Hi all. (not sure if this should be here or in the MODs forum).

I got my 2004 MCS with the stock, non Xenon headlights. For my purposes, these lights are generally bright enough. However, I might consider upgrading the bulbs at some point if there is a relatively inexpensive and simple way to do it.

So I would like to know what other people with the stock bulbs have done, and is it possible to upgrade without and major work (such a wiring.. I would rather just pop something in that replaces the current bulb).

Thanks!

 

I replaced low and high beams with Philips Blue Visions. They're not the "try to look like Xenon" cheap things you see in countless ricers, but a nice gain in brightness with just a hint of blue tint to it.

http://outmotoring.com/philips_blue_vision_bulbs.html

Very easy upgrade. Well, since the MINI's lights point straight up when you have the bonnet up, it's a little tricky...

 

Available from www.danielsternlighting.com:

H7 for late-model headlamps and auxiliary lamps:

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[QUOTE=XAlfa]Available from www.danielsternlighting.com:

H7 for late-model headlamps and auxiliary lamps:

• 55W Osram Super High Efficiency Plus 50: $17.50/ea
• 65W Osram Ultra High Output (2100 lumen, race and special-purpose use): $19.00/ea

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XAlfa has got it right. Get these instead.