Collision repair for a 2005 MINI Cooper
Collision repair for the 2005 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
- 8.6 to 9.8 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 2005 MINI Cooper for collision repair
- Body: minicompact cars (EPA size class).
2005 MINI Cooper: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 23 | 21 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 31 | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 26 | 24 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 31 | 29 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 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$3,000 | US$3,225 | US$3,400 | US$3,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,010 | $3,220 | $3,430 | $3,430 |
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 2005 MINI Cooper
- NHTSA lists 2 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 843 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (613), air bags (141) and electrical system (62). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V660000 | 2015-10-15 | steering:electric power assist system | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance. |
| 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,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Collision repair for the 2005 MINI Cooper
Your 2005 MINI Cooper needs collision repair? Send the details, and we reply within one business day. Collision repair covers panels, bumpers, paint and, when needed, frame and structural work. Repairs can go through an insurance claim or be paid directly; tell us which in your request.
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. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file for it; a dealer can check by the VIN.
From request to appointment
Your quote is for your car, not a general price list. Send a few photos and the year and trim; that is enough for a first price. Tell us when the car is free and whether you can drop it off.
Keep your week on track
Add a rental to your request, and we deliver it to you. Your rental can be waiting when you drop your car off. Delivery starts at $75 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
What goes into a quote
Photos let us give a closer price before we see the car in person. Two cars of the same model can need different work, so we quote each one. We explain the price in plain words if anything is unclear.
After the work
Hand washing is gentler than automatic brushes on any finish. Regular washes in winter help keep road salt from attacking the paint.
What to bring
Arrive at the time we confirm, so the work can start on schedule. If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work.
Planning around the work
Weather and curing times can change the schedule for some work. If the work runs longer than planned, we let you know and you can keep the rental.
Ready when you are
A person reads every request and replies with the next step.
Request collision repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Collision repair: the 2005 MINI Cooper
Can I rent a car while my 2005 MINI Cooper is in for collision 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 collision repair for my 2005 MINI Cooper?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.