BendersMINI

Check out MINI FINI or perhaps even give them a call. See the pic on this particular page. ( They've supported their fellow MINI owners with cool solutions for many years! Actually ran into one of the owners at MTTS a few years ago. ) I installed their sport link (leaves two little cylinders poking out that look like James Bond oil spray gadgets) on my R57 around 2012-2013. It took a little more work than I expected, but did it in the driveway one morning. All a matter of what one calls "not too difficult." Used it with an attachment base that included a 2" receiver hitch. I never towed with it... only used for a bike carrier. I don't have that car anymore, but I *think* I may still have the attachment base stuffed away somewhere. If you go the MINI FINI route, I would be happy to pass it on to another R57 owner... Cheers, Stephen

For those who may not have already subscribed to the MINI USA link... - Postponed to Summer 2021 - MINI USA says they plan to use the same routing planned for 2020 [yay for us on the East Coast!] - Exact dates TBD

Maggie does look great! Nice to see a hybrid joining. I look forward to hearing your longer-term impressions - I want my next car to be a hybrid or completely electric. Likely to still be several years away, but...

This looks fun - I like the idea of the past/modern comparison. Will have to RSVP tentative, though; I have to fly to Atlanta that day for a work trip. Maybe I can catch the first few hours before heading to the airport...

Crossing my fingers the timing and routing works out. I like catching the start of MTTS, but that's not an option this year due to work. *Maybe* I can catch the last few days!!

I'm also arriving just in time for the driver's meeting, but will continue through BBQ, and can't miss those fantastic cupcakes at Sweets!

( Videos are moving photography, right?) Mark you calendar for Nov 22... There are some teaser videos at these links. https://www.smithsonianchannel.com/videos/this-is-how-mini-jcw-turbo-engines-are-built/60865?an=culture https://www.smithsonianchannel.com/videos/why-mini-jcw-cars-are-so-similar-to-go-karts/60847?an=culture

Nice turnout and great to see everyone! I think we all enjoyed the location. @wyretrip Sorry I took off too early before you could see the mod! Next time... I missed a few of the MINIs in attendance by not going outside earlier to take photos

After seeing and hearing about the simple install by @Coopah, I had to get one of these Cravenspeed auto shift knobs: Totally agree about the great feel and sitting at a perfect height relative to the center arm rest!

The private dining room is set aside for us under “DC Minis” There’s some sort of beer tasting event going on tonight, so no guarantee of a big enough table in the main dining area.

Event Title: The-Weather-Is-Nice Happy Hour!! Event Date: 09/26/2019 06:00 PM to 09/26/2019 08:00 PM Event Address: 13041 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax, Virginia, 22033, United States RSVP on the event here: The-Weather-Is-Nice Happy Hour!! The-Weather-Is-Nice Happy Hour at Dogfish Head Alehouse, Fairfax When: Thursday, 26 Sep - 6pm until we leave Where: Dogfish Head Alehouse, 13041 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax, VA 22033 The weather seems to finally be cooling off, but will it stay this way??? Join in for a relaxed evening catching up with your fellow MINIacs before the Annual Meeting! RSVP on the event here: The-Weather-Is-Nice Happy Hour!!

BendersMINI - caesar salad.

I really enjoyed this run last year - especially the food at the end! [ Unfortunately, I can't make it this year due a packed travel schedule in Aug... ]

That's a great improvement over the stock auto "shifter." Thanks for posting this, as I've been wondering if the install was as easy as the description made it seem. When I saw this on Cravenspeed's email a little while back I didn't quite understand how it's getting around the usual button press needed to move the selector. Do you just lift/push up the knob and move it to the selection you want?