If you don't want to buy a different vehicle/model like the Countryman, how can you raise a Mini One (2011, 98 hp) and make it more capable off-road for short distances on field and forest roads? (Ground clearance, suspension, tires if necessary; what is even feasible or sensible?) What technical aspects need to be taken…
Hello! Can someone explain to me why used Minis are so expensive? Even if they've already covered over 50,000km, they cost in the five-figure range, while others are significantly cheaper. Can someone explain to me why this is? Apparently, MINIs aren't even that good, which is why I don't quite understand the price. Thanks!
Hello, I just bought a used Mini Cooper S R56. I'm wondering how I could improve the sound a bit. I came across this trick with the John Cooper Works rear mufflers. I think they're great and relatively inexpensive, too. But my question is, is there a registration or approval process for this, or do…
Hello, I have a problem with my 2013 Mini Cabriolet: the radio no longer works after replacing the battery. I read that you have to re-register the battery. I did this using a friend's OBD adapter, but it still doesn't work. The display is on and shows the time, but the mode button and the…
Hello, my passenger side exterior door handle on my Mini Cooper D R56 (2007) is empty… Would like to get a sticker and then sell it My mechanic said the cheapest/best option would be to buy a door from a salvage car (since he wouldn't know exactly what's broken without taking it apart), or from…
Good day everyone, While checking and topping up my engine oil, I opened my hood and noticed that a cable on the right rear side was broken. It should be visible in the pictures. My car is a BMW Mini One. Built in the early 2000s, it drives normally despite this damage. Does anyone know…
Hello everyone I want to buy my first car, but unfortunately I'm not sure if it's a good purchase. I've been wanting to buy a mini for a long time and came across this offer: https://www.autoscout24.ch/de/d/mini-clubman-kombi-2017-occasion?vehid=8502512&accountid=60483&backurl=%2Fau tos%2Fmini–clubman%3Fcond%3D272%252C49%252C50%26trans%3D21%252C209%252C189%252C188%252C187%252C190%26drive%3 D24%26hpfrom%3D231%26make%3D54%26model%3D1877%26sort%3Dprice_asc%26vehtyp%3D10&cond=272%2C49%2C50&trans=21%2 C209%2C189%2C188%2C187%2C190&drive=24&hpfrom=231&make=54&model=1877&sort=price_asc&vehtyp=10&actionprice=true The car comes with the Chili and wired package. The car also has over 50,000 km…
Hello, I have a 2012 MINI Cooper. I noticed that my automatic start-stop system is no longer working. So, when I'm stopped at traffic lights, etc., the engine doesn't turn off. This is despite warm temperatures and without using the air conditioning. At the workshop, they told me I needed a new starter battery because…
Hello, Yesterday, the air scoop on the hood of my Mini John Cooper Works R53 flew off because someone passing by had attached it with double-sided tape. 🤦🏻♂️. Unfortunately, I couldn't find it anymore. It's raining right now. I wanted to ask if the rain could cause damage to the engine compartment through the small…
Hi, my car's transmission was repaired about three months ago. Today, gears 1, 2, and 3 wouldn't work, so I could only drive home in fourth gear. Reverse wouldn't work either. We're not sure what's causing this. What could be wrong? Was a mistake made during the repair? Do I have a right to a…
Hello, I drive a 2004 Mini Cooper. I have had the car for 14 days. On Good Friday I drove to a friend's stage to see if everything was okay. It was noticed that the expansion tank was completely empty. He then poured water into it and let the engine warm up. He then performed…
Hey guys, I'm thinking about chip tuning my Mini Cooper (120ps). As those of you in the know probably know, it's a 1.4l naturally aspirated engine. Lots of people say it's not worth it with an engine like that. I've already done the standard things like lowering it (about 3cm), but that's too boring for…