Ask MF: Which Suspension for the R56?
This question comes from Dave: >I’m ordering my R56 MCS this week and have the car completely finalized except for one thing: which suspension should I get?. I’ll be driving the car...
Ask MF: Does the R56 Have a Real Key?
Here’s our first Ask MF regarding the new R56 (from reader JB): >I’ve got an R56 on order and have had one pesky question that my MA hasn’t been able to answer....
Ask MotoringFile: 2007 MINI Q&A
Have questions about the new 2007 MINI? We may be able to help. With the new model set to start sales in the US on the 17th of February, we’ve found that...
Ask MF: Will the JCW be Offered w/an Auto?
Here’s the question from MotoringFile reader Olin: >I hear the 07 Cooper S with the JCW upgrade may be offered in an automatic. Any word on this? One thing to clear up...
Ask MF: Why is the MINI’s Suspension Harsh?
This edition’s question comes from Chris. While it seems like a rather simple one, I think the answer may be a bit surprising for some MINI owners. >I’ve got a 2005 Cooper...
How the Delphi Bankruptcy Impacts MINI
MotoringFile reader Peter Hames asked the question: >How married to Delphi is Mini? I know that Delphi supplies the current generation of front and rear struts for the cars. If Delphi closes...
Ask MotoringFile: Which Snow Tires?
This week’s Ask MotoringFile question comes from Jim: I’ve got the standard 17″ sport package wheel/ performance tire combo on my Cooper S and live in an area that sees snow on...
Ask MotoringFile: How to Spec a MINI
This edition of Ask MotoringFile is focused on how to best spec a MINI. Here’s the question as sent in by Paul: >Since you are up to date on all the varieties...
Ask MotoringFile: iPod Nano Mounting
Ask MotoringFile is back after a brief hiatus, this time with an ever popular iPod related question: I was wondering if there were any new/improved iPod mounting ideas for the MINI to...
The MINI Bike Rack Question
Here’s a great question we get every year when the weather starts to turn a bit warmer (from Greg): As it is now into the very first few days of Spring, I...