2005 Cooper S Squealing Noise Independent of Engine Speed
I have a 2005 Cooper S with 94k miles on the clock. Very recently, I noticed a random squeaking/squealing noise from the engine compartment after 10-15 minutes of driving. The pitch/speed of the noise...
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New Mini Owner
Hi all, just introducing myself and my new Mini. Im a 60 yr old Engineering Instructor going through a midlife crisis (according to my daughter). Just bought a Mini One D 62 plate with just over 5500...
View ArticleHarmon Kardon
Hi all, I have a mcs 2005 with a hk sound system. My front right speaker is not working, does anybody know what this could be? And if it's blown, where can I get a genuine replacement? Thanks
View Article"Interior World in Carbon Black" - what does it mean?
I'm still not clear what this means "Interior World in Carbon Black". The thread http://www.mini2.com/forum/second-ge...r-options.html was posted in 2006 Is the advice given there still good? Even so,...
View Article2004 Mini Cooper - Gearbox/Clutch replacement
Apologise for creating a new post on an old well documented subject - but the existing posts are all over the place and a couple of years old. Bought a 2004 Mini Cooper for a song, as a bit of a...
View ArticleFuel Pump 2011 Cooper
Hi Just a quick question. .......when at idle on a petrol cooper 2011 can anyone else hear a constant whoosh noise from the rear behind the passenger seat. Its quiet and only at idle. I think it is the...
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Hello
We bought our first Mini Cooper 2005 last week, Astro Black, 17" web spoke alloys, auto CTV gearbox, sat nav, electric panoramic glass roof, darkened glass, parking distance control, ASC+T, automatic...
View ArticleSat Nav Update
Hi just bought a Mini Cooper Auto 2005 with sat nav. The sat nav hasn't been updated, does it make a big difference updating? If so which is the best update to buy, how much and where from? Plus any...
View ArticleHow do you change the bulb in auxiliary driving lights
Wanted to change the bulb to better performance bulb. How do you open the spot lamps ? Anyone done this. It's the R56 Sent from AutoGuide.com App
View ArticleOil Service Info request
Can anyone confirm what size socket I require for both the sump plug and oil filter housing, also how much oil is required. Its for a 07 PSA engined Dooper. Thanks.
View ArticleWaiting before I can get my hands on one.
Hi all. Just wanted to say that I will be doing a fun triathlon in Stratford on Avon this Sunday. The idea is to swim 200 metres, cycle 25km then run 2.5km. Yes I did enter the event late on a Saturday...
View Articlebrake lights on by themselves and wont start
Hi, so this has me confused. Used my 54 mcs yesterday and all was good in the world. Then my neighbor knocks on my door and tells me my brake lights are on. Out I go to check and sure enough they are....
View ArticleTurbo Oil feed Line replacement
Recently bought a MCS R56 and the turbo oil feed is leeking Does anyone know of an aftermarket replacement kit in the UK. Found some in the states from Detroit Tuning, cant post link tho, i'm not grown...
View ArticleLED Running Lights
I have seen an advert from mini saying they will convert your Mini's running lights to LED. Has anyone had them fitted from Mini and if yes can you post some pics please? Are they worth it?
View ArticleStruggling to start
Hey All, I've had my Mini Cooper S now for 1 year, I love it! So exciting to drive.... Its a 2010 Model (Fairly New) with chilli pack, media pack etc! Last week, i got in my Mini, inserted the key -...
View ArticleR52 Tyre Recommendation
Hi, I've read the recommendations for tyres but the threads seem a bit old. What's the recommendation for a good all rounder for our R52 as it's used in all weathers and I want something with good wear...
View ArticleWhich diagnostic tool for R56 cooper?
Hi, I've got an R56 cooper 2006, had since (almost) new. It was one of the original demonstrator cars for the R56. I want to buy a diagnostic thing to plug into the ECU and I was wondering if anyone...
View ArticleFactory sat nav upgrade
Hi guys I want to update the DVD maps sat nav on my 55 plate JCW plus I want to update the software on the sat nav. I'm going to my dealer for this I just want to know how long will I take for the...
View ArticleJCW handbrake handle with logo
Hi guys I'm looking for a JCW in alcantara handbrake handle with the JCW logo on top. I have a 55 plate any ideas please thanks
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New Blog Post - Beaulieu Motor Show: National MINI Cooper Day
Hey I am back New post on the Beaulieu Motor Show: National MINI Cooper Day This is a year for celebration for Mini all around with 100 years of car making at plant Oxford and 50 years of the mighty...
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