I've got a leaking valve cover on my 2010 hatchback. Base model. Not a turbo. What is everyone's experience/thoughts on using something other than genuine MINI parts? Especially for something like a valve cover. It's more than double the price for a MINI branded part. It seems a little extreme.

 

I firmly believe in the mantra "You get what you pay for", but there are high quality aftermarket parts for Minis out there.

I would have no issue purchasing this cover, even comes with a 2-year warranty (and it is in stock):
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-uro-part...127646554~uro/

 

URO is probably the worst aftermarket brand you can buy. I tried a few URO parts on a Mercedes I used to own and they were junk, the fitment was subpar and they did not last (I bought suspension bushings). I will buy Febi or Graf because I always had good luck with them.