I got a VIN!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Still @ 150 : (
Poor little MC hasn't moved from stage 150 . The completion date estimate of July 15th seems to be the real thing.
It shall give me some time to reflect on my situation (ie, think about the MINI longer), and save up a bit more $$. I wish there was some sort of hibernation system...
It shall give me some time to reflect on my situation (ie, think about the MINI longer), and save up a bit more $$. I wish there was some sort of hibernation system...
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I don't know! I'm wondering if it's the black top, or perhaps the armrest is holding it up. Heck, if it's something like the armrest holding it up, or the spare tire, the washer fluid reservoir, emergency brake - who cares. They can leave them off if it will speed production.
150 Production Started [SCHEDULED FOR PRODUCTION]
151 Body Shop Started
152 Paint Shop Started
153 Assembly Started
155 Production Completed
160 Released to Distribution
182 Released to Carrier [AWAITING TRANSPORTATION]
I mean, the guy at MINI USA did not tell me if anything was done to the MINI, just that it was still at 150! I called just before I posted. It's not a big deal, really. Heh. Ha.
I'll survive - today I just worked 8 hours straight (mmmm, 10 minute lunch!) on a project that had to get out today. I totally forgot about the MINI during work. Seriously.
John
150 Production Started [SCHEDULED FOR PRODUCTION]
151 Body Shop Started
152 Paint Shop Started
153 Assembly Started
155 Production Completed
160 Released to Distribution
182 Released to Carrier [AWAITING TRANSPORTATION]
I mean, the guy at MINI USA did not tell me if anything was done to the MINI, just that it was still at 150! I called just before I posted. It's not a big deal, really. Heh. Ha.
I'll survive - today I just worked 8 hours straight (mmmm, 10 minute lunch!) on a project that had to get out today. I totally forgot about the MINI during work. Seriously.
John
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1-866-275-6464
1-866-ASK-MINI
Just talk to a customer service person, and ask about the status. I'm hooked on the hotline! It's a free call -> no hidden charges
Seriously, I talked to someone today, and he was like, "Call every other day, or even every day. We're here to help." Heh, this tells me he doesn't know that I have been calling every day since the 7th. Heck, if they had made it a 900 number, I'd still check the status daily -> the website has been consistently 2 days behind for me.
John
1-866-ASK-MINI
Just talk to a customer service person, and ask about the status. I'm hooked on the hotline! It's a free call -> no hidden charges
Seriously, I talked to someone today, and he was like, "Call every other day, or even every day. We're here to help." Heh, this tells me he doesn't know that I have been calling every day since the 7th. Heck, if they had made it a 900 number, I'd still check the status daily -> the website has been consistently 2 days behind for me.
John
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Uhhh, just got 153 status today, however, I asked when I'd find about which ship it'll be on (which, IMHO, is the most important piece of information). He said, "Well, let's see, at some point we'll know. I wouldn't call every day, heh, then you'd be blacklisted, but maybe every other day." He said this in a joking way - do they have a log of all the time's I've called?
I figure, they NEED me to call them, otherwise they'd be out of jobs. Right?
John
I figure, they NEED me to call them, otherwise they'd be out of jobs. Right?
John
#43
Originally Posted by ururk
Uhhh, just got 153 status today, however, I asked when I'd find about which ship it'll be on (which, IMHO, is the most important piece of information). He said, "Well, let's see, at some point we'll know. I wouldn't call every day, heh, then you'd be blacklisted, but maybe every other day." He said this in a joking way - do they have a log of all the time's I've called?
I figure, they NEED me to call them, otherwise they'd be out of jobs. Right?
John
I figure, they NEED me to call them, otherwise they'd be out of jobs. Right?
John
MINISteve
MMC #179 - A Strange Prime
OUT with the '04 MCS - IN with the '05 MCSC
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Uh, okay. . .
Realistically, what's the timeframe look like from order to delivery? We ordered an MCSC on July 1st, got our production number soon after, we're in the system (I called already) with a projected completion date of 31 August. Then shipping to Colorado, etc. . .I'm looking at mid-September, I think. . .but when should I start calling ASK-MINI on a daily basis? A week before completion? Two? Today? Last week? This is our second MINI but our first new one, so I'm a little out of the loop on the timing. . .
Thanks!!
Realistically, what's the timeframe look like from order to delivery? We ordered an MCSC on July 1st, got our production number soon after, we're in the system (I called already) with a projected completion date of 31 August. Then shipping to Colorado, etc. . .I'm looking at mid-September, I think. . .but when should I start calling ASK-MINI on a daily basis? A week before completion? Two? Today? Last week? This is our second MINI but our first new one, so I'm a little out of the loop on the timing. . .
Thanks!!
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It depends on where you were in the dealers queue, their number of build allocations, and how many slots they had open for that month.
In your case, I'd check out the Owners Lounge:
https://ol.miniusa.com
When the time approaches your completion date (like, 2 weeks) check the website out. When the vehicle hits Scheduled for Production status, then would be a good time to call.
The main issue is the website is a few days behind (anywhere from 2 to 7!). It also shows the basic steps - nowhere near to where ASK-MINI will tell you. But, until it's actually scheduled for production, not much will happen. Plus, a few days behind means I will miss it's shipping, whereas you will only miss it's change to scheduled for production. I'm pretty sure.
In your case, I'd check out the Owners Lounge:
https://ol.miniusa.com
When the time approaches your completion date (like, 2 weeks) check the website out. When the vehicle hits Scheduled for Production status, then would be a good time to call.
The main issue is the website is a few days behind (anywhere from 2 to 7!). It also shows the basic steps - nowhere near to where ASK-MINI will tell you. But, until it's actually scheduled for production, not much will happen. Plus, a few days behind means I will miss it's shipping, whereas you will only miss it's change to scheduled for production. I'm pretty sure.
#46
Well, I'm not exactly sure, but if its any indication Heres by breakdown so far:
June 2 : On Order
July 3: Scheduled for Production
July 9: Production Completed
July 12: At Port of Exit
... I'm picking it up in Portland, and my MA told me to expect late August or Early Sept....
I'm sure hoping it earlier...
June 2 : On Order
July 3: Scheduled for Production
July 9: Production Completed
July 12: At Port of Exit
... I'm picking it up in Portland, and my MA told me to expect late August or Early Sept....
I'm sure hoping it earlier...
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Originally Posted by rollermonkey
Well, I'm not exactly sure, but if its any indication Heres by breakdown so far:
June 2 : On Order
July 3: Scheduled for Production
July 9: Production Completed
July 12: At Port of Exit
... I'm picking it up in Portland, and my MA told me to expect late August or Early Sept....
I'm sure hoping it earlier...
June 2 : On Order
July 3: Scheduled for Production
July 9: Production Completed
July 12: At Port of Exit
... I'm picking it up in Portland, and my MA told me to expect late August or Early Sept....
I'm sure hoping it earlier...
But that's a good timeline up above - about a week to build, and a few days to port. . .good to know, thanks!
#48
Originally Posted by UUNetBill
...Ours will be coming to Colorado; I'd hate to think it'll take 4-6 weeks to get here. . .
It's for this reason (and the Shomp waiting list) that I ordered my MCS out of Baron in Kansas City. I'm scheduled for a Week 31 build (beginning of august?) . Deliveries to KC go through the east coast, so it'll only spend 2 weeks on the pond so I'm hoping to meet my MINI at the beginning of September
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Not that this is a self serving thread, but it keeps me from posting a new thread each time : )
I'm on the Udine! At least "Received at Terminal - won't know much until the ship actually arrives at port, or if they bump the little car to a sooner leaving ship. Currently 314 MINI's aboard.
Anyone here on it?
I'm on the Udine! At least "Received at Terminal - won't know much until the ship actually arrives at port, or if they bump the little car to a sooner leaving ship. Currently 314 MINI's aboard.
Anyone here on it?