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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 06:41 PM
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sunroof wind deflector?

does any one have advice on a sunroof wind deflector for an 05 mini cooper s?
I am considering getting one and I have seen them range in price from 50 to 120 bucks.

I am not sure I want to spend much if the deflector isn't going to significantly cut down on wind noise when I open the sunroof. any advice or experiences worth sharing?
 
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 06:47 PM
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Aquasar has one.. you might want to pm him.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2008 | 08:10 AM
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I have one and I got the high dollar one that actually hooks into sunroof. It does not have glue and and even does great in the car wash. It also have a small piece that can be turned to get more air thru the top without the noise. I had a cheap couple but over 100 mph they tend to blow off or come loose on one side or the other and start flapping. The dealership has one for about 120 bucks and they install it for you. Thats the one I have. I love it and it really does cut down on the noise when driving.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2008 | 07:18 PM
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thanks!

thanks blue
so you got yours from the dealership in charlotte? is it like the one on outmotoring.com (same price, has a part that can divert air into the cabin)?
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 04:52 AM
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JC WHITNEY has a mini specific wind deflector for <$80 and free shipping. I'm considering getting one. I'll try anything to cut down on the wind noise that prevents me from enjoying the sunroof.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 08:33 PM
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thanks folks. I ended up buying the one that the mini place sells and it does help a good bit for city driving. highway driving, not so much. but, worth the investiment
 
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