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Hi everyone, I have a r53 which has been fantastic so far... Great handling and fast, has given me many nice moments and a constant back pain :biggrin: This forum has been a great help for all sorts of...
View ArticleExpansion tank split oil leak related?
Hi my wife's mini had a warning light come on a few days ago, she stopped immediately and had the AA out, they pressure tested the expansion tank and it was hissing/p1ssing water from the central...
View ArticleThe latest Paul Smith MINI
Hey all, does anyone know what the latest Paul Smith MINI was? I've only come across the classic ones, haven't seen a new shape one before
View ArticleTime for some r53 tyres.. At last!
Time to put the Avons to sleep. Full slicks now, they served me well. Over 25k - some of which in extreme heat and dirt :nice: Back in the constant battle for improving the mcs ride, I m looking for a...
View ArticleR56 sunroof sticking issue (possible repair)
Hi all, I've had my R56 Cooper S for just over two years, I love having the sunroof and use it all year round, however in the last few weeks I've noticed that when I try and open the sunroof it opens...
View ArticleNo Power Steering
Got in the car this evening and the steering was really really heavy. I am guessing it was the pump as there was no pump noise at all. Managed to get home. Got back in the car after half an hour and...
View ArticleFootman James South & west Mini Show
Hello all. Just wanted to let you know about this show and autojumble on 9/10 Feb, at the Bath & West Showground down here in sunny Somerset. Get £3 off if you enter code MC13 booking tickets...
View ArticleR56 N12 2845 DME Vanos Exhaust Actuator Movement
DME Vanos Exhaust Actuator Movement 2845 DME Vanos Exhaust Actuator Movement 2C9C DME DME Master Relay Does this give anoyone know what will be wrong when you get these codes?
View ArticleDont you just hate winter!
Hay guys just thought ide get your thoughts on the dreaded Gritters that i had the unfortunate experience to meet with this morning at 5:30 am on the motorway on the way to work... Now i have a pebble...
View ArticleJust about to get a mini but have a problem.....
Hi guys, Just looking at buying a 07plate Mini copper S. I have a little question. I went to the garage last night and started the car and there was a little whirling sound for about a second or two...
View ArticleHow "regular" is the carbon build up?
I have a 2009 MCS with 80k miles. I use Shell V Power premium gas only and have been using Techron in every tank (I know that's overkill, but I've been having symptoms and was hoping to avoid any large...
View ArticleClubman spare.
I am changing my Mini Clubman diesel from run flats to standard tyres. The dealer lent me a set and the difference is huge. Question, under the floor there is a polystyrene insert containing the jack,...
View ArticleOil Change
Hey everybody, I have a dilemma. I have a 2003 Mini Cooper. So I went yesterday for its oil change. Right mileage and everthing! I go back an hour later and the owner/mechanic told me he couldn't get...
View ArticleHello Friends
I am John Nicole.I am new member for this forum.I am so exited to join this forum and improve our knowledge. Thanks
View ArticleHi..I'm Becks
Hiya, My names Becks. I'm 25 and i live in Shropshire. I love cars! I have a pepper white Mini Cooper S which i am in love with.. I'm really struggling with this site and i don't know how to get to my...
View ArticleWheel bearing
Getting a grinding noise while driving, I assume its my front left bearing as I hit a kerb shortly before Christmas, I bought a replacement but I seem to be having an issue getting the old one off....
View Article2014 MINI Previewed: The Design
"The Cladding is coming off and the next generation MINI is taking shape. As these exclusive spy-shots (via MF reader Øyvind Repvik) show, the three door F56 hatch will will feature a very similar...
View ArticleRun Flats
I've been searching online all day. There is controversy over this. My tires are now runflats. But they are 2x the price of regular all-seasons. Some people say you can do that, others say they have to...
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Hi there, I'm Steve and I am a Mini virgin. I've just picked up a 03 MCS in black with chequers and a few toys. Full leather, heated seats, sat nav, HK sounds, AIK and S/S exhaust mods on there...
View ArticleYIKES..I know nothing!!
I have a 2003 mini cooper. It looks like I need new tires and when I got my oil changed they suggested new tires. My question is do I need Run Flats or can I just get regular tires? I know regular...
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