MotoringFile.com has assembled what is certainly one of the best resources available anywhere for learning about details of the new R60 MINI Countryman crossover vehicle that will be arriving on the U.S. side of “the pond” next year. The buzz being generated by the introduction of this radical new four-door AWD model has been considerable, […]
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Recap of our Cassville Ferry Drive on July 24th
Posted by Gil-galad on July 24th, 2010
So what’s a MINI group to do when the ferry–and a handful of local roads–are closed due to the prior day’s flash flooding? Well, they pool their talents, use their ingenuity, and execute an equally fun and exciting motoring day for everyone! From the trip up the Dubuque County back roads and the Great River […]
Holy Cross Parade, Festival, and Street Dance — Aug 14th
Posted by Gil-galad on July 16th, 2010
For the third consecutive year, EIM plans to take over the town of Holy Cross, IA for the annual Holy Cross Parade, Festival, and Street Dance! Our MINIs will be lined up at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 14th to prepare for the start of the parade at noon. We’ll have a car wash station […]
Heartland British Autofest Days 2010 — Davenport, Aug 7-8
Posted by Gil-galad on July 15th, 2010
The Quad Cities British Auto Club (QCBAC) will be hosting their annual Heartland British Autofest Days on Saturday and Sunday, August 7th and 8th in Davenport. Our good motoring buddy Mike C. won both the Best in Class and Best Overall Wheels awards with his awesome MINI at this event last year. We’d like to […]
EIM Cassville Ferry Crossing and Drive — Saturday, July 24th
Posted by Gil-galad on July 3rd, 2010
How many MINI Coopers can you fit on a ferry boat that usually holds 9 “regular” cars? Come join us on Saturday, July 24th and find out! The EIM Cassville Ferry Crossing and Drive starts and finishes in Dubuque, IA. Our rendezvous time is 9:15 am at the Port of Dubuque. Highlights include the following: […]
