I called about this but it won't fit my '06. He still has it as of 10 minutes ago.

http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/pts/3776836182.html

$150. Looks new.

 

The bag in the background looks 1st generation. I have one also but there is a checkered flag print on the wind screen. Didnt know there was two versions. Anyway, the 1st gen fits tight in our 2nd gen MINIs. You would notice a pressed in mark at the center back of the leather seats. Maybe that doesnt happen with cloth seats? Could be worth a try...

 

Yes,

There are two different deflectors for the R57 MINI Convertible and for the R52 MINI Convertible. Once I installed one in my convertible , one of the best simple upgrades to keep the wind out on cool summer nights. Also great on reducing the wind baffle , you can talk to someone sitting next to you.


R57 MINI convertible - Black Wind Deflector


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/54342757001/









R57 MINI Convertible Wind Deflector - Checkered / Chrome


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/54340445398/






Checkered version has little storage areas. Both come with travel storage bags.


The R52 MINI Convertible

Black Convertible Wind Deflector


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/54347164868/




The R52 MINI Convertible

Checkered Convertible Wind Deflector


http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/54340390513/




Hope that helps tell the difference.

Thanks

 

I made my own for about $40.00. I could have gotten cheaper, but I went overboard on the learning curve.
Sheet of 1/4 plywood, 2 gate latches, carpet, 24X12 plexiglass, 2 aluminum L brackets, piano hinge, small velcro strips.
Drop the seats, cut plywood to fit from seat brackets to just past pin hole mounts in front. The gate latches are the kind that sort of like the ones on bathroom stall doors, but bigger. Mount them on he plywood so the pins go in the rod holes. Secure one L bracket to the front so that the down portion of the L is flush with the front. Screw the plexiglass to the L bracket so that it covers the gap between the seats. Velcro strips secure the plywood to the seat latches and secure the gate hinges in the extended position. No wind lift. Cover with carpet, trim and drive it like you stole it.
Things I learned: I can make a better pin set up than the gate latch. I just need a proper sized piece of rod, three brackets on each, side and strip of velcro. The piano hinge is kinda ugly and overkill. A small strip of metal to strengthen the plexiglass where the screws go is enough. My L bars were bigger than what is really needed. Could have saved some money on that part.
I have ran 80 mph with no problem. This is Texas and the speed limits go up to 80, but local is 75. So I cheated just a little. Anyway, no lift, no bend. You can speak comfortably without yelling. The wind is not blowing your hair in your face. The results of Mexican food lingers.
Wife likes it. And she is one hell of a critic.

 

Got one for $17....

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...deflector.html