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#676
08-10-2008, 01:32 PM
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Well, this is what I've discovered... Every single MINI that was loaded onto Independence II is New York VDC-bound. After the 18th, there are no MINIs left on board.
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
#677
08-10-2008, 01:43 PM
I imagine that they scan each car into their system's inventory/booking. So I wait... 
and my 'baby' is just staring out into the horizon waiting for her ship to come in.
Bemmerondus, as long as we do get on Fidelio it's no big deal (but one day) that we missed the Independence. My MA said I was booked on the NEXT ship.. and I assume that is Fidelio!! ** fingers crossed **
Anyway - I want him to trade it in so he doesn't take use my car!! I told him I am not sharing it, and I think he knows I am serious! (I am !!) Okay - back to the Prima Products. My car had some fancy treatment on it, so it still is very shiny, and I didn't really see much difference in the wax or Hydro. (did make a big difference on the test spot I did to hubby's dark green truck). However, the Clarity glass cleaner and Black Wow are FANTASTIC!!! I am really loving the clarity - my windows never looked so clear!!
and my 'baby' is just staring out into the horizon waiting for her ship to come in. Bemmerondus, as long as we do get on Fidelio it's no big deal (but one day) that we missed the Independence. My MA said I was booked on the NEXT ship.. and I assume that is Fidelio!! ** fingers crossed **
Anyway - I want him to trade it in so he doesn't take use my car!! I told him I am not sharing it, and I think he knows I am serious! (I am !!) Okay - back to the Prima Products. My car had some fancy treatment on it, so it still is very shiny, and I didn't really see much difference in the wax or Hydro. (did make a big difference on the test spot I did to hubby's dark green truck). However, the Clarity glass cleaner and Black Wow are FANTASTIC!!! I am really loving the clarity - my windows never looked so clear!!
But on the bright side, I do think we have a good opportunity to be on a ship sometime this week.Yes, no sharing, he can get his own MINI and $21k should be just enough for him since he has been so skeptical.
Then when the MINI bug hits him we can sit back and laugh. I need to talk to my wife, she does not realize that we need some cleaning stuff for baby. I've been doing some tests on my old car too and makeing a list of needed supplies.
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08-10-2008, 01:44 PM
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WOW Calmante, that's very interesting indeed! Was it the WW's website that revealed this info? I'd like to look up up the other 2 cars I ordered and cancelled - with production #'s 6746158 & 6757528. I still don't know why the first car never made it on the same ship as the 2nd one - both going to the same port!
#680
08-10-2008, 01:47 PM
Well, this is what I've discovered... Every single MINI that was loaded onto Independence II is New York VDC-bound. After the 18th, there are no MINIs left on board.
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
#681
08-10-2008, 01:53 PM
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hummm I just tracked those 2 other cars, and on the first ship (with car #2) it shows 67 mini's - all going to GA. The second car shows 315 Mini's, and from what I can tell - all going to GA. So I am thinking that they booking number somehow is tied to the port, and that there actually may be more Mini's onboard, under different booking numbers - which are going to a different port. (does anything I just typed make sense!!?/)
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08-10-2008, 02:13 PM
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08-10-2008, 03:07 PM
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Calmante, I like the signature - and the information! It's nice to look at a glace as to when you placed your order, how fast it went from production to ship! Gee.. Ian Fleming-Smith was born AFTER a lot of ours and made it to the port and on the ship - FAST!! okay - I'll admit - I am a little jealous!! 
Vin still not showing up
- I'll be checking again today and I am sure all day Monday and Tuesday!! 
Vin still not showing up
- I'll be checking again today and I am sure all day Monday and Tuesday!!
#687
08-10-2008, 03:25 PM
hummm I just tracked those 2 other cars, and on the first ship (with car #2) it shows 67 mini's - all going to GA. The second car shows 315 Mini's, and from what I can tell - all going to GA. So I am thinking that they booking number somehow is tied to the port, and that there actually may be more Mini's onboard, under different booking numbers - which are going to a different port. (does anything I just typed make sense!!?/)
Hey, all lurkers on post your info! Calmante, I like the signature - and the information! It's nice to look at a glace as to when you placed your order, how fast it went from production to ship! Gee.. Ian Fleming-Smith was born AFTER a lot of ours and made it to the port and on the ship - FAST!! okay - I'll admit - I am a little jealous!!
Vin still not showing up - I'll be checking again today and I am sure all day Monday and Tuesday!!
Vin still not showing up
- I'll be checking again today and I am sure all day Monday and Tuesday!! On the other hand, I do think his dealer would have had that slot anyway, so I am glad it's going to him.
#688
08-10-2008, 03:39 PM
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Well, this is what I've discovered... Every single MINI that was loaded onto Independence II is New York VDC-bound. After the 18th, there are no MINIs left on board.
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
I glanced back through the thread, and there are three posters that got on the I-II (and probably tons of unregistered lurkers!).
#689
08-10-2008, 03:40 PM
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What's your port?
#691
08-10-2008, 03:49 PM
Hi all - been hoping all week that my car will complete production and make it on Maersk Wind. Can anyone tell me how long it took from 'paint shop' status to arrive at port? The ASKMINI automated message is telling me Trooper is in the paint shop right now, but am hoping the message is lagging real-time status. Thanks!
to Port Huemene
#692
08-10-2008, 03:50 PM
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Boy you are right about that! Laser blue and red were the only two colors I was deciding between. It would be a dealbreaker for me! Of course I really love the oxygen blue, but it isn't in an S.
And I do like the black and brown, but have an opensided carport and drive in dusty areas, so didn't want to hassle with the dust showing!
'08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S on order, born Aug 2
And I do like the black and brown, but have an opensided carport and drive in dusty areas, so didn't want to hassle with the dust showing!
'08 Laser Blue/Silver Clubman S on order, born Aug 2
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08-10-2008, 04:03 PM
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#694
08-10-2008, 05:36 PM
Just checked the weather in Southampton...rain, followed by rain, rain and rain until Saturday. At least we'll find out if our sunroofs are leak proof. Temps have been in the low 60's. I thought as long as we were obsessing over our Minis, I could obsess over the weather as well.
#695
08-10-2008, 07:10 PM
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60s in England - Bloody typical. I'm a ex-pat so know all to well the wonderful liquid sunshine that is an English summer. The good news is that the weather certainly won't stop the Brits from getting our babies over to us as quick as they can.
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08-10-2008, 10:42 PM
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I'm wondering how long before loading will it appear on the WW cargo tracker?? Hoping to be on Maersk Wind leaving on the 13th; but it's still coming up No tracking information is available for the Cargo ID you entered
Would hate to have to wait for the next one on 8/23; but I guess if I gotta, then I just gotta.
Would hate to have to wait for the next one on 8/23; but I guess if I gotta, then I just gotta.
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08-10-2008, 10:51 PM
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yep - I think prod did start on the 4th for mine. Hope both our cars get on the 'Wind!
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08-11-2008, 04:01 AM
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I'm wondering how long before loading will it appear on the WW cargo tracker?? Hoping to be on Maersk Wind leaving on the 13th; but it's still coming up I'm wondering how long before loading will it appear on the WW cargo tracker?? Hoping to be on Maersk Wind leaving on the 13th; but it's still coming up No tracking information is available for the Cargo ID you entered
My ship is sailing tomorrow, and it just now showed up this morning. Keep your fingers crossed!!