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AndrewH · May 23rd, 2006, 11:12 PM

Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139

ScottyB · May 23rd, 2006, 11:22 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH

Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139

whoa...

"Megan" · May 24th, 2006, 11:28 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH

Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139

Bu99er!!!

Thanks for the 'heads up' Andrew. I followed the link and had a read, then I went straight outside, followed by Nick and Liam - and checked my car, as it is an 08/02 build. Sure enough - rust under the trim on the driver's side door

NOT HAPPY JAN!!!

Checked the passenger side also, but that seems to be okay - so far.

NOT GOOD

Will be talking to Alto Artarmon about this at the same time as having the airbag light looked at again.

May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!!

AndrewH · May 24th, 2006, 11:39 AM

There is even a report of it effecting an 05

MickyD · May 24th, 2006, 12:37 PM

just checked under the seals on mine.... can't feel any rust (it's too dark to see outside), but it was SOAKING wet under there, and the car hasn't been driven in the rain for about 36 hours at least.
I can see this problem growing legs....

ScottyB · May 24th, 2006, 12:56 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by MickyD

just checked under the seals on mine.... can't feel any rust (it's too dark to see outside), but it was SOAKING wet under there, and the car hasn't been driven in the rain for about 36 hours at least.
I can see this problem growing legs....

Mine looks fine - no visible rust...

Not soaking under the seal, but definately wet.

Tit · May 24th, 2006, 01:29 PM

Remember, most American cities ues salt on their roads to melt the ice.....therefore cars up there are more prone to rust.....

Having said that, i'm definitely checking mine tomorrow....

"Megan" · May 24th, 2006, 01:39 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tit

Remember, most American cities ues salt on their roads to melt the ice.....therefore cars up there are more prone to rust.....

Having said that, i'm definitely checking mine tomorrow....

I think one of the posts pointed out that the area they were in didn't use a lot of salt on the road for ice, but he still had the problem

I have an awful feeling that Micky D might be right - it could grow legs

MorrisSCooper · May 24th, 2006, 01:59 PM

Rust in a MINI???? They have obviously did retained some "elements" of the classic Mini design.

ScottyB · May 24th, 2006, 02:03 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by MorrisSCooper

Rust in a MINI???? They have obviously did retained some "elements" of the classic Mini design.

PMSL Brad

Wait till this hits ausmini

MorrisSCooper · May 24th, 2006, 02:51 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by ScottyB

PMSL Brad

Wait till this hits ausmini

Shall I start linking in the articles on how-to s for welding and rust removal ?

Do I sense a keeness to take to take to a MINI with a welder??

Fear not, for rust is lighter than metal, therefore with less weight you can go actually faster!! Think of it as natures own random carbon fibre mods.

swamos · May 24th, 2006, 04:46 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Megan

Bu99er!!!

Thanks for the 'heads up' Andrew. I followed the link and had a read, then I went straight outside, followed by Nick and Liam - and checked my car, as it is an 08/02 build. Sure enough - rust under the trim on the driver's side door

NOT HAPPY JAN!!!

Checked the passenger side also, but that seems to be okay - so far.

NOT GOOD

Will be talking to Alto Artarmon about this at the same time as having the airbag light looked at again.

May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!!

Yep... welcome to my world

Mine has that problem on both sides.

Smurfn · May 24th, 2006, 10:55 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Megan

May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!!

Might have to check mine then

Let us know what they say and do about it

MiniFr34k · May 24th, 2006, 11:38 PM

RE RUST:

Iam really worried.. given that ive a 02 mcs, and already have had some of the weirdest faults on the car already, this might be another one.

"Megan" · May 25th, 2006, 09:21 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by MiniFr34k

RE RUST:

Iam really worried.. given that ive a 02 mcs, and already have had some of the weirdest faults on the car already, this might be another one.

I spoke to Matthew at Alto Artarmon today and am taking my car in on Monday to have the airbag light issue looked at, along with the rust issue on the driver's side door. I will let you know what happens.

Swamos - I asked Matthew about the airbag light - and whether it meant the system had been deactivated or not. He said that as it hasn't been tested out, he advises everyone that the system may not activate and to assume that it won't work. However, there are some who believe that in the event of an accident they will all go off, instead of the specific ones needed.

So, I guess, what he is essentially saying, is err on the side of caution. Like he said, he wouldn't want to be the first one to test this out!!

I think BMW should take this issue seriously and do some of their own testing!! If, in fact, we are driving around with an inactivated airbag system, due to a design/manufacturer fault - then the car is not 'suitable for purpose' and it needs to be rectified, once and for all, ASAP!!!

MickyD · May 27th, 2006, 01:07 PM

checked my car for the door-opening-under-seal-rust issue today, and I've got a few spots starting under there.....

"Megan" · May 27th, 2006, 01:25 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by MickyD

checked my car for the door-opening-under-seal-rust issue today, and I've got a few spots starting under there.....

We checked John G's car today, and he has as well. His car is a 2005 model - not good

Me thinks MINI dealers all over the country are going to be having MINI owners taking their MINI in for the rust problem to be sorted!

Mr G · May 27th, 2006, 01:47 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Megan

I also read on one of the other related threads, that Alto Artarmon had come up with possibly a better way to fix the issue, so I will be asking about this as well. Just hoping they didn't come up with it before March, otherwise, it means it hasn't worked

Alto's Artarmon are completely useless in my experience. they replaced a clutch and a supercharger trying to fix a noisy air con.

they jammed visible ugly bits of foam in my windscreen trying to stop the dashbaord from rattling - and left greasy handprints all over the screen, and a boot print on the seat. find another dealer before your car explodes.

Tit · May 28th, 2006, 12:02 AM

Took my car into Adelaide BMW and they took photos and have sent them to head office....Service manager looked a bit concerned....

Baker · May 28th, 2006, 12:08 AM

Will try and check mine today

.

May 23rd, 2006, 11:12 PM	#1
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 4,209 Offline	Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139 Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

May 23rd, 2006, 11:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
ScottyB Take me down to Paradise My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: David McGhan's World Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 192,207 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139 whoa... - Global Moderator - MY BLOG - Global Procrastinator - ... Buying the 8C for its dynamic abilities is like buying a porn film for its plot ...

May 24th, 2006, 11:39 AM	#4 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 4,209 Offline	There is even a report of it effecting an 05 Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

May 24th, 2006, 12:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
ScottyB Take me down to Paradise My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: David McGhan's World Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 192,207 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MickyD just checked under the seals on mine.... can't feel any rust (it's too dark to see outside), but it was SOAKING wet under there, and the car hasn't been driven in the rain for about 36 hours at least. I can see this problem growing legs.... Mine looks fine - no visible rust... Not soaking under the seal, but definately wet. - Global Moderator - MY BLOG - Global Procrastinator - ... Buying the 8C for its dynamic abilities is like buying a porn film for its plot ...

May 24th, 2006, 01:59 PM	#9 (permalink)
MorrisSCooper Renovate me! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central Coast NSW Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 249 Offline	Rust in a MINI???? They have obviously did retained some "elements" of the classic Mini design. ==== Waht hapens if you use the spel chek button====

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May 24th, 2006, 11:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
"Megan" MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sydney Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 1,768 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by AndrewH Looks like there might be a potential rust problem on Minis that we'll need to keep an eye on http://www.northamericanmotoring.com...ad.php?t=69139 Bu99er!!! Thanks for the 'heads up' Andrew. I followed the link and had a read, then I went straight outside, followed by Nick and Liam - and checked my car, as it is an 08/02 build. Sure enough - rust under the trim on the driver's side door NOT HAPPY JAN!!! Checked the passenger side also, but that seems to be okay - so far. NOT GOOD Will be talking to Alto Artarmon about this at the same time as having the airbag light looked at again. May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!!

May 24th, 2006, 12:37 PM	#5 (permalink)
MickyD MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 3,780 Offline	just checked under the seals on mine.... can't feel any rust (it's too dark to see outside), but it was SOAKING wet under there, and the car hasn't been driven in the rain for about 36 hours at least. I can see this problem growing legs....

May 24th, 2006, 01:29 PM	#7 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 3,140 Offline	Remember, most American cities ues salt on their roads to melt the ice.....therefore cars up there are more prone to rust..... Having said that, i'm definitely checking mine tomorrow....

May 24th, 2006, 01:39 PM	#8 (permalink)
"Megan" MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sydney Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 1,768 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Tit Remember, most American cities ues salt on their roads to melt the ice.....therefore cars up there are more prone to rust..... Having said that, i'm definitely checking mine tomorrow.... I think one of the posts pointed out that the area they were in didn't use a lot of salt on the road for ice, but he still had the problem I have an awful feeling that Micky D might be right - it could grow legs

May 24th, 2006, 02:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
ScottyB Take me down to Paradise My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: David McGhan's World Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 192,207 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MorrisSCooper Rust in a MINI???? They have obviously did retained some "elements" of the classic Mini design. PMSL Brad Wait till this hits ausmini - Global Moderator - MY BLOG - Global Procrastinator - ... Buying the 8C for its dynamic abilities is like buying a porn film for its plot ...

May 24th, 2006, 02:51 PM	#11 (permalink)
MorrisSCooper Renovate me! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central Coast NSW Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 249 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by ScottyB PMSL Brad Wait till this hits ausmini Shall I start linking in the articles on how-to s for welding and rust removal ? Do I sense a keeness to take to take to a MINI with a welder?? Fear not, for rust is lighter than metal, therefore with less weight you can go actually faster!! Think of it as natures own random carbon fibre mods. ==== Waht hapens if you use the spel chek button====

May 24th, 2006, 04:46 PM	#12 (permalink)
swamos MINI Traitor Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 5,548 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Megan Bu99er!!! Thanks for the 'heads up' Andrew. I followed the link and had a read, then I went straight outside, followed by Nick and Liam - and checked my car, as it is an 08/02 build. Sure enough - rust under the trim on the driver's side door NOT HAPPY JAN!!! Checked the passenger side also, but that seems to be okay - so far. NOT GOOD Will be talking to Alto Artarmon about this at the same time as having the airbag light looked at again. May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!! Yep... welcome to my world Mine has that problem on both sides.

May 24th, 2006, 10:55 PM	#13 (permalink)
Smurfn Smurfing Around Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Newcastle, NSW Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 42,699 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Megan May I suggest that anyone with an 02 build, especially, goes and checks this out. The trim is very easy to lift up, and replace again. Well worth checking!! Might have to check mine then Let us know what they say and do about it http://www.flickr.com/photos/cheezelsmurf/

May 24th, 2006, 11:38 PM	#14 (permalink)
MiniFr34k fr34king n00b! My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sydney Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 2,200 Offline	RE RUST: Iam really worried.. given that ive a 02 mcs, and already have had some of the weirdest faults on the car already, this might be another one.

May 25th, 2006, 09:21 AM	#15 (permalink)
"Megan" MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sydney Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 1,768 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MiniFr34k RE RUST: Iam really worried.. given that ive a 02 mcs, and already have had some of the weirdest faults on the car already, this might be another one. I spoke to Matthew at Alto Artarmon today and am taking my car in on Monday to have the airbag light issue looked at, along with the rust issue on the driver's side door. I will let you know what happens. Swamos - I asked Matthew about the airbag light - and whether it meant the system had been deactivated or not. He said that as it hasn't been tested out, he advises everyone that the system may not activate and to assume that it won't work. However, there are some who believe that in the event of an accident they will all go off, instead of the specific ones needed. So, I guess, what he is essentially saying, is err on the side of caution. Like he said, he wouldn't want to be the first one to test this out!! I think BMW should take this issue seriously and do some of their own testing!! If, in fact, we are driving around with an inactivated airbag system, due to a design/manufacturer fault - then the car is not 'suitable for purpose' and it needs to be rectified, once and for all, ASAP!!!

May 27th, 2006, 01:07 PM	#16 (permalink)
MickyD MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 3,780 Offline	checked my car for the door-opening-under-seal-rust issue today, and I've got a few spots starting under there.....

May 27th, 2006, 01:25 PM	#17 (permalink)
"Megan" MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sydney Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 1,768 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MickyD checked my car for the door-opening-under-seal-rust issue today, and I've got a few spots starting under there..... We checked John G's car today, and he has as well. His car is a 2005 model - not good Me thinks MINI dealers all over the country are going to be having MINI owners taking their MINI in for the rust problem to be sorted!

May 27th, 2006, 01:47 PM	#18 (permalink)
Mr G Its not me - Its you Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Spiffington Manse Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 3,129 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Megan I also read on one of the other related threads, that Alto Artarmon had come up with possibly a better way to fix the issue, so I will be asking about this as well. Just hoping they didn't come up with it before March, otherwise, it means it hasn't worked Alto's Artarmon are completely useless in my experience. they replaced a clutch and a supercharger trying to fix a noisy air con. they jammed visible ugly bits of foam in my windscreen trying to stop the dashbaord from rattling - and left greasy handprints all over the screen, and a boot print on the seat. find another dealer before your car explodes. I love Warsaw. Where else can you hug a pole? If you have any information, any information at all, please contact me as I'm writing an encyclopaedia.

May 28th, 2006, 12:02 AM	#19 (permalink)
Tit Still kickin' along Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 08:09 AM Posts: 3,140 Offline	Took my car into Adelaide BMW and they took photos and have sent them to head office....Service manager looked a bit concerned....

May 28th, 2006, 12:08 AM	#20 (permalink)
Baker Being normal is not fun! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Newcastle, Australia Local Time: 07:09 AM Posts: 4,270 Offline	Will try and check mine today .

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