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• Luxury cars 8 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Bums can probably be parked on analine leather, marvel can be had at contrast piping or stitching, and a feeling of one upmanship can be had over the poverty spec version with fabric seats and single slot CD. All of this can make a most comfortable car to live with, even as the "mini" sector car that prompted this thread, but none of it makes a luxury car any more than Sainsbury's can ever sell a luxury hamper. So, by my definition a mini luxury car is an oxymoron. Mini cars, yes, very comfortable and well appointed mini cars, yes, mini cars that will please you and I, yes, but luxury mini cars, no.
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  I need a small, economical fun car and can't decide between a MINI or a Suzuki Swift. 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have 10k max to spend on a car. I need it to be economical but nippy. It has to be roomy and safe, reliable and cheap to service as I commute 16,000...
• BMW Mini One 2008 - Boot switch not working 10 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  Our 2008 Mini boot switch seems to have stopped working. The boot can still be opened with the keyfob and the latch can be seem to work when using the keyfob. I guess the boot switch has just failed (the number plate lights in the assembly are still working so power is getting there) The only thing is, the switch itself is sealed into the strip assembly, with plastic welded edges and a sealed rubber switch cover, which is good sense for waterproofing but means repair is tricky!
• MINI One - Broken Aerial Cable 29 Oct 2020 (Forum)
  Hello  Car: Mini One R50 04' Reg Issue: the Aerial cable coming from behind the dashboard has snapped off, it's just a black wire now with some copper sticking out of it. I am trying to order a replacement Wave stereo (the original) as the previous owner had a halfords system.
• MINI one - Engine cutting out 23 Feb 2018 (Forum)
  My neighbour has a MINI one - (petrol)  and has owned it about 1 year from new in 2013.  From day one since she had it she complained that it cuts out when stopping at junctions and lights,also  occasionally when driving slowly in traffic and soon after pulling away from slowing..
• Mini Cooper S JCW kit,2007,Turbo charge,6 speed,As - valuation 10 May 2016 (Forum)
  Reluntantly I must part with my Mini Cooper S, JCW kit, 2007, Chilli pack, Astro Black,6 speed, Turbo charge, 22000 genuine miles. Off road SORN, in storage for 2 years, wrapped in blankets,battery disconnected. Unable to ship to my new location.
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  Electric minibus 12 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Do you know of any companies that make electric minibuses? The company I work for is looking to "go green" and I can't seem to find much out there.
• Mini Cooper R56 Dec 2006 - Electric Wing Mirrors Fault 15 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, I have Dec 2006 R56 Mini Cooper.  Recently I had to replace Window Regulator on Driver Side.  However since it has been replaced neither of the electric mirrors work.  I have checked all fuses and all appear ok.
• Audi A6 TDI & Mini R60 Turbo Diesel Countryman - Engine start and stop procedure for Diesel engines 27 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  As a first time user of Turbo Diesel Engine cars I seek advice. I have recently bought an Audi A6 TDI  Quattro & Mini R60 Turbo Diesel Countryman and would like to know the correct procedure so that I don't mess up the cars.
• Morris Mini 1963 - Ignition Light not working 28 Feb 2011 (Forum)
  I have changed my mini from a dynamo to an alternator, following the instructions carefully. I did this (partly) because when I connected the car up to a battery charger to test the lights etc (the car has been off the road for two years) smoke started coming from the dynamo and the ignition light glowed brightly, even though the ignition switch was 'off'.
• Special oil developed for original Mini.. 15 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  Anyway, do you remember the first time you cracked open a can of Q20w-50? the colour and smell -I seems to remember it was developed with the Mini`s engine oil sharing gearbox in mind? Happy days ;-) I used nothing else for years and then moved on to Duckhams 15w40 for later cars. I wonder why the brand name seems to have more or less faded away?
• MINI Cooper S R53 (2002 - 2007) - engineering analysis 11 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Don't laugh, this is serious. Engineers are checking out a potential problem with the Mini Cooper S after complaints in the USA about leg burns caused by the car's hot exhaust pipes. America's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been called in following 28 complaints by customers who have bought 2007-2008 model year cars which have dual exhaust pipes that protrude beyond the car's rear bumper.
• Mini One - Joke lasts about 5 minutes 28 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  I realise I'm about five years late posting this but having just driven a Mini One from London to Manchester, I've got to ask what was that all about? Handling no better than any decent small car. Performance decidedly lacklustre and fuel efficiency nothing special and being inside the thing made me feel like I was at a family party where one of the children does a magic trick - initially quite charming, but two minutes in and the grin is becoming a little fixed and after five minutes you're thinking "don't milk it sonny".
• Modifications and insurance 7 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  I am now aware of a real life example of why you should. I've just seen a colleague parking up in a different car to her Mini. I thought she had changed, but the Mini is in for repair following an accident involving a rottweiller, her car and a dry stone wall! The dog survived untouched, the wall took minor damage, the car is a mess.
• Mini pistons and rings. 13 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  Here\'s a subject that will have most of you racking your brains. I race a Class 1 Mini in autograss,and have just recently detonated 1 of a new set of 4 pistons.A nice little hole has appeared in the top,and to say I\'m mighty fed up would be an understatement. I am therefore looking for 1 new piston to replace this.Easy,you may say.Wrong.The piston is an oversize 60 piston for a 998cc car,with 3 rings on it.I have scoured far and wide to get a replacement,but they are like hens teeth.There is a part number on the top which is JP0524A,and no-one seems to be able to help.
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  What is the best petrol alternative to a diesel MINI Countryman? 6 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What small automatic petrol car do you suggest to replace my wife’s diesel MINI Countryman for £17,000?
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  Should a broken spring be covered by a manufacturer warranty? 14 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My MINI Clubman, which is slightly less than 3 years old, has just had its near side spring break. Should it be covered under the 3-year warranty? The...
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  Should I swap the tyres around on my car? 8 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Mini Cooper and recently had the tracking checked. I was told there was feathering on the inside edges of both front tyres with 3, 4 and...
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  Can I get my Swiss MINI serviced in the UK? 27 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my 2010 MINI Cooper D Countryman in Switzerland (where I live) & the next service is due in about 500 miles. Hwever, I am driving to the UK shortly....
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  Would you recommend I buy a Mini Cooper Convertible on 16-inch wheels? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Mini Cooper Convertible, but it is fitted with 17-inch wheels with 45 profile runflat tyres. I am more interested in comfort...