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  1. Gil-galad

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    #7 Gil-galad, Aug 6, 2015
    "Less is more"

    I wonder why they can't apply this philosophy to MINI's physical dimensions?
     
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    #2 Minidave, Aug 5, 2015
    We’re not currently planning any further expansion in capacity for Mini.

    So, they're planning to follow the Porsche model with MINI, making just one less car than there's demand for and raising the prices steadily?
     
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    #10 DneprDave, Aug 6, 2015
    Would a Dutch built MINI have wooden tires?
     
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    #11 rckrzy1, Aug 7, 2015
    And the PRICE ??? Is more , the clubman has become a Countryman, and they are not selling me any new cars soon.
     
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    #3 Motoring Magic, Aug 5, 2015
    blahblahblahyadayadayada...........u vill buy vat ve tell u und LIKE it!
     
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    #4 ZippyNH, Aug 5, 2015
    And you vill pay us premium prices.... you must pay tribute to your BMW overlords!!
     
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    #5 Zillon, Aug 5, 2015
    I'm glad they reduced the number of models.
     
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    #6 vetsvette, Aug 6, 2015
    Idjit Bean counter. :eek:ut:
     
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    #8 Firebro17, Aug 6, 2015
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    Unless I missed him stating it, never was there a mention as to which five models would remain... I guess that allows for a revolving door, so as to be able to have them continue to come and go however the sales trend.

    (On another note) That's all we need is to one day have a MINI built in China. Thank God they can at least recognize that as a questionable idea, for now. As for their luxury car market, who gives a rip.
     
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    #9 Norm03s, Aug 6, 2015
    I would buy a Dutch built MINI no question

    I would buy a Dutch built MINI, no question. I see these new lumps with a MINI logo and wonder if they call that progress.
    But I have a R53, so I'm happy.
     
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    #12 MCS02, Aug 8, 2015
    Hay I have an idea! Lets get the guy that doesn't understand MINI and put him in charge.

    I know don't say it "they have to make money" really who know.

    You can be different and make money.
     
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    #13 minirab, Aug 9, 2015
    Why can't they be more like Morgan?!