Hey Gabe, I asked before but didn’t get a response. I was curious if that note made it with your R56 that the guy from the factory was gonna put in your car?
When/Where is the “Official” US Clubman Launch again? I understand that the embargo is released on Sunday, but when will it be shown (in the US) first?
I like the idea of the silver roof on the Clubman, but I’m not so sure about the silver C-pillars and rear bumper. Do you know if it will be possible to get body-colored C-pillars and rear bumper along with the silver roof?
love the big doors, little concerned about the center “pillar” as a blind spot in the rear view mirror. unfortunately it’s already been killed by my wife.
I’m wondering if there’s an “Overlap” or edge between the rear doors which would dictate which side had to be opened first? If not, how good is that center seal going to hold up?
The rear door look like they open sequentially. The latch is set off to the left, implying that the left door closes over the right…meaning you wont be able to open the right door without first opening the left.
I’m in agreement with Gabe… JCW kit being offered on the Clubman would be just the thing that goes against what is expected and would be something that I personally would consider on my Clubman. Any thoughts on the typical buyer for the Clubman? Or what the buyer of a Clubman would also be considering?
Very good point Gabe about the Clubman fitting into a very unique place in my view as well. I do look forward to seeing what people the Clubman will bring into the Mini community. I know there are many current Mini community that will go with a Clubman, but what I think we will see more non-traditional people join the ranks of Mini drivers.
I have to disagree that a JCW kit wouldn’t fit with the Clubman “thing.” I understand the Clubman isn’t necessarily the best platform for a sports car, with the greater weight and reduced rigidity due to the suicide door. However, the JCW kit is available for the convertible S, and a convertible, just by the way it’s built, doesn’t have the structural rigidity of a hardtop, and isn’t something I would think of as a good base for a sports car.
Have to say the best part of the video feed is that it feels more that as a viewer the video makes me feel more like a part of the conversation than just an idle listener. Thanks guys
Thanks again guys. BTW I love the shot of half of Gabe’s head and the yellow wall and doorway in the background. It framed the beer bottle beauifully and kept it centered nicely as he drank. Now for the corporate sponsorship and product placement!
FYI: Gabe’s mic was much louder than DB’s. I had to turn the volume slider down about 75% to match DB’s. The only problem was that when reloading the page to catch up on the live posts, the volume would reset to the original, louder level.
Oh yeah, I also liked being able to cross reference the posts being discussed and follow along with the pictures of the Clubman. It gives us something else to do other than just stare at your lovely mugs.
I WILL say that’s it’s a PITA to keep up with the comments while watch/listening. Every time I refresh to check on new comments the audio comes back full blast (I usually have to turn Gabe down to 50%) and DB’s feed kept hanging up for me :-/
I will see about coming up with a better system. Currently I am unable to setup a chat room on the WRR server (it’s against the rules) and refreshing the page is a pain. Possible comment on WRR and watch on MF, or vice versa? We’ll do it better next time, promise!
No worries DB, I was just pointing it out 😉 I think the last time y’all did it there were 2 different sites involved (UStream and MF??) I forget which, but it was easier to keep track.
Is there a recording if this ?
I was late joining in Thursday night and the crappy hotel network wasn’t really up to streaming anyway 🙁
I’m serious thinking about the Clubman.
But will wait till the config is open 🙂
I can’t really say much as to the JCW would work or not ( design-wise) but I’m still thinking about the first time I ever saw a Audi A4 Avant RS2.
It was blue and the red brake saddles really popped !
>I was late joining in Thursday night and the crappy hotel network wasn’t really up to streaming anyway 🙁
No recording. the way it works is all of us broadcast our own stream from our respective locations. It’s not like we are all sitting in the same room. We could record it, but synching the playback would be just this side of impossible.
Don’t worry, when we do this again (maybe this Thursday hint hint), we will be posting about it in time for all y’all to stop by and watch.
Fun stuff, DB!
No Todd tonight?
Aw Damn! I just tuned in.. and missed it, lol!
2 shows in a row, sweet.
Hey Gabe, I asked before but didn’t get a response. I was curious if that note made it with your R56 that the guy from the factory was gonna put in your car?
When/Where is the “Official” US Clubman Launch again? I understand that the embargo is released on Sunday, but when will it be shown (in the US) first?
I like the idea of the silver roof on the Clubman, but I’m not so sure about the silver C-pillars and rear bumper. Do you know if it will be possible to get body-colored C-pillars and rear bumper along with the silver roof?
The RING Gabe! Don’t forget the RING!!
Gabe, your volume’s a bit high, had to turn you down a bunch
love the big doors, little concerned about the center “pillar” as a blind spot in the rear view mirror. unfortunately it’s already been killed by my wife.
I like how the taillights on the clubman stay with the body when the back doors are open (like the hood)
I like it, I will like it better with body colored C-pillar. I dont like the license plate placement. I LOVE the dual exhaust.
Arrgh, my iPhone won’t show the streaming video. Back to the old desktop (mac that is).
The pseudo rear valence “vents” are a bit much on this model, especially split the way they are.
I’m wondering if there’s an “Overlap” or edge between the rear doors which would dictate which side had to be opened first? If not, how good is that center seal going to hold up?
I agree with you Gabe, I love the sleeper look. I love the M5 (touring) wagon, and hope they make the M3 (touring) wagon.
The rear door look like they open sequentially. The latch is set off to the left, implying that the left door closes over the right…meaning you wont be able to open the right door without first opening the left.
Where is the 3rd brake light?
Yup, didn’t see the latch. I’d guess the left side locks the door to the car, and the right side latches to the left door. Thanks.
My iPhone batteries run longer than my powerbook!
I’m in agreement with Gabe… JCW kit being offered on the Clubman would be just the thing that goes against what is expected and would be something that I personally would consider on my Clubman. Any thoughts on the typical buyer for the Clubman? Or what the buyer of a Clubman would also be considering?
Very good point Gabe about the Clubman fitting into a very unique place in my view as well. I do look forward to seeing what people the Clubman will bring into the Mini community. I know there are many current Mini community that will go with a Clubman, but what I think we will see more non-traditional people join the ranks of Mini drivers.
Great to see the video again guys.
I have to disagree that a JCW kit wouldn’t fit with the Clubman “thing.” I understand the Clubman isn’t necessarily the best platform for a sports car, with the greater weight and reduced rigidity due to the suicide door. However, the JCW kit is available for the convertible S, and a convertible, just by the way it’s built, doesn’t have the structural rigidity of a hardtop, and isn’t something I would think of as a good base for a sports car.
After seeing that preliminary video of the Clubman ripping up the Nurburgring, I’d seriously consider a JCW version as a viable performance choice.
my Clubman would be JCW with driving lights
OK, how many of us did the flashback “thing” at the same time? lol
Great show, guys!
I like the live shows because you get uncut WRR. We hear y’all BS’ing and get to contribute.
Have to say the best part of the video feed is that it feels more that as a viewer the video makes me feel more like a part of the conversation than just an idle listener. Thanks guys
Thanks again guys. BTW I love the shot of half of Gabe’s head and the yellow wall and doorway in the background. It framed the beer bottle beauifully and kept it centered nicely as he drank. Now for the corporate sponsorship and product placement!
FYI: Gabe’s mic was much louder than DB’s. I had to turn the volume slider down about 75% to match DB’s. The only problem was that when reloading the page to catch up on the live posts, the volume would reset to the original, louder level.
Oh yeah, I also liked being able to cross reference the posts being discussed and follow along with the pictures of the Clubman. It gives us something else to do other than just stare at your lovely mugs.
I WILL say that’s it’s a PITA to keep up with the comments while watch/listening. Every time I refresh to check on new comments the audio comes back full blast (I usually have to turn Gabe down to 50%) and DB’s feed kept hanging up for me :-/
I will see about coming up with a better system. Currently I am unable to setup a chat room on the WRR server (it’s against the rules) and refreshing the page is a pain. Possible comment on WRR and watch on MF, or vice versa? We’ll do it better next time, promise!
No worries DB, I was just pointing it out 😉 I think the last time y’all did it there were 2 different sites involved (UStream and MF??) I forget which, but it was easier to keep track.
Is there a recording if this ?
I was late joining in Thursday night and the crappy hotel network wasn’t really up to streaming anyway 🙁
I’m serious thinking about the Clubman.
But will wait till the config is open 🙂
I can’t really say much as to the JCW would work or not ( design-wise) but I’m still thinking about the first time I ever saw a Audi A4 Avant RS2.
It was blue and the red brake saddles really popped !
One mean family car 🙂
Correction: Audi 80 Avant RS2 …
Missed it 🙁
(didn’t see announcement till Sat morning)
Sorry Ian – we were trying to keep it sort of low-key to avoid excessive expectations 🙂
I missed it too!! I’m already looking forward to the next one though! 😛
Crap. I always miss this.
>I was late joining in Thursday night and the crappy hotel network wasn’t really up to streaming anyway 🙁
No recording. the way it works is all of us broadcast our own stream from our respective locations. It’s not like we are all sitting in the same room. We could record it, but synching the playback would be just this side of impossible.
Don’t worry, when we do this again (maybe this Thursday hint hint), we will be posting about it in time for all y’all to stop by and watch.
Hey DB, you recorded the audio though, right??
lol. Yea, the audio was recorded. #171 is in the tubes already and #172 should hit your feed at around 2PM PST tomorrow.