Sections: DIY Jun 2nd, 2006 6 Comments 
More DIY Friday… A few of you may remember the Illuminated Door Sill DIY we published in February of 2005. If so pat yourself on the back because I certainly didn’t. If you did you’ll be pleased to know that MINI has updated the installation PDF to include several new sill design. The most interesting of which is simply titled “personalised”.
Installation remains pretty tricky since electricity is involved. I think it probably goes without saying that, unless you’re uber hand with wiring, having your dealer do the work might not be a bad idea.
You can grab the PDF file below:
[ Official Illuminated Door Sill DIY ] Official PDF
Edge Jun 2nd, 2006 Link
I have them – the illuminated JCW ones (now called illuminated “Entry Strips” according to the JCW website – stupid name, huh?). They look FANTASTIC, and I love them… but yes they cost way, way too much, especially for the labor on install. Only for the seriously nuts… like me. :D
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GSKChicago Jun 2nd, 2006 Link
It’s cool – I am not handy enough to even consider attempting a DIY like this. I cannot justify spending the money on the parts and labor involved with having the dealership do it. So instead, I will appreciate from far.
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Dave Jun 2nd, 2006 Link
I wonder how much it costs to get the personalized sills with “your name” on them?
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EricZ Jun 4th, 2006 Link
I had some “bling” added to my MINI last fall; one of which was the MCS Door Sill lights. It was a bit pricy to get installed by the dealer, but they are way cool. I couln’t think of a better way to blow my bonus $$$ from work. Besides, the chicks are impressed, and that’s all that matters. hahaha
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