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joshydee · Sep 25th, 2007, 11:31 PM

hi folks, i know its been covered but i want an answer with this mini.
Ive got a Mini cooper 2003 (manufactured 2002) and am finding a clicking noise between gears and noise when driving specifically noticable at lower speeds (20mph in 3rd and 4th) almost a loud rattle but sounds like its coming from the n/s of the car.... its only covered 33000 miles. I assume my warranty has ended as its 3 years or 60k whichever comes first, is that correct? has their been a recall for this? any info much appreciated
regards
josh

Rakey · Sep 25th, 2007, 11:54 PM

thread moved to first generation, and welcome to the joys of owning a pre-facelifted MINI, if you search this forum you will see that the gear box is a common fault with the old midland box

MarsLandingParty · Sep 26th, 2007, 10:05 AM

you would be out of warranty, and no, I'm afraid its not a recall, just an expensive repair bill.

I too have a prefacelift, and decided to get a 6 speed conversion, as done by 1320 autos, see link below for my review, this i cannot recommend enough....i know many people who are on their 3rd/4th midlands and are just wasting their money replacing they're g/box with another problematic one

http://www.mini2.com/forum/engine-dr...-feedback.html

humph · Sep 26th, 2007, 10:38 AM

Speak to a good dealer (do some research on which one) and speak to them. Not familiar with this particular problem (mine was different) but lets assume the worst. With the car only having 33k on it you may get some sympathy, and some assistance with the cost of a repair/replacement. Not sure how likely this will be if the car is a long time out of warranty. You didn't buy it from the MINI Cherished scheme anytime in the last 12 months did you?

If you do have to cover all of the replacement costs yourself then Marslandingparty's suggestion is certainly worth considering, it would be my choice. May be a bit more pricey, but should be a much better solution. The midland box is notorious.

Good luck.

MarsLandingParty · Sep 26th, 2007, 10:56 AM

Agree with Humph there, if yo don't get joy with the dealer, then kick up a stink with MINI UK, you may get futher with them.

humph · Sep 26th, 2007, 11:01 AM

Let us know where you are joshy and we may be able to advise on a good dealer in your area. Also have a look in the dealership feedback forum.

Sep 25th, 2007, 11:31 PM	#1
joshydee MINI2 Newbie My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2007 Local Time: 09:59 PM Posts: 3 Offline	Gearbox Woes..... hi folks, i know its been covered but i want an answer with this mini. Ive got a Mini cooper 2003 (manufactured 2002) and am finding a clicking noise between gears and noise when driving specifically noticable at lower speeds (20mph in 3rd and 4th) almost a loud rattle but sounds like its coming from the n/s of the car.... its only covered 33000 miles. I assume my warranty has ended as its 3 years or 60k whichever comes first, is that correct? has their been a recall for this? any info much appreciated regards josh

Sep 25th, 2007, 11:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
Rakey Remember My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oxfordshire Local Time: 08:59 PM Posts: 50,029 Offline	thread moved to first generation, and welcome to the joys of owning a pre-facelifted MINI, if you search this forum you will see that the gear box is a common fault with the old midland box The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?

Sep 26th, 2007, 10:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
humph Back To My Old Self Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Wind Local Time: 08:59 PM Posts: 2,717 Offline	Speak to a good dealer (do some research on which one) and speak to them. Not familiar with this particular problem (mine was different) but lets assume the worst. With the car only having 33k on it you may get some sympathy, and some assistance with the cost of a repair/replacement. Not sure how likely this will be if the car is a long time out of warranty. You didn't buy it from the MINI Cherished scheme anytime in the last 12 months did you? If you do have to cover all of the replacement costs yourself then Marslandingparty's suggestion is certainly worth considering, it would be my choice. May be a bit more pricey, but should be a much better solution. The midland box is notorious. Good luck. MODERN MINI OSCARS 2008 - BEST COOPER NOMINEE

Sep 26th, 2007, 11:01 AM	#6 (permalink)
humph Back To My Old Self Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Wind Local Time: 08:59 PM Posts: 2,717 Offline	Let us know where you are joshy and we may be able to advise on a good dealer in your area. Also have a look in the dealership feedback forum. MODERN MINI OSCARS 2008 - BEST COOPER NOMINEE

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Sep 26th, 2007, 10:05 AM	#3 (permalink)
MarsLandingParty Lobster Boy My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Peterborough, UK Local Time: 08:59 PM Posts: 40 Offline	you would be out of warranty, and no, I'm afraid its not a recall, just an expensive repair bill. I too have a prefacelift, and decided to get a 6 speed conversion, as done by 1320 autos, see link below for my review, this i cannot recommend enough....i know many people who are on their 3rd/4th midlands and are just wasting their money replacing they're g/box with another problematic one http://www.mini2.com/forum/engine-dr...-feedback.html

Sep 26th, 2007, 10:56 AM	#5 (permalink)
MarsLandingParty Lobster Boy My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Peterborough, UK Local Time: 08:59 PM Posts: 40 Offline	Agree with Humph there, if yo don't get joy with the dealer, then kick up a stink with MINI UK, you may get futher with them.

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