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1st Gen | R52 Convertible

R52: 2005 – 2008 Convertible

1st Gen | R52 Convertible MINI DIY R50 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper) R53 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper S)

MINI’s Official License Plate PDC Retrofit

Let’s say you missed the boat on ordering park distance control or bought your MINI used without it and suddenly realize it’s a must have. While it can be retro-fitted, it’s not...

Nov 16, 07Nov 21, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible Ask MotoringFile MINI DIY R50 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper) R53 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper S) R56 Two-Door Hardtop

Ask MF: R56 All Clear Turn Signals

Great question with an easy answer. I’m using bulbs you can actually buy from your local BMW dealer. They’re made for BMWs but fit in your MINI perfectly (any model). The BMW...

Nov 5, 07Nov 6, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible MINI Safety

Auto123 Drives the Sidewalk

I’m sure we won’t see many more reviews of the Convertible before the refresh. And, after reading this one, that refresh couldn’t happen soon enough. >Dropping the top on this car is...

Oct 14, 07Oct 14, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible

2008 MINI Convertible Order Sheet

Last month we gave you details on the MINI USA’s pricing on the 2008 MINI Convertible. This month we have the official online ordering guide to help those who are looking at...

Sep 13, 07Oct 9, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible

MINI USA’s 2008 Convertible Pricing

MF Exclusive: MINI USA is staying the course and will not being raising MINI Convertible prices for 2008. Here’s the full pricing run-down for the R52 in its last year of production:...

Aug 13, 07Aug 13, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible R50 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper) R53 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper S)

BMW Sells Stake in Tritec Plant (Updated)

In a move that has been expected for over five years, BMW has officially sold its stake in Tritec Motors to DaimlerChrysler. With enough Tritec engines in storage to last through the...

Jul 12, 07Jul 13, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible MINI In the Press

CNN Names MINI a “Great First Car”

CNN Money has a great article listing 10 of the best new cars for first time buyers.

May 29, 07May 29, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible MINI DIY R50 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper) R53 Two-Door Hardtop (Cooper S) R56 Two-Door Hardtop

Official JCW Brake Kit DIY

DIY Friday is back this week with the official retrofit PDF for the R50, R53 and R56 JCW Brake kit. It’s a fantastic upgrade that we can’t recommend enough for any R50/R53...

May 4, 07May 4, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible R56 Two-Door Hardtop

R56 US Spec PDF Manuals Available

MINI USA has finally released it’s official manuals in PDF form for the 2007 models – including the all new R56. [ 2007 MINI Hardtops ] Official MINI PDF (2.4mb) [ 2007...

Mar 22, 07Mar 22, 07
1st Gen | R52 Convertible Official News R56 Two-Door Hardtop

MINI Cooper D, One & Sidewalk UK Debut

MINI UK Press Release: The eagerly awaited unveiling of the new MINI One and MINI Cooper D takes place this week in Geneva. Both cars offer a dynamic drive and excellent fuel...

Mar 7, 07Mar 7, 07
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