Have you ever wondered how Kelly Blue Book and Edmunds determines the resale value of a car? >According to Jesse Toprak, senior analyst for Edmunds, in Santa Monica, Calif., there are four...
After posting the R56 instructions yesterday, it occurred to us that we had never officially offered the first generation MINI’s grille badge instructions on the site. So if you have an R50,...
We’ve done several R53/R56 comparisons over the past year but one thing we’ve never done is tested two (almost) identically equipped MINIs back to back. Along with that, we’ve never had the...
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...
Todd talked about this during Woofcast #186 and we have been getting more than a few emails asking about it. For those of you R53 owners with the JCW kit, you may...
Friday DIY is back this week with official instructions for an accessory most probably don’t know exists. So you’ve got an R50/R53 MINI and the need for less sun. Maybe it’s a...
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...
Motoringfile Reader Clayton writes in with a great question concerning the Aisin automatic transmission. >I have a 2006 MCSA and I am considering adding some serious power to it, but I am...
Consider this buying guide a living document and what you see here to be version 1.0. While we’ve worked hard to create the basic information, you the reader will be essential in...
A little talk about some issues we had during the week as Gabe drove back into Chicago. He wasn’t under attack, it was the air show in town. If you are an...
