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  1. mrntd

    mrntd Well-Known Member
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    #2 mrntd, Apr 13, 2016
    I don't know if this is the problem but the car thinking is was stolen and locking out sounds logical if it has that feature.

    I've seen a number of second gen MINI's being towed so it must be possible.

    Based on the price your dealer wanted to do the battery they are probably high on the price.
     
  2. wmwny

    wmwny Well-Known Member

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    #3 wmwny, Apr 13, 2016
    Even so, Welcome to M/A!
     
  3. Metalman

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    #4 Metalman, Apr 13, 2016
    Another choice would be to use a MINI centric garage (these are garages that have the MINI / BMW tools and are very familiar with MINI's...)

    Some of our many good sponsors can do the work for you at a cost savings (if you are located close to them) Click on the "sponsors" tab at the M/A header....
     
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    DrSteve New Member

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    #5 DrSteve, Apr 14, 2016
    Thanks folks
     
  5. MCS02

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    #6 MCS02, Apr 14, 2016
    What Metalman said. The sponsors we have are all great and do a lot for the community. If you don't leave near one of them someone here may be able to point you to a good shop.