that's what I want to do and im curious if it sounds good. decat is fine too
Just got my first tune done by Adrian Nastase and it’s awesome. Car feels definitely faster has a lot more throttle response and feels like a different car for such a cheap price you have to do it. 200 bucks is such a good price for his work. Definitely grateful he’s around
Looking to upgrade my r53 brakes to a bigger brake kit, the JCW r56 looks like a good option, but only if they aren’t gonna severely limit wheel choices and I don’t want to use spacers. I also can get some r53 JCW rotors and calipers for 300$ at the moment. I mainly want to know if they will fit under my 17” s lites. Any info would be appreciated
Looking to replace my front seats with something aftermarket . Any recommendations??
2004 Mini S
As the title says I came across a 2005 Cooper S hardtop with the JCW package installed. Seller has the certificate of authenticity which was originally supplied by the dealer when the car was purchased.
There are a few things I know the car needs just from looking at it:
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brakes
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SC oil change
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coolant
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driveshafts(s) one has a thump in it from a failing CV joint
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rear tail lights (cloudy)
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power steering reservoir (leaking at the seam)
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paint correction
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a complete interior and exterior detail
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OBD port debug (car wont communicate, has a corroded pin on the connector)
Seller is asking $3500, just got a new windshield his son sliced a golf ball into it, interior is a little smelly the seller removed a rodents nest from the headliner. 140k miles on the clock.
Is there anything else I should be aware of with these cars? I drove it around the neighborhood and I was instantly hooked, the car drives amazing. It has lowering springs and Koni adjustable suspension, but is otherwise completely stock. $3500 doesn't seem too terrible given the condition of the car and the relative rarity.
My plan is to rip the interior out, pressure wash all the carpet and do a full deep clean to remove any rodent droppings and catch any damage they may have caused.
what do you guys think?
Thanks!
I recently replaced my window regulator. Now that window makes a whistling sound when I drive. Are there any adjustments I can make to reduce the noise?
Recently, I have been having trouble shifting into 3rd gear, although rare, it seems like I have to slam it up, like its getting stuck on something, for it to go into gear. Any others have a relatable experience?
Hi all!
I am writing to ask where do you buy aftermarket stuff for R53, like intake, coilovers, carbon fibre stuff, or even half cage, exterior stuff in Europe? Maybe you can provide any links?
I know all main sites as killallchrome, orranjeperformance, minimania, etc. But they are all from UK, also lot of good sites from US, but despite that their prices are ok it’s a nightmare to get them in the EU, because prices can increase twice due to additional VAT plus customs charges, etc. So maybe you know some shops around here who sell in Europe or even UK shops who ship from Europe without additional customs procedures, prefferably in Germany, Poland, Italy, France?
Thank you in advance!
Is doing the clutch as bad as they say, as someone who’s mechanically inclined should I be expecting a 10+ hr job. Have a garage but no engine/ car lift. Any recommendations or warnings are appreciated
Hi guys!
I’ve got an 05’ R52 Cooper S, it’s done 128,000 miles. The chain is a bit rattly once the engine is hot, so I replaced the chain tensioner. Sounded smooth AF on cold but once the engine reached temperature it rattled like an absolute bitch. I put the old tensioner in and it was absolutely fine and just sort of rattles when hot. Does anyone have a suggestion? I still daily drive it too..
I’ve heard these Chrysler W11 engines have decent timing chain systems, but just worried with my consistent driving. I don’t boot it at all because of the rattle but it goes above 1500rpm.
