. Anyone have some concrete info?

Also, if it's not available...anyone got an idea of what could replace that hideous black block-off plate?

Thanks,
Dave & Stacy

atmtn · Aug 26th, 2004, 02:39 AM

weird. the rear fog light was a must for me (just need all those switches where they should be) and my MA had said they would be able to install it in about a month from when I picked up my car. Haven't called back yet to have it scheduled, but I guess I'll have to follow up...

Dave&Stacy · Aug 26th, 2004, 02:45 AM

Yeah, my MA said that they received word from Mini that this is no longer an option about a week ago. Utter crap if you ask me. Now I have to find a six toggle panel to install. I hate having one empty space.

I have to admit after all the problems we've had with the delivery of our car...I'm a little skeptical. I'm starting to get a little

ed...but I'm sure that will change when we pick our MCS up tomorrow.

Peter Crowl · Aug 26th, 2004, 04:04 AM

Hmmm - I asked just this week about that and haven't received a reply.....but.....you could simply have a rear fog and switch set sent over from England and install it yourself.

Peter
In a fog in Denver

BrantV · Aug 26th, 2004, 05:34 AM

Is this retaliation for our petition of last year?

I thought only California/Oregon dealers were going to be problematic. Perhaps they're punishing me specifically, as I was vocal about the omission. Seems like it given I moved from Oregon to CA.

Was planning on going to Washington or Vegas to get it installed as I plan on driving my MINI in more than just CA and OR.

And NO, I'm not really that paranoid. I just have to point that out in case they're watching me.

Dave&Stacy · Aug 26th, 2004, 12:05 PM

If it's retaliation, their punishing the whole US. We're purchasing ours in MN.

So, how would we go about purchasing a kit from england? Just email a dealer over there? How hard is the kit to install?

-Dave & Stacy

Peter Crowl · Aug 26th, 2004, 01:09 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Dave&Stacy

If it's retaliation, their punishing the whole US. We're purchasing ours in MN.

So, how would we go about purchasing a kit from england? Just email a dealer over there? How hard is the kit to install?

-Dave & Stacy

In another thread I believe it was stated that the wires for the rear fog are already in place - one only needs to install the lamp and the switch...others with more immediate knowledge can perhaps verify this.

If indeed I cannot get it from Schomp I can have a friend send it over for me...if you have no personal contacts - of course we all have dozens of contacts just here on the board that might be willing to help - a dealer or aftermarket supplier in the U.K. who advertises on the boards might be willing to help.

There has to be a way...and we are motivated!

Peter
Who, with regard to motivation, points out that there is hardly ever fog in Denver.

Dave&Stacy · Aug 26th, 2004, 01:17 PM

Peter:

Thanks for the info. I'll try and pry some more info. out of my MA and service dept. when we go collect today. I post whatever I find out on Monday. We off on a motoring adventure this weekend.

You can keep up with our progress at:
http://www.rally-america.com/PHPScripts/stagescore.php?

Just look for Car #585 Dave/Stacy.

-Dave & Stacy

Peter Crowl · Aug 26th, 2004, 01:24 PM

Good for you!!

We're interested in learning more about SCCA Rally...your inout would be most appreciated. Have a great weekend!

Peter
near Englewood Colorado, home of the SCCA

fergusor · Aug 26th, 2004, 01:38 PM

Hi Guys,

I'm more than happy to send over items from the UK. I have two MINI dealerships nearby and work just down the road from the Post Office so it won't be a problem.

Richard.

Dave&Stacy · Aug 26th, 2004, 01:58 PM

Richard: Thanks!!! We'll let you know what all happens.

Peter: SCCA has actually moved their HQ to Topeka, KS now. The move was completed last summer, I think. For some additional SCCA Rally info., Check out...

http://www.specialstage.com/
http://www.ojibweforestrally.com/
http://www.geocities.com/smsrallysport/
http://www.scca.com/Rally/Rally.asp?IdS=01BCC0-8EC8830&x=040|010&~=

and the Colorado Cog Rally may be near you.

http://www.coloradocogrally.com/default.htm

Come on out and join the fun!!!

Whoops...went a bit off topic here. Back to the rear lights....

I was also thinking of retrofitting the pre-05 backup light. I was going to wire it into the backuplight circuit. Any thoughts on this???

Gotta run.

-Dave & Stacy

Aug 26th, 2004, 02:34 AM	#1
Dave&Stacy SCCA ClubRallyists Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the country... Local Time: 04:43 AM Posts: 216 Offline	2005 Rear Fog Not Available as Dealer Option So maybeI missed something here...but wasn't the rear fog supposed to be available in the US as a dealer installed option? My MA tells me today that it's not available period. Anyone have some concrete info? Also, if it's not available...anyone got an idea of what could replace that hideous black block-off plate? Thanks, Dave & Stacy "Sideways at 80 mph through the woods. Is there a more intense rush?" - 2005 CR/W MCS, JCW Kit, Xenons, DSC, On-Board Comp., 3-spoke Multifunction, F/R Fogs, Extra 15" 7-hole Wheels for Rally Tires -

Aug 26th, 2004, 02:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
Dave&Stacy SCCA ClubRallyists Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the country... Local Time: 04:43 AM Posts: 216 Offline	Yeah, my MA said that they received word from Mini that this is no longer an option about a week ago. Utter crap if you ask me. Now I have to find a six toggle panel to install. I hate having one empty space. I have to admit after all the problems we've had with the delivery of our car...I'm a little skeptical. I'm starting to get a little ed...but I'm sure that will change when we pick our MCS up tomorrow. "Sideways at 80 mph through the woods. Is there a more intense rush?" - 2005 CR/W MCS, JCW Kit, Xenons, DSC, On-Board Comp., 3-spoke Multifunction, F/R Fogs, Extra 15" 7-hole Wheels for Rally Tires -

Aug 26th, 2004, 12:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
Dave&Stacy SCCA ClubRallyists Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the country... Local Time: 04:43 AM Posts: 216 Offline	If it's retaliation, their punishing the whole US. We're purchasing ours in MN. So, how would we go about purchasing a kit from england? Just email a dealer over there? How hard is the kit to install? -Dave & Stacy "Sideways at 80 mph through the woods. Is there a more intense rush?" - 2005 CR/W MCS, JCW Kit, Xenons, DSC, On-Board Comp., 3-spoke Multifunction, F/R Fogs, Extra 15" 7-hole Wheels for Rally Tires -

Aug 26th, 2004, 01:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dave&Stacy SCCA ClubRallyists Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the country... Local Time: 04:43 AM Posts: 216 Offline	Peter: Thanks for the info. I'll try and pry some more info. out of my MA and service dept. when we go collect today. I post whatever I find out on Monday. We off on a motoring adventure this weekend. You can keep up with our progress at: http://www.rally-america.com/PHPScripts/stagescore.php? Just look for Car #585 Dave/Stacy. -Dave & Stacy "Sideways at 80 mph through the woods. Is there a more intense rush?" - 2005 CR/W MCS, JCW Kit, Xenons, DSC, On-Board Comp., 3-spoke Multifunction, F/R Fogs, Extra 15" 7-hole Wheels for Rally Tires -

Aug 26th, 2004, 01:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
fergusor MINI2 Senior Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chesterfield Local Time: 10:43 AM Posts: 427 Offline	I'll help!! Hi Guys, I'm more than happy to send over items from the UK. I have two MINI dealerships nearby and work just down the road from the Post Office so it won't be a problem. Richard.

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Aug 26th, 2004, 02:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
atmtn MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sterling, VA Local Time: 05:43 AM Posts: 111 Offline	weird. the rear fog light was a must for me (just need all those switches where they should be) and my MA had said they would be able to install it in about a month from when I picked up my car. Haven't called back yet to have it scheduled, but I guess I'll have to follow up...

Aug 26th, 2004, 04:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
Peter Crowl Benny the Yellow Cab Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Littleton Colorado Local Time: 02:43 AM Posts: 350 Offline	Hmmm - I asked just this week about that and haven't received a reply.....but.....you could simply have a rear fog and switch set sent over from England and install it yourself. Peter In a fog in Denver

Aug 26th, 2004, 05:34 AM	#5 (permalink)
BrantV MINI2 Senior Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Pasadena, CA Local Time: 01:43 AM Posts: 560 Offline	Is this retaliation for our petition of last year? I thought only California/Oregon dealers were going to be problematic. Perhaps they're punishing me specifically, as I was vocal about the omission. Seems like it given I moved from Oregon to CA. Was planning on going to Washington or Vegas to get it installed as I plan on driving my MINI in more than just CA and OR. And NO, I'm not really that paranoid. I just have to point that out in case they're watching me.

Aug 26th, 2004, 01:09 PM	#7 (permalink)
Peter Crowl Benny the Yellow Cab Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Littleton Colorado Local Time: 02:43 AM Posts: 350 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Dave&Stacy If it's retaliation, their punishing the whole US. We're purchasing ours in MN. So, how would we go about purchasing a kit from england? Just email a dealer over there? How hard is the kit to install? -Dave & Stacy In another thread I believe it was stated that the wires for the rear fog are already in place - one only needs to install the lamp and the switch...others with more immediate knowledge can perhaps verify this. If indeed I cannot get it from Schomp I can have a friend send it over for me...if you have no personal contacts - of course we all have dozens of contacts just here on the board that might be willing to help - a dealer or aftermarket supplier in the U.K. who advertises on the boards might be willing to help. There has to be a way...and we are motivated! Peter Who, with regard to motivation, points out that there is hardly ever fog in Denver.

Aug 26th, 2004, 01:24 PM	#9 (permalink)
Peter Crowl Benny the Yellow Cab Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Littleton Colorado Local Time: 02:43 AM Posts: 350 Offline	Good for you!! We're interested in learning more about SCCA Rally...your inout would be most appreciated. Have a great weekend! Peter near Englewood Colorado, home of the SCCA

Aug 26th, 2004, 01:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dave&Stacy SCCA ClubRallyists Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the country... Local Time: 04:43 AM Posts: 216 Offline	Richard: Thanks!!! We'll let you know what all happens. Peter: SCCA has actually moved their HQ to Topeka, KS now. The move was completed last summer, I think. For some additional SCCA Rally info., Check out... http://www.specialstage.com/ http://www.ojibweforestrally.com/ http://www.geocities.com/smsrallysport/ http://www.scca.com/Rally/Rally.asp?IdS=01BCC0-8EC8830&x=040\|010&~= and the Colorado Cog Rally may be near you. http://www.coloradocogrally.com/default.htm Come on out and join the fun!!! Whoops...went a bit off topic here. Back to the rear lights.... I was also thinking of retrofitting the pre-05 backup light. I was going to wire it into the backuplight circuit. Any thoughts on this??? Gotta run. -Dave & Stacy "Sideways at 80 mph through the woods. Is there a more intense rush?" - 2005 CR/W MCS, JCW Kit, Xenons, DSC, On-Board Comp., 3-spoke Multifunction, F/R Fogs, Extra 15" 7-hole Wheels for Rally Tires -

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