Just a heads up. NAPA auto parts now has a line of import parts under the Altrom line code. Many of the parts are actual OEM for European models.
We also have the Lubro-Moly chemical line that has the fluids our MINI's need. Being that I work at a NAPA, I'm really excited that we have the stuff available. Most every town has a NAPA. If anyone has a question, feel free to contact me.

Thanks,Bill

 

 

How about CVT fluid?

 

I'm afraid that isn't available yet . Mine is a CVT also, and I've been working on the rep to come up with something.

 

excellent!!

 

don't have a MINI dealer near me....yet. How about OEM oil filter?

 

NAPA rocks IMO. We had a great NAPA store in West Wareham MA, they were excellent and would stock parts for odd makes and models as well if asked. They closed their doors about 5 years ago, so I started going to the next closest NAPA store to where I live.....

That would be the NAPA store in New Bedford, MA on Achushnet Ave. Unfortunately for me they must drink a gallon of "Dumb @ss" every morning for breakfast.....So I'll never patronize that store again.

 

+1

 

OEM oil filter?? That would be awesome. Also, could you get all of NAPA to stock Amsoil?

 

We offer the Mann and Mahle oil filters through the Altrom brand, and Wix .
10.49, 10.99 and 7.49 respectively.

The Mannn or Mahle should be OEM.

 

AutoZone too

Son was recently home from school for the weekend with the 02 (b4 we sold it) and I decided to change the oil. I usually jack up the front & pull a wheel to get under it rather then use ramps cuz it gives an opportunity to look around and LO I discover NO FRONT BRAKE PADS ... well, minimal anyway {02 does not have wear sensors}. SOOOOO I grab the keys and head out to drive an hour to the nearest dealer....but since I pass an AutoZone on the way to I-95 I decide "what's the harm to stop?"

AZ had 3 types of pads on the shelf . . .

There was a time when you told them it was a MINI and they looked back at you

Not now ..... but do NOT confuse the issue with a classic part question

 

I've been using nothing but the NAPA Gold (Wix) filter on my car.
184,000 miles with glowing oil analysis reports.

Jim

 

MANN+MAHLE are just as good, Heck, change the label, it is the oem from what I know.
Does the width and breath of the parts catalog include starters, alternators, waterpumps, gaskets, and thermostats? Are they generaly a depot level part requireing 1 day to get?

 

Normally, most stuff is available on a same-day basis or overnight. Our distribution center has quite a bit in stock. We get deliveries twice a day.

I believe most Napa store have that arrangement.