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: Mini Mk1 & Mk2 Alloys?


daz1761
Jun 7th, 2011, 06:19 PM
Hello

Just a quick query, are all mini alloys the same as in mk1 fit mk2 and vice versa?

Many thanks

mab01uk
Jun 7th, 2011, 07:07 PM
All the Mini wheels I have seen are interchangeable although some of the smaller dianeter Mk1 alloys do not fit over the bigger front brakes of Mk2 Mini's. I think the Mk2 wheel nuts/studs are also a larger size thread, so you may need to use the bolts from the original car or suitable replacements.

daz1761
Jun 7th, 2011, 07:21 PM
Sorry, i should of said, they are 17 inch alloys, the ones that look like the original mini alloys if you know what I mean.

Mine is a mk1 mini cooper 2003 but Im not too sure as yet if the ones I might be purchasing are off a mk2 mini but I thought I would check as its a long drive and wouldn't want to buy if they didn't fit

Cheers

mab01uk
Jun 7th, 2011, 07:30 PM
The 17" classic 'Minilite' style alloys will definitely fit ok..........my brother has the Mk2 version on his Mk1 Mini. :)

daz1761
Jun 7th, 2011, 07:34 PM
Ah thats the bugger "Minilite Style"

Thanks matey, much appreciated, can't wait to jib off my standard 16" wheels :)

Cheers

MINIAC
Jun 7th, 2011, 08:21 PM
MINI2 has an extensive Wheels and Tires FAQ section (http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=mini_faq#faq_faq_wheels_tyres) which will help you identify OEM wheels and find out which ones fit will fit your car.