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iamtron · iamtron

Hi all, We traded in our 2011 Countryman S and have the roof rack base support system still. Selling it for $125 which is a little more than half off . From the MINIUSA site, the part number is the same for all the Countryman years, so I think they will fit any Countryman. I have the rails, the torque wrench a...

MPo · MPo

http://www.shopminiusa.com/PRODUCT/379/R111-17-BLACK-STAR-BULLET

gvcmel · gvcmel

Anyone out there have a R56 camshaft tool available to borrow or rent? I'm going to need to change the timing chain shortly and dislike the idea of buying the tool for a one time job.

mbwicz · mbwicz

Does anyone need stock suspension parts? I'm going out near NYC in a couple of weeks, and know someone cleaning out his garage. According to him (I have no reason to doubt him), there is 2000 miles on them. Sport shocks, springs, and front/rear AR bars, came off of a 2009 JCW (black springs). I will b...

TheHossSauce · TheHossSauce

I have an Alta Accessport that is currently married to another vehicle I just want to get rid of it. It will need to be sent back to COBB to be reflashed and the cost for the reflash is $400. I am selling it to anyone local for $150. That way you can buy this, send it to COBB and get it back for less than $600. I wil...

Velvetmini · Velvetmini

set of 4 - 17" rims from my 2002 MINI Cooper S $450.00/BO -- Edited by Velvetmini on Tuesday 24th of September 2013 08:24:09 AM

Sassafrass · Sassafrass

Hi there, new Mini owner here and need some help. Recently purchased a 2007 Mini Cooper S (manual) out of state and even more recently the steering wheel lock malfunctioning warning signal has popped up in the message center. Called the dealership I purchased from and they have agreed to reimburse me...

mbwicz · mbwicz

I bought these a year ago, and decided not to use them. 4" wide stripes with a 3/8" pinstripe spaced out 1/4". $25 have fun, Mike

67Morris · 67Morris

Hi All, I am putting my rear control arms tomorrow and was wondering if someone can recommend a good place to get my mini alligned. I have IE fixed camber plates, so I was thinking max neg camber front (probably 2 deg), about 1 deg neg rear, and toe all around. If you have better specs let me know. Am trying...

mbwicz · mbwicz

I am running a Stratmosphere exhaust on my MCS. Its just a little too loud for my taste. This system has 2.75" pipe, and is built in sections with flanges. I sanded all of the flanges and installed new gaskets, there are no leaks. I installed a resonator to quiet it down some, but it didn't do wha...

mbwicz · mbwicz

Anyone have a factory JCW exhaust, midpipe and muffler section, for a R56 that they want to sell? Let me know what you have, I've got cash. Have fun, Mike

Mitch · Mitch

Any first gen people out here still? I just replaced my 2005 MC with a 2008 MCSc. Now that I have a super charger I would live to do a pulley reduction. Does anyone have experience doing this and/ or have the tools or reduction pulley laying around? -- Edited by Mitch on Wednesday 14th of August 2013 08:...

Mitch · Mitch

Does anyone have experience using this to make changes to your car's computer?

mbwicz · mbwicz

I have a set of NM RS Alpha springs for sale. I bought these used and never put them on my car. They are not perfect, but they are very good ( a couple of scratches, no rust). Asking $150. According to NM's website, these will drop the car 1.2" front and rear and are progressive rate. Have fun, Mike...

Spontin · Spontin

Taken off my Clubman when I changed over to non-runflat tires. 1.6 tread depth--i.e. lots of miles left. Call Simon at 670-9415 and leave your contact info.

pnf444 · pnf444

We experienced another warning light, this week. After getting a scan, it was a leak in the fueling system vacuum. I had checked to make sure the gas cap was tight, first thing. Although the cap was tight, the O-ring was degraded. My tech spotted it right away. A replacement from Towne is $23. We turned t...

mbwicz · mbwicz

I've got a 08 MCS with a stratmosphere exhaust. Fantastic sound above 3500 rpm, but it had some drone, so I installed an aftermarket 3" resonator. Drone is gone now, but it is a little loud for my wife. Ok, I'm not a teenager anymore, and its a bit loud for me also. I was wondering if anyone would...

Noble · Noble

hello all , anyone run straight pipe i have seen few youtube videos vut i was woundering what people have done on here , some people do from cat back some do total downpipe back , resanator , muffler . ,

67Morris · 67Morris

Hi, if someone in the area has experience installing coilovers on minis and a garage/space/tools, please let me know. Or if you guys can recommend a good shop, that would work too. I am in downtown Buffalo and drive an 09 jcw clubman. I recently lost all of my tools and garage in garage fire thus looking...

debscoopers · debscoopers

Upgraded to a 2013 Clubman S and have purchased the Club Link System for MITZI For Sale: I have the MINI FINI Sport Link base and the Bicycle wrack Will sell separately Sport Link $225 and the Bike rack $200 (used once) or $400 for both. Also have an older Sport Link with 2" receiver hitch. $150 Loc...

Organic Ithaca · Organic Ithaca

I have a 2006 that needs front and rear brakes plus a new brake sensor. My local garage quoted: $380 for the front, $380 for the back and the sensor will be $176. And there's tax. So the total will be $936 plus tax. Anyone have any feedback? Good price? No?

Noble · Noble

HELLO Mini Pals my 2008 MCS has just 40,000 miles on it and when up shifting in to 3rd and above 3000 rpms the slipping is most noticeable. cost to fix issue...? I have only had car for less then 3000 miles. what causes this? hard driving, racing, releasing clutch to slow to fast, hard down shifts, having...

ajschneeberg · ajschneeberg

TRADED THEM! I am giving my girlfriend my R53 and would like to return it to stock.I'd like to trade my coilovers and adjustable rear control arms for stock mini sport struts/springs and $250. I am willing to meet at your place and do the swap in your driveway if you'd like.The coilovers came from Way M...

jr_drmr · jr_drmr

Has anyone hat the carbon cleaned? Just had the engine scoped at towne. Its causing a misfire until the engine gets warm enough to muscle through the build up. However, Towne wants $380 to remove the carbon completly plus $175 for a fuel system cleaning. Has anyone had this work done elsewhere? What we...

Ghost41893 · Ghost41893

So the front right strut is completely shot on my 2002 Cooper, so I ordered a set of 4 struts for it just to change them all at once. when I go to put the new struts in, I notice that they don't look like my old struts, and read on the box that the struts are only good for Coopers built after March 2002 (mine was b...

Noble · Noble

Hello After the safety issues , Big brakes, racing seats and harness, Suspension upgrades, then inter-cooler, exhaust, cold air intake , Garrett turbo , has anyone installed Methanol Injection ? Just seeing what FUN engine modes people have in the area .....

the_copi · the_copi

Hi all! A friend of mine has a 2004 MCS R53 and his stock exhaust is rusting out from upstate winters. Does anyone know if anyone locally (update NY) has a used stock exhaust available to buy?

TheHossSauce · TheHossSauce

I have a 2009 MINI John Cooper Works. I used the stock pads the last few times when I was on the track with my stock rotors. I'm interested in getting some track pads and possibly some rotors to go with them. I have used Carbotech in the past and was really happy with them, they bit hard and wore really well....

Noble · Noble

I know understand why Minis come with run flats, this moring at 5:30 am , get a flat , no spare, no run flat. so i limp to my business...... start calling and looking for a 195 55 16 , not an easy tire to find in buffalo , brigstone protenzas , p760 s . find cheep tire to put on till i order one off tirerack , so im in...

cabel1961 · cabel1961

Hi everybody, New to the forum - bought my MINI 2005 convertible used over the summer and I LOVE IT! It is now in storage for the winter, enjoying a long nap. Anyways, when I bought it, it only came with one key. That's fine, I am the only one who drives it, but I am thinking ahead, in case of an emergency. Eve...

gvcmel · gvcmel

Clean and rust free. Hardly used. Amazing how flat the car corners with this installed. Comes with the bushings, lube and installation instructions. Located in Scottsville. $100 - PM me if interested

pnf444 · pnf444

I sprayed the hinges on our doors. Both hinges and the slide that enters the door. Now, they squeak worse then ever. I think it's coming more from the slide than the hinges. I've greasthemselves slide now but it didn't improve much. Any suggestions?

Rev · Rev

Brought the Mini in to The Little Speed Shop on Monday for a new clutch and a walnut blasting. Could not be more impressed. They have worked on my car before but not for anything major. They have been great to communicate with and are completing the repairs in very reasonable amount of time. All said and...

pnf444 · pnf444

I've broken the passenger side A Pillar Cover. I'm not sure how to remove it. It appears to just snap into place but I don't have one in hand. Do you have any clues or hint on how to change it out?

Ghost41893 · Ghost41893

Hey everyone- I've recently noticed my gas mileage has taken a 3-5 mpg drop since the weather started getting cold, and since this is my first winter in a MINI I wasn't sure if this was a common thing for all first Gen cars or what. Im getting between 27 and 25 now, and I would get 30 and above in the summer tim...

cereal · cereal

Well, its been some time and figured I'd post some pictures and give the story. I was making a u-turn downtown Rochester and was struck on the front right passenger corner fo the vehicle. The other driver has a fantasic story to tell, that having a suspended license and getting arrested for a DUI that...

Charva · Charva

Hi everyone. Been some time since I've been on the board. My 09 Clubbie needs new front brakes. Does anyone have a favorite place to have this done w/o breaking the bank? If I still had tools, I could do it myself but....I'm tool-less. Shoot me some idea if ya can, Dave

pnf444 · pnf444

2005, MINI Cooper. Automatic. The damn passenger seat sensor has failed again. We had it fixed under warranty 3 1/2 years ago. Now, the warning light is saying failure again. We're looking at a steep repair bill and no one seems to care. MINI USA won't help and Towne is doing what they do and charging wh...

Rev · Rev

As it states in the title I have a set of OEM MINI steelies. Price is $160 but feel free to make an offer. -- Edited by Rev on Friday 26th of October 2012 04:30:36 PM

pnf444 · pnf444

2005 MINI Cooper. We're looking for an exhaust system. Any suggestions? Dealer says: $850, a second est. of $650. Monro next.

cfilkins · cfilkins

Hi, everyone! Our shifting family situation has resulted in us saying goodbye to our second Mini (2010 Clubman S) and saying hello to something a bit...bigger (Honda Pilot). So we've got our snow tires that we bought and used for about a season and a half (probably only about 5,000 miles total). The...

Rev · Rev

5 Rotiform NUEs for sale 17x8 et30 $900 4 of 5 have have no physical defects but do have some scratches and chips in the clear coat. The final wheel is curbed in two places including one 3" section and one 1/2" section. (Would make a great full size spare) Photos taken today 11/5/12 [IMG]...

MightyMo · MightyMo

Yes you did read that. Show winning MiniMo is for sale. Maureen traded it in at KIA on West Ridge Rd. in Greece, NY today. It is a 2008 S with I think about 40,000 miles and has high performance tires with Blizaks for the winter. I don't know if she gave them the winter tires but if not she still has them if you c...

jr_drmr · jr_drmr

so with just over 50k, as I'm driving home from NYC, I notice a rhythmic, slight yet noticeable, vibration while coming up I390. When I stopped for fuel around Rochester, I noticed that "cold start knocking noise" I've read about. After about 10-15 seconds it went away and sounded/felt li...

katche13 · katche13

Relocating to Houston from Rochester, so I won't need my snow tires. The four rims were purchased from Tire Rack in 2008. Receipt description lists them as 16x7.5 Sport Edition A7 Silver Painted. Currently mounted on these rims are 195/55R16 Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D ROF RunFlat tires. These w...

iamtron · iamtron

I have a 2011 CountrymanS. I have a problem with the driver side sun visor in that it won't stay where I put it. In a few seconds it eventually twists down to the lowest point which is not ideal. The dealer already replaced it once. Has anyone else had this problem? If so, any thoughts on a fix to tighten it up...

Ghost41893 · Ghost41893

Hey Everyone! I was thinking about some new upgrades for the MINI, and thought it would be nice to toss a new muffler on her. Its a 2002 Regular Cooper, and Im looking for the cheapest muffler with the best sound. I would love to bolt on the full Borla exhaust, but I don't have 2 grand to drop on that right n...

sobeOne · sobeOne

I have a Peake R5/EMX scan tool for sale. This fault code reader is good for 2001-2006 Base and S Coopers. Here's a the link to the Peake site: http://www.peakeresearch.com/emx.htm Price: $75.00

Ghost41893 · Ghost41893

Just dropped in a nice little K&N 57 series filter! She sounds soooo nice now! its got that nice sucking noise right when you hit the throttle, a good deep noise in the lower RPMs, then an amazing raspy scream when you get above 4,000 RPMs! I would definitly reccommend this to anybody looking to mak...

Ghost41893 · Ghost41893

Hey Everyone, I have a 2002 R50 Cooper and have noticed a strange wobble when cornering to the right, when all the weight is on the left side of the vehicle. Also, when I go over a pot hole, the back left tire makes a rattleing springing noise, like the coil spring discharging compression, but when I too...

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	For Sale: Countryman roof rack base support system $125 (Preview) Hi all, We traded in our 2011 Countryman S and have the roof rack base support system still. Selling it for $125 which is a little more than half off . From the MINIUSA site, the part number is the same for all the Countryman years, so I think they will fit any Countryman. I have the rails, the torque wrench a...	iamtron	3	2040	Dec 28, 2013 by Brad Baker
	BRAND NEW 17 INC RIMS FOR SALE (Preview) http://www.shopminiusa.com/PRODUCT/379/R111-17-BLACK-STAR-BULLET	MPo	0	1573	Dec 9, 2013 by MPo
	Camshaft Tool (Preview) Anyone out there have a R56 camshaft tool available to borrow or rent? I'm going to need to change the timing chain shortly and dislike the idea of buying the tool for a one time job.	gvcmel	1	1461	Nov 25, 2013 by gvcmel
	Stock Sport Suspension - Shocks, Springs, Both Bars $300 (Preview) Does anyone need stock suspension parts? I'm going out near NYC in a couple of weeks, and know someone cleaning out his garage. According to him (I have no reason to doubt him), there is 2000 miles on them. Sport shocks, springs, and front/rear AR bars, came off of a 2009 JCW (black springs). I will b...	mbwicz	0	1263	Oct 3, 2013 by mbwicz
	Alta Acessport SOLD (Preview) I have an Alta Accessport that is currently married to another vehicle I just want to get rid of it. It will need to be sent back to COBB to be reflashed and the cost for the reflash is $400. I am selling it to anyone local for $150. That way you can buy this, send it to COBB and get it back for less than $600. I wil...	TheHossSauce	0	1238	Sep 26, 2013 by TheHossSauce
	17 inch rims for sale (Preview) set of 4 - 17" rims from my 2002 MINI Cooper S $450.00/BO -- Edited by Velvetmini on Tuesday 24th of September 2013 08:24:09 AM	Velvetmini	1	997	Sep 24, 2013 by mbwicz
	Steering Wheel Lock Malfunctioning (Preview) Hi there, new Mini owner here and need some help. Recently purchased a 2007 Mini Cooper S (manual) out of state and even more recently the steering wheel lock malfunctioning warning signal has popped up in the message center. Called the dealership I purchased from and they have agreed to reimburse me...	Sassafrass	2	1039	Sep 22, 2013 by Sassafrass
	Black bonnet stripes for sale - $25 (Preview) I bought these a year ago, and decided not to use them. 4" wide stripes with a 3/8" pinstripe spaced out 1/4". $25 have fun, Mike	mbwicz	0	898	Sep 7, 2013 by mbwicz
	Allignment specs and a place to get it done (Preview) Hi All, I am putting my rear control arms tomorrow and was wondering if someone can recommend a good place to get my mini alligned. I have IE fixed camber plates, so I was thinking max neg camber front (probably 2 deg), about 1 deg neg rear, and toe all around. If you have better specs let me know. Am trying...	67Morris	4	976	Aug 18, 2013 by SPDinNY
	FS - R56 Stratmosphere exhaust system (Preview) I am running a Stratmosphere exhaust on my MCS. Its just a little too loud for my taste. This system has 2.75" pipe, and is built in sections with flanges. I sanded all of the flanges and installed new gaskets, there are no leaks. I installed a resonator to quiet it down some, but it didn't do wha...	mbwicz	2	1192	Aug 17, 2013 by mbwicz
	Wanted: R56 Factory JCW exhaust (Preview) Anyone have a factory JCW exhaust, midpipe and muffler section, for a R56 that they want to sell? Let me know what you have, I've got cash. Have fun, Mike	mbwicz	0	852	Aug 16, 2013 by mbwicz
	Pulley (Preview) Any first gen people out here still? I just replaced my 2005 MC with a 2008 MCSc. Now that I have a super charger I would live to do a pulley reduction. Does anyone have experience doing this and/ or have the tools or reduction pulley laying around? -- Edited by Mitch on Wednesday 14th of August 2013 08:...	Mitch	3	819	Aug 15, 2013 by gvcmel
	Ncs expert (Preview) Does anyone have experience using this to make changes to your car's computer?	Mitch	0	786	Aug 9, 2013 by Mitch
	FS - NM Lowering springs for R56 $150 (Preview) I have a set of NM RS Alpha springs for sale. I bought these used and never put them on my car. They are not perfect, but they are very good ( a couple of scratches, no rust). Asking $150. According to NM's website, these will drop the car 1.2" front and rear and are progressive rate. Have fun, Mike...	mbwicz	0	874	Aug 4, 2013 by mbwicz
	Free: Two Run-Flat Tires from Clubman (Preview) Taken off my Clubman when I changed over to non-runflat tires. 1.6 tread depth--i.e. lots of miles left. Call Simon at 670-9415 and leave your contact info.	Spontin	0	833	Jul 29, 2013 by Spontin
	Service Engine Light (Preview) We experienced another warning light, this week. After getting a scan, it was a leak in the fueling system vacuum. I had checked to make sure the gas cap was tight, first thing. Although the cap was tight, the O-ring was degraded. My tech spotted it right away. A replacement from Towne is $23. We turned t...	pnf444	0	919	Jul 27, 2013 by pnf444
	Factory JCW Exhaust for sale/trade? (Preview) I've got a 08 MCS with a stratmosphere exhaust. Fantastic sound above 3500 rpm, but it had some drone, so I installed an aftermarket 3" resonator. Drone is gone now, but it is a little loud for my wife. Ok, I'm not a teenager anymore, and its a bit loud for me also. I was wondering if anyone would...	mbwicz	3	913	Jul 17, 2013 by jr_drmr
	straight pipe (Preview) hello all , anyone run straight pipe i have seen few youtube videos vut i was woundering what people have done on here , some people do from cat back some do total downpipe back , resanator , muffler . ,	Noble	2	765	Jul 16, 2013 by Ghost41893
	Need help installing coilovers (Preview) Hi, if someone in the area has experience installing coilovers on minis and a garage/space/tools, please let me know. Or if you guys can recommend a good shop, that would work too. I am in downtown Buffalo and drive an 09 jcw clubman. I recently lost all of my tools and garage in garage fire thus looking...	67Morris	16	1188	Jul 11, 2013 by 67Morris
	For Sale. Sport Link Base and Bike rack (Preview) Upgraded to a 2013 Clubman S and have purchased the Club Link System for MITZI For Sale: I have the MINI FINI Sport Link base and the Bicycle wrack Will sell separately Sport Link $225 and the Bike rack $200 (used once) or $400 for both. Also have an older Sport Link with 2" receiver hitch. $150 Loc...	debscoopers	0	905	Jul 4, 2013 by debscoopers
	Cost of Brake Repair? (Preview) I have a 2006 that needs front and rear brakes plus a new brake sensor. My local garage quoted: $380 for the front, $380 for the back and the sensor will be $176. And there's tax. So the total will be $936 plus tax. Anyone have any feedback? Good price? No?	Organic Ithaca	5	793	Jun 24, 2013 by SPDinNY
	CLUTCH sliping (Preview) HELLO Mini Pals my 2008 MCS has just 40,000 miles on it and when up shifting in to 3rd and above 3000 rpms the slipping is most noticeable. cost to fix issue...? I have only had car for less then 3000 miles. what causes this? hard driving, racing, releasing clutch to slow to fast, hard down shifts, having...	Noble	3	751	Jun 18, 2013 by jr_drmr
	TRADED THEM -- Used Megan Racing coilovers and rear control arms INSTALLED $250 + your stock sport struts (Preview) TRADED THEM! I am giving my girlfriend my R53 and would like to return it to stock.I'd like to trade my coilovers and adjustable rear control arms for stock mini sport struts/springs and $250. I am willing to meet at your place and do the swap in your driveway if you'd like.The coilovers came from Way M...	ajschneeberg	18	1518	Jun 3, 2013 by SPDinNY
	Engine Carbon Build up (Preview) Has anyone hat the carbon cleaned? Just had the engine scoped at towne. Its causing a misfire until the engine gets warm enough to muscle through the build up. However, Towne wants $380 to remove the carbon completly plus $175 for a fuel system cleaning. Has anyone had this work done elsewhere? What we...	jr_drmr	15	1382	May 31, 2013 by 67Morris
	2002 Struts HELP! (Preview) So the front right strut is completely shot on my 2002 Cooper, so I ordered a set of 4 struts for it just to change them all at once. when I go to put the new struts in, I notice that they don't look like my old struts, and read on the box that the struts are only good for Coopers built after March 2002 (mine was b...	Ghost41893	3	729	May 29, 2013 by Ghost41893
	Methanol Injection (Preview) Hello After the safety issues , Big brakes, racing seats and harness, Suspension upgrades, then inter-cooler, exhaust, cold air intake , Garrett turbo , has anyone installed Methanol Injection ? Just seeing what FUN engine modes people have in the area .....	Noble	2	683	May 18, 2013 by 67Morris
	2004 MCS R53 stock exhaust wanted to buy (Preview) Hi all! A friend of mine has a 2004 MCS R53 and his stock exhaust is rusting out from upstate winters. Does anyone know if anyone locally (update NY) has a used stock exhaust available to buy?	the_copi	3	1127	May 16, 2013 by jr_drmr
	Track Brakes (Preview) I have a 2009 MINI John Cooper Works. I used the stock pads the last few times when I was on the track with my stock rotors. I'm interested in getting some track pads and possibly some rotors to go with them. I have used Carbotech in the past and was really happy with them, they bit hard and wore really well....	TheHossSauce	0	602	May 8, 2013 by TheHossSauce
	Mini with out run-flats , = flat tire migrane ! but bettet tracktion haha (Preview) I know understand why Minis come with run flats, this moring at 5:30 am , get a flat , no spare, no run flat. so i limp to my business...... start calling and looking for a 195 55 16 , not an easy tire to find in buffalo , brigstone protenzas , p760 s . find cheep tire to put on till i order one off tirerack , so im in...	Noble	5	760	Apr 27, 2013 by SPDinNY
	duplicate keys (Preview) Hi everybody, New to the forum - bought my MINI 2005 convertible used over the summer and I LOVE IT! It is now in storage for the winter, enjoying a long nap. Anyways, when I bought it, it only came with one key. That's fine, I am the only one who drives it, but I am thinking ahead, in case of an emergency. Eve...	cabel1961	3	746	Apr 9, 2013 by cabel1961
	For Sale: Alta 22mm rear sway bar (Preview) Clean and rust free. Hardly used. Amazing how flat the car corners with this installed. Comes with the bushings, lube and installation instructions. Located in Scottsville. $100 - PM me if interested	gvcmel	3	875	Mar 28, 2013 by gvcmel
	Squeaky doors. (Preview) I sprayed the hinges on our doors. Both hinges and the slide that enters the door. Now, they squeak worse then ever. I think it's coming more from the slide than the hinges. I've greasthemselves slide now but it didn't improve much. Any suggestions?	pnf444	0	724	Mar 22, 2013 by pnf444
	New clutch and walnut blasting (Preview) Brought the Mini in to The Little Speed Shop on Monday for a new clutch and a walnut blasting. Could not be more impressed. They have worked on my car before but not for anything major. They have been great to communicate with and are completing the repairs in very reasonable amount of time. All said and...	Rev	9	960	Mar 21, 2013 by jr_drmr
	A Pillar Cover Replacement (Preview) I've broken the passenger side A Pillar Cover. I'm not sure how to remove it. It appears to just snap into place but I don't have one in hand. Do you have any clues or hint on how to change it out?	pnf444	2	699	Mar 2, 2013 by pnf444
	Gas Mileage drop (Preview) Hey everyone- I've recently noticed my gas mileage has taken a 3-5 mpg drop since the weather started getting cold, and since this is my first winter in a MINI I wasn't sure if this was a common thing for all first Gen cars or what. Im getting between 27 and 25 now, and I would get 30 and above in the summer tim...	Ghost41893	4	705	Feb 21, 2013 by Ghost41893
	Accident :( (Preview) Well, its been some time and figured I'd post some pictures and give the story. I was making a u-turn downtown Rochester and was struck on the front right passenger corner fo the vehicle. The other driver has a fantasic story to tell, that having a suspended license and getting arrested for a DUI that...	cereal	1	715	Feb 21, 2013 by Ghost41893
	Need brake job (Preview) Hi everyone. Been some time since I've been on the board. My 09 Clubbie needs new front brakes. Does anyone have a favorite place to have this done w/o breaking the bank? If I still had tools, I could do it myself but....I'm tool-less. Shoot me some idea if ya can, Dave	Charva	10	1504	Jan 26, 2013 by SPDinNY
	Airbag Sensor Failure, again! (Preview) 2005, MINI Cooper. Automatic. The damn passenger seat sensor has failed again. We had it fixed under warranty 3 1/2 years ago. Now, the warning light is saying failure again. We're looking at a steep repair bill and no one seems to care. MINI USA won't help and Towne is doing what they do and charging wh...	pnf444	2	729	Jan 9, 2013 by pnf444
	FS: OEM MINI Steel Wheels 16x5.5 (Good Winter Wheels) $160 (Preview) As it states in the title I have a set of OEM MINI steelies. Price is $160 but feel free to make an offer. -- Edited by Rev on Friday 26th of October 2012 04:30:36 PM	Rev	6	1628	Dec 12, 2012 by Rev
	We need a new exhaust (Preview) 2005 MINI Cooper. We're looking for an exhaust system. Any suggestions? Dealer says: $850, a second est. of $650. Monro next.	pnf444	5	637	Dec 11, 2012 by Ghost41893
	For Sale: 195/55R16 Blizzaks mounted on 16x7.5 Silver Sport Edition Rims (Preview) Hi, everyone! Our shifting family situation has resulted in us saying goodbye to our second Mini (2010 Clubman S) and saying hello to something a bit...bigger (Honda Pilot). So we've got our snow tires that we bought and used for about a season and a half (probably only about 5,000 miles total). The...	cfilkins	8	835	Nov 26, 2012 by SPDinNY
	For Sale: Rotiform NUE 17x8 (Preview) 5 Rotiform NUEs for sale 17x8 et30 $900 4 of 5 have have no physical defects but do have some scratches and chips in the clear coat. The final wheel is curbed in two places including one 3" section and one 1/2" section. (Would make a great full size spare) Photos taken today 11/5/12 [IMG]...	Rev	1	1597	Nov 8, 2012 by drewstermalloy
	FOR SALE! Award winning MiniMo (Preview) Yes you did read that. Show winning MiniMo is for sale. Maureen traded it in at KIA on West Ridge Rd. in Greece, NY today. It is a 2008 S with I think about 40,000 miles and has high performance tires with Blizaks for the winter. I don't know if she gave them the winter tires but if not she still has them if you c...	MightyMo	0	617	Nov 3, 2012 by MightyMo
	Chain Failure.... (Preview) so with just over 50k, as I'm driving home from NYC, I notice a rhythmic, slight yet noticeable, vibration while coming up I390. When I stopped for fuel around Rochester, I noticed that "cold start knocking noise" I've read about. After about 10-15 seconds it went away and sounded/felt li...	jr_drmr	5	806	Nov 1, 2012 by pnf444
	For sale: 4 SNOW TIRES w/RIMS snow tires rims Dunlop for sale (Preview) Relocating to Houston from Rochester, so I won't need my snow tires. The four rims were purchased from Tire Rack in 2008. Receipt description lists them as 16x7.5 Sport Edition A7 Silver Painted. Currently mounted on these rims are 195/55R16 Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D ROF RunFlat tires. These w...	katche13	5	1571	Oct 22, 2012 by katche13
	Sun Visor doesn't stay in one place (Preview) I have a 2011 CountrymanS. I have a problem with the driver side sun visor in that it won't stay where I put it. In a few seconds it eventually twists down to the lowest point which is not ideal. The dealer already replaced it once. Has anyone else had this problem? If so, any thoughts on a fix to tighten it up...	iamtron	1	656	Oct 16, 2012 by yellowmininy
	Mufflers! (Preview) Hey Everyone! I was thinking about some new upgrades for the MINI, and thought it would be nice to toss a new muffler on her. Its a 2002 Regular Cooper, and Im looking for the cheapest muffler with the best sound. I would love to bolt on the full Borla exhaust, but I don't have 2 grand to drop on that right n...	Ghost41893	0	575	Oct 10, 2012 by Ghost41893
	FOR SALE: Peake R5/EMX Scan Reset Tool (Preview) I have a Peake R5/EMX scan tool for sale. This fault code reader is good for 2001-2006 Base and S Coopers. Here's a the link to the Peake site: http://www.peakeresearch.com/emx.htm Price: $75.00	sobeOne	0	819	Oct 8, 2012 by sobeOne
	K&N 57 series! K&N cold air intake filter (Preview) Just dropped in a nice little K&N 57 series filter! She sounds soooo nice now! its got that nice sucking noise right when you hit the throttle, a good deep noise in the lower RPMs, then an amazing raspy scream when you get above 4,000 RPMs! I would definitly reccommend this to anybody looking to mak...	Ghost41893	1	702	Sep 21, 2012 by Ghost41893
	Strut problem? R50 mini cooper suspension strut shock spring (Preview) Hey Everyone, I have a 2002 R50 Cooper and have noticed a strange wobble when cornering to the right, when all the weight is on the left side of the vehicle. Also, when I go over a pot hole, the back left tire makes a rattleing springing noise, like the coil spring discharging compression, but when I too...	Ghost41893	2	1476	Aug 21, 2012 by Ghost41893
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