Owning an R50 generation MINI can be a fun and enjoyable experience. As the generation gets older however, the cars are needing more care and attention to keep them in good running order.
This comes with increasing expense on aging cars, and sometimes costs are not necessarily economically justifiable for those after a reliable daily car.
Accordingly, the ownership base is transitioning to more enthusiasts who are willing to invest in maintaining the cars out of genuine interest.
New and second parts for the R50 generation MINI Cooper are available from a range of suppliers.
There are many potential faults that can be encountered with the R50 generation.
A record of car batches with special significance, including profiles of individual cars.