I purchased a 2002 Cooper a little over a year ago. Last month the transmission went out. After a 3K replacement with a used transmission, I have discovered I need to replace the oxygen sensor. I have researched to discover there are several type available. Some termed as universal that run 20 to 40 dollars, and specific replacements that run around 180 dollars. I hate to be cheap after dropping 3 grand on a transmission, but I figure I am qualified to replace an oxygen sensor. Does anyone have any advice?
RogerRamjet

 

Classic in OH will sell the OEM one for around $170 with the NAM 20%. The way this car is with the sensors and computers - I wonder how it would handle an aftermarket version..........

How'd you figure you need one? Did you throw a code? I've got one sitting on the shelf I bought for the recommend change out at 100k, just haven't gotten around to it yet, but I've only put an extra 22k on it since then

Good luck

 

Don't go with a "universal" one. With the electronics in the MINI, it's worth it to shell out the $180.