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gilders
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    It doesn’t help when manufacturers won’t let you add a specific option, but it comes as a “pack”.

    For example, I’d would always spec a car with Adaptive cruise control.

    If I try to add this 1 item on a Mini the cost is £4,100 because it also adds –

    Automatic Air conditioning, Comfort Access, Extended storage, Front arm rest, front heated seats, Driving Assistant pack, Concierge Service, Head-up-display, Mini Navigation system, Real Time Traffic Information, Visual Boost Radio, Comfort Pack, Driving Assistance Pack and Navigation Plus Pack (inc. Enhanced Bluetooth with wireless charging, Enhanced Bluetooth with USB Audio).

    1 option not only comes as a “pack”, but also requires almost every other “pack” to be selected. This is such a waste of semi conductors.

    Although Mini is an extreme case with multiple “packs” being required for 1 item, almost all manufacturers require a “pack” of options when you may only want 1.