R50/53 BMW engines? or not?

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Nov 6, 2003 | 10:59 PM

naira_ca

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hi,
I've heard different things about the engines on MC's. Who builds the engines for the MINIs?
I've heard BMW, daimler Chrysler, ...
which one?

does anybosy know?

Nov 7, 2003 | 12:47 AM

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The engine in the MINI is produced in a joint-venture facility between BMW and DaimlerChrysler. The 'Pentagon' design TRITEC 1600cc I4 engine is also used in non-US Dodge Neons and Chrysler PT Cruisers. The engine is controlled by a Siemens ECU. The transaxle in the Cooper is manufactured by BMW and the 6spd transaxle in the Cooper S is manufactured by Getrag.

Nov 7, 2003 | 07:06 AM

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Here is a site for the manufacturer :
http://www.tritecmotors.com.br/english/tritec/whois.htm
... that should explain it all ...

The gearbox in the Cooper, btw, is from Midlands in the UK