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OregonCooper · Dec 18th, 2003, 10:18 PM

MINI Cooper
CR/W
Tartan red interior
DSC
3-spoke MFSW
Chrome bumper inserts
Cold weather package
Rain-sensing wipers/auto-dimming mirror
Front fog lights
White 8-spoke wheels
Anthracite dash
Rubber floor/boot mats

Note that I live in Oregon (hence the bad weather options).

obehave · Dec 18th, 2003, 11:08 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by OregonCooper

MINI Cooper
CR/W
Tartan red interior
DSC
3-spoke MFSW
Chrome bumper inserts
Cold weather package
Rain-sensing wipers/auto-dimming mirror
Front fog lights
Rubber floor/boot mats

Note that I live in Oregon (hence the bad weather options).

Welcome to the site.
Does it rain in Oregon or something? Not much use for a sunroof eh?

Nice choices. You should be very happy with them.

GregF · Dec 18th, 2003, 11:55 PM

What about sport seats? They're my only essential option. But you need to try them side by side with the standard seats. Some prefer the standard.

OregonCooper · Dec 19th, 2003, 01:52 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by GregF

What about sport seats? They're my only essential option. But you need to try them side by side with the standard seats. Some prefer the standard.

I think I just tried the standard seats. How much better are the sport ones?

NEMINI · Dec 19th, 2003, 02:14 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by OregonCooper

I think I just tried the standard seats. How much better are the sport ones?

about 1000 times better, I couldn't stand the regular seats for 15 minutes myself.

Eric B · Dec 19th, 2003, 02:42 AM

I am in Oregon too but I went with the sunroof. Where are you located?

OregonCooper · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:09 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Eric B

I am in Oregon too but I went with the sunroof. Where are you located?

Hillsboro (not too far). Did you order yours from Rasmussen? How long ago? Mine has been on order since mid November.

Eric B · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:18 AM

Rasmussen yes. Ordered in July, just changed to Scheduled for Production for 1/11 today. I am getting an S though so it took a little longer. A buddy of mine found out I was getting one so went and test drove one. Ordered a cooper on the spot a MONTH after I ordered an S and his is not on a boat on the way here. He also got a CR but I think CR/B not CR/W

OregonCooper · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:24 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Eric B

Rasmussen yes. Ordered in July, just changed to Scheduled for Production for 1/11 today. I am getting an S though so it took a little longer. A buddy of mine found out I was getting one so went and test drove one. Ordered a cooper on the spot a MONTH after I ordered an S and his is not on a boat on the way here. He also got a CR but I think CR/B not CR/W

So, your friend will get his MC from Rasmussen in a little over four months, & you'll get your MCS in about eight months? I would like an S, too, but I need the car by early June and want to keep the total under $20k (one reason I'm passing on the sunroof).

stryder · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:58 AM

Get rear fog lights as well. If only because its a bad weather option, and with DSC + Front fogs you'll have a missing toggle. For $100 its a good idea. Otherwise looks good...

And remember you can order out of state if you don't want to wait, many dealers have no lists and cars in stock (but your spec isn't common, so unlikely to get what you want and not have things you don't like sunroof included without ordering)

Zeede · Dec 19th, 2003, 05:36 AM

It looks like a great spec! The only things I would have added would be the Xenon headlights and the Harman Kardon speakers.

minisoopercooper · Dec 19th, 2003, 06:55 AM

good spec.

but have to disagree with Zeede, don't get the Harmon Kardons. Otherwise you will be stuck with the factory head unit forever! go for an aftermarket amp and speaker upgrade if you want better sound - usually works out cheaper too.

cheers

Paul

stryder · Dec 19th, 2003, 02:04 PM

If you add Xenon's + H/K that's another 1K. I doubt your budget can handle it, even if they're good ideas...

dansmini · Dec 19th, 2003, 02:16 PM

I think that the 16" wheels are worth the extra money, but if you don't care about them then no big deal.

OregonCooper · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:10 PM

Have the xenons been targets for thieves? I occasionally leave cars at trailheads here overnight while backpacking and wouldn't want anything that would attract thieves/vandals. The 16" wheels would be okay except that I don't want the runflats (otherwise, I'd probably get the sport package). I might add in the rear fogs since they wouldn't cost much (about $60 extra).

stryder · Dec 19th, 2003, 03:27 PM

Rear fogs cost $100 from the factory, if you get them after delivery, they cost $75 (but can be had for $60 with a discount - But, you need to have them programmed + installed, which depends on how much your dealer charges you, if they charge a minimum half an hour, you'll probably end up with more then $100 in costs, plus they won't be on there when your car is delivered to the dealer)

Xenon's on MINIs haven't been stolen that I know of. I think the issue with theft of them is that Acura Xenon's fit hondas (and other similar things) so people will steal them and there's a market for them. I don't really see anyone buying MINI Xenons off the black market.

You realize if you get 16" wheels you'll still have a spare tire? And thus you can use the runflats (which will probably last 20K miles) until they die, and then put on whatever tires you want for the rest of the car's life... Its a nice deal if you're getting an MC..

Zeede · Dec 19th, 2003, 08:24 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by minisoopercooper

good spec.

but have to disagree with Zeede, don't get the Harmon Kardons. Otherwise you will be stuck with the factory head unit forever! go for an aftermarket amp and speaker upgrade if you want better sound - usually works out cheaper too.

cheers

Paul

I must respectfully disagree

If you're looking for a high fidelity system (not high volume), then the Harman Kardon system is really great. There isn't a great deal of space to work with when you're talking about the Mini, so with most aftermarket systems you have space and quality-of-fit issues.

The Harman Kardon produces wonderfully high quality sound, without taking up any more cabin room than the stock system does, and without any vibration, buzzing, or rattling.

That said, I concede the possibility that there are better systems around that will fit, but considering the price tag + labor I'm dubious you can do all that for under $550 US.

Dec 18th, 2003, 10:18 PM	#1
OregonCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hillsboro, OR Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 89 Offline	How about this spec? MINI Cooper CR/W Tartan red interior DSC 3-spoke MFSW Chrome bumper inserts Cold weather package Rain-sensing wipers/auto-dimming mirror Front fog lights White 8-spoke wheels Anthracite dash Rubber floor/boot mats Note that I live in Oregon (hence the bad weather options). Last edited by OregonCooper : Dec 19th, 2003 at 03:19 AM.

Dec 19th, 2003, 01:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
OregonCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hillsboro, OR Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 89 Offline	Sport Seats Quote: Originally Posted by GregF What about sport seats? They're my only essential option. But you need to try them side by side with the standard seats. Some prefer the standard. I think I just tried the standard seats. How much better are the sport ones?

Dec 19th, 2003, 02:14 AM	#5 (permalink)
NEMINI NEMINI.org Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 09:42 AM Posts: 7,911 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by OregonCooper I think I just tried the standard seats. How much better are the sport ones? about 1000 times better, I couldn't stand the regular seats for 15 minutes myself. NEMINI.org, NEMINI.us, NEMINI.info, NYMINI.org

Dec 19th, 2003, 03:09 AM	#7 (permalink)
OregonCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hillsboro, OR Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 89 Offline	Oregon Quote: Originally Posted by Eric B I am in Oregon too but I went with the sunroof. Where are you located? Hillsboro (not too far). Did you order yours from Rasmussen? How long ago? Mine has been on order since mid November.

Dec 19th, 2003, 03:24 AM	#9 (permalink)
OregonCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hillsboro, OR Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 89 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Eric B Rasmussen yes. Ordered in July, just changed to Scheduled for Production for 1/11 today. I am getting an S though so it took a little longer. A buddy of mine found out I was getting one so went and test drove one. Ordered a cooper on the spot a MONTH after I ordered an S and his is not on a boat on the way here. He also got a CR but I think CR/B not CR/W So, your friend will get his MC from Rasmussen in a little over four months, & you'll get your MCS in about eight months? I would like an S, too, but I need the car by early June and want to keep the total under $20k (one reason I'm passing on the sunroof). Last edited by OregonCooper : Dec 19th, 2003 at 03:38 AM.

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Dec 18th, 2003, 11:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 10:42 AM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by OregonCooper MINI Cooper CR/W Tartan red interior DSC 3-spoke MFSW Chrome bumper inserts Cold weather package Rain-sensing wipers/auto-dimming mirror Front fog lights Rubber floor/boot mats Note that I live in Oregon (hence the bad weather options). Welcome to the site. Does it rain in Oregon or something? Not much use for a sunroof eh? Nice choices. You should be very happy with them.

Dec 18th, 2003, 11:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
GregF MINI2 Senior Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Florida Local Time: 10:42 AM Posts: 511 Offline	What about sport seats? They're my only essential option. But you need to try them side by side with the standard seats. Some prefer the standard.

Dec 19th, 2003, 02:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
Eric B N.O.T. Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Where you left me Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 1,608 Offline	I am in Oregon too but I went with the sunroof. Where are you located?

Dec 19th, 2003, 03:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
Eric B N.O.T. Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Where you left me Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 1,608 Offline	Rasmussen yes. Ordered in July, just changed to Scheduled for Production for 1/11 today. I am getting an S though so it took a little longer. A buddy of mine found out I was getting one so went and test drove one. Ordered a cooper on the spot a MONTH after I ordered an S and his is not on a boat on the way here. He also got a CR but I think CR/B not CR/W

Dec 19th, 2003, 03:58 AM	#10 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 09:42 AM Posts: 3,358 Offline	Get rear fog lights as well. If only because its a bad weather option, and with DSC + Front fogs you'll have a missing toggle. For $100 its a good idea. Otherwise looks good... And remember you can order out of state if you don't want to wait, many dealers have no lists and cars in stock (but your spec isn't common, so unlikely to get what you want and not have things you don't like sunroof included without ordering) Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Dec 19th, 2003, 05:36 AM	#11 (permalink)
Zeede MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2003 Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 112 Offline	It looks like a great spec! The only things I would have added would be the Xenon headlights and the Harman Kardon speakers.

Dec 19th, 2003, 06:55 AM	#12 (permalink)
minisoopercooper Some have THICK skins!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bristol Local Time: 03:42 PM Posts: 20,684 Offline	good spec. but have to disagree with Zeede, don't get the Harmon Kardons. Otherwise you will be stuck with the factory head unit forever! go for an aftermarket amp and speaker upgrade if you want better sound - usually works out cheaper too. cheers Paul ↑↑↑ - Click me for the event of the year. - ↑↑↑

Dec 19th, 2003, 02:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 09:42 AM Posts: 3,358 Offline	If you add Xenon's + H/K that's another 1K. I doubt your budget can handle it, even if they're good ideas... Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Dec 19th, 2003, 02:16 PM	#14 (permalink)
dansmini Sullivan Racing Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Ohio Local Time: 10:42 AM Posts: 1,138 Offline	I think that the 16" wheels are worth the extra money, but if you don't care about them then no big deal.

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Dec 19th, 2003, 03:10 PM	#15 (permalink)
OregonCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hillsboro, OR Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 89 Offline	Xenons Have the xenons been targets for thieves? I occasionally leave cars at trailheads here overnight while backpacking and wouldn't want anything that would attract thieves/vandals. The 16" wheels would be okay except that I don't want the runflats (otherwise, I'd probably get the sport package). I might add in the rear fogs since they wouldn't cost much (about $60 extra).

Dec 19th, 2003, 03:27 PM	#16 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 09:42 AM Posts: 3,358 Offline	Rear fogs cost $100 from the factory, if you get them after delivery, they cost $75 (but can be had for $60 with a discount - But, you need to have them programmed + installed, which depends on how much your dealer charges you, if they charge a minimum half an hour, you'll probably end up with more then $100 in costs, plus they won't be on there when your car is delivered to the dealer) Xenon's on MINIs haven't been stolen that I know of. I think the issue with theft of them is that Acura Xenon's fit hondas (and other similar things) so people will steal them and there's a market for them. I don't really see anyone buying MINI Xenons off the black market. You realize if you get 16" wheels you'll still have a spare tire? And thus you can use the runflats (which will probably last 20K miles) until they die, and then put on whatever tires you want for the rest of the car's life... Its a nice deal if you're getting an MC.. Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Dec 19th, 2003, 08:24 PM	#17 (permalink)
Zeede MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2003 Local Time: 07:42 AM Posts: 112 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minisoopercooper good spec. but have to disagree with Zeede, don't get the Harmon Kardons. Otherwise you will be stuck with the factory head unit forever! go for an aftermarket amp and speaker upgrade if you want better sound - usually works out cheaper too. cheers Paul I must respectfully disagree If you're looking for a high fidelity system (not high volume), then the Harman Kardon system is really great. There isn't a great deal of space to work with when you're talking about the Mini, so with most aftermarket systems you have space and quality-of-fit issues. The Harman Kardon produces wonderfully high quality sound, without taking up any more cabin room than the stock system does, and without any vibration, buzzing, or rattling. That said, I concede the possibility that there are better systems around that will fit, but considering the price tag + labor I'm dubious you can do all that for under $550 US.

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