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I bought an 08 Cooper and when the light came on at 10000 miles I called to have the oil changed which is what the salesman said. The service manager said I could wait until it reached 18000 miles before I had to change it. Is this right? 
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I am debating 50/50 if I want to get the Sunroof/Moonroof option. What's holding me back from getting this option is that there is a screen (and it slides I think) under the roof/glass, not a solid piece blocking the total sunlight from the driver. A couple things about the screen instead of a solid piece: - does it cause the unacceptable heat in the car on a high-temperature day ( like 75 degrees or above). I live in San Jose (South Bay Area of CA) ? - does it bother the driver occasionally/frequently because the constant sunlight coming the glass/roof into the car ? or that through-light is minimal enough that it does not bother driver on most Sunny days. Please give some advice- Thanks much! Mini Lover ( near future!)
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Replying to: carlover3 (Oct 07, 2008 9:24 am) - does it cause the unacceptable heat in the car on a high-temperature day ( like 75 degrees or above). I live in San Jose (South Bay Area of CA) ? - does it bother the driver occasionally/frequently because the constant sunlight coming the glass/roof into the car ? or that through-light is minimal enough that it does not bother driver on most Sunny days." Yes, and sometimes, respectively to your 2 questions. The heat issue is real, especially after parking in the sun for awhile. And the Mini's A/C is not the most powerful unit around! The advantage of the mesh screen is that you can open the moonroof, but pull the screen shut. And you'd get the ventilation and extra light, but prevent leaves, cigarette butts and other debris from flying into your car. |
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Replying to: carlover3 (Oct 07, 2008 9:24 am) I had the same dilemma, I wanted a non-sunroof car, but since I was looking for a used 2006, I pretty much had to choose from what was available. In the end I got a great S with a sunroof. I did two things which addressed your concerns. First, I went to a tinting shop and darkened the roof glass, but it still got pretty warm during the summer here in Virginia Beach. Therefore, I then bought insulated sun shades (I believe it was from Mini Mania, check online catalogs) for the two glass roof panels. They are just like the ones you use to protect a dashboard, but these are sized to fit perfectly in the roof openings. They are held in place by the sliding screen. The shades work great, they keep out the heat (or cold), road noise and they are easy to remove and slide behind the driver seat when I want to open up the top. Although I was originally against the sunroof, I am glad I got one. Now that fall is here, there is nothing better than opening up the top during my daily commute. |
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jul 02, 2008 5:42 pm) |
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Replying to: juleden (Oct 07, 2008 3:02 am) |
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| I have owned a 2006 Mini Cooper for just a few months. The other day, the warning lite for a possible flat tire came on. I didn't have a flat but the drivers side door wouldn't open from the inside and now is doing that sporadically. Yesterday the check engine lite came on, but did not come on today. I live in N. Michigan and it had been really cold when I had the door problem. Should I be looking for something else? | |
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Replying to: bitsiesmom (Dec 29, 2008 11:51 am) What I have found out the the latch on the out side does not release all the way. I have pull the leaver out and it works fine. This only happen when it gets cold and a little wet. |
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Replying to: bitsiesmom (Dec 29, 2008 11:51 am) bitsies mom I have news for you, you have not purchased a 'high-quality' vehicle. Good luck though. |
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Replying to: bitsiesmom (Dec 29, 2008 11:51 am) 
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