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msh441 · Apr 12th, 2007, 08:48 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Benny No.1 (original)

Whats the low down on warrenty when fitting springs?
I can understand if the suspension would no longer be covered but the rest of the car should be fine? And for people in the UK, how does it affect TLC? I read on the back something about any modifications invalidating the TLC, is it dependent on the dealer?

I would say it depends on the dealer and what specific problems arise in the future.

Logiclly, I now have no expectation that my struts are covered... and I would bet that if I managed to mushroom a strut tower, it might be debatable.

It was a change I knew I was going to do out of the box. The car was either going to get the MINI sport suspension and lowered with springs ($500 + $480 for installed springs), or come with statndard suspension and get a full coilover setup and stiffer rear swaybar ($2000+). Either way would have the same potential warranty considerations. I took what I believe to be the less expensive option.

I really like the results so far (both loooks and handling) and wouldn't consider owning the new R56 without one of these options.

Apr 12th, 2007, 08:48 AM	#13
msh441 MINI2 Senior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Pacific NW Local Time: 12:53 PM Posts: 439 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Benny No.1 (original) Whats the low down on warrenty when fitting springs? I can understand if the suspension would no longer be covered but the rest of the car should be fine? And for people in the UK, how does it affect TLC? I read on the back something about any modifications invalidating the TLC, is it dependent on the dealer? I would say it depends on the dealer and what specific problems arise in the future. Logiclly, I now have no expectation that my struts are covered... and I would bet that if I managed to mushroom a strut tower, it might be debatable. It was a change I knew I was going to do out of the box. The car was either going to get the MINI sport suspension and lowered with springs ($500 + $480 for installed springs), or come with statndard suspension and get a full coilover setup and stiffer rear swaybar ($2000+). Either way would have the same potential warranty considerations. I took what I believe to be the less expensive option. I really like the results so far (both loooks and handling) and wouldn't consider owning the new R56 without one of these options. Founding member of R56 Anonymous: "Hello. My name is Mike. I'm a driving enthusiast... and I still like the R56"