Whether you have known me for a few days or several decades i am sure of one thing... you know about my Mini. I can't help it, i have been so anxiously awaiting the day that my new car will come home, that i can't stop talking about it.  So as another outlet for my anticipation... here is my Mini Cooper S Page.

Help me get a Free iPod Photo
I registered on this website to get a FREE iPod Photo. All i have to do is complete one offer (i chose a 2 week free trial to Blockbuster Online) and get 10 friends to do the same. When you register, you are also on your way to getting a free iPod Photo of our own!

New custom iPod Dock!
After months of design, hard work, and quite a bit of waiting, my custom built iPod dock is finally finished. I have mounted a modified Apple iPod dock in my front cupholder and connected it to a Dension Ice:Link system providing track and volume control through the Multi-Function Steering Wheel (MFSW). All the wiring has been hidden beneath the trim and underneath the carpeting giving it that original equipment look. Enjoy!

It's Here !
On December 30th, My fiance' and i took the 3 hour trip to Ft. Lauderdale to pick up my new MINI Cooper S! After only 3 days i have put about 400 miles on my car, mainly due to the drive home. Can't say much now because i want to go play with my new toy, but here is a picture taken the day after delivery in front of my grandmother's house.  Coming soon are the white bonnet sripes, black grille, and ice-link interface between the MFSW and my iPod!

Released to Dealer!
I recieved an e-mail today from my motoring advisor telling me that my Mini had been "released to us the other day"!!!! At this point i can't control my excitement as i put all of the pieces in place to pick up my baby!

Happy Christmas!
Happy Christmas to all! My stash under the tree this year included several Mini related items among which were my black aero grille kit, solid white bonned stripes (from CooperFlags.com), supercharger bug screen, brake light jumpers, and several toys! Now I only need the car to install them on!

In the USA!
On December 23rd 2003 my Mini arrived on US shores, more specifically in Charleston, SC. The car is a little more difficult to track once it is in the US, but i am assuming that it is now at the Vehicle processing center undergoing its final inspection before it hits the dealer. I am getting a little anxious!

En Route!
As of December 12th 2003 my Mini has been loaded onto the Maersk-Teal and is currently crossing the Atlantic towards it's final destination at the VPC in Charleston, SC. My dealer has told me that it should  be available for delivery between Christmas and New Years!

Awaiting Transport!
As of December 3rd 2003 my Mini has completed production and is now at the shipyards in Southhampton, UK waiting to be loaded aboard the Maersk-Teal on December 12th for it's 11 day voyage to the Vehicle Processing Center in Charleston , SC.

Scheduled for Production!
As of November 24th 2003 my Mini has been scheduled for production! I have recieved a VIN number from Mini USA and my car will be moving down the assembly line around the 2nd of January.

On Order!
As of November 17th 2003 my Mini is offically on order! I have recieved a production number from Mini USA and Lauderdale Mini and my car will soon be scheduled for production!

2004 Mini Cooper S

Indi Blue with White Roof

Black Grille

White Bonnet Stripes

Leatherette Interior

Panther Black Door Casing

Anthracite Trim

Premium Package

   Automatic AC

   Dual Pane Panorama Sunroof

   On-Board Computer

   3-Spoke Multifuntion Wheel

AllSeason Traction Control

Silver 16" V-Spoke Wheels

Front Fog Lamps

Rear Fog Lamps

Xenon Headlaps w/ Power Wash

Rain Sensing Wipers

Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror

6 Speaker AM/FM/CD

Custom built iPod dock with dension ice-link

Production Information

17.Nov  Order Placed

21.Nov  Production Started

01.Dec  Body Shop Started

02.Dec  Paint Shop Started

02.Dec  Assembly Started

03.Dec  Production Completed

03.Dec  Released to Distribution

03.Dec  Released to Carrier

04.Dec  Arrived at Port of Exit

12.Dec  Selected for Shipment

12.Dec  Shipped from Port of Exit

23.Dec  Shipment Arrival

27.Dec  Released to Dealer

30.Dec  Delivery