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Stock Problems/IssuesDiscussions related to warranty related issues and repairs, or other problems with the OEM parts and software for MINI Clubman (R55), Cooper and Cooper S(R56), and Cabrio (R57).
The $1500-$2000 would be for labor only. You’d still have to buy a new engine for around $5000. Rebuilding yourself would be the most cost effective option especially if you have tools but would take the most time.
I am thinking to do that myself but it would be very hard and will take time. probably will ask shop how much it would be.
the first shop that I went they do $1700 for labor.
It isnt as hard as it seems. When i did mine, i did it slow and it took me a weekend to get it out (engine and tranny together is easier). Then another weekend to swap and intall.
I decided to replace the engine. I already got the engine but shop charge me $3500 for labor. That is too much and absolutely over my budget. So, I am not moving on yet.
dang... I'm right there..08 S, 97K... I hope she keeps running for a bit..... got some small issues an engine/suspension clank when I take off other than that good running... good luck..post some pics if you decided to do the swap.
