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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 05:56 PM
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New Member From New Jersey!

Just wanted to say Hi to all the other members.

Just got a (new to me) 2008 Mini Cooper S hatchback and I am eager to learn more
about it thru all the friends I hope to make on this forum :-)

~Joe
 
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 06:22 PM
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Welcome to NAM. Any pictures?????????

You have the N14 engine so be sure to change the oil every 5,000 miles and then remember to change the oil every 5,000 miles.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 06:33 PM
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Welcome to the forum. Keep a spare quart of oil in the boot at all times and make sure you check the oil at least once a week.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 07:18 PM
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hello neighbor...welcome aboard!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2018 | 01:49 AM
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Welcome to the forum
 
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Old Feb 17, 2018 | 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Whine not Walnuts
Welcome to NAM. Any pictures?????????

You have the N14 engine so be sure to change the oil every 5,000 miles and then remember to change the oil every 5,000 miles.
Thanks for the welcome and suggestions - here are some pics! (apologize if the size is too big)



 
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Old Feb 17, 2018 | 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by JD Coop08
Just wanted to say Hi to all the other members.

Just got a (new to me) 2008 Mini Cooper S hatchback and I am eager to learn more
about it thru all the friends I hope to make on this forum :-)

~Joe
Welcome. Looks like it's gonna be a fun car.
 
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Old Feb 19, 2018 | 06:13 AM
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Welcome. Whats your plan with the car ? I'm still on hunt for new project mini
 
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Old Feb 19, 2018 | 08:25 AM
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Welcome!

What part of NJ?
 
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Old Feb 19, 2018 | 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by smi2710
Welcome. Whats your plan with the car ? I'm still on hunt for new project mini
Just a fun driving 2nd car. My other vehicle is a 2016 Jeep Renegade.
 
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Old Feb 19, 2018 | 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by StephenM
Welcome!

What part of NJ?
NNJ, near Wayne.
 
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Old Feb 23, 2018 | 08:05 AM
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Welcome.

Great looking car, even in the wet.

Motor On!
 
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Old Feb 23, 2018 | 08:55 AM
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Hi and welcome to NAM, Joe!
Congrats on your purchase. Your Mini looks great!
 
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