Mini One needs new engine

[ChasW]

Just learned that our 2007 1.4 Mini One has blown a piston and needs a new engine. Anyone know where I can source a reconditioned engine. BMW want 3600 plus vat?

[MX-5 Lazza]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_tr...

[ChasW]

Thanks. On the face of it quite a saving

[AndyM31]

I've used these once or twice for spares. Good shipping and very quick and helpful.
www.minisparesuk.com/cars/

[ChasW]

Thanks for the Mini Spares recommendation I ordered an engine off them today. Fingers crossed it all works although they were very friendly and efficient.

[AndyM31]

You are welcome. I recall when I ordered my headlamp bixenon for my old MCS, I Spent 5 minutes just getting to the box of the light. Their packing was exceptional.

All the best, let us now how you get on with the new engine install.

[ChasW]

It's been a learning experience. I looked into a repair, ie new piston and sleeve and the cost of the parts made it a no brainer just to go for a 2nd hand engine. Mini Spares state that the donor car was rear-shunted and had 22k on the clock. Mine had 68k so hopefully it'll be like a heart transplant from a younger person!

[ChasW]

Got the car back last week. Runs fine. The whole incident cost me £1130 for the exchange engine (delivered) and £1165 for labour and other parts.

[AndyM31]

Glad to read that you are back on the road.

[Justin S]

Ouch, thats a painfull bill. Hope it stays together for a long time now.