Hi, I'm new to minis and I'm looking at a 2009 r56 to purchase, is there any issues or AND maintenance that I should know about?

 

Congrats on the new MINI. Is it an S or a Cooper (NON S)?

I would get a PPI (inspection) up on a lift and have it gone through. Let me know and I am here to help.

 

If it's an S make sure to remove the intake tubing and look inside to visually inspect the turbo impellers. This is something that would not come up on an OBD2 scan until it's too late. Also, be sure to check the Carfax and fluids!
I've seen people get a basic inspection and later found out the those turbo impeller tips were broken off and missed. Thankfully I was upgrading the diverter valve and noticed before it was too late.

Cheers!

 

Chase,

Have a read through the problems and issues section of the R56 forum. It will enlighten you.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ms-issues-188/

 

Issue's...I say stay away...I have the 09' MCS Turbo N14 R56...
I can give you a whole laundry list of what I had to replace within 70,000 miles..