I recently bought my 1st mini cooper, its a 2006, has everything I could ask for, for being my first. But I do have a bit of concern and just wondering if this is how the mini runs, or if anyone else is having the same issue and if there is a resolution. I notice when I accelerate, my mini kind of stalls for a couple seconds. To be specific, its when I am at a complete stop and I try to make a right turn or a left turn, it hesitates/stalls for about 1-2 seconds. Its kind of nerve wrecking when I am turning out into traffic......has anyone had this experience with theirs? I love my mini...and love seeing minis on the road..this is the only issue i have with my mini.I am a proud new owner though thats for sure! please someone let me know any advice will help and I greatly appreciate it.

K

 

if you spin the tires, the traction control will pull power. If the A/C is on, then it may bog a bit. 1 - 2 seconds is a LONG TIME.

Anyway, make sure that your clutch take up is smooth (to avoid the traction control) and see if there is a MINI club near you. They will be very helpful and someone with more experience will be able to drive your car and let you know.

Matt

 

What you describe is not normal, I would take to a MINI knowledgeable service tech and have it checked out.

 

Automatic or stick?