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eBrit · Sep 26th, 2002, 03:10 AM

I've put my name down with my dealer for a Cabriolet on the 18/9/02. ..the evening I picked up our MCS. Anyone else on a list? Anyone any news?

I have heard MINI are working on a dropping hardtop a la Peugot CC and very unlike the "pram" roof in this photo. Has anyone got one of these bespokes?

eBrit

daver · Sep 29th, 2002, 07:46 AM

I sincerly hope they can make a Peugeot cc/Mercedes SL(K)-alike folding hardtop MINI-cabrio. Even if it means sacrificing luggage space completely (the little space whe currently have...). A MINI coupé/convertible in one MINI, yeah bay yeah!

A folding roof like the one on he picture is both ugly and impractical. Eagerly awaiting more news on the convertible

eBrit · Sep 30th, 2002, 11:29 AM

Quote:

AutoExpress, March 18, 2002
An official MINI drop-top plus a five-door hatch version will debut at September's Paris Motor Show.That's the word from BMW's head of design Chris Bangle, who said Munich engineers were trying every variation on the MINI theme.

...Well...did it make the Paris Motor Show? Anyone know?

eBrit

cakoii · Sep 30th, 2002, 02:46 PM

No. Nothing really new at the Paris Motorshow. Only a new Wheel on the Cooper S.

eBrit · Sep 30th, 2002, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by cakoii
No. Nothing really new at the Paris Motorshow. Only a new Wheel on the Cooper S.

Shame. But DO tell us about the new steering wheel...you're probably the first to see it on MINI2

eBrit

myluplymini · Oct 5th, 2002, 09:15 AM

Quote:

I've put my name down with my dealer for a Cabriolet on the 18/9/02. ..the evening I picked up our MCS. Anyone else on a list? Anyone any news?

I was thinking of doing the same thing when I picked up my S (14/09/02) - did you have to put down a deposit? How much did the dealer estimate the Carbrio to cost? When can you expect delivery?

Sorry about the inquistition but I'd love to have an open top 'S' - imagine that supercharge whine with the roof down . . . heaven!

eBrit · Oct 8th, 2002, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by myluplymini

I was thinking of doing the same thing when I picked up my S (14/09/02) - did you have to put down a deposit? How much did the dealer estimate the Carbrio to cost? When can you expect delivery?

No deposit. I also made it conditional that if I didn't like what eventually was on offer I can transfer my name to the straight MCS list. Guesstimate...available April 2004.

eBrit

myluplymini · Oct 9th, 2002, 04:06 PM

Thanks for the info.

Will enquire about making an order with similar get out clauses in case it's a duffer.

Cheers!

here2help · Oct 14th, 2002, 04:55 PM

The mini convertible will be launched in 2004

cooper4us · Oct 14th, 2002, 05:24 PM

What about the wagon (Clubman estate)?

I would love to have a MINI with a few extra inches of rear legroom and cargo space. A MINI Cooper S wagon would be even better!!!

Paul · Oct 14th, 2002, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by here2help
The mini convertible will be launched in 2004

That's what I've been told, and been saying on here, since last year. I hope that time scale stays on track!

cmt · Oct 15th, 2002, 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Paul_Mullett

That's what I've been told, and been saying on here, since last year. I hope that time scale stays on track!

I had a random letter from MINI saying that the convertible (and other models which I can't remember, I'll try to dig out the letter) will be available in the next 18 months. So sounds about right.

MiNiGuY · Oct 15th, 2002, 02:29 PM

Sounds about right.

I'd expect show cars late spring 2003 not much later. Good magazines could expect to get spy shots from about Dec 2002 onward. 2004 sounds reasonable for full production.

R52 is the designated model number.
You heard it here first.

MiNiGuY.

AidenL · Oct 15th, 2002, 02:31 PM

So, I wonder will the cabrio have One, Cooper and S versions ??

MiNiGuY · Oct 15th, 2002, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AidenL
So, I wonder will the cabrio have One, Cooper and S versions ??

AidenL - I'd assume not, considering the R52 designation, which I gave away exclusively to MINI2,dare I say it, maybe world exclusively,in my last post.

Hopefully not to my own detriment!!

Dunno if that bugger will have red seats yet either Aiden

AidenL · Oct 15th, 2002, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MiNiGuY

Dunno if that bugger will have red seats yet either Aiden

Probably not, knowing my luck !

So, what does that designation mean MiNiGuY, which model will it be based on.......care to reveal another exclusive ?

You should start charging for this info !

MiNiGuY · Oct 15th, 2002, 02:48 PM

I would have to be suicidal to say any more.
I enjoy letting titbits of info out a little bit early, because it's not going to be long before the mags etc report this anyway.
However I've given enough info about myself over the last few months for BMW to pinpoint me and come down on me like a ton of bricks!!
They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!!

AidenL · Oct 15th, 2002, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MiNiGuY
They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!!

Nuff said......

We want to keep you around too !

eBrit · Oct 15th, 2002, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MiNiGuY
However I've given enough info about myself over the last few months for BMW to pinpoint me and come down on me like a ton of bricks!!
They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!!

AMEN to that MiNiGuY!...and very interesting news!

However...disconnected to you....MINI claim "you join a gang"...they don't seem to have grasped the full meaning of this at the moment...and I have all their marketing contact names and telephone numbers!!!! (Press Connections

) I really wan't to discuss.
I was really chuffed to get BMW's permission to have access to their shipping/transportation arrangements...but I really do believe they can "ooomph" their marketing / sales PR by "being really part of the gang"! (See Delivery Threads et al)

ps MiNiGuY!, WHAT do the coloured discs mean????? MiNiGuY!...put me out of my misery!

eBrit

MiNiGuY · Oct 16th, 2002, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by eBrit

ps MiNiGuY!, WHAT do the coloured discs mean????? MiNiGuY!...put me out of my misery!

eBrit

Tried to p.m you but your box was full mate. I'll try again.

...Nope. still full.

Basically not sure about the colour stickers.
I'll see if I can find out. They are nothing to do with the actual building process as they are only used on completed cars awaiting transportation indicating that they serve a holding/shipping purpose.
If I find out more I'll let you know.

As for vin lettering, I saw your thread briefly, and that question was answered correctly by BruceK or Basil I believe.

All the best.

Sep 26th, 2002, 03:10 AM	#1
eBrit MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 574 Offline	MINI Cabriolet I've put my name down with my dealer for a Cabriolet on the 18/9/02. ..the evening I picked up our MCS. Anyone else on a list? Anyone any news? I have heard MINI are working on a dropping hardtop a la Peugot CC and very unlike the "pram" roof in this photo. Has anyone got one of these bespokes? eBrit Attached Thumbnails

Sep 29th, 2002, 07:46 AM	#2 (permalink)
daver MINI2 Senior Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bree,BELGIUM Local Time: 04:54 AM Posts: 361 Offline	I sincerly hope they can make a Peugeot cc/Mercedes SL(K)-alike folding hardtop MINI-cabrio. Even if it means sacrificing luggage space completely (the little space whe currently have...). A MINI coupé/convertible in one MINI, yeah bay yeah! A folding roof like the one on he picture is both ugly and impractical. Eagerly awaiting more news on the convertible Daver ======================================= ---There can be only ONE--- ---Trust no ONE---

Sep 30th, 2002, 02:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
cakoii MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: France Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 5 Offline	No. Nothing really new at the Paris Motorshow. Only a new Wheel on the Cooper S. Mini Cooper S dark silver white roof, dsc, airbags.

Oct 9th, 2002, 04:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
myluplymini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: London, UK Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 70 Offline	Thanks for the info. Will enquire about making an order with similar get out clauses in case it's a duffer. Cheers! EB/W Cooper S - Chilli Pack - Sunroof - MFSW - build date August '02

Oct 14th, 2002, 04:55 PM	#9 (permalink)
here2help MINI2 Senior Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 540 Offline	convert The mini convertible will be launched in 2004

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Sep 30th, 2002, 11:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
eBrit MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 574 Offline	Quote: AutoExpress, March 18, 2002 An official MINI drop-top plus a five-door hatch version will debut at September's Paris Motor Show.That's the word from BMW's head of design Chris Bangle, who said Munich engineers were trying every variation on the MINI theme. ...Well...did it make the Paris Motor Show? Anyone know? eBrit

Sep 30th, 2002, 10:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
eBrit MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 574 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by cakoii No. Nothing really new at the Paris Motorshow. Only a new Wheel on the Cooper S. Shame. But DO tell us about the new steering wheel...you're probably the first to see it on MINI2 eBrit

Oct 5th, 2002, 09:15 AM	#6 (permalink)
myluplymini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: London, UK Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 70 Offline	Quote: I've put my name down with my dealer for a Cabriolet on the 18/9/02. ..the evening I picked up our MCS. Anyone else on a list? Anyone any news? I was thinking of doing the same thing when I picked up my S (14/09/02) - did you have to put down a deposit? How much did the dealer estimate the Carbrio to cost? When can you expect delivery? Sorry about the inquistition but I'd love to have an open top 'S' - imagine that supercharge whine with the roof down . . . heaven!

Oct 8th, 2002, 05:12 AM	#7 (permalink)
eBrit MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 574 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by myluplymini I was thinking of doing the same thing when I picked up my S (14/09/02) - did you have to put down a deposit? How much did the dealer estimate the Carbrio to cost? When can you expect delivery? No deposit. I also made it conditional that if I didn't like what eventually was on offer I can transfer my name to the straight MCS list. Guesstimate...available April 2004. eBrit

Oct 14th, 2002, 05:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
cooper4us MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 09:54 PM Posts: 1,423 Offline	What about the wagon (Clubman estate)? I would love to have a MINI with a few extra inches of rear legroom and cargo space. A MINI Cooper S wagon would be even better!!! '02 MINI Cooper CVT On Order: 2004 MCS (Est production date: 9/5/03)

Oct 14th, 2002, 09:08 PM	#11 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 40,555 Offline	Re: convert Quote: Originally posted by here2help The mini convertible will be launched in 2004 That's what I've been told, and been saying on here, since last year. I hope that time scale stays on track!

Oct 15th, 2002, 03:36 AM	#12 (permalink)
cmt MINI2 Lurker + Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Westhoughton, NW Eng Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 1,211 Offline	Re: Re: convert Quote: Originally posted by Paul_Mullett That's what I've been told, and been saying on here, since last year. I hope that time scale stays on track! I had a random letter from MINI saying that the convertible (and other models which I can't remember, I'll try to dig out the letter) will be available in the next 18 months. So sounds about right.

Oct 15th, 2002, 02:29 PM	#13 (permalink)
MiNiGuY MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2002 Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 808 Offline	R52 Sounds about right. I'd expect show cars late spring 2003 not much later. Good magazines could expect to get spy shots from about Dec 2002 onward. 2004 sounds reasonable for full production. R52 is the designated model number. You heard it here first. MiNiGuY.

Oct 15th, 2002, 02:31 PM	#14 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 42,147 Offline	So, I wonder will the cabrio have One, Cooper and S versions ?? *Global Moderator*

Oct 15th, 2002, 02:37 PM	#15 (permalink)
MiNiGuY MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2002 Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 808 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by AidenL So, I wonder will the cabrio have One, Cooper and S versions ?? AidenL - I'd assume not, considering the R52 designation, which I gave away exclusively to MINI2,dare I say it, maybe world exclusively,in my last post. Hopefully not to my own detriment!! Dunno if that bugger will have red seats yet either Aiden

Oct 15th, 2002, 02:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 42,147 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by MiNiGuY Dunno if that bugger will have red seats yet either Aiden Probably not, knowing my luck ! So, what does that designation mean MiNiGuY, which model will it be based on.......care to reveal another exclusive ? You should start charging for this info ! *Global Moderator*

Oct 15th, 2002, 02:48 PM	#17 (permalink)
MiNiGuY MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2002 Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 808 Offline	R52 I would have to be suicidal to say any more. I enjoy letting titbits of info out a little bit early, because it's not going to be long before the mags etc report this anyway. However I've given enough info about myself over the last few months for BMW to pinpoint me and come down on me like a ton of bricks!! They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!!

Oct 15th, 2002, 03:04 PM	#18 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 42,147 Offline	Re: R52 Quote: Originally posted by MiNiGuY They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!! Nuff said...... We want to keep you around too ! *Global Moderator*

Oct 15th, 2002, 04:11 PM	#19 (permalink)
eBrit MINI2 Senior Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 02:54 AM Posts: 574 Offline	Re: R52 Quote: Originally posted by MiNiGuY However I've given enough info about myself over the last few months for BMW to pinpoint me and come down on me like a ton of bricks!! They haven't as it goes, and i'd like to keep it that way!! AMEN to that MiNiGuY!...and very interesting news! However...disconnected to you....MINI claim "you join a gang"...they don't seem to have grasped the full meaning of this at the moment...and I have all their marketing contact names and telephone numbers!!!! (Press Connections ) I really wan't to discuss. I was really chuffed to get BMW's permission to have access to their shipping/transportation arrangements...but I really do believe they can "ooomph" their marketing / sales PR by "being really part of the gang"! (See Delivery Threads et al) ps MiNiGuY!, WHAT do the coloured discs mean????? MiNiGuY!...put me out of my misery! eBrit

Oct 16th, 2002, 12:48 PM	#20 (permalink)
MiNiGuY MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2002 Local Time: 03:54 AM Posts: 808 Offline	Re: Re: R52 Quote: Originally posted by eBrit ps MiNiGuY!, WHAT do the coloured discs mean????? MiNiGuY!...put me out of my misery! eBrit Tried to p.m you but your box was full mate. I'll try again. ...Nope. still full. Basically not sure about the colour stickers. I'll see if I can find out. They are nothing to do with the actual building process as they are only used on completed cars awaiting transportation indicating that they serve a holding/shipping purpose. If I find out more I'll let you know. As for vin lettering, I saw your thread briefly, and that question was answered correctly by BruceK or Basil I believe. All the best.

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