Well, guys, it finally happened. The engine warning light came on while driving home yesterday. Just moved here (Crozet) so I called the Richmond dealer 80 miles away. The tech guy said don't drive it, although he thinks it is just a thermostat problem. At only 7,000 miles, I am very disappointed. But on the plus side, they are sending a truck to pick it up and hope to return it after the big snow that is forecast. Can't beat that for service. By the way, my 2012 has never been in snow so I hope the Mini folks will keep it in the garage!