The MINI Cabrio In Person

Matt G. Mar 30th, 2004 Link

That's really cool, Gabe.

I still don't like that center gauge.

Patrick Crowley Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Thanks Gabe for keeping up on all you came across! The only problem is the more I look at one the more I want it! I'm gonna be in debt forever!!!

David Bunting Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Nice pics.

I'm looking forward to the plant tour.

One of these days hopefully someone can get a tour of the PORTS. Then we'd have the plant, the port, and the VPC.

R Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Glad to see they moved the flat tire light and added the coin tray, love the tach & speedo above the steering wheel and would kill for the new instrumentation. Also wondered what the little buttons on each side of the mirror switch is, maybe heated seats?… Looks like there are a lot of blind spots…..R

Ian Cull Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Excellent Gabe; you got lucky!?
Looking forward to pics from inside the factory - they would not allow “mere mortals” like me to take a camera on the tour ;)

Gabriel Bridger Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Ian: I couldn't take photos either but there was plenty of time to take pics of the red cabrio - I just didn't want to risk it. Especially with all those other cabrio pics on my SD card :)

I did recieve at least one nice little present from someone at MINI - the newly updated shift knob! The leather stitching is now reversed so it's a much smoother feel.

alex Mar 30th, 2004 Link

yuck- don't like the new gauges! Using that giant center one just for oil and gas seems like a waste… I like the big ol' center speedo- and isn't it the tradition? And yes- those look like the seat heater buttons.

R Mar 30th, 2004 Link

This question has nothing to do with the Cab but does anybody know where to get the rims that were used on the mini's for the Italian Job?………R

Ian Cull Mar 30th, 2004 Link

I think they were the R90 rims, available from MINI dealerships - big bucks ($1395)!

Vanwall Mar 30th, 2004 Link

Hehe! Way to go, Gabe, you found a loose Cabrio with no Factory goons around! It looks better in those shots, except the headlites - they look like a missile-launcher on a Huey-Cobra. I still wish it was a 2-seater, tho.

   BCNU,
Rob in dago

derek Mar 30th, 2004 Link

gabe - we're saving up some serious 'rag-top' work here at work for ya. Although I have to say that I'm recommending my dad hold out for a ragtop when the insurance money comes in…

dw Mar 31st, 2004 Link

What a nice surprise to met up with a such a friendly MINI maker. He may well be the best sales person MINI has.
The cabrio is beginning to grow on me. It still has an unfinished exterior design appearance; something is definitely missing, something that will open up the blind spots making the exterior coherent. The center guages is designed nicely but may take a while to accept.

Randolph Lee Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Thanks for the snaps Gabe,
What was the reason for the pink food wrap on the lights and all the blockage about the Front plate and grills… can't still need to camouflage it, can they?

Gabriel Bridger Mar 31st, 2004 Link

I think it was camo left over form a couple weeks ago when it hadn't been officialy released.

Arthur Lee Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Thanks Gabe for the info on the Cabrio. In my opinion this is the most interesting of all of the Mini sites.

Claus Gattinger Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Gabe,

Looks like you're havin' a good time in England!

I got an official message from Mini Austria that the MCS convertible will be available at least this autumn. So I'm already startin' to count my money!

Brian Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Hey Gabe, hope you're having a fun trip. Post a pic of the new shift knob when you have a chance, svp.
Cheers, Brian

R Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Thanks Ian, I'll ck and see. Price is no object, HA!….Derek, very cool website……R

R Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Thanks Ian, they are the R90 style. I just ck'd the movie….R

Philip Mar 31st, 2004 Link

Hey….any chance of getting a glimpse of upcoming MSC models or mods???

Cheers
Philip

greatgro Mar 31st, 2004 Link

I want those oil gauges although not there! But give me oil pressure and temp - please!

Eric Longman Apr 2nd, 2004 Link

Curious that you ran across a MINI Cabrio in England that's LEFT HAND DRIVE! Was this a US-spec car??

Josh Apr 3rd, 2004 Link

Could be a German spec

Josh Apr 3rd, 2004 Link

Most likely the case, cause the US spec would have MPH

Gilbert Apr 3rd, 2004 Link

Gabe,
A friend of mine said that they have Mini Limousine would you get some pic. Thanks

kaye Martell Apr 4th, 2004 Link

Thanks so much for helping us in america get a good look!
My firend had already put a deposit on one, sight unseen!
I'm forwarding your website to her so she will now know what she's getting. I will probably join her!!!

Nick Apr 27th, 2004 Link

I have to say it, that car is fugly. But i'm glade that made it, it is something that will really sell.

Jan May 25th, 2004 Link

Thanks for the pics Gabe but do you know if tan will be a top cover color choice?

Gabe May 25th, 2004 Link

Tan will not be an option for the top.

JAG Jun 4th, 2004 Link

I saw today the Mini Cabrio in person and it is really nice, I was surprised how well the roof looks. It is going to be a killer. Photos does not do justice compare to car in person. The interior is also very nice, an area that the Mini has failed to excel. I can't wait to get my hands on a Red one!!