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Mini Convertible repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 229 repairs.
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Mini Convertible other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

59900 mi

US $350
Cracked wheel. Replaced with matching OEM 17" wheel. Tire was not damaged. 

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2013 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

34000 mi Windshield washer was leaking onto the hood (pressure build up in washer system) 

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2011 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

34000 mi

US $55
assenger side windshield washer failed. Hose and fitting broke off 
40000 mi

US $45
Replaced windscreen washer nozzles 

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2010 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

17900 mi Door handles were hard to operate. Worked well after lubricant applied. 

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2009 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

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

7440 mi seat belts not retracting. replaced both front seat belt assemblies. 
50000 mi

US $200
Windows out of alignment and had opening between driver front and read. Driver front window adjusted some. Additional adjustments to rear window would cost another $300 and opted to not have the work performed. 
69000 mi

US $250
Wheel seal was letting tire leak. Repaired. 
6000 mi Faulty seat belt. orginally thought husband broke it but turn out to be part of a recall...something I was not notified about from BMW. 

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2009 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

1000 mi Door Gasket replacement - Well Known early build R56 problem. Broken Arm Rest sliding cover. 

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2007 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

84000 mi Drivers Seat height adjuster broke 

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2007 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

48000 mi exterior passenger door handle sticking and the dealer replaced it 

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2006 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

51000 mi

US $182
Removed windshield washer pump, cleaned lines and hoses for restrictions. 

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2005 Mini Convertible 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

49000 mi Convertible top wouldnt lower. Removed top, replaced cables (out of allignment) reinstalled top.. 

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Mini Convertible Other Problems

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