I bought a poorly maintained Clubman S

Discussion in 'Starting Line - New Member Introductions' started by Louh56, Feb 13, 2013.

  1. Louh56

    Louh56 New Member

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    I bought it in october because it is sharp. But so many mechanical issues
    DTC'S
    Bad turbo
    Bad cylinder head cover
    Timing chain tensioner and guides
    Tires
    Brakes
    Phone wont connect
    Is the cat clogged?
    What kind of oil (brand) is best

    But five month's in its running great and a ton of fun
     
  2. Nathan

    Nathan Founder

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    Welcome, thanks for joining Motoring Alliance, the FUN and Friendly MINI Community.

    Sounds like you are getting it all sorted out. Now with regular maintenance you should enjoy many miles of smiles.
     
  3. Pretje

    Pretje New Member

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    I'm guilty of viewing my MINI as a human or perhaps a pet, so in that vein... I'm glad your MINI found you. Clearly it's previous owner was just a driver, and it merely needed someone to give it a little genuine love and caring. :wink:
     
  4. SacredDisorder

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    Welcome to M/A. As a fellow Clubby owner welcome to the family!!
     
  5. eMINIparts

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    It's just like adopting an older kid...It's not their fault that they had things go wrong in their life. So all you can do is LOVE that MINI take care of it...Change it's oil, rotate those tires, show it some LOVE like no other car deserves.

    Welcome to the Alliance......It's super cool here! :cool:
     
  6. MCS02

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    Welcome to MA
     
  7. rum4

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    Welcome to m/a
     
  8. debscooper

    debscooper New Member

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    Love it a little TLC and she'll be putting that unwipe-able grin on your face . . . Show us some pics of your pride and joy. Enjoy your ride
     
  9. Jason Montague

    Jason Montague New Member
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    :cornut: Welcome to MA. I'm glad that that Clubman found you before it was too late.:Thumbsup:

    Jason
     

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