Hello everyone,
I just bought a 2007 cooper type s. with 58,000 miles on it. Now what? what should i look at for maintenance? whats the best way to take care of it? Just looking for some guidance. i have read a lot about the carbon build up and engine clicking. There is some clicking and i was going to take it to patrick mini in schaumburg to look it over but just looking for any help on now that i have one what should be my first steps into making sure its well taking care of? does that make any sense? haha thanks guys.

 

I would start by changing the oil and trans fluid - assuming it's a manual.

 

Start modding.. Lol

Check all fluids..
Drive the **** out of it..

 

+1. Also, if you have any service records from the previous owner, start making a maintenance log of what has been/what needs to be replaced/repaired - there should be a .pdf file of the required maintenance schedule for your MINI on here (search is your friend).

 

 

Oh.... kill the chrome... just saying... it's in my nature... and Li'l Red the Dread Pirate's.

 

bring it and U to my house and I'll tell you ALL about it . . .

been teaching MINI 101 since 2002 . . . .

 

Just took a look at the site statistics where it says there are near 126,000 members. Going by the 10% rule and figureing 10% of that portion are paying attention, you should get in the neighborhood of 1,260 opinions on what you need to do. So far you're off to a good start!

Be obsessive about maintenance, rotate the tires often, keep it show room detailed and drive it like you stole it.

 

Thanks everyone. I already love this car.. and don't worry I'm not a chrome guy so ill be working on that haha

 

Start changing the oil every 5k miles.

We also have been doing spark plugs at 60k as we've found many worn, and gas mileage to slightly improve after changing with the higher mileages.
Also check the engine air filter if it's dirty replace it.
Same with the cabin filter.
Check the drive belt for cracks, 60k it's usually due.

 

Thanks alot!! I will get moving on this

 

Add an Oil Catch can, I have one and clean it out every 1000 miles.

 

Fire that bad boy up, stomp on the gas peddle, and head for some twisty-curvies.

 

Go to google maps. Set the view on terrain. Find the mountains. Plan a road trip there. Oh...and change your oil.

 

Change brake and coolant fluids also.

 

...and rotate the tires abt. every 5K too.
Better than google maps is this:
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/index.html
Find some good ones near you and go motoring.