New member
Hey guys, Thought I'd introduce myself. I'm Dan and I've just bought a new Mini Coupé :) It's the Cooper SD model with a few options like the Sport pack, media pack, heated seats, rain sensor etc etc...
View ArticleBike rack identification
A friend recently purchased an 05 R53 that has what appears to be bike rack attach points in the bumper. They are round, not painted, protrude out about an inch and are spaced about three feet apart....
View ArticleNew stereo
Folks - can anyone recommend a good stereo to fit into an R50? Preferably with a front aux and USB to charge an iPhone and listen to music stored on it?:smile:
View ArticleNew stereo
Folks - can anyone recommend a good stereo to fit into an R50? Preferably with a front aux and USB to charge an iPhone and listen to music stored on it?:smile:
View ArticleNew Cabrio owner question
Ive had my first Mini for about a month now and am slowly finding my way around it (loving it). Its a cabrio/convertible Cooper S and I'd like to know how people find it with the roof fully down at...
View ArticleAn Englishman in Frankfurt
Actually, I used to be Welsh, but I'm all right now! ;) Thanks to the admin I have finally got my MINI2 forum account setup and should be able to post now. So here's a quick test to say hello. Hello!...
View ArticleRoof Interior Light only half works
Hello All Got a little problem that I hope you can help. The interior light in my Mini One (the one in the roof) only half works. The drives side 'reading light' works fine. The passengers side...
View ArticleMini One 2012 - Mesh Grille
Hi guys, Firstly, apologies if this has already been posted or if I am in the wrong section - I am new to this forum. I currently own a black 2012 Mini One. I absolutely love the car, however, I much...
View ArticleHow do you drive your MINI?
Well this is how I drive mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8do-AnCDjY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwdbCIRRm2o All cars are R50 MINI Coopers with adjustable suspension and moderate engine bolt...
View ArticleHeadlight Adjusters
I have a 2006 R50 Cooper Checkmate, and have just noticed that when you turn the parking lights on with the engine off, the headlight adjusters make some noise for a few seconds while moving the...
View ArticleMini Cooper d. Belt. Or chain
Can anyone tell me as my Mini Cooper d r56 a belt or chain when should it be replaced. I men cam belt thanks
View ArticleEmbarrassing fuse question
Ok, apologies in advance :) My 3.5" aux plugin cable has sparked my front cigar lighter fuse. Anyone know which one it is? :o I found a digagram for the MK1 fuse box searching on here and it's clearly...
View ArticleCam tapper noise at 4krpm
Hello all. Driving my r53 MCS and loving it. recently I noticed a tappety noise at 4k rpm under heavy acceleration. If I build up the rpm Upto and beyond 4k engine is fine, it only happens when...
View ArticleWrong wheels on car
Bought a 2010 March Cooper Graphite from a main dealer. Always thought the alloys (15" spooler) looked too small on the car. Spoke to another dealer from the same network over the weekend who confirmed...
View ArticleWhere to service my R56 in Sydney
Hi everyone, I have recently became an owner of the R56, the car has been serviced up to date, but looking at the previous service invoices, the price of the service at BMW is very expensive. Just...
View ArticleCountryman belt line blackout sizes.
My Dad's friend has just bought a Countryman Cooper D and wants to black out the belt line, I said I'd find out the sizing as I'm already on MINI forums, so could anyone give me the sizes he needs for...
View ArticleProud owner of a JCW
I've just purchased a 4yr old JCW, and absolutely love it. Now need some time to get to know it a bit more!! :) I'm sure I'll be asking a few questions on here soon......
View ArticleNew JCW Owner with a few questions....
Hi, as of yesterday I am now the proud owner of a R56 Cooper Works (2008 UK), and love it! Unfortunately it came without an owners manual (not sure if there is a specific JCW owners manual or just...
View ArticleInterior Chrome Kit
I have a late 2010 Cooper D with the interior chrome option fitted. What bits should be chrome? I saw a MINI One yesterday and where mine are black, this one had chrome rings. Is this something which...
View ArticleHow many interior trim clips should I buy?
Since I will be mounting new front speakers and also an amp behind the left side panel in my trunk, I will have to take apart most of the interior: door panels, sills, interior wheel arch trim, side...
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