As many expected MINIUSA fared quite well in 2003. What wasn't expected however was the robust December sales. Here's all the info directly from MINIUSA:

MINI sales in the U.S. continue to surpass expectations. Year-to-date, the company reported sales of 19,592 MINI Coopers and 16,418 MINI Cooper S' for combined sales of 36,010. The company reported sales of 1,969 MINI Coopers and 2,036 MINI Cooper S' during the month of December for a total of 4,005 cars sold, making it a record month for MINI. Two ships of cars arrived earlier than expected and in time to ship to dealers for delivery to customers by the end of 2003.