R53 Self Adjust headlight grinding and not lifting
When switching on my lights the off side headlight does not always lift when self adjusting. When it doesn't lift it usually makes a grinding noise. I assume the drive cogs that lift it are worn so...
View ArticleTyre replacement
Away to get new Tyres and I'm not really wanting to buy run flats, heard a lot of people saying they just use normal Tyres (I done this on my last mini and ride comfort was much better) was just...
View ArticleBrochure Archive
We're thinking of trading upmour Mini One D for a convertible model, most likely second hand. I'd like to confirmation of the specs when new of 2007/8 model convertibles including special editions such...
View ArticleLoose wheel
Just jacked my car up and one of my front wheels are loose, all the nuts are on tight but I can shake it a little bit and the wheel and disc shakes, any ideas?
View ArticleIndicator bulbs on 2007 MCS.
Hi everyone. A quick question for you. I am looking ro get rid of the Orange indicator bulbs , front , rear and side, on my 2007 56 plate Cooper S. Does anyone know off the top of their heads what...
View ArticleBoot opener button rubber replacement?
Hello everyone, I am the proud new to me owner of a 2008 FJCW Mini, and love it, in the short time I have owned it. A question about the boot button, on the rear of the car. It still works, but the...
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Hello from the Antipodes
Hello everyone, I am a new to me owner of a 2008 FJCW Mini. It is my speed fix, as my other car is a Land Rover Defender! Hence the log in name. I purchased it and live North of Cairns in Queensland...
View Articler56 rear interior rattle?? where from??
Hi I have a 2007 r56 and literally overnight it has developed a rattle. It happens when going over the slightest bumps or rough road and seems to come from the rear passenger side somewhere (I thought...
View ArticleNew Daytime Running Lights OEM
Hey! I've put in an order for a DRL retrofit kit from a company in the UK that sells genuine mini parts, since my mini is still new and under warranty I wouldn't dare attempt to wire it myself. Does...
View ArticleHelp Needed 2002 Cooper S Exhaust Replacement
Hi, I was wondering if anyone could help me. I have a Cooper S 2002 Reg with original BMW stock exhaust. I have noticed that one of the back boxes now has a slit in it and is now blowing. I have called...
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R53 air filter question
Guys, Need your help. My R53 has poor MPG. Works out costing me around £1.90 per MILE!!!! Bought it in May and have been getting round to the small fix's it needs but the fuel economy is worrying......
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Roof wrap / ariel
Just wasted £ 50 on vinyl roof wrap read all posts on removing the ariel so decided to leave it on and work round but was not happy with the finish so pulled it off left for a week then had a go at...
View ArticleNow this is strange!
Ok, So I've just fitted A JCW steering wheel to my 2004 Cooper. However, the dash airbag light is now on! Now i'm not sure why, as I disconnected the battery before starting! Any ideas please guy's.
View Article2013 Lake Tahoe Drive - 9/14
September 14th - 11th Annual Lake Tahoe Drive It is that time of year again for our Lake Tahoe drive. Our Lake Tahoe drive is one of the best drives we offer during the year, as it is the most "couple"...
View ArticleR50 cooper Trico wiper motor
Hi Guys n girls,my wifes Mini Cooper's rear wiper has sadly failed due to water ingress into it :o) i see the Trico unit is now unavailable unless 2nd hand but to be honest i bet theyre all on there...
View ArticleGarage policies
I just wondered if anyone has had the experience I have of a garage. I have had my car into the dealer 3 times for warranty work (dash rattle) and out of 2 of those times they have used a fair amount...
View ArticleNoisy gearbox help
2005 mini one seven developed noisy gearbox in the last week or so,help!!!
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How German cars beat British motors - and kept going
The UK car industry was once one of Germany's biggest competitors; now it has become one of its biggest assets, argues author Dominic Sandbrook. How did Germany accelerate away? Full Article Here: BBC...
View ArticleR53 MCS Saddle Fuel tank issue
I was driving along the M4 the other day when all of a sudden my MCS started to lose power, as if it had run out of fuel (just under a 1/4 of a tank left). I managed to get to a slip road where the...
View ArticleRough idea of maintenance work (UK)
Hi there, I don't suppose anybody knows of a non-dealer mini specialist in the midlands, specifically near Burton on Trent? I'm looking to purchase an 03 Cooper S, but it's MOT history suggests it's...
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