Hi there, My Dad recently installed a new gearknob on my R56 Mini Cooper D by removing the silver plastic ring which holds the leather gaitor in place. In his wisdom he has snapped the clips on the ring when trying to reapply the trim after installing the gearknob. In fairness, he has offered...

Took my wifes car to kwik fit who did a diagnostic onit and found the gear selector lever needs changing. Any ideas how much this should cost? Any idea if its worth keeping the car as i think once the gear box starts to play up its hard to get it right? Any ideas how much the original part might...