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bEATLEpAUL · Oct 12th, 2006, 11:29 PM

There is plently of stuff about the 2nd gen mini hatchback, but I am yet to see ANYTHING to do with the replacement convertible! I know the convertible is probably 2 years off, but I would have expected some spys to filter something through to mini2.
The new hatchback would have been designed with the convertible in mind (the current convertible is a cut down hatch) so i would expect to see some very different lines (particulary at the back; pop up head rests as opposed to the roll over hoops?).

The lack of any news could suggest that BMW don't plan to replace the convertible?!?

minicabrio · Oct 13th, 2006, 10:47 AM

BMW of course plan to replace the convertible.

As you said, the next generation model is still at least two years off, I expect MINI will be concentrating on getting the hatch built and ready for the launch next month rather than worrying about the convertible.

Spy shots of the current Convertible in final production guise started filtering in approximately 1 year prior to launch (I believe around March '03), so in a years time expect to see a convertible on the Nurburgring next year. No doubt in the mean time auto express and the like will publish a load of 'photochop' efforts too.

dalboyne · Oct 14th, 2006, 08:47 AM

They better have a new convertible - 'cos I placed my order several weeks ago! And I intend to hang on to Minerva until then......so I hope they get a move on!

There's another thread about this somewhere - it seems that the main effort in 2007 will be the launch of the Traveller, so that's why we loyal convertible fans are at the back of the queue

But then again, this will give them plenty of time to sort out all of the other issues that will emerge with the R56.......

I was half hoping they might at least have a mid-life imporevment for the current shape convertible, perhaps by putting the new engine into it, but that doesn't look likely.

I reckon sales of the current convertible will fall off quite quickly, as people realise they are getting an "old" model with the old power plant.....

"Reedy" · Oct 14th, 2006, 09:52 AM

[quote=dalboyne;2697146
I reckon sales of the current convertible will fall off quite quickly, as people realise they are getting an "old" model with the old power plant.....[/quote]

I'm not sure about that. Those who still love the supercharger may opt for the MCSC instead of the new MCS Turbo.

ItHurts · Oct 14th, 2006, 10:05 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by "Reedy" (original)

I'm not sure about that. Those who still love the supercharger may opt for the MCSC instead of the new MCS Turbo.

That's exactly the choice we made when we chopped in our PW/B MC for a PW/B JCW MCSC. Now that it's "run in " the noise with the roof down is phenomenal!

I would hazard a guess that some people will end up buying the MCSC to get their hands on the last of the supercharged...

dalboyne · Oct 14th, 2006, 11:55 AM

Good point - hadn't thought of that!
Ian

GrFa · Oct 16th, 2006, 06:42 PM

Keeping along the lines of this topic, for how much longer will the current generation convertible be available to spec to order? Ordering one for April 07 should not be a problem right?

minicabrio · Oct 17th, 2006, 08:05 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by GrFa (original)

Keeping along the lines of this topic, for how much longer will the current generation convertible be available to spec to order? Ordering one for April 07 should not be a problem right?

Shouldn't be a problem... you should still be able to order one in early 2008.

JimmyCooperS · Oct 30th, 2006, 09:41 AM

I understand that Spring 2009 is the target for The cabrio. They will concerntrate on expanding the hatch range into Diesels and JCW and the like, and also the Traveler and its variations befor the Cabrio is launched. I think the Speedseter will follow the cab in 2010.

Sound like ages tho!!!

Rakey · Oct 30th, 2006, 09:44 AM

the new Convertible has been designed we were told on Saturday, its due in two years time.

I'd guess there are test cars about, so it won't be long till someone gets a photo of one

binchybabes · Oct 30th, 2006, 04:58 PM

I was told a couple of years too when I met the regional technical manager for MINI UK...

Might have to start saving for a MCSC to upgrade from my MCC!

Miniadventure12 · Nov 3rd, 2006, 01:10 PM

HI

went to the stealers for some maintaince work on me MCC and got to look at the new mini cooper mk2. it was sweet. I was not for the new car at first but having seen it in flesh I was blow away.

Anyway more to the point. He told me that the New Convertibles will be out in Nov 2008. He also informed of the Traveller which he said was due in Nov 2007. interesting

minicabrio · Nov 3rd, 2006, 02:03 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Miniadventure12 (original)

Anyway more to the point. He told me that the New Convertibles will be out in Nov 2008. He also informed of the Traveller which he said was due in Nov 2007. interesting

That is correct. They will be the 2009 model year so they will arrive in 2008.

Miniadventure12 · Nov 3rd, 2006, 03:29 PM

Thats me sorted them. enought time to start saving for the new gen MCSC. hopefully going to test drive the new s demo at my local garage when its lanuched so will be able to get a feel

Oct 12th, 2006, 11:29 PM	#1
bEATLEpAUL MINI2 Newbie Join Date: May 2005 Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 20 Offline	Any news on the 2nd generation convertible? There is plently of stuff about the 2nd gen mini hatchback, but I am yet to see ANYTHING to do with the replacement convertible! I know the convertible is probably 2 years off, but I would have expected some spys to filter something through to mini2. The new hatchback would have been designed with the convertible in mind (the current convertible is a cut down hatch) so i would expect to see some very different lines (particulary at the back; pop up head rests as opposed to the roll over hoops?). The lack of any news could suggest that BMW don't plan to replace the convertible?!?

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"Reedy" Lost in Mini2 My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Oxfordshire Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 924 Offline	[quote=dalboyne;2697146 I reckon sales of the current convertible will fall off quite quickly, as people realise they are getting an "old" model with the old power plant.....[/quote] I'm not sure about that. Those who still love the supercharger may opt for the MCSC instead of the new MCS Turbo. JCW Black R105 - JCW Strut - More Mods Soon...

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ItHurts Letting the days go by Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Stop Making Sense Local Time: 09:09 AM Posts: 909 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by "Reedy" (original) I'm not sure about that. Those who still love the supercharger may opt for the MCSC instead of the new MCS Turbo. That's exactly the choice we made when we chopped in our PW/B MC for a PW/B JCW MCSC. Now that it's "run in " the noise with the roof down is phenomenal! I would hazard a guess that some people will end up buying the MCSC to get their hands on the last of the supercharged... If you can't be good... be good at it!

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JimmyCooperS Recaro Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Worcester, Midlands Local Time: 09:09 AM Posts: 49 Offline	I understand that Spring 2009 is the target for The cabrio. They will concerntrate on expanding the hatch range into Diesels and JCW and the like, and also the Traveler and its variations befor the Cabrio is launched. I think the Speedseter will follow the cab in 2010. Sound like ages tho!!! Midlanders... Feed your addiction at miniaddiction

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Rakey I am not a number!! My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: The Village Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 50,334 Offline	the new Convertible has been designed we were told on Saturday, its due in two years time. I'd guess there are test cars about, so it won't be long till someone gets a photo of one Its only a forum you know!

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Oct 13th, 2006, 10:47 AM	#2 (permalink)
minicabrio Back in a MINI Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 15,028 Offline	BMW of course plan to replace the convertible. As you said, the next generation model is still at least two years off, I expect MINI will be concentrating on getting the hatch built and ready for the launch next month rather than worrying about the convertible. Spy shots of the current Convertible in final production guise started filtering in approximately 1 year prior to launch (I believe around March '03), so in a years time expect to see a convertible on the Nurburgring next year. No doubt in the mean time auto express and the like will publish a load of 'photochop' efforts too.

Oct 14th, 2006, 08:47 AM	#3 (permalink)
dalboyne Waiting patiently for R57 My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Luxembourg Local Time: 11:09 AM Posts: 1,551 Offline	They better have a new convertible - 'cos I placed my order several weeks ago! And I intend to hang on to Minerva until then......so I hope they get a move on! There's another thread about this somewhere - it seems that the main effort in 2007 will be the launch of the Traveller, so that's why we loyal convertible fans are at the back of the queue But then again, this will give them plenty of time to sort out all of the other issues that will emerge with the R56....... I was half hoping they might at least have a mid-life imporevment for the current shape convertible, perhaps by putting the new engine into it, but that doesn't look likely. I reckon sales of the current convertible will fall off quite quickly, as people realise they are getting an "old" model with the old power plant.....

Oct 14th, 2006, 11:55 AM	#6 (permalink)
dalboyne Waiting patiently for R57 My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Luxembourg Local Time: 11:09 AM Posts: 1,551 Offline	Good point - hadn't thought of that! Ian

Oct 16th, 2006, 06:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
GrFa MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: outside NYC/BOS Local Time: 04:09 AM Posts: 48 Offline	Keeping along the lines of this topic, for how much longer will the current generation convertible be available to spec to order? Ordering one for April 07 should not be a problem right?

Oct 17th, 2006, 08:05 AM	#8 (permalink)
minicabrio Back in a MINI Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 15,028 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by GrFa (original) Keeping along the lines of this topic, for how much longer will the current generation convertible be available to spec to order? Ordering one for April 07 should not be a problem right? Shouldn't be a problem... you should still be able to order one in early 2008.

Oct 30th, 2006, 04:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
binchybabes MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Midlands Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 123 Offline	I was told a couple of years too when I met the regional technical manager for MINI UK... Might have to start saving for a MCSC to upgrade from my MCC!

Nov 3rd, 2006, 01:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
Miniadventure12 MINI2 Senior Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bath Local Time: 09:09 AM Posts: 365 Offline	HI went to the stealers for some maintaince work on me MCC and got to look at the new mini cooper mk2. it was sweet. I was not for the new car at first but having seen it in flesh I was blow away. Anyway more to the point. He told me that the New Convertibles will be out in Nov 2008. He also informed of the Traveller which he said was due in Nov 2007. interesting My Space

Nov 3rd, 2006, 02:03 PM	#13 (permalink)
minicabrio Back in a MINI Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 10:09 AM Posts: 15,028 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Miniadventure12 (original) Anyway more to the point. He told me that the New Convertibles will be out in Nov 2008. He also informed of the Traveller which he said was due in Nov 2007. interesting That is correct. They will be the 2009 model year so they will arrive in 2008.

Nov 3rd, 2006, 03:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
Miniadventure12 MINI2 Senior Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bath Local Time: 09:09 AM Posts: 365 Offline	Thats me sorted them. enought time to start saving for the new gen MCSC. hopefully going to test drive the new s demo at my local garage when its lanuched so will be able to get a feel My Space

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