R52 Convertible (2004 – 2007)

R52: 2005 – 2008 Convertible

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Official MINI Front Parking Distance Retrofit

We’ve got a fairly rare MINI accessory for this week’s MotoringFile DIY Friday. Most of us know about the optional (standard on the Convertible) rear Parking Distance system. However very few out...