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2008 Mini R56: "Mk II" Mini Hatch/Hardtop range

Apr 2, 2023, 06:32 AM | Replies: 2 | Views: 1103
  • 2008 Mini R56: "Mk II" Mini Hatch/Hardtop range - 2008 Mini Cooper S, runs great, but needs work - Used - VIN WMWMF73578TT89663 - 108,900 Miles - 4 cyl - 2WD - Manual - Hatchback - Black - Harrison City, PA 15644, United States
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  • Price
    $4,000
    • OBO
  • Location Harrison City, PA, 15644, USA
  • Condition Used
  • VIN WMWMF73578TT89663
  • Mileage 108,900
  • Engine 4 cyl
  • Drive Type 2WD
  • Transmission Manual
  • Vehicle Type Hatchback
  • Exterior Color Black
Description:

After a month of ownership and about $1000 in parts/labor fixing minor issues, I was informed by the tech the headgasket is failing. No coolant/oil mixture, but exhaust is seeping into the coolant line. This is causing air in the line and issues with the heater. I've only driven it 100 miles since I bought it. I'm deciding to just cut my losses as I just don't have time for a huge undertaking when all I wanted was summer driver. Yeah, I got hosed. 

Pics, videos and PDF of history report: https://1drv.ms/f/s!Auu6comk1oOsj5Z0Urb79NrHwJ4thA

The details:
2008 Mini Cooper S Manual
Astro Black Metallic
Winter weather package (black/red heated seats, heated/power folding mirrors, etc)
Panoramic Sunroof (works great, see video)



The bad:

  • Headgasket will need done sooner than later. 
  • Chip in the windshield on the passenger side. I have a repair kit and will patch it once we get some warm, sunny weather. 
  • Catless downpipe and straight exhaust. This car is obscenely loud atm. I have a catted downpipe I planned to install and will include. Will not pass emissions in PA as is, obviously. 
  • TPMS issue. Aftermarket wheels were missing sensors, I had new sensors installed and did a reset but still no luck. 
Other things of note:
  • Water pump, timing chain and front axles were done 5k miles ago,  per the previous owner. 
  • Lowered on coilovers. 
  • Upgraded turbo and intercooler, per previous owner. 
  • Thermostat and crosspipe were just done this week, due to coolant leak and heating issues. Leak is gone, but heating issue persists.
  • Rear hatch panel/button just replaced
  • Front console 12v outlet just replaced. 
  • No codes. See screen recording via Torque in link above. 
  • Only other trouble lights are due to previous owner installing LED bulbs, from what I understand. 
Overall, the car is pretty clean for being 15 years old. No noticeable body rust, some on the underside. 
Will come with a box of extra parts, including valve cover gasket, old turbo and intercooler and more. 

I honestly have no idea what to list it at, given the issues. Send me an offer and we'll go from there. Located in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. 

Looking to sell, but may entertain trades. 
 

Old May 26, 2023 | 05:40 AM
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How far are u from Lackawanna County? I live by Wilkes Barre Scranton?
 
Old May 26, 2023 | 08:22 PM
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mini for sale

hi, i live by scranton and wilkes barre in between. I am interested could i see the vehicle
 




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