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SHE SAID HE SAID
CUSTOMERS PLUS THEIR MINIS EQUALS TRUE LOVE
If there’s one thing for certain, MINI owners adore their cars! Case in point, two Club Braman members: Erin O'Dea, a 33‐year old local tat- too artist and rst‐time MINI owner, and Javier Ulibarri, a 39‐year old full‐time Realtor for the Ulibarri Team at Keller Williams Realty in Wel- lington, and long‐time MINI owner. Here, the two enthusiasts chat with Braman on how their love a airs with MINI began, and why they’re car/owner relationships are sure to stand the test of time.
Erin O'Dea Javier Ulibarri
Q: What is it that rst brought you into the Braman Dealership?
I have a good client and friend who works at the dealership. Also, I Convenience was a major factor. Braman was the only place in drive by the Braman dealership often on Okeechobee Blvd. Palm Beach County where you could purchase a brand new MINI
without having to drive to Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. Not to mention that I was told that Braman’s service was amazing by a colleague and boy, she was right! Their great selection of cars can’t be beat.
Q: What has your experience been with the MINI dealership?
I just purchased my rst MINI a few months ago. I had never bought a car from them before, but Tom, Melissa, and Annabelle were so awesome through the process. They made sure I got the car I wanted, walked me through all the features, and even deliv- ered my car to me at work! When I got in my car for the rst time there was an awesome little gift (the note on it read "Congrats on your new car!"), a neat co ee mug, and a bulldog key-chain. My pet bulldog is the love of my life, and I didn't even know a bulldog is their mascot... it was meant to be and what a wonderful surprise it was! As far as buying a car goes, Braman's sales sta and man- agement really exceed expectations and make you feel at home.
My experience with the dealership has been very pleasant and professional. I have been with Braman for 10+ years. I have pur- chased 2 cars from Braman: A 2007, 2‐door MINI Cooper 6 speed Manual Sport that I drove for 10 years, then I went back to Braman and purchased a 2017 MINI Cooper which I plan on driving anoth- er 10 years! Braman o ers the nicest cars in South Florida, their service is amazing, and they have a great sta of salesman with such positive attitudes.
Q: Which MINI are you currently driving, and how does it compare to other cars you’ve owned?
I have a 2017 MINI Clubman S. It's my favorite car I've ever had! I had driven a friend's Countryman before, but the new design and interior dash of my Clubman is amazing. I have previously had a VW Rabbit and an Acura RSX. The handling and responsiveness are very similar to my VW, but the MINI is more stylish and with way more extras. The Acura doesn't even compare to my MINI, it blows the RSX away in every category.
I am currently driving the 2017 MINI Cooper Automatic with Man- ual Sport in metallic white. My previous MINI was a 2007 2‐door hatchback with sport boost push button in a dark champagne color. I drove it for ten years, so it’s hard to even remember beyond that.
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