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corkmini · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:11 AM

My dealer just called to say that my new Mini One is in (my second). I ordered the SALT pack but the car has an anthracite interior, which I just don't like. The official website says clearly that the One comes with silver interior. Has anyone else been fed this line?

I have had several problems with this dealer - the new car is a replacement for a defunct 2002 car. I want to make sure I'm getting what I paid for!

Responses appreciated!

Mini Cruiser · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:16 AM

shame u aint in england or id buy ur anthracite interior off u and give u my silver

KenL · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:17 AM

This is all very confusing and has been discussed before.

Although silver is stated in places as being part of the SALT pack it's actually a no cost option if you order the SALT pack. So I believe you have to actually put that on the order.

Your dealer should have known this - better than anyone obviously

If you really don't like it then I'd ask them to replace the parts if possible. If that's not possible consider asking them for some sweeteners

AidenL · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:38 AM

Yep, Its happened before, many times........

I'd agree with Ken, and the upside is that Anthracite is far harder wearing than the Salt Pack.

purple56 · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:54 AM

This happened to me....see some other threads on this.

I actually preferred the anthracite when i saw it in the flesh and as AidenL says its certainly more hard wearing. However, I didn't tell my dealer this and managed to get quite a bit of stuff out of them for the 'inconvenience'....

corkmini · Mar 6th, 2003, 10:56 AM

Thanks for the quick answers...

If I have to take it (+sweeteners... )

what's your opinions on it? I think the car seems very dark as a result. I suppose I ought to take it for a spin and see.

Aiden, remember the first time I talked with you about this car??! It's taken this long!

Thanks!

KenL · Mar 6th, 2003, 11:01 AM

I saw both colours on cars when I was placing my order. I preferred silver as it does brighten up the interior. Loads of people prefer anthracite though so if I were you and go inspect it and make up your own mind.

Even if you decide you like it tell the dealer you're not happy though and try and get something out of them. Aim high for something like a cd changer or driving lamps.

AidenL · Mar 6th, 2003, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by corkmini
Thanks for the quick answers...

If I have to take it (+sweeteners... ) what's your opinions on it? I think the car seems very dark as a result. I suppose I ought to take it for a spin and see.

Aiden, remember the first time I talked with you about this car??! It's taken this long!

Thanks!

Yep, aim high, settle for whatever !

Bloody hell, thats a long time !! But you obviously got sorted anyway !

Are you on for Mizen to Malin now? I'm probably going to do it myself !

corkmini · Mar 6th, 2003, 11:36 AM

When is Mizen to Malin happening? I haven't been paying attention!!

Purple56, what did you squeeze out of them?? I was thinking of doing a swap on the alloys for the "inconvenience" - I have the standard 7 hole Cooper alloys but fancy the 16" 5 spokes. Roads in Cork won't tolerate anything bigger

Will keep you updated - thanks again all!

AidenL · Mar 6th, 2003, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by corkmini
When is Mizen to Malin happening? I haven't been paying attention!!

May Bank Holiday weekend, starting on the Thursday !

Heres a link !

http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=7255

Mini Cruiser · Mar 6th, 2003, 06:14 PM

I think it depends what colour MINI u have, the silver looks better with sliver, black, Dark silver, Blue, but i think the anthracite looks better with the others.

Mar 6th, 2003, 10:11 AM	#1
corkmini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Palo Alto, CA Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 104 Offline	Anthracite with SALT??? My dealer just called to say that my new Mini One is in (my second). I ordered the SALT pack but the car has an anthracite interior, which I just don't like. The official website says clearly that the One comes with silver interior. Has anyone else been fed this line? I have had several problems with this dealer - the new car is a replacement for a defunct 2002 car. I want to make sure I'm getting what I paid for! Responses appreciated! '02 '03 '05 '08.. soon! "gotta love them twisty roads!"

Mar 6th, 2003, 10:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mini Cruiser Pain In The ... Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Midlands, uk Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 2,785 Offline	shame u aint in england or id buy ur anthracite interior off u and give u my silver www.MINI2mini.org the original and best MINI club in the UK

Mar 6th, 2003, 10:17 AM	#3 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 5,220 Offline	This is all very confusing and has been discussed before. Although silver is stated in places as being part of the SALT pack it's actually a no cost option if you order the SALT pack. So I believe you have to actually put that on the order. Your dealer should have known this - better than anyone obviously If you really don't like it then I'd ask them to replace the parts if possible. If that's not possible consider asking them for some sweeteners Red/Black R56 Cooper

Mar 6th, 2003, 10:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 42,173 Offline	Yep, Its happened before, many times........ I'd agree with Ken, and the upside is that Anthracite is far harder wearing than the Salt Pack. *Global Moderator*

Mar 6th, 2003, 10:54 AM	#5 (permalink)
purple56 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Birmingham Local Time: 05:26 PM Posts: 110 Offline	This happened to me....see some other threads on this. I actually preferred the anthracite when i saw it in the flesh and as AidenL says its certainly more hard wearing. However, I didn't tell my dealer this and managed to get quite a bit of stuff out of them for the 'inconvenience'.... Black ONE - Salt Pack, Boost, CD Changer, ASC&T, 8 Spokes, Alarm and Glovebox Arrived 16/10/02 and I love it Driving lights, aero spoiler and some chrome bits to follow...

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Mar 6th, 2003, 10:56 AM	#6 (permalink)
corkmini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Palo Alto, CA Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 104 Offline	Thanks for the quick answers... If I have to take it (+sweeteners... ) what's your opinions on it? I think the car seems very dark as a result. I suppose I ought to take it for a spin and see. Aiden, remember the first time I talked with you about this car??! It's taken this long! Thanks! '02 '03 '05 '08.. soon! "gotta love them twisty roads!"

Mar 6th, 2003, 11:01 AM	#7 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 5,220 Offline	I saw both colours on cars when I was placing my order. I preferred silver as it does brighten up the interior. Loads of people prefer anthracite though so if I were you and go inspect it and make up your own mind. Even if you decide you like it tell the dealer you're not happy though and try and get something out of them. Aim high for something like a cd changer or driving lamps. Red/Black R56 Cooper

Mar 6th, 2003, 11:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 42,173 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by corkmini Thanks for the quick answers... If I have to take it (+sweeteners... ) what's your opinions on it? I think the car seems very dark as a result. I suppose I ought to take it for a spin and see. Aiden, remember the first time I talked with you about this car??! It's taken this long! Thanks! Yep, aim high, settle for whatever ! Bloody hell, thats a long time !! But you obviously got sorted anyway ! Are you on for Mizen to Malin now? I'm probably going to do it myself ! *Global Moderator*

Mar 6th, 2003, 11:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
corkmini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Palo Alto, CA Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 104 Offline	When is Mizen to Malin happening? I haven't been paying attention!! Purple56, what did you squeeze out of them?? I was thinking of doing a swap on the alloys for the "inconvenience" - I have the standard 7 hole Cooper alloys but fancy the 16" 5 spokes. Roads in Cork won't tolerate anything bigger Will keep you updated - thanks again all! '02 '03 '05 '08.. soon! "gotta love them twisty roads!"

Mar 6th, 2003, 11:41 AM	#10 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 42,173 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by corkmini When is Mizen to Malin happening? I haven't been paying attention!! May Bank Holiday weekend, starting on the Thursday ! Heres a link ! http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=7255 *Global Moderator*

Mar 6th, 2003, 06:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
Mini Cruiser Pain In The ... Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Midlands, uk Local Time: 06:26 PM Posts: 2,785 Offline	I think it depends what colour MINI u have, the silver looks better with sliver, black, Dark silver, Blue, but i think the anthracite looks better with the others. www.MINI2mini.org the original and best MINI club in the UK

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