2008 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2008

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2008 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (58%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Mini Hardtop body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

71229 mi

US $1978
Replaced passenger seat sensor. 
22000 mi Rattle from rear hatch area. Readjusted rear hatch latch and problem was solved.  

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2008 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

86000 mi

US $50
Plastic chrome trim ring popped off the end of the handbrake lever. Had to buy whole handle trim assembly as the piece I needle was not available separately. New piece snapped right on. 
14000 mi Hood scoop melted & replaced under warranty 
67500 mi

US $300
Molding around front windsheild is complete off. Back latch is complete out and the sun never shine on this dealer wants 400$to to repair.  
70200 mi

US $115
Rear hatch rattle. they replaced the striker. 

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2008 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

2480 mi

C $150
Sunroof stuck when warm out. Lubricated and re-aligned. 
45000 mi Driver's mirror noisy (squeaky). Replaced but still noisy. 
18600 mi Rattle behind dash that was repaired. 

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2008 Mini Hardtop Body Problems

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