Hey, dumb thing to ask, BUT... Is it OK to install bonnet stripes on a leased MINI???

thanks.
Nick

 

also how about underbody lighting?


thanks

 

My dealer said it was okay to tint the windows, so bonnet stripes should be fine, but check with them to be sure. I had bonnet stripes on my black MINI for one year, then took them off and they left a faint shadow where the sun didn't shine. It's been 7 months since removal and I can't tell at all now.

 

Just a guess, but if you install anything that the dealer thinks "devalues" the car, you'll probably be hit for charges to remove it. Anything that is not a MINI item, or dealer option is probably subject to the dealer's opinion. If it doesn't decrease the value in the eyes of the dealer, they will probably take the car back, but I doubt they'll compensate you for it. Something like bonnet stripes, since they are a dealer option, would probably not hurt you. Underbody lights, I'd guess would hurt you on the return. Expessially if it in any way has put holes in the car, of voided any warrenties.

 

how will it hurt me?? will i have to pay for it on return? if i return :smile:

 

The stripes are okay, the lights will probably have to come off later.

 

>>The stripes are okay, the lights will probably have to come off later.

ya i know. But what about the holes from the lights?

 

what holes?

 

>>what holes?

for bolting on the stripes!!! HAHAHAHA j/k

no. for the underbody neon.

 

Stripes are easily removable, which shouldn't be a problem at all. As for the light, unless they're stick on, you might have to patch the holes.

 

it's never ok to install underbody lighting

 

>>it's never ok to install underbody lighting


why that?