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How much is too much? Obviously the MINI will always be somewhat rare compared to the VW Beetles of the world but our exclusivity as owners is slowly diminishing.
Obviously this is only a problem in areas of the country where there are MINI dealerships. I assume in much of the US the sight of a Cooper driving down main street would be met with dropped jaws.
Nonetheless I have mixed feelings about this new found popularity. For one I always enjoyed the attention and the look on someone’s face when they see it for the first time. It’s a great way to meet people and get a smile out of a stranger.
In the end I suppose we should all get used to seeing ourselves coming and going. The US is projected to have over 100k in 4 years!
<p>We spotted an IB/W in Oak Park, and when a companion asked if that was my car, I said, "Oh, no, mine's got a black lid." Clearly I was a bit more jaded about the MINI phenom than she ;)</p>
<p>It's still exciting to spot another MINI, and more exciting in some places than others. Hardly worth a mention on the NorShore these days, though.</p>
<p>I still get a kick out of seeing other MINI's..</p>
<p>There are plenty of color, roof and option differences to make them unique.</p>
<p>I've been seeing alot out in the Western 'Burbs lately and have noticed that not everyone is keen to waving… Obviously, they're not as "passionate" as we all are… :)</p>
<p>I agree with that feeling. It's a shame to give a wave and get nothing in return. Especially when the person sees you do it and then looks really confused and/or annoyed.</p>
<p>I still have a regular count of about 2-3/week. MINI's are still rare on my traveled roads. More MINI's mean my touches make it stand out even more.</p>
<p>I saw 2 on my way into work the other day, and 2 more at lunchtime that same day! That was a lot for me, and you know, NONE of them waved. But I don't think any of them really saw me either…</p>