https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...em-wheels.html

Here you go. Note these are also 17", and you currently would have those 16" rims on the car so you would need a new set of tires too

 

Perfect, thank you! Looks like he is in TX, so that may work.. Since I've have to drive down there to pick the car up.

Good looking out

 

if that clutch is original be ready for $$$ , no such thing as a $300 clutch on a MINI. And
being a long time EX smoker I would pass if it was smoked in, yuck.

I'd have a hard time paying that much for no warranty. I paid $16,900 for 2011 with 26K , CPO with 6yr/100K warranty.

Good luck.

 

Definitely a good point to think about re the clutch. Always a risk with high mileage cars if it hasn't been replaced. CPOs sound by far like the most practical option especially for trouble prone cars like the 07-10 R56s. The higher upfront cost saves lots of hassle and money later on.

I think the smokers package just comes standard on all US cars. I have it on mine in the options list, but I think it just refers to the cigarette lighter to be honest

 

Good point on the clutch, is 73k really that high?

 

For a MINI, yes. I hear some have had them replaced at 25-35K , and MINI
liked to fight paying for it claiming abuse. I think the problem lies in there
lack of engineering .

 

So what you're saying is check to see when the clutch was replaced?

 

Is there any pros or cons to having the dual pan glass sunroof?

 

Why would you want to remove it? Not to mention, what would you replace it with?

 

Wouldn't be removing it. That other car didn't work out. I found another MINI and it has a dual pan sunroof.

 

Ah, that makes sense; I should have known. Dope slap here..

I have the dual pan sunroof, my wife wanted it. If I had it to do over again, I wouldn't bother. For one, when open, the wind noise is thru the roof (pun intended). And, here in sunny AZ, really heats up the car. I had the darkest window tint I could get put on it.

 

I wonder how it is with chassis flex opposed to a regular hard top?

 

Or do you think there is any difference?

 

I would be surprised if there is a difference, but I don't have anything to compare it with. There are a couple of threads on NAM talking about the glass shattering (do a search). Though the consensus is that it's a rare occurrence.

 

So I believe on Friday I'm going to Dallas TX to pick up a Mini.

Here is the VIN specs:

Model description: COOPER S
Market: USA
Type: MF73
E-Code: R56
Chassis: Coupé
Steering: links
Doors: 3
Engine: N14 - 1,60l (128kW)
Drive: Frontantrieb
Transmission: manuell
Body Color: Pure Silver Metallic (900)
Upholstery: Leatherette/e1 Carbon Black (K8E1)
Production date: 25.07.2007
Assembled in: Oxford



Code Serienausstattung Standard Equipment
S441A
Raucherpaket Smoker package
S450A
Höhenverstellung Beifahrersitz Height adjustment, passenger seat
S481A
Sportsitz Sports seat
S493A
Ablagenpaket Storage compartment package
S4AUA
Erweiterte Dekorumfänge
S563A
Lichtpaket Light package
S645A
BMW US Radio BMW US Radio
S693A
Vorbereitung BMW Satellitenradio Preparation BMW satellite radio
S6FCA
Radio MINI Boost CD
S736A
2.Schlüssel für Funkfernbedienung
S845A
Akustische Gurtwarnung Acoustic belt warning
S853A
Sprachversion englisch Language version English
S876A
Funkfrequenz 315 MHz Radio frequency 315 MHz
S8SMA
Fahrgestellnummer von aussen sichtbar Car ident. number visible from outside


Code Sonderausstattung Optional Equipment
S1CAA
Selektion COP relevanter Fahrzeuge Selection of COP relevant vehicles
S210A
Dynamische-Stabilitäts-Control Dynamic stability control
S249A
Multifunktion für Lenkrad Multifunction f steering wheel
S255A
Sport-Lederlenkrad Airbag Sports leather steering wheel
S2RPA
MINI LM Rad Crown Spoke mit Notlauf
S383A
Aussenspiegel/Dach in schwarz
S403A
Glasdach elektrisch Glass roof, electrical
S4UFA
Sport Button
S520A
Nebelscheinwerfer Fog lights
S522A
Xenon-Licht Xenon Light
S534A
Klimaautomatik Automatic air conditioning
S550A
Bordcomputer On-board computer
S5AAA
Nebelschlussleuchte
S5DDA
Wagenheber
S694A
Vorbereitung BMW 6 CD Wechsler Provisions for BMW 6 CD changer
S842A
Kaltland-Ausführung Cold-climate version
S8SPA
Steuerung COP Control unit COP
S925A
Versandschutzpaket Transport protection package



I've noticed that some of the Mini's have a "Sports suspension settings" What does that mean? Is there much a difference without it?

 

Sport button. I have it on my 11 MCS. Seems to tighten the steering a bit, and some have said changes throttle response. Honestly, I don't know what it does, but it "tightens" the MINI up a bit. Feels more responsive, even a bit twitchy. Like it's gone from "go-kart" to "super go-kart". There is definitely a difference when on "sport" versus non-sport.

 

I wish we were able to tighten the steering independent of the sharp throttle response or perhaps stiffen the steering as the Mini goes faster.

 

Repairs can be costly, unless you can do your own work. I would avoid the 2007 to 2010 S model unless the price is low.

 

Also, my 2008 MINI Cooper S was consuming one quart of oil every 1,000 miles.

 

It's a one owner, 59k miles for 10,500.

I looked at the carfax and the timing chain was already replaced at 30k or so.

It does have two open recalls according to BMW and they are going to fix for free.

 

when I click on the link it says: "This car is no longer listed for sale" Did you buy it?

 

Here's a teaser

 

Since the timing chain was replaced under warranty Mini will not cover the timing chain later if it should fail again, this is typical if Mini already replace the timing chain, only once.

 

I'm thinking it may have the HPFP issue because it sputters out and dies on a cold start. Starts back up though after a few tries and is fine. Any ideas??

 

How long was the car sitting? Put some fresh premium in it and drive hard (3000+rpm) for 30 min or so. That will at least mitigate any carbon buildup. Also do you know if the air filter or plugs have ever been done?