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Intrepid · Mar 27th, 2005, 09:50 AM

I've recently made one of the toughest and bravest decisions of my life to date. I have had to come to terms with reality and have decided that I have to sell my beloved Mini.

I can't imagine what life will be like without her, and I know that I'll be gutted every time I see a mini on the road.

Thinking of selling in the summer as I want to do a roadtrip to Ireland before then, and enjoy some nice dry roads before she goes.

Anyone got any tips on selling Minis, how to cope emotionally, and what life is like after Mini? Help....!

AprilWhine · Mar 27th, 2005, 09:57 AM

I'm very sorry it has come to this.

I sold my 2002 MC and missed it a great deal, so much so that I now have a 2005 MCSCa on order. I think you will eventually replace your MINI.

wibbly · Mar 27th, 2005, 09:58 AM

You can't!

Tinkerbell · Mar 27th, 2005, 10:02 AM

I'm so sorry to hear your news Intrepid. I hope you find an alternative to selling her.

*hugs*
Tinks x

pappillon · Mar 27th, 2005, 10:17 AM

Oh, sweetheart....

AidenL · Mar 27th, 2005, 10:23 AM

Selling?

That car is part of you Susannah !

Come over and do MtM at the end of April, thats the one to do over here.........

LMB · Mar 27th, 2005, 02:03 PM

What are you getting to replace it?

ALD0 · Mar 27th, 2005, 02:10 PM

Sorry to hear you are selling your MINI

With regards to selling-My last 2 MINI have sold on here through MINI 2-Which has paid over and over for the Privilege membership. I used Auto Trader and just had companys phoning me up trying to sell me their publications.

So take some nice pics and get her posted up here

Paul · Mar 27th, 2005, 05:26 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by interceptor

Sorry to hear you are selling your MINI

With regards to selling-My last 2 MINI have sold on here through MINI 2-Which has paid over and over for the Privilege membership. I used Auto Trader and just had companys phoning me up trying to sell me their publications.

So take some nice pics and get her posted up here

Excellent.

Lorri · Mar 27th, 2005, 05:32 PM

Oh Susannah

good luck selling her

CooperID · Mar 27th, 2005, 06:33 PM

Oh No!!

Your MINI is one of the best looking cars on here IMO...

If you want to see Ireland in it though... MtM is definitely the way to go

Goonery · Mar 27th, 2005, 06:40 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by CooperID

Oh No!!

Your MINI is one of the best looking cars on here IMO...

If you want to see Ireland in it though... MtM is definitely the way to go

Its definitely the fastest way to go

Are you sure Suz ?, Are you really SURE ??,
Hey how about I sell you a new one

Kirstykix · Mar 27th, 2005, 07:38 PM

Oh no

No more Rocket! I'm so sorry that it has come to this and as you said it was the hardest and bravest decision you've ever made. I did the same before Christmas, it was VERY hard selling her but I know in the back of my mind - even though I doubt myself everytime I see one - it was the best thing to have done. Good luck, I'm here for any moral support, people really do not realise how attached you become to "a car", these people have never owned a MINI!!! I didn't replace Georgie with anything but am insured on my mum's KA - it moves but is a HUGE culture shock, the cornering is shockingly bad and I often forget when approaching a roundabout and have to slow down considerably

Seriously best of luck, I personally had no luck on MINI2 selling mine and finally sold her privately.

mignon · Mar 27th, 2005, 08:10 PM

nooooooooo oooooooh...intrepid

change your lifestyle instead

... that should do it!!!

(being just a little more sensible...hope all goes smoothly for you with the sale

)

wildchild jules · Mar 27th, 2005, 08:37 PM

Oh honey, I really hope you don't end up having to sell your beloved Mini. However, I know that with the plans you ahve you will no doubt have a lot of fun if you do sell. at the end of the day, no matter how tough it will be having to sell, at least you have had the experience of having a Mini and you have got to know all of us so you will still be part of the Mini community!!

good luck with whatever you do!

Rakey · Mar 28th, 2005, 08:39 AM

I really don't know what to say Susannah

Come do MtM, thats the best way to say goodbye to your beloved MINI

jbensley · Mar 28th, 2005, 09:24 AM

I'm sorry you're going to be selling your MINI.

Good luck with everything. I'm sure you'll get another MINI one day.

p.s. I think you did absolutely the right thing in giving your notice. People let themselves be screwed over far too easily.

Intrepid · Mar 28th, 2005, 10:01 AM

oh you sweet wonderful people - I'm nearly crying reading this! How pathetic..

Will try and do MtM if I can - depends on when work let me go.... they might kick me out the day I hand in my notice! brilliant if they do!

Feel like I'm going to be losing my right arm - Aiden you are right! Rocket is an extension of me... but I'm having a bit of an epiphany... need to let some things go out of my life right now (sounds so dramatic!) and allow some new stuff in. Selling Rocket should allow for this... You never know - one day I might create her again... in the meantime someone else will be a lucky so and so, and have an amazing time with her.

I've had an incredible time with my little red Mini and met you rabble too - I NEVER dreamed I would meet anyone through the internet!

I'm currently getting insurance quotes for a second hand Impreza turbo... I'm actually quite excited - I might turn my hand to rallying next!

I'll keep you posted.... thanks for your kind words - I'm really touched.

Intrepid. xx

Hickster · Mar 28th, 2005, 10:51 AM

Oh dear - sorry to hear it has come to this Susie

Whatever the circumstances it must have been a tough decision to take - I know how much you love Rocket and selling him will be a heartbreaker. Maybe something will come along to change your mind but whatever happens it's certainly been (hopefully) a great experience for you.

All the best
Paul

Intrepid · Mar 28th, 2005, 04:00 PM

Thanks Hickie.... no more howling to the Beatles in the darkness..

Mar 27th, 2005, 09:50 AM	#1
Intrepid Gutter Princess Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Planet Hoff Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 3,477 Offline	End of an era... I've recently made one of the toughest and bravest decisions of my life to date. I have had to come to terms with reality and have decided that I have to sell my beloved Mini. I can't imagine what life will be like without her, and I know that I'll be gutted every time I see a mini on the road. Thinking of selling in the summer as I want to do a roadtrip to Ireland before then, and enjoy some nice dry roads before she goes. Anyone got any tips on selling Minis, how to cope emotionally, and what life is like after Mini? Help....! http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/11588/54205.jpg

Mar 27th, 2005, 09:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
AprilWhine Loves the Fuzzy One Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gypsy Local Time: 09:44 AM Posts: 16,993 Offline	I'm very sorry it has come to this. I sold my 2002 MC and missed it a great deal, so much so that I now have a 2005 MCSCa on order. I think you will eventually replace your MINI. Global Moderator

Mar 27th, 2005, 09:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
wibbly In my Classic Mk 1 :) Join Date: Jan 2004 Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 6,570 Offline	You can't! \| MINIaddiction \| \| For MIDLANDS Folk in their MINI's \|

Mar 27th, 2005, 10:23 AM	#6 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 42,173 Offline	Selling? That car is part of you Susannah ! Come over and do MtM at the end of April, thats the one to do over here......... *Global Moderator*

Mar 27th, 2005, 02:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 24,928 Offline	What are you getting to replace it? Global Moderator

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Mar 27th, 2005, 10:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Tinkerbell MINI-no-more Join Date: May 2003 Location: Devon Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 1,454 Offline	I'm so sorry to hear your news Intrepid. I hope you find an alternative to selling her. hugs Tinks x

Mar 27th, 2005, 10:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
pappillon Can't Keep Join Date: Nov 2003 Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 8,191 Offline	Oh, sweetheart....

Mar 27th, 2005, 02:10 PM	#8 (permalink)
ALD0 Hacking the IBUS Join Date: Jun 2003 Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 9,511 Offline	Sorry to hear you are selling your MINI With regards to selling-My last 2 MINI have sold on here through MINI 2-Which has paid over and over for the Privilege membership. I used Auto Trader and just had companys phoning me up trying to sell me their publications. So take some nice pics and get her posted up here

Mar 27th, 2005, 05:26 PM	#9 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 41,213 Online	Quote: Originally Posted by interceptor Sorry to hear you are selling your MINI With regards to selling-My last 2 MINI have sold on here through MINI 2-Which has paid over and over for the Privilege membership. I used Auto Trader and just had companys phoning me up trying to sell me their publications. So take some nice pics and get her posted up here Excellent. There aint no party like my nana's tea party

Mar 27th, 2005, 05:32 PM	#10 (permalink)
Lorri I can feel it Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sheffield Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 11,538 Online	Oh Susannah good luck selling her M2CB09 ~ It's a Golden Celebration
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Mar 27th, 2005, 06:33 PM	#11 (permalink)
CooperID ///M Power Join Date: May 2004 Location: on the move.... Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 5,112 Offline	Oh No!! Your MINI is one of the best looking cars on here IMO... If you want to see Ireland in it though... MtM is definitely the way to go

Mar 27th, 2005, 06:40 PM	#12 (permalink)
Goonery You can put lipstick on.. My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2003 Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 13,686 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by CooperID Oh No!! Your MINI is one of the best looking cars on here IMO... If you want to see Ireland in it though... MtM is definitely the way to go Its definitely the fastest way to go Are you sure Suz ?, Are you really SURE ??, Hey how about I sell you a new one

Mar 27th, 2005, 07:38 PM	#13 (permalink)
Kirstykix MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Orpington, Kent Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 334 Offline	Oh no No more Rocket! I'm so sorry that it has come to this and as you said it was the hardest and bravest decision you've ever made. I did the same before Christmas, it was VERY hard selling her but I know in the back of my mind - even though I doubt myself everytime I see one - it was the best thing to have done. Good luck, I'm here for any moral support, people really do not realise how attached you become to "a car", these people have never owned a MINI!!! I didn't replace Georgie with anything but am insured on my mum's KA - it moves but is a HUGE culture shock, the cornering is shockingly bad and I often forget when approaching a roundabout and have to slow down considerably Seriously best of luck, I personally had no luck on MINI2 selling mine and finally sold her privately. *March 2003, Mini Cooper, Solid Black, White Roof, White Bonnet Stripes, Red Tartan Kaleido/leather, Chilli Pack, SSP, 6 CD Changer, Cassette Boost Bootiful!! - Now gone But still got the MINI spirit

Mar 27th, 2005, 08:10 PM	#14 (permalink)
mignon MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: brisbane australia Local Time: 02:44 AM Posts: 2,172 Offline	nooooooooo oooooooh...intrepid change your lifestyle instead ... that should do it!!! (being just a little more sensible...hope all goes smoothly for you with the sale ) WHY BOTHER TO SHOW UP IF YOU CAN'T SHOW OFF

Mar 27th, 2005, 08:37 PM	#15 (permalink)
wildchild jules Now answering to Lady J! Join Date: Aug 2004 Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 10,294 Offline	Oh honey, I really hope you don't end up having to sell your beloved Mini. However, I know that with the plans you ahve you will no doubt have a lot of fun if you do sell. at the end of the day, no matter how tough it will be having to sell, at least you have had the experience of having a Mini and you have got to know all of us so you will still be part of the Mini community!! good luck with whatever you do!

Mar 28th, 2005, 08:39 AM	#16 (permalink)
Rakey Four Candles? My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Hardware Shop Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 51,129 Offline	I really don't know what to say Susannah Come do MtM, thats the best way to say goodbye to your beloved MINI The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?

Mar 28th, 2005, 09:24 AM	#17 (permalink)
jbensley MINI2 Senior Join Date: Aug 2004 Local Time: 02:44 AM Posts: 680 Offline	I'm sorry you're going to be selling your MINI. Good luck with everything. I'm sure you'll get another MINI one day. p.s. I think you did absolutely the right thing in giving your notice. People let themselves be screwed over far too easily.

Mar 28th, 2005, 10:01 AM	#18 (permalink)
Intrepid Gutter Princess Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Planet Hoff Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 3,477 Offline	oh you sweet wonderful people - I'm nearly crying reading this! How pathetic.. Will try and do MtM if I can - depends on when work let me go.... they might kick me out the day I hand in my notice! brilliant if they do! Feel like I'm going to be losing my right arm - Aiden you are right! Rocket is an extension of me... but I'm having a bit of an epiphany... need to let some things go out of my life right now (sounds so dramatic!) and allow some new stuff in. Selling Rocket should allow for this... You never know - one day I might create her again... in the meantime someone else will be a lucky so and so, and have an amazing time with her. I've had an incredible time with my little red Mini and met you rabble too - I NEVER dreamed I would meet anyone through the internet! I'm currently getting insurance quotes for a second hand Impreza turbo... I'm actually quite excited - I might turn my hand to rallying next! I'll keep you posted.... thanks for your kind words - I'm really touched. Intrepid. xx http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/11588/54205.jpg

Mar 28th, 2005, 10:51 AM	#19 (permalink)
Hickster Hitched to Mrs H My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: The SOUTH Local Time: 05:44 PM Posts: 7,396 Offline	Oh dear - sorry to hear it has come to this Susie Whatever the circumstances it must have been a tough decision to take - I know how much you love Rocket and selling him will be a heartbreaker. Maybe something will come along to change your mind but whatever happens it's certainly been (hopefully) a great experience for you. All the best Paul D-lite-full

Mar 28th, 2005, 04:00 PM	#20 (permalink)
Intrepid Gutter Princess Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Planet Hoff Local Time: 04:44 PM Posts: 3,477 Offline	Thanks Hickie.... no more howling to the Beatles in the darkness.. http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/11588/54205.jpg

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