Example carAuto repair for a 2008 MINI Cooper
Auto repair for the 2008 MINI Cooper: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 7.4 to 10.2 L/100 km
- Body
- Minicompact Cars
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 2008 MINI Cooper for auto repair
- Body: minicompact cars (EPA size class).
2008 MINI Cooper: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 28 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 37 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 32 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 38 | 35 | 35 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 170 L (6 cu ft) | 170 L (6 cu ft) | 170 L (6 cu ft) | 170 L (6 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,550 | US$2,850 | US$2,850 | US$3,050 | US$3,150 | US$3,300 | US$3,400 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $2,590 | $2,836 | $2,836 | $3,044 | $3,150 | $3,290 | $3,430 | $3,570 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 MINI Cooper
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 300 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (122), air bags (81) and engine and engine cooling (58). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V337000 | 2023-05-11 | electrical system | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,... |
| 18V248000 | 2018-04-18 | engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S... |
| 15V205000 | 2015-04-06 | air bags:frontal | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation,... |
| 12V008000 | 2012-01-11 | engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 MINI COOPER S, 2008-2011 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW, 2009-2011 MINI COOPER JCW CLUBMAN, 2009-2011 COOPER JCW CONVERTIBLE, AND 2011 COOPER S COUNTRYMAN PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 14, 2006, THROUGH... |
| 08V657000 | 2008-12-12 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | BMW IS RECALLING 28,450 MY 2007-2008 MINI COOPER S VEHICLES. THE CENTRALLY LOCATED TAILPIPE EXTENSION PROTRUDES SLIGHTLY BEYOND THE REAR BUMPER. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR INADVERTENT CONTACT TO OCCUR WITH A PERSON'S LEG. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto repair for the 2008 MINI Cooper
Here is how we handle body repair for the 2008 MINI Cooper: the request, the work and a car to drive meanwhile. This is body repair. Mechanical work such as engines, brakes and oil changes is not part of it.
What your car means for the work
Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
How to request it
If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more. We confirm the price and the time with you before any work. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.
A car while yours is in
Rent by the day while your car is in, delivered to you. Keep driving: rent from us while the work is done. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
Planning around the work
Most small jobs fit within a day; larger ones are booked over several days. Pick-up time is confirmed when the work is finished.
How the price is set
Larger vehicles take more product and more hours, so they cost more. Options such as sensors, trim pieces or special paint can add time. If we find something unexpected, we ask before we change the price.
Before you drop the car off
Point out anything you want us to pay special attention to. Bring the keys you use every day, and the wheel lock key if the car has one. Ask any question you have before the work starts.
Keeping it that way
If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us. Keep a soft cloth in the car for small marks.
Get an offer
Tell us what the car needs and when it is free.
Request auto repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Auto repair: the 2008 MINI Cooper
Can I rent a car while my 2008 MINI Cooper is in for auto repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book auto repair for my 2008 MINI Cooper?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.