2007 Cooper S Power Curve Graph
We’ve seen R56 specifications on both sides of the Atlantic but one thing we haven’t seen yet is the official Cooper S power graph. Until now. Check out the scan of the...
AutoChannel Reviews the US Spec R56
Starting what will be the first of many upcoming US spec R56 reviews. >The Bottom Line: Like its original BMC predecessor and the BMW reincarnation, this new Mini has phenomenal power for...
2007 Sport Suspension Details
There have been a lot of questions surrounding the optional 2007 Sport Suspension on MotoringFile in the last few months. Specifically what components are involved in the option . Is it simply...
MF Audio Review: The R56 Sport Button
Since our review of the 2007 MINI, there’s been a lot of discussion about the new Sport Button and how it exactly works. So we thought it might help to hear a...
MotoringFile 2007 MINI Q&A: The Answers
A big thanks to all the readers who took the time to send in questions. Beyond a few duplicates, we were able to answer almost all of them. Now, let’s get started…
MotoringFile R56 Review Videos & Outtakes
During the our day with the R56 last weekend, Dave and I managed to capture a few thoughts on the car as we were experiencing them for the first time. These are...
MINI USA Option Availability Dates
Hot off the presses. Here’s a full rundown from MINI USA that details when some key options will become available for the 2007 model year. So if you’re interested in things like...
Official MINI USA R56 Accessory Info
MINI USA has reorganized the accessory line with the introduction of the R56 and has released a dealer bulletin detailing the changes. Of course as educated MINI enthusiasts, we thought you might...
Official MINI Rear Parking Distance Retrofit
For this week’s MotoringFile DIY, we’ve got both the US and Euro version of the official rear parking distance system. This is the same accessory that is available as a factory option...
