Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Its a good idea to double check the parts on youll need to input an r53 mini cooper s to see most of the parts used for the swap. If you are talking about a real manual transmission with manual shift and clutch then the clutch may also need to be connected. Mini to start model year without manual transmission. Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Unlock the power of premium technology with mini connected. Decisiontime r56 with broken engine what would you do. You can connect an external audio device such as a cd or mp3. To help with general steps, the bentley manual, for the mini cooper. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units.
A manual conversion would be the ideal answer but after looking into this, it seems like it would be a huge project as even after the mechanical swap, a lot of the electronics would need to be recoded and cruise control amongst other nicetohaves may no longer work. In some cases, it can be comparatively subtle, perhaps as a slightly rough shift up or down, but in others they may experience loud bumping and rattling that makes them feel as if their car is about to come apart. Notices and claim filing instructions for the mini cooper settlement are being delayed by disputes between the two parties. Marginally acceptable for street use, the midlands 5speed gearbox simply cannot stand up to track and autocross punishment like the cooper. Classic mini cooper vtec conversion b series frame to fit flip front end mtb3. The time has come for me to start gathering the parts for this build project. What should you do when youre stuck with an automatic transmission on your vintage muscle car. Complete 6 speed swap, does not include transmission. If you plan on swapping your shift cables, youll need to drop the exhaust. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems. The rest of the article is only available in print but you can find a scanned in copy here courtesy of pritch via a post at mini2. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend the big bucks replacing.
But, according to mini, the clubman and countryman will be available in manual this summer, as will the john cooper. Any import duties, taxes or other costs associated with international shipping are. How much would it cost to convert a manual mini cooper s to an automatic. It is very handy to have the bentley service manual on hand in case you get stuck. For the 2nd generation mini cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57 convertible r58 coupe r59 roadster. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Drivetrain r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion. It is very handy to have the bentley service manual on hand in case you get. Automatic to manual transmission swap cj pony parts. New getrag gearbox for the cooper in 2005 motoringfile. Judge gutierrez preliminarily approved the mini cooper transmission class action settlement. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. The 1st gen cvt r50 was the worst of all of them and bmw and mini were the subject of a class action lawsuit forcing mini to cover the transmissions under warranty for 8 years or 150,000 miles whichever comes first. If your mini cooper has been out of commission for a while now due to a transmission issue, then buying a mini cooper transmission.
I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Mini has announced that the hardtop and convertible models will receive a new sevenspeed dualclutch transmission option with a new electronically controlled shifter. The swap is actually done from a 20022006 r53, not an r56s. Or have your ecu reprogrammed to be a manual trans. Mini cooper transmission problems the mini 5speed gearbox gs565bh found in the cooper models nons built between 2001 and july 2004 is commonly referred to as the r65 or. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring quote. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. I am going to call dan on monday, but i wanted to get opinions from some of you mechanically inclined mini. So if you have a dead cvt trans and are wanting to convert it to a manual but not shipping your car to us in atlanta you will need us to reprogram your mini after you swap out all the parts. Mini getting sixspeed manual transmissions back for 2020. Cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt.
It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. Classic mini automatic to manual gearbox swap youtube. The engine blocks of an automatic mini and a manual gearbox mini. Mini cooper manual transmission 2019 guide mini of ann. Swapping to a stick in a vintage car is generally a straightforward operation. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow hard. What about pedals and the associated underdash linkage. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. This excerpt comes from graham robsons new mini a book about the origins of the new mini. Complete auto transmissions for mini for sale ebay. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. I build porsche and bmw, so my 16 year old daughter decided that she wanted a.
Upgrading the r56 aisin automatic gearbox or manual. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. Mini cooper manual transmission returns to us florida. Decisiontime r56 with broken engine what would you. A mini spokesperson clarified to cd that the john cooper works version of the mini hardtop will in fact get a manual transmission. Manual transmission cooper mini 1 clubman 20072014. Assume the entire power unit from a manual gearbox car is to be swapped into the engine compartment of a mini originally equipped with an automatic transmission. Welcome to our mini cooper r56 technical articles section. I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. And starting with model year 2019 vehicles, mini connected. Sep 27, 2016 a step by step how to on removal and installation of a radio in a 2007 mini cooper s. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications. There are many myths and misunderstandings about bmw ecu dme reprogramming. The manual transmission is vital to the heart and soul of a mini.
About 11 percent of minis are sold with a manual transmission. Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission. With the decision just announced that mini will be switching from the midland r65 5speed in the current cooper to a new 5speed getrag transmission i thought id offer some background information on why the midland unit was chosen originally. The article basically outlines how to swap a getrag 6speed into a mini cooper with a manual midlands transmission 2001 july 2004. Cvt to 6speed manual getrag gearbox swap mini cooper forum. But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. I have had very much sucess been able to rebuild both the aisin and the cvt transmissions. The 2007 mini cooper has 4 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 mini cooper transmissions online.
The manual transmission returns to mini for 2021 after its 2020 absence. Judge will approve mini cooper transmission class action. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. At that point the mini one and the cooper will also switch to the getrag fivespeed gearbox. Mini is bringing back the sixspeed manual transmission. Unlike some cars, the mini cooper is not equipped with a transmission dipstick. Install hi lo suspension upgrade in mini cooper rear subframe no 1. The mini hardtop and convertible are available with a range of engines.
Parts list for mini cooper cvt to manual transmission conversion mini cooper 6 speed swap r50 transmission. Cvt to 6 speed conversation puget sound mini motoring club. I am faced with large repairs to correct the problem. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission. But, according to mini, the clubman and countryman will be available in manual this summer, as will the john cooper works models. Many mini cooper drivers have complained of these issues with the transmission. Mini factory replacement 6speed manual transmission. Mini cooper automatic transmission 2006, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Cvt transmission failure replace with 5speed manual. The clubman comes standard with the mini connected infotainment. While there is no hard evidence on the reason for premature belt failure, many believe that sticking to a regular fluid maintenance schedule is the key to success. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements.
Connect oneonone with 0 who will answer your question. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just. This tech article shows you how to replace the manual transmission fluid on r56 mini cooper and cooper s models. Cooper non s cvt to 6 speed getrag swap i am about to embark into the world of mini cooper. Since i have opened my own mini cooper repair shop in glendora, ca. You need the transmission, its mount, axles, and both front arms with the hubs i believe. All about mini owners manuals mini cooper 20022018.
These engines are good for 200 horsepower and 3 lbft of read more. These are the same units installed by the mini dealers. Mini cooper s 6 speed manual transmission 0204 166k 23001504295 r53 178. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. My mini cooper track car has eaten two of them now, the second of which featured. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee.
Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. If you plan on swapping your shift cables, youll need to drop the exhaust system. The bmw mini cooper transmission defect class action lawsuit is aarons v. The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual motoringfile. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Jcw gp supplementary clubvan supplementary countryman and paceman. It is neither inferred nor implied that any item sold by is a product authorized by or in any way connected. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring. It is important to note that not all march 2020 mini cooper models will be available with a manual transmission.
Auto to manual conversion posted in problems, questions and technical. I have a 2002 r50 justa cooper and am finishing the gearbox swap, the shitty midland boxogears is now on the floor and a nice cooper. Mini cooper 20012006 changing transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual how to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual things will shift much easier with fresh oil in your manual transmission, and well. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow. While the gofast jcw cars are only automatic now which is a damn shame, its not the proper way to drive a mini. Mini connected owners handbook manual pdf download. Hello, i am looking to convert my mini city e auto to a manual, are there any guides out there. Advantages of driving a stick shift include the ability to use the momentum of the engine to help slow. A stunning system that unites our most advanced technology in a gorgeous 6. Given the cvts proclivity for failing expensively i wonder if anybody has done a cvt to manual transmission swap. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science. This classic mini was built by gildred racing in santa barbara, california.
For the 2nd generation mini cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55. How to fixing the weak link getrag 6speed swap for. Mini will start the 2020 model year this fall without a manual. May 10, 2010 i found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmission problem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they. You are looking at several thousand for the transmission, not to mention the additional.
Cvt to manual conversion kit cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. May be a problem with the brakes, the tie rods and the drivers side door lock doesnt work but otherwise very good. If you are talking about a 6speed with electronic shifting steering paddles etc. Weve gathered a vast collection of useful articles to help you perform many repairs and upgrades on your mini. Mini cooper s r56 2007present technical articles diy.
For 2020, the hot mini john cooper works hardtop was available only with an 8speed automatic transmission. So if you have a dead cvt trans and are wanting to convert it to a manual but not shipping your car to us in atlanta you will need us to reprogram your mini after you swap. Mini cooper cvt transmission to 6 speed swap 2002 cvt 2003 cvt 2004 cvt 2005 cvt. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the automotive industry to keep your vehicle perform. If you are talking about a real manual transmission with manual shift and clutch then the clutch may also need to be connected to the computer. Jul 18, 2014 this week weve got our hands on the cooper s with the sixspeed manual gearbox, which is connected to a twinscroll turbocharged 2. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership.
Mini cooper transmission problems the mini 5speed gearbox gs565bh found in the cooper models nons built between 2001 and july 2004 is commonly referred to as the r65 or midlands 5speed gearbox. Ive converted transmission from cvt to manual gearbox 6 speed without any programming in ecu just do something in wiring. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual. Having just completed a transmission swap in a 2007 r56 yesterday, i agree with ripping it apart to identify the damage and then likely shopping for a used engine. How much would it cost to convert a manual mini cooper s. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go.
Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for mini when you shop the largest online selection at. Bmw offered an smg sequential manual gearbox transmission in 1997, which. Is it possible to convert a car with a manual transmission to an. I found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmission problem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they cost about the same, manual.
How to convert an automatic to manual transmission mobil. Mini cooper 2006, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national. I bought my 2015 cvt with the eventual goal of swapping in an sti transmission. Some things just have weak links solid axles with cclips, any car with lucas electrics, and the mini cooper s midlands transmission. At that point the mini one and the cooper will also switch to the getrag fivespeed. We hope to help answer and give you solutions to the most commonly asked questions. My questionhow hard would it be and is it even possible to replace a cvt with a 5speed manual transmission. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend the big bucks replacing it with another junk cvt trans at 00, this is a kit for you. While you cant easily turn a manual transmission in a car into an automatic. Vtec conversion kit mtb2 installation manual mini mania. Details on how to file a claim will be available soon. The first mini to take the getrag fivespeed will be the mini cabriolet, which starts production in april 2004. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual by mf staff 17 years ago with the decision just announced that mini will be switching from the midland r65 5speed in the current cooper to a new 5speed getrag transmission i thought id offer some background information on why the midland unit was chosen originally.
Mini cooper r50 cvt convert to 6 speeds manual gearbox. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. My mini cooper track car has eaten two of them now, the second of which. Mini cooper transmissions cvt and aisin warner mini. The classic mini coopers with automatic transmissions have unique engine blocks you cant just swap out the blocks from one to the other the whole powerunit must go. Mini cooper transmission problems the mini 5speed gearbox gs565bh found in the cooper models nons built between 2001 and july 2004 is commonly referred to as the r65 or midlands 5speed gearbox the front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Automatic and manual transmissions both require a coupling device, a piece of equipment that is used to connect and disconnect the. The same 8speed automatic returns for 2021, although its. I know where i can purchase a usedsalvaged sti tranny from, but i am not really sure what else i will need to perform the swap. This mini cooper s r53 20012006 came from the factory with a supercharged 1. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information revised feb 24, 2010 the following is an overview of the steps to convert a mini from an automatic transmission to one with a manual transmission gearbox. Cvt to 6 speed conversation puget sound mini motoring.
Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. Jan 23, 2018 official pdf version of all owners manuals by year from 20022018. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at carmax. Mini cooper manual transmission 2019 models if youre like many motoring enthusiasts, you probably understand that theres nothing quite like the control and engagement that comes from driving a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission. Fixing the weak link getrag 6speed swap for mini cooper. I have a set of oem black leather shifter boot and ebrake boot from an r56 mini cooper jcw these will fit all manual transmission mini cooper cars from 200720 they are in excellent shape without any rips or tears.