Cooper d turbo problems
Hello all I hope someone might be able to shed some light on a problem I have. Every now and then my cooper d clubman gets stuck at 3000revs or won't go above 50mph. Lasts for about 30 seconds then...
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Back from Germany then off to EVO Triangle Run
Hey Everyone Just wanted to let everyone know I am back in the UK after my trip to Germany Courtesy of Continental tyres The Blog will be back next week Here are some cheeky pics before hand Next write...
View ArticleSignal light
For some reason my signal light stayed on all last night. It wasn't flashing or anything. And it didn't kill the battery. Why do you think the signal lights would be on, both front and back right side....
View Article25+ repairs on a brand new Mini
Hi there guys, I would like to share with you my experience of owning a brand new Mini. This may help those people who have faced similar issues or a considering a Mini. In august 2012 I drove my Brand...
View ArticleDoes a Spacesaver Fit?
Anyone know if a Spacesaver wheel&tyre will fit in the underfloor space on a Countryman with the flat floor cover in place? Thanks!
View ArticleProblem with mini dealer
Hey, just had my power steering pump replaced and while it was in the garage I had an advisory from a recent diagnostic / vehicle check informing me that my caliber had ceased and would cost £30 to...
View ArticleReplacing full exhaust system
Hey, it's come to the point where I'm having to replace my exhaust for my Mini Cooper S r53. Would love some advice on what types, how much and whether I can fit myself or should go to a garage? I'm...
View ArticleIt is Hot@@
My 07 air conditioning works great around town but when then stops cooling when on the freeway. Compressor is only 6 months old. Any ideas????
View ArticleCooper S or JCW?
Now I have sold my 130i and have the new to me '54 X3 3.0i as my 'only' car (which is surprisingly nippy), I am thinking about a fun 'runaround'. My wife has her beloved Cooper (30k miles since she...
View ArticleR57 LCI retrofit navigation, has visual boost
Hi all, The first owner of my MINI ticked all spec boxes apart from HK sound system and Navigation. So I have a big screen and full BT, but I want navigation. Can't believe someone wanted to safe the...
View ArticleCountryman Auto
Anyone know why the automatic gearbox used in the countryman is so utter crap? It kills any chance of fuel economy and wants to rev the engine all the time with changes sometime two gears in the wrong...
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MINI Paceman vs Range Rover Evoque - Video
Quote: Comparing the two most unique vehicles on the market by Mike Schlee Full disclosure; these two vehicles are not really competitors. For starters, the Land Rover Evoque Coupe begins at a price...
View ArticleParts for drive belt and flywheel damper change
Hi I am looking at changing the pulley damper and drive belt of my JCW MCS August 2004. I have air con fitted if that makes a difference to the belt. Parts Crankshaft Pulley Damper Drive Belt to suit...
View ArticleHorn Sounds on its own.
Yet another problem with one of my two daughters Mini`s,this time the 03 Cooper. The horn hasn`t worked since the last mot,i was led to believe it was a steering wheel problem,now the horn decides to...
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Grill badge
Well I thought I'd give it ago adding my own S badge to the front grill. What are people's thoughts? Attached Thumbnails
View ArticleRear Brake Disc corroded on inboard side
Hi. I'm new to the forum and notice many articles on changing rear discs and pads which I'm now reasonably familiar with. After owning our 2002 1.6 mini one for 8 months I notice the rear brakes are...
View ArticleAirbag light reset tool
Sorry if I'm covering old ground but i recently bought a Cooper 'S' on a 52 plate. The airbag warning light keeps coming on despite it being reset twice. I'm convinced its the rubbish connectors under...
View ArticleHelp! A few things...
Hi guys, Bought a used Cooper 'S' 2002 (52 plate) a few weeks ago and just started getting into the little issues it has so need a helping hand if you could be so kind. There are a few different...
View ArticleStage 2 Cooling fan run on, is this normal?
Hi Guys and Gals, My 57 R56 was in with BMW for a week after a suspected HPFP failure didn't fix the cold start problems. It coincided with the stage 2 cooling fan coming on in traffic (where it hadn't...
View ArticleConvertible boot lid
Just been randomly killing time on the internet and read this review of the mini convertible. Mini Convertible Review | Autocar Now am I missing something here, but the review says: "The Mini...
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