"Those Waiting for a 2011" Support Group
#1001
Perhaps your MA doesn't want to set expectations that could lead to disappointment should there be a delay at the VDC. I never heard from my MA that my MINI had been built or loaded onto the Torino! But that was actually good -- too many distractions already at this point in time.
I've heard that there are no weekend shifts on the NY/NJ docks so it's possible (likely?) that no work was done to our vehicles at the VDC so far.
I don't know exactly how long it takes a MINI to clear the VDC. What I've read is that sometimes it can take a week or more but a couple days is the minimum for BMW's.
Here's some more info on what could delay a car at the VDC.
Note that these posts are from '04 -- perhaps they're faster now -- but this post from '08 also says 2 days minimum.
I've heard that there are no weekend shifts on the NY/NJ docks so it's possible (likely?) that no work was done to our vehicles at the VDC so far.
I don't know exactly how long it takes a MINI to clear the VDC. What I've read is that sometimes it can take a week or more but a couple days is the minimum for BMW's.
Here's some more info on what could delay a car at the VDC.
Note that these posts are from '04 -- perhaps they're faster now -- but this post from '08 also says 2 days minimum.
Last edited by Mysticeti; 02-13-2011 at 04:33 PM.
#1002
#1003
I just heard from my MA and I should have my MINI this week! Stoked!
#1004
#1005
Awesome!!! I am just hoping to hear from my MA tomorrow..that would be a great valentine's day gift!
I'm glad to know that the cars made it off the ship - it was not so clear on the website.
#1007
Still no info from my MA.
OL shows enroute.
WW shipping site still shows it on a ship from southampton on jan 31. the last update on that site says it cleared customs on Feb 7. It was scheduled off the boat at NY: NEW YORK, NY 10-02-2011. but the current status shows: Current Status:(DD-MM-YYY HH:MM:SS) LOADED ON VESSEL 31-01-2011 12:12:00
Ask Mini phone support shows my car is at the port awaiting a shipping vessel.
MA said she will call us when the car is ready...it's only 4 weeks. (ordered jan 15)
Dude...where's my MINI?
OL shows enroute.
WW shipping site still shows it on a ship from southampton on jan 31. the last update on that site says it cleared customs on Feb 7. It was scheduled off the boat at NY: NEW YORK, NY 10-02-2011. but the current status shows: Current Status:(DD-MM-YYY HH:MM:SS) LOADED ON VESSEL 31-01-2011 12:12:00
Ask Mini phone support shows my car is at the port awaiting a shipping vessel.
MA said she will call us when the car is ready...it's only 4 weeks. (ordered jan 15)
Dude...where's my MINI?
#1008
Still no info from my MA.
OL shows enroute.
WW shipping site still shows it on a ship from southampton on jan 31. the last update on that site says it cleared customs on Feb 7. It was scheduled off the boat at NY: NEW YORK, NY 10-02-2011. but the current status shows: Current Status:(DD-MM-YYY HH:MM:SS) LOADED ON VESSEL 31-01-2011 12:12:00
Ask Mini phone support shows my car is at the port awaiting a shipping vessel.
MA said she will call us when the car is ready...it's only 4 weeks. (ordered jan 15)
Dude...where's my MINI?
OL shows enroute.
WW shipping site still shows it on a ship from southampton on jan 31. the last update on that site says it cleared customs on Feb 7. It was scheduled off the boat at NY: NEW YORK, NY 10-02-2011. but the current status shows: Current Status:(DD-MM-YYY HH:MM:SS) LOADED ON VESSEL 31-01-2011 12:12:00
Ask Mini phone support shows my car is at the port awaiting a shipping vessel.
MA said she will call us when the car is ready...it's only 4 weeks. (ordered jan 15)
Dude...where's my MINI?
Good luck.
#1009
Since I've been through this process before, I have to say this. You must chill! (Sorry having a "Say Anything" flashback.) Anyway, it seems the more into the process, the greater lag in information. I had my MINI for weeks before OL caught up. Calling isn't that much better. Some but not that much. I'm betting you can expect a call from your MA very soon. If you can't wait, you can call her to see if she can give you any more info.
Good luck.
Good luck.
No update yet!
#1010
Any word Silver?
Sorry to brag but I picked up my MINI today. What a blast! Drove most of the way home from the dealer with the top up but eventually noticed that it was 42 degrees out and sunny and had to put the top down.
I can only guess that my MINI was one of the first off the boat/into the VDC, sailed through VDC, and sped all the way to the dealer.
Pics to come -- maybe once all the snow melts.
Sorry to brag but I picked up my MINI today. What a blast! Drove most of the way home from the dealer with the top up but eventually noticed that it was 42 degrees out and sunny and had to put the top down.
I can only guess that my MINI was one of the first off the boat/into the VDC, sailed through VDC, and sped all the way to the dealer.
Pics to come -- maybe once all the snow melts.
Last edited by Mysticeti; 02-16-2011 at 06:13 PM. Reason: too much champagne ;)
#1011
Any word Silver?
Sorry to brag but I picked up my MINI today. What a blast! Drove most of the way home from the dealer with the top up but eventually noticed that it was 42 degrees out and sunny and had to put the top down.
I can on guess that my MINI was one of the first off the boat/into the VDC, sailed through VDC, and sped all the way to NH.
Pics to come -- maybe once all the snow melts.
Sorry to brag but I picked up my MINI today. What a blast! Drove most of the way home from the dealer with the top up but eventually noticed that it was 42 degrees out and sunny and had to put the top down.
I can on guess that my MINI was one of the first off the boat/into the VDC, sailed through VDC, and sped all the way to NH.
Pics to come -- maybe once all the snow melts.
I'm hoping I can maybe get her by Saturday, but they are not giving any timeframes still...but at least they have some info and the car could be here soon.
I'm surprised it just got to the VDC (I'm guessing that is what 'final processing center' is) today, since it was off the boat on Thurs...
I'd think Convertibles would get a quick turn around time, in case of bad weather, I bet they'd want to get them out first!
Congrats on the new baby!!! I hope I'll be singing the same tune soon!
Last edited by SilverMiniGirl; 02-16-2011 at 06:20 PM.
#1013
#1014
Based on how quick everyone else's cars were moving along, it seemed like a long time, but I'm not the expert...I am just going to 'go with it' and stop being so impatient. I know 'something' about my car and that is what I wanted!
I can only hope I'll be in the car this weekend. I just need it to get out of the VDC before friday at 2 when they shut down for the weekend. Once it gets to the dealer, there should not be any reason I do not get my car right away, is there?
I'm hoping maybe the date/timeframe is off and maybe I'll get a pleasant surprise phone call tomorrow to come get my car...but I need to stop dreaming!
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#1022
So far...a good experience. I am even bringing a candy bouquet with me as a gift to the dealer for putting up with me...hehe!
#1023
Very nice, patient and fun..no problems with the MAs. I knew more info about the car in production then they did....but if I had not found NAM I would not have known my car was ready...information is power but if I was not Tracking the whole process I would be pleasantly surprised my car was ready rather then knowing it arrived a week ago.
So far...a good experience. I am even bringing a candy bouquet with me as a gift to the dealer for putting up with me...hehe!
So far...a good experience. I am even bringing a candy bouquet with me as a gift to the dealer for putting up with me...hehe!
#1024
Very nice, patient and fun..no problems with the MAs. I knew more info about the car in production then they did....but if I had not found NAM I would not have known my car was ready...information is power but if I was not Tracking the whole process I would be pleasantly surprised my car was ready rather then knowing it arrived a week ago.
So far...a good experience. I am even bringing a candy bouquet with me as a gift to the dealer for putting up with me...hehe!
So far...a good experience. I am even bringing a candy bouquet with me as a gift to the dealer for putting up with me...hehe!
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