[david_r]

Hi all,
I've noticed a few Irish flags around so I thought I'd ask for some help! (Hopefully this is posted in the right place- it was a toss up between here or the regional page)

Anyway, I'm looking to buy a new Mini One and I've come across a few things that I can't find definate info on.

What exactly is included in the Salt and Pepper Packs? I'm sure these differ from country to country but the local dealer here seems to have different items included than the Mini Ireland website does! Differences include things like adjustable passenger seats, onboard computer etc.
Also, on the Mini Ireland site it looks as though you can't get the Pepper Pack on the One, which isn't the case, right?

The only other thing really is the price! Would alyone be able to point me towards a price / options list? I got one from the dealer but apparently it's out of date, something which was pointed out to me when I couldnt add up the options on a car in the showroom and get the correct price

Thanks for the help!
Excellent site btw, its a great resource to be able to look up before you spend 20-odd grand on a car!

[S33BBY]

Quote: Originally Posted by david_r

Hi all,
I've noticed a few Irish flags around so I thought I'd ask for some help! (Hopefully this is posted in the right place- it was a toss up between here or the regional page)

Anyway, I'm looking to buy a new Mini One and I've come across a few things that I can't find definate info on.

What exactly is included in the Salt and Pepper Packs? I'm sure these differ from country to country but the local dealer here seems to have different items included than the Mini Ireland website does! Differences include things like adjustable passenger seats, onboard computer etc.
Also, on the Mini Ireland site it looks as though you can't get the Pepper Pack on the One, which isn't the case, right?

The only other thing really is the price! Would alyone be able to point me towards a price / options list? I got one from the dealer but apparently it's out of date, something which was pointed out to me when I couldnt add up the options on a car in the showroom and get the correct price

Thanks for the help!
Excellent site btw, its a great resource to be able to look up before you spend 20-odd grand on a car!

Hi David

Welcome to MINI2!

The MINI Ireland site does look fairly lacking. I'm not sure what the is situation in Ireland, but I'd suggest that you speak to a local dealer and find out. For now, I'd say take a look on the MINI UK site as I'd assume it's very similar to Ireland. You can see exactly what's in the Salt and Pepper packages, as well as "building your MINI" to get a price. Although the price probably does differ in Ireland so be careful.

[Irlmin]

David ,
What part of Ireland are you based ? .I ask because I think it depends on the dealer some are 'switched on' and have a good product knowledge, others are I am afraid a little lacking in this respect .Irish spec MINIs are the same as UK so you can order any spec you like .
Gerard

[AidenL]

Hello david and welcome to MINI2.......

Sebby is correct, the UK specs for Salt and Pepper Packs are exactly the same for Ireland.......... BMW ? MINI UK now have responsibility for all cars sold into Ireland, what applies for the UK also goes here.

Prices? Well, I don't have a current ONE price list to hand,but www.carzone.ie does a fairly good job with Irish car prices in general, there is a page with options listed too.

I think the Pepper Pack is Cooper only, or at least it used to be, I'm pretty certain it still is......

Where are you located btw, and where are you thinking of buying?

Hope to see you on here after you order, we can help keep you sane through the waiting period............

[Goonery]

Quote: Originally Posted by AidenL

Hello david and welcome to MINI2.......

Sebby is correct, the UK specs for Salt and Pepper Packs are exactly the same for Ireland.......... BMW ? MINI UK now have responsibility for all cars sold into Ireland, what applies for the UK also goes here.

Prices? Well, I don't have a current ONE price list to hand,but www.carzone.ie does a fairly good job with Irish car prices in general, there is a page with options listed too.

I think the Pepper Pack is Cooper only, or at least it used to be, I'm pretty certain it still is......

Where are you located btw, and where are you thinking of buying?

Hope to see you on here after you order, we can help keep you sane through the waiting period............

I would'nt listen to Aiden if I were you, he has'nt actually ordered anything for years , He knows lots about specs. though.

[AidenL]

Quote: Originally Posted by goonery

I would'nt listen to Aiden if I were you, he has'nt actually ordered anything for years , He knows lots about specs. though.

Far too much, which will all be put into good use soon.............

[S33BBY]

Quote: Originally Posted by AidenL

I think the Pepper Pack is Cooper only, or at least it used to be, I'm pretty certain it still is......

You can definitely get the Pepper pack on a One here in the UK. Not sure about Ireland though!

[david_r]

Thanks for the speedy replies!
I'm in Waterford, we have the one dealer here. I didnt find them great to be honest, but they dont seem to have any trouble when it comes to selling them.
I'm looking for something along the lines of a Chili Red, Salt Pack with silver interior and Chrome Line Exterior. Or if something comes along thats similar so I dont have wait till April/May it shall be considered

[AidenL]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sebby*

You can definitely get the Pepper pack on a One here in the UK. Not sure about Ireland though!

I was looking in an old brochure, I'd be 100% certain if you can get it in the UK, you can get it in Ireland then.........

I never specced a ONE, then some would say, I've never Specced an S either !

[S33BBY]

Quote: Originally Posted by david_r

Thanks for the speedy replies!
I'm in Waterford, we have the one dealer here. I didnt find them great to be honest, but they dont seem to have any trouble when it comes to selling them.
I'm looking for something along the lines of a Chili Red, Salt Pack with silver interior and Chrome Line Exterior. Or if something comes along thats similar so I dont have wait till April/May it shall be considered

That sounds like a great spec. If there's one thing I regret not getting, it's the chrome line exterior! I look forward to hopefully seeing the final outcome

[AidenL]

Quote: Originally Posted by david_r

Thanks for the speedy replies!
I'm in Waterford, we have the one dealer here. I didnt find them great to be honest, but they dont seem to have any trouble when it comes to selling them.
I'm looking for something along the lines of a Chili Red, Salt Pack with silver interior and Chrome Line Exterior. Or if something comes along thats similar so I dont have wait till April/May it shall be considered

Thats Bolands then?

I know my dealer in Letterkenny has a red ONE in stock, the chrome pack is easily fitted anyway if it isn't on the car - if you want to PM me, I can give you contact details - they sell a lot of cars into Dublin due to being a little more 'eager to deal' than the city dealers with more customers than cars............

[david_r]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sebby*

That sounds like a great spec. If there's one thing I regret not getting, it's the chrome line exterior! I look forward to hopefully seeing the final outcome

So do I

[david_r]

Quote: Originally Posted by AidenL

Thats Bolands then?

I know my dealer in Letterkenny has a red ONE in stock, the chrome pack is easily fitted anyway if it isn't on the car - if you want to PM me, I can give you contact details - they sell a lot of cars into Dublin due to being a little more 'eager to deal' than the city dealers with more customers than cars............

Yup that's right. I'll stick with them though, see what they can do. It's just more convenient! I rang a few places up the country though and there's a few similar specced cars floating around, so it looks good!

[Irlmin]

You can easily 'retro-fit' the chrome if you find the right ONE in stock for immediate delivery, in fact you will find most of the accessories are priced well even here in Ireland .
Gerard

[AidenL]

Quote: Originally Posted by david_r

Yup that's right. I'll stick with them though, see what they can do. It's just more convenient! I rang a few places up the country though and there's a few similar specced cars floating around, so it looks good!

They do swop cars around between dealers, so I'd imagine you should have no problem.........good luck with the deal..............

[david_r]

Thanks for all the info!