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it sounds like a great deal, and that’s why I was asking if anyone had any experience with them because it’s almost too good of a deal compared to other prices.
I have yet to buy an actual MINI-branded part simply because the cost is prohibitive (think BMW prices). I've replaced engine seals, o-rings, brakes/rotors, air, oil and fuel filters, end links, thermostat & housing, coil, front hubs/bearings, shocks, etc. and never gone near a MINI dealer. To date, I've yet to experience a reliability issue. www.partsgeek.com is a good, inexpensive parts source. You need to be aware of the warranties offered but I don't think, unless you're a purist, that you need factory parts to keep it on the road and running correctly.
I have yet to buy an actual MINI-branded part simply because the cost is prohibitive (think BMW prices). I've replaced engine seals, o-rings, brakes/rotors, air, oil and fuel filters, end links, thermostat & housing, coil, front hubs/bearings, shocks, etc. and never gone near a MINI dealer. To date, I've yet to experience a reliability issue. www.partsgeek.com is a good, inexpensive parts source. You need to be aware of the warranties offered but I don't think, unless you're a purist, that you need factory parts to keep it on the road and running correctly.
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