Katrina Cars Still Around
Buyer beware. From ABC news, a story about a MINI that was damaged during Katrina, ended up in Kansas City then sold to an unsuspecting buyer in South America. >Sight unseen, Vargas...
R50 Designer Frank Stephenson Joins McLaren
Frank Stephenson, lead design of the R50 MINI, has joined the McLaren as its Design Director. That’s according to the Cardesignews.com. Here’s an excerpt from the site: >”McLaren is pleased to confirm...
iPhone your MINI: The Shure Music Phone Adaptor Reviewed
This one sent in by MF regular Nathaniel Salzman. It’s a great way to get iPhone integration in your MINI without breaking the bank! MINI iPhone integration: The Shure Music Phone Adaptor...
Stephenson Leaves the Fiat Group
Frank Stephenson, exterior designer of the first generation “new” MINI has stepped down from his post as design director at Alfa. While at the Fiat Group, Mr. Stephenson oversaw design on everything...
Pioneer Builds a MINI ‘Camino
You would think that MINI + El Camino would equally Subaru Brat, but I don’t think so. This is the 2nd time I’ve seen a MINI modded this way. And I like...
Car Resale Values Explained
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...
Official R50/R53 Magnetic Badge Holder PDF
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,...
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...
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...