I purchased a 11 Mini cooperating S with 68k yesterday. I have been looking into minis for many months now. I was alittle scared due to all the problems they seems to have. I personally was researching the older models 2003-2006, but ended up getting a 2011 due to a good price and this particular one didn't have sunroof/moonroof. Got it yesterday I like the car and all but already having problems lol, but from what I can tell it seems to be the HPFP (p0087-p306F). Will be going back to the dealer tomorrow and have them check it out. Found the engine alittle funny since I have never seen this type of engine before. Picture below. Besides that it a great little car. Primary use would be mostly DD. Hoping to learn more from people experiences on here. I found this site from a YouTube channel I watch (ModMini). Currently researching the maintenance things that the car needs or should have been changed and I will be changing everything, so I can get it all done in one shot. Kind of a DIYer here. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Here is a list I already made.

Antenna (broken)

Rear/front wiper (rear needs replacing front has cheap once)

Cigarette liter need to find fuse Front and rear (not working)

Oil Change
How much oil and what type?

Engine air Filter Change

Tranmission Fluid MT
How much fuel and what type?

Power Steering Fluid
How much and what type?

Brake Fluid
How much and what type?

Coolant
How much and what type?

Spark Plug
What kind heat range?

O2 Sensor (want to replace for fuel economy)
Which ones part number?

Air Filter
Brake pads
Street not track pads
Brake rotors
PVC valve
Fuel filter
Battery (this will be later)

Anthony else I misses let me know.

 

Welcome, Good that you plan to do the maint as we see many overlook it. Let us know if we can help you out with any parts.

 

Welcome to NAM! Looks like you're in the right mindset to extend the longevity of your Mini. Keep us in mind if upgrading the lighting eventually falls on your list.

 

Welcome, beautiful R56! Sounds like the car will be in better hands than its last owner.

 

Welcome to NAM and congratulations! If you need help with your DIY projects be sure to check out our DIY tech articles here. We will be adding much more to the list within the next month so if you don't see something on there now, be sure to keep checking back. If you need any parts for your project be sure to check our catalog here. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.