For the second year in a row, famed boston MINI Cooper dealer, MINI of Peabody, is extending their charitable contributions to the MINI community.  On Saturday, June 26^th, over 200 MINI owners and their guests attending MINIs on Top will be sitting down for a fully catered breakfast sponsored by the Massachusetts MINI Cooper dealership.

Last year, owners feasted on a buffet complete with eggs, bacon, sausage, muffins, pancakes, coffees, teas and juices. The breakfast was held at the Attitash Grand Summit Hotel which is considered the “central gathering area” for MINIs on Top guests.

MINI’s on Top is the annual MINI meeting place for owners across the northeast.  The event starts on Friday, June 25^th and concludes with a picturesque drive to the top of Mount Washington on Saturday, June 26th.   Not only is MINIs on Top a fun and unique experience, but the annual event raises thousands of dollars for charities including the Make a Wish Foundation.

“We are extremely excited for the opportunity to sponsor the breakfast for second year straight.  We want to give 100% back to the MINI community and this is the perfect opportunity to show them how much we, as a dealership care,” says Lori Connolly, MINI of Peabody’s Marketing Director.

Many activities surrounding the annual gathering include a Friday night ice cream social, MINI Trivia, a boot sale, photo scavenger hunt and MINI car show.  Every mini-event that takes place at MINIs on Top is organized solely by volunteers & MINI enthusiasts.

MINI of Peabody is no stranger to hosting some of the most fun customer driving events in the country.  This year we are hosting our 5^th annual Poker Rally on May 2^nd.  This event is MINI of Peabody’s signature event and draws over 100 MINI owners and their passengers.  The event begins at the dealership with registration starting at 9:00am.

The Poker rally attracts MINI owners from points in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont.  Owners meet at the dealership and are given meticulously mapped out rally route with driving instructions.  Then, they set off on an hour and a half ride through Massachusetts and into New Hampshire.  Five check points are plotted out along the way where customers will pull up and receive a poker playing card from a MINI of Peabody employee.  By the time they arrive back at the dealership, they will have 5 cards in hand.

A BBQ is served following the rally to all owners and their passengers.  At the conclusion of the event, guests are asked to reveal their 5 cards.  The best poker hand will win a great gift, valued at over $150, courtesy of the dealership.  This year, the dealership will give away several door prizes including hats and a chance to win a free energy audit, courtesy of New Hampshire based energy consulting firm, Turn Cycle Solutions.

To register for MINI of Peabody’s poker rally, send an email to lconnolly@minipeabody.com. This event is open to MINI Cooper owners and their passengers.  You can also call (800) 440-9175  for more information.

MINI of Peabody is anticipating an initial shipment of MINI Cooper Countryman vehicles this fall. The MINI Countryman is a small SUV that is almost 16 inches longer than the popular original Mini Cooper, giving Massachusetts families more room and reason to love their MINI.

Massachusetts MINI shoppers will find the base and S Countryman models to offer plenty of power and excitement.  The base model has a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter four cylinder engine, while the sportier Countryman S adds turbo-charging and direct fuel injection for a maximum of 180 horsepower. Both are available with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

The Countryman will be a true SUV in terms of handling and safety features.  Front-wheel-drive will be standard on all Countryman models and MINI will also offer a version called ALL4 that will come standard with all-wheel-drive.

The seating position of the driver is slightly higher in the Countryman than that of a standard MINI Cooper, which may aid in access and visibility. MINI describes the interior as “typical of the brand,” suggesting snug quarters and quirky controls.

The MINI Countryman’s bucket seat model features a “central rail” that runs the entire length of the interior. It is designed to hold specially-designed clip in elements, such as cup holders and storage boxes for MP3 players or cell phones. Driver-selectable colored ambient lighting just one way Boston MINI shoppers can customize their Countryman to reflect their individual style.

The MINI Countryman promises to live up to larger expectations, offering four seats, with a three-person second-row bench available at no additional cost. Each of the rear seats slide back and forth more than five inches for added legroom or cargo space. The rear seats also fold flat for carrying long cargo. That back seat is a split-folding design, and cargo capacity jumps from 350 to 1,170 liters (12.2–41.0 cu ft) when it’s down.

The Countryman will debut this fall at MINI of Peabody in Massachusetts.  Boston MINI Cooper shoppers can keep up to date with news about the impending debut of the Countryman at http://www.minipeabody.com.

Boston MINI Cooper dealer, MINI of Peabody, is holding an exclusive sale on two of their best selling MINI Next models. Both MINI Next Models – the 2009 Cooper Clubman for $21,900 and the 2007 Cooper Hardtop for $18,900 are available at MINI of Peabody.

MINI Cooper Clubman

The MINI Cooper famed small Clubman model has a wide bulldog stance that offers room for an extra passenger and plenty of cargo space. It has 32.8 cubic feet of cargo space, a flat load floor and a hidden compartment. With added passenger space and a funky rear door, MINI Cooper’s Clubman strikes the right balance between utility and MINI’s famous fun ride.

Also available at MINI of Peabody in the greater Boston Area is the 2007 MINI Cooper Hardtop. The MINI Hardtop’s price has been slashed to $18,900.

The MINI Cooper Hardtop model embodied the latest technology from BMW, especially below the hood, when it was first introduced in 1997. Since then, the MINI Cooper Hardtop is known for its stronger engine superb handling ability.  This is the car that is great for long leisurely drives as well as twisty mountain road excursions.

The MINI Hardtop, which is available at MINI of Peabody includes MINI’s premium package which offers a panaromic power sunroof, an auto climate control and a multi-function steering wheel w/cruise control.

Every Certified Pre Owned used MINI Cooper at MINI of Peabody comes with a standard 6 year/100,000 mile warranty, plus the peace of mind that comes with knowing that each vehicle was rigorously tested and certified by MINI of Peabody. 

Both models can be viewed on the MINI of Peabody site: http://www.minipeabody.com/MiscPage_3

For additional information on MINI Cooper finance rates and specials, consumers may also visit http://www.minipeabody.com

MINI of Peabody in Massachusetts has just been named by MINI USA as the 2009 National Motoring Cup Award winner.  Only 1 dealership nationwide receives this coveted honor.

The MINI Motoring Cup Award recognizes the MINI Cooper dealer with the highest sales and highest customer satisfaction.  Only the top dealer in the U.S. to exceed in both of these categories as well as those who excel in MINI parts and accessories sales can earn this coveted Cup.

Warren Waugh is the managing partner of MINI of Peabody and is thrilled to display the motoring cup trophy for all customers and staff to see.  “It’s an honor to be recognized for doing things we consider to be a normal part of our everyday culture here at MINI of Peabody,” says Waugh. 

The Boston MINI Cooper dealer is no stranger to the limelight. Since 2002, MINI of Peabody has been a stand-out dealer being recognized by both MINI USA and their customers.  In 2009, the dealership displayed outstanding sales yet again and a MINI of Peabody sales professional was recognized as one of the top sales people in the nation and was rewarded MINI USA’s most coveted honor, the Achievements in Motoring award (AIM).

From the beginning, MINI of Peabody set out to ensure that purchasing a MINI Cooper was as fun and enjoyable as driving one.  General Manager Marshal Cabot is proud to have won an award which embodies just that.  Cabot added, “Making the dealership a fun and pleasant place to purchase a car is our #1 goal.  Taking home the Motoring Cup Award for our staff means that we were able to do just that.”

Massachusetts MINI shoppers who would like to learn more about purchasing or leasing a new or Certified Pre Owned MINI Cooper from MINI of Peabody can learn more at http://www.minipeabody.com