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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 06:38 AM
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hi everyone, my girlfriend just bought an 05 mini a few months ago , nice car ,fun to drive and they look great. I have a question about the gas, they say to use premium gas and i was just wondering if regular gas would hurt the engine ?
 
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 06:52 AM
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Welcome to the Cooper Madness !
Yes use 93 if you have a Coooper S it helps big time !

Congrats on your Cooper got to show pics of your new ride . El Tiger t-shirt crew !
 
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 06:59 AM
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never use anything but premium in your car! better gas mileage, performance. won't void any warranty's....
 
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 07:08 AM
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thanks guys i think we will stick with the premium
 
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 11:21 AM
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Yep, it's worth it.

Post a picture if you get a chance.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 09:58 PM
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Welcome to the forum wesclaypool

Congrats on your 2005 MINI

I agree with everyone else, use premium gas.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2010 | 04:20 PM
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i'll have to see if i can find some pics and post em up or i'll have to wait till spring and wax it so it looks good for the shots.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2010 | 06:58 PM
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Welcome, Yes only premium all the way.
 
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Old Jan 5, 2011 | 11:01 PM
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Welcome to the forum wesclaypool.
 
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