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#231 of 269 Sorry... by CeeeeCeeee Aug 11, 2009 (4:49 pm)
I don't have copies of the e-mails. Side note: today, while stopped at a red light, my MINI just died! It gave me no advance warning and the timing seemed fine. Fortunately, it started by up on the first try. However, I am constantly worried about a repeat of my failed transmission.....even with a new one installed! This is no way to own a car.
#232 of 269 Clutch in 2005 Mini by stephwisdom Aug 13, 2009 (7:47 am)
I'm still trying to figure out how the other poster got his first clutch paid for under warranty. My clutch went out at 20k miles and they told me that it wasn't covered, because it was a wearable part that depended upon the customer's driving. I raised hell. A clutch should NOT go out at 20k, even if I were an inexperienced driver who got great pleasure out of grinding gears. I ended up paying for the thing. Now, 14k miles later, THE CLUTCH IS SLIPPING AGAIN. Can't wait to see what excuse the dealership gives me now. Anyone have any ammo I can use to pad my case? I don't want to pay for another clutch, and i don't think i should have to!   StepWisdom
#233 of 269 Re: 2004 MINI Cooper Clutch Problems [minitech] by stephwisdom Aug 13, 2009 (8:00 am)
Replying to: minitech (Nov 25, 2005 7:09 pm) Same thing happened to me at 22k miles. Here I am at 36k and my clutch is slipping again. Just put my call into the dealership and waiting to see what they say. And yes, i had to pay for the first clutch. Replies to this message: ccs8c (Aug 13, 2009 11:19 am) boxingday (Sep 25, 2009 3:27 pm) stephwisdom (Sep 27, 2009 11:52 am) boxingday (Sep 27, 2009 12:35 pm)
#234 of 269 Re: 2004 MINI Cooper Clutch Problems [stephwisdom] by ccs8c Aug 13, 2009 (11:19 am)
Replying to: stephwisdom (Aug 13, 2009 8:00 am) This is very disheartening. I find it unbelievable that a clutch would go out at 14,500 miles -- and that's what they are telling me. They won't cover any of it. If a Ford Mustand can make it on two clutches in 230,000 miles, a brand new mini should make one year of use and I don't care if you are the worst driver in the world! My boyfriend successfully sued Mini in 2002 and I think I'm going that route. The posts here is making me think this is a bigger problem than Mini is letting on...
#235 of 269 02 transmission problems by jmac1964 Aug 15, 2009 (2:53 pm)
my 02 mini just died and it is the transmission. my mechanic is telling it will be $7000 to replace. I am just starting to come accross all the info on the net on this. wow! I had no idea this situation existed. I will call the dealer and MiniUSA Monday but does anyone have any advice? Replies to this message: ccs8c (Aug 18, 2009 6:04 am) ramquist (Aug 20, 2009 6:56 am) stephwisdom (Aug 21, 2009 8:47 am) malamoja (Aug 30, 2009 8:33 pm) puffin1 (Sep 12, 2009 6:40 am)
#236 of 269 Re: 02 transmission problems [jmac1964] by ccs8c Aug 18, 2009 (6:04 am)
Replying to: jmac1964 (Aug 15, 2009 2:53 pm) I've called Mini of North America several times about my premature burnt clutch and they aren't doing anything to help out the situation.
#237 of 269 Re: 02 transmission problems [jmac1964] by ramquist Aug 20, 2009 (6:56 am)
Replying to: jmac1964 (Aug 15, 2009 2:53 pm) please send me your email address to ramquistnc.rr.com and I will send you a copy of my email chain that was successful in getting Mini to provide part if I paid labor. BTW $7k is high.
#238 of 269 Re: Fearing the worst re: transmission [leahrocks] by ramquist Aug 20, 2009 (6:17 pm)
Replying to: leahrocks (Aug 11, 2009 4:17 pm) send me your email address at ramquistnc.rr.com and I will send you my email chain. Replies to this message: CeeeeCeeee (Aug 20, 2009 6:34 pm)
#239 of 269 Re: Fearing the worst re: transmission [ramquist] by CeeeeCeeee Aug 20, 2009 (6:34 pm)
Replying to: ramquist (Aug 20, 2009 6:17 pm) For some reason your e-mail address won't work for me. Is it ramquistnc.rr.com?????
#240 of 269 Re: 02 transmission problems [jmac1964] by stephwisdom Aug 21, 2009 (8:47 am)
Replying to: jmac1964 (Aug 15, 2009 2:53 pm) Well, i got a call back from the dealer regarding my clutch. To remind you, so you don't have to scroll back through posts, I have an 05. First clutch blew at 22k miles, second one blew at 34k miles. They made me pay for the first--citing that it wasn't covered by warranty, because it was a "wearable" part, due to driver habits. They tried to pull the same crap this time. I emailed mini international. They asked for my VIN number. Next thing I know, my dealership is calling me, telling me that they're paying for the whole thing. However, the dealership guy's little speech was still laced with "under the table" hints--basically telling me that I blew the clutch because i'm a poor driver. I have had 6 cars in my lifetime, all have been standards, and i have NEVER blown a clutch. I love my Mini, but i can't afford to replace a clutch and flywheel every year. I'll be trading it in.

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