Hi, First post here. Recently purchased an 04 Chili Red MCS with 136000 miles on it. It needed some TLC, control arm bushings,steering shaft,inner & outer tie rod ends and of course powersteering pump,a dented drivers door and a dented hood with broken scoop. But for $600 it was a steal! Powerflex bushings ,mini steering shaft ,liemford tie rods,new scoop & a- pillar trim installed. Also a very pleasant surprise Otto's Mini replaced the pump and fan n/c under warranty. It is a blast to drive.

 

Congrats and welcome. If you haven't already. Consider replacing the Crank Harmonic Damper. The stock one sucks and sure to fail. Mine just gave out and Im going with a ATI Super Damper. It seems to be the unit of choice by most members.

 

Welcome aboard, and wave.

 

Congrats and welcome. If you want to meet some MINI owner and take a little road trip as well, stop by Helix in Philly on Saturday while we do a tuning event with RMW. There'll be plenty of cool MINIs and tire kicking to boot.

 

$600 bucks - Dammit! Frickin' awesome price! I'm over in Frederick County. I don't want to buy one I have to immediately dump money into either though, so I'm good. Still waiting for my stars to line up.

 

Welcome to NAM! Congratulations on your purchase and looks like you're very DIY savvy. If you ever need anything while you work on your MINI be sure to check out our tech articles here or ask any questions you may have! This forum is a great resource.

 

Welcome new Maryland Mini Motorer!

Montgomery County, here (originally from St. Mary's, though).