MINI2

swamos · Oct 7th, 2007, 11:45 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

It was actually quite refreshing to hear MINI go on record today and admit that the rear door is on the side it is because that is the only way the Clubman will pass US safety regulations.

At least they didn't try and fob us off with some of the usual non-committal spin!

Where did they go on record saying this? Please link me up?

minicabrio · Oct 7th, 2007, 11:59 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by swamos (original)

Where did they go on record saying this? Please link me up?

It was at the MINI Clubman VIP Preview event at Plant Oxford. In a presentation by a member of the Munich led design team, he explained that due to the position of the fuel filler (on the left side of the vehicle), it is impossible to postion a door there.

To get a door on the other side would mean moving the fuel filler rearwards, which puts it effectively in the middle of a crumple zone. Metal reinforcement would then be required to protect the fuel filler, which would in turn add more weight to the rear of the car, and affect handling.

Because of all this, the second rear door on the left hand side was ruled out.

smartbomb · Oct 8th, 2007, 06:02 PM

The clubdoor rules !
I thought Dirk came across superbly and seemed a really decent bloke when I spoke to hin after the presentation.
The for and against argument came over well, and I like the fact the car has different profiles.
If you want to be dull and buy a golf, MINI stands out for being a bit different and the club and rear doors underscore this philosophy.

The food was awesome too !

Oct 7th, 2007, 11:45 AM	#41
swamos MINI Traitor Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 03:12 AM Posts: 6,159 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original) It was actually quite refreshing to hear MINI go on record today and admit that the rear door is on the side it is because that is the only way the Clubman will pass US safety regulations. At least they didn't try and fob us off with some of the usual non-committal spin! Where did they go on record saying this? Please link me up? Clubman less....

LinkBacks (?) LinkBack to this Thread: http://www.mini2.com/forum/mini-clubman/147207-clubman-door-fiasco.html
Posted By	For	Type	Date
MINI2 MINI2 at the VIP MINI Clubman Preview, Plant Oxford	Post #37	Pingback	Oct 8th, 2007 09:54 AM

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
MINI admits Clubman door flaw	Paul	MINI Clubman	36	Aug 26th, 2007 06:23 PM
Mini confirm Clubman 'suicide' rear door layout	memphisto	MINI Clubman	66	Jun 30th, 2007 05:50 PM
Removing Alloy Patina elipses and door pockets from door cards	Tigger, Eeyore & Roo	Interior & Ice	6	May 22nd, 2007 10:20 PM
fuel line fiasco	fulghie	Faults & Fixes	3	Jul 11th, 2002 05:09 PM

MINI2

Fuel for your MINI obsession

Discuss the unique aspects of the MINI Clubman here

Today
Sponsors	Sponsored Links Registered members do not see Google Ads posts, they can also post messages, pictures, and classified adverts. Register your free account today and become a member of MINI2 - MINI Forum

Oct 7th, 2007, 11:59 AM	#42 (permalink)
minicabrio Back in a MINI Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 06:12 PM Posts: 15,449 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by swamos (original) Where did they go on record saying this? Please link me up? It was at the MINI Clubman VIP Preview event at Plant Oxford. In a presentation by a member of the Munich led design team, he explained that due to the position of the fuel filler (on the left side of the vehicle), it is impossible to postion a door there. To get a door on the other side would mean moving the fuel filler rearwards, which puts it effectively in the middle of a crumple zone. Metal reinforcement would then be required to protect the fuel filler, which would in turn add more weight to the rear of the car, and affect handling. Because of all this, the second rear door on the left hand side was ruled out.

Oct 8th, 2007, 06:02 PM	#43 (permalink)
smartbomb Bring the noise My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Trancentral Local Time: 05:12 PM Posts: 2,614 Offline	The clubdoor rules ! I thought Dirk came across superbly and seemed a really decent bloke when I spoke to hin after the presentation. The for and against argument came over well, and I like the fact the car has different profiles. If you want to be dull and buy a golf, MINI stands out for being a bit different and the club and rear doors underscore this philosophy. The food was awesome too !

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)