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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINI Maniacs take on the Devil's Backbone 3 days, 8 hours ago
The COVID pandemic wiped out most SCMM’s event schedule in 2020, but the Devil’s Backbone Run returned in 2021 to mark the club’s 11th edition of the popular event that spends most the time in California’s Eastern Sierra.
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, SCMM mourns the sudden passing of Ted Lighthizer 9 months ago
Veteran SCMM member and true MINI Maniac, Ted Lighthizer, passed away suddenly on December 15, 2020, at the age of 73. Although Ted had not been in good health for some time, his passing was unexpected. It was […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Mendenhall Museum highlights Memorial Run to Solvang 10 months ago
SCMM’s annual Memorial Run rolled through Solvang in November for a two-night excursion that included a visit to the Mendenhall Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana, in nearby Buellton.
Thirty-nine members t […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINIs make the Great Pacific Coast Highway Run 11 months, 4 weeks ago
On September 17, after months of staying at home due to COVID-19, the MINI Maniacs made their first overnight trip of the year with a visit to California’s central coast. Called the Great Pacific Coast Highway R […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINI TAKES THE STATES RESCHEDULED FOR 2021 1 year, 1 month ago
AFTER A SLIGHT DETOUR, MINI TAKES THE STATES IS BACK ON TRACK.
For many of you, the MINI community is a second family offering optimism, acceptance and adventure. And if the past few months have taught us […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINI TAKES THE STATES POSTPONED TO 2021 1 year, 5 months ago
Not surprisingly, yet still disappointing, the official word came out today that MINI TAKES THE STATES is postponed until July 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement was made by MINIUSA’s Vice P […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, 2020 MINI GP featured at L.A. Auto Show 1 year, 9 months ago
I had time to visit the L.A. Auto Show last week and see the latest offering from MINI. While this year’s spotlight was divided between the MINI Electric (yawn) and the new John Cooper Works GP, it was clear fr […]
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Sorry, I am disappointed at the looks of the new Mini GP. I really don’t get the fender flares and the rear spoiler is a bit much. Guess I am a little too “old school” to get excited about the looks of the new GP. Having 300 HP is a nice touch, however.
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I agree, especially on the fender flares. Whatever airflow benefit they may provide, for me is not worth the hassle they’ll create when it comes time to washing/waxing. Not to mention every time I’d walk by the car and catch my clothes on a fender flare.
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is there a roll bar?
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Very disappointed in the new GP. Automatic only, looks ridiculous, expensive. Very happy I purchased my 2013 GP, probably keep it forever.
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Adam's Polishes opens Orange County store 1 year, 12 months ago
Adam’s Polishes car care products have an almost cult-like following, so it’s not surprising that hundreds of loyal customers lined up for the grand opening of Adam’s newest retail store on September 21, in Anahe […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Devil's Backbone 2 years ago
The Devil’s Backbone Run took place the first weekend in September, marking the tenth running of SCMM’s annual trek through the Sierras. This year’s event was a three-day adventure, with both nights spent in Mammo […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Dan 'Wolfman' Skorcz receives Lifetime Compost Award 2 years ago
Former SCMM President Dan “Wolfman” Skorcz was honored with the club’s first-ever Lifetime Compost Award in recognition for his efforts in organizing last year’s Southwest MINI Fest, creating the Wolf’s Lair, and […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Electric MINI nothing to get charged up over 2 years, 2 months ago
The long-awaited all-electric MINI Cooper SE is expected to hit dealer showrooms in March 2020, but critics already say it’s nothing to get too charged up about.
Based on the BMW i3 power plant, the MINI’s ele […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, SCMM's Memo Santoyo completes S.F to L.A. AIDS Ride 2 years, 3 months ago
An estimated 2,500 cyclists in the AIDS/LifeCycle Ride wrapped up an eight-day journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles on June 8. Their goal, to raise awareness and money in the fight against AIDS. Their efforts […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINI Maniacs experience Beach Blanket Babylon, for the last time? 2 years, 3 months ago
Beach Blanket Babylon, San Francisco’s famous musical revue and highlight of SCMM’s Babylon Run, will hold its final two shows this New Year’s Eve.
“I feel fortunate to have the opportunity see the show before […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, MINI Maniacs slay the Dragon 2 years, 3 months ago
When it comes to a bucket list of MINI events, one annual round-up of enthusiasts has remained near the top of the list for 17 years — it’s called MINIs on the Dragon. Held each May in Robbinsville, North Car […]
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Great article, Jimmy Olson ,, & a fabulous trip ,, I’d do it again in a heartbeat !! & having other SCMM members, Ken & Sue Green & Dan Skorcz, sharing in the adventure was the icing on the cake,, plus, Lisa Therien flew in from Seattle & a pal, Emily S, drove over from Sacramento,,
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How are the roads there compared to Central and Northern California? Like Highway 229 or the ones around Santa Cruz? Looks like a great party – one of these years when I can finally retire, I would like to give it a go.
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Looks like a fantastic trip, and isn’t it a beautiful part of the country? We lived out in Knoxville for 4yrs. I spent many a weekend running ‘The Tail’ and Cherohala Skyway out there. The Devil’s Triangle just North of Oak Ridge is another incredible drive as well.
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, An adventure in Death Valley and Las Vegas 2 years, 5 months ago
“I don’t think we could’ve have packed anything more into this event,” says SCMM President Michael Garcia, referring to the Death Valley/Las Vegas Run that the MINI Maniacs held March 21-24. Forty-eight members […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Finding wild sculptures in Borrego Springs 2 years, 6 months ago
Last weekend, on a beautiful Saturday morning, 18 Minis – from SCMM and San Diego Minis- met up in Pala Mesa and motored out to the desert in search of wildflowers and the metal sculptures that abound around […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Johnson gets Compost Award 2 years, 6 months ago
SCMM’s Compost Award, given annually to one member “for outstanding support, dedication, and contribution to the success of a single club event” was presented to Eric “Shadow” Johnson, by SCMM President Michael […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, North meets South 2 years, 6 months ago
It started with an email from Simon Tildesley, president of NorCal MINIs, inviting SCMM to collaborate on a joint event along the Central Coast. After weeks of discussion and planning between Tildesley and […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, Click Here for full story 2 years, 7 months ago
(Jan. 25, 2019) A last-minute change in the event calendar turned January’s Fourth Saturday of the Month Breakfast into the Pancakes to Pistachios Run.
Organized by SCMM President Michael Garcia, the run was i […]
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Jimmy Olsen wrote a new post, SCMM celebrates 16th anniversary with party at Santa Anita Park 2 years, 7 months ago
SCMM members celebrated the club’s 16th anniversary on January 20, with a day of thoroughbred horse racing action. The gathering at Santa Anita Park, an annual tradition since the beginning days of the club, i […]
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