Factory Visit

[AntH]

I have just ordered my MINI. (Red cooper, white roof, 17" rims, Chilli pack). I was just wondering if it is possible to see 'my' car being built? (Sad, I know, but why not?). Anybody had any experience in trying to arrange this, or do I need to save up for a TVR to get this kind of treatment?

[Minty]

Ant, i dont think it can be done.....unless you bribe someone.

The factory tour is excellent though, definitely worth a look round.

Stephen

[BruceK]

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Originally posted by AntH
I have just ordered my MINI. (Red cooper, white roof, 17" rims, Chilli pack). I was just wondering if it is possible to see 'my' car being built? (Sad, I know, but why not?). Anybody had any experience in trying to arrange this, or do I need to save up for a TVR to get this kind of treatment?

In case you haven't found this yet, here is an excellent article on a MINI factory tour (it was held for the press).

http://www.mini2.com/news/news.php?id=56

[Skinnyrunt]

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Originally posted by AntH
I have just ordered my MINI. (Red cooper, white roof, 17" rims, Chilli pack). I was just wondering if it is possible to see 'my' car being built? (Sad, I know, but why not?). Anybody had any experience in trying to arrange this, or do I need to save up for a TVR to get this kind of treatment?

As far as I know you don't need to buy a TVR to visit the factory!

[Pamlico]

It may just be my old brain sputtering, but I seem to remember reading some months back about the possibility of a web cam being installed in the Mini factory to let us watch assembly. I've searched, but can't find the posting.

If not, seems like a good idea.

[AntH]

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Originally posted by Minty
Ant, i dont think it can be done.....unless you bribe someone.

The factory tour is excellent though, definitely worth a look round.

Stephen

Any clues as to how to book a tour? That would be second best! Need to have something else to look forward to - only 2 days since I ordered it, and I'm already getting impatient! I am currently keeping myself busy 'vrooming' a 1/18th scale model around my desk. (Said I was becoming sad )

[spanky2k]

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Originally posted by AntH


I am currently keeping myself busy 'vrooming' a 1/18th scale model around my desk. (Said I was becoming sad )

Don't worry, we've all been there!!!!

[Minty]

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Originally posted by AntH


Any clues as to how to book a tour?

I was lucky. Ady (R50) managed to get some tickets for a tour...for Classic Mini Owners. Not sure how to go about getting one organised, however there was talk of a MINI2 tour talking place. Not Sure if PaulM has heard anymore from them??

S

[spanky2k]

I soooo wanna go have a look around a mini birthplace!!! We really should try and get one organised.

[Minty]

Hopefully Paul will spot this thread soon, and give us some good news...........

[Saucerman]

Hello Brits & all -
I'm planning a trip to London for late November, wondering if a tour at Oxford is possible? This thread seems vague, some saying it can't be done, others saying they went and loved it. Anyone have any ideas, short of driving out & begging? (I hate to beg..)

[Ady]

At the moment a Factory tour is unavailiable, there isn't the facilities set up for them yet. As soon as they become a possibility MINI2 and its members will be at the front of the queue. I believe that some time next year this will happen. keep any eye on the events section for more info

Ady (R50)

[Monkeyboy]

Members of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers in the Oxford area can go on a tour running next June, I think it is. Probably booked up by now though. It was advertised in the diary and events section of the fascinating publication that is Professional Engineering a couple of months ago!

Guess who bagsied himself a place...




Clue: It was me!

[Saucerman]

Well, fancy that! I wonder- what would it take to get an engineering degree & license and join the club? I could study from now until June, if only I didn't have to work

[paddlefoot]

The factory have an open day every now and then for staff, families and friends - so get friendly (or start a family) with a factory employee - it worked for me!