MINI USA 2008 Coupe Press Kit
This is the second in a series of official releases by MINI USA that details the US spec 2008 line-up. While there may not be any new info in these releases for...
MF Comparison: Modded R53 vs JCW R56
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...
MINI USA 2008 Convertible Press Kit
This is the first in a series of official releases by MINI USA that details the US spec 2008 line-up. While there may not be any new info in these releases for...
MINI Named Most Value Packed Car
In a list that includes the Lexus LS460, Acura TSX, Lincoln MKX and the Lexus IS, MINI Cooper is in pretty good company on Forbes Most Value Packed Car list. Not only...
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...
Factory JCW Kit Debut Timeline
In between US Clubman and 1 Series debuts at the LA Autoshow, we managed to get some further inside info on the new factory JCW MINI. We know the car will make...
Ask MF: R53 JCW Spark Plug Bulletin
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...
Official PDF: Window Sun Guard
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...
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...
MINI Tops in CO2 Performance
The website Clean Green Cars has published complete tables of sales-weighted CO2 performance for all manufacturers, models and segments in the UK up to September 2007. While we already know the MINI...