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obehave · Nov 21st, 2003, 12:10 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by SteveS

The current MINI engine is pretty simple and is very durable. I have not read of any mechanical problems with the engines despite all of the performance mods we discuss. Chrysler has a lengthy history of making durable 4 cylinder engines which are simple to maintain. BMW makes good engines but they are generally very expensive to maintain and are very complicated. I am pleased with the mini engine currently in the car from a mechanical and durability standpoint, with the exception of the lousy mileage, heavy flywheel and crummy ECU programming. Those three things do need attention. And I dread the day I need a clutch since the packaging does not lend itself to economical servicing.

Even with all that the problems you mention, and I agree, they are not the engines fault.
Lousy mileage and crummy ECU are basically synonymous and yes I'm hoping my clutch goes in about another year

Nov 21st, 2003, 12:10 AM	#15
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 03:58 AM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by SteveS The current MINI engine is pretty simple and is very durable. I have not read of any mechanical problems with the engines despite all of the performance mods we discuss. Chrysler has a lengthy history of making durable 4 cylinder engines which are simple to maintain. BMW makes good engines but they are generally very expensive to maintain and are very complicated. I am pleased with the mini engine currently in the car from a mechanical and durability standpoint, with the exception of the lousy mileage, heavy flywheel and crummy ECU programming. Those three things do need attention. And I dread the day I need a clutch since the packaging does not lend itself to economical servicing. Even with all that the problems you mention, and I agree, they are not the engines fault. Lousy mileage and crummy ECU are basically synonymous and yes I'm hoping my clutch goes in about another year