MINI Repair & Service in Marlborough, MA
MINIs are BMWs underneath, and we treat them that way: ISTA diagnostics, genuine and OE parts, and technicians who know their engines.
MINI service done properly
We service Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works, Clubman and Countryman models, from the older N14 and N18 Cooper S to the current B38 and B48 cars. ISTA covers MINI the same way it covers BMW, so we can run guided diagnostics, register batteries, code modules and update software in-house.
Common MINI problems we fix
- Timing chain: chain stretch and tensioner wear on N14 and N18 Cooper S engines.
- Oil leaks: oil filter housing, valve cover and oil pan gaskets.
- Cooling system: water pumps, thermostat housings and coolant hoses.
- Carbon buildup: intake valve cleaning on direct-injection engines.
- Ignition: coils and spark plugs, especially on turbocharged models.
- Suspension: control-arm bushings, struts and mounts.
MINI services
- Oil service and Condition Based Service resets
- ISTA diagnostics, coding and programming
- Timing chain, cooling and oil-leak repair
- Clutch and transmission service
- Brakes, suspension and alignment
- JCW and Cooper S performance: intakes, downpipes and supporting mods
Want more from your MINI? Build your car and see what your power goal takes.
Request a call back
Leave your number and we'll call you back during shop hours. Add your VIN and we can look up your car before we call.
MINI questions
Do you use dealer-level diagnostics on MINI?
Yes. ISTA, BMW's factory software, covers MINI, so we diagnose, code and program MINIs the same way the dealer does.
Is the timing chain on my Cooper S a problem?
The N14 and N18 engines in 2007 to 2016 Cooper S models are known for timing chain wear. A rattle on cold start is the usual warning sign. We can inspect it and tell you where yours stands.
Do you do performance work on MINIs?
Yes, hardware and supporting mods on JCW and Cooper S models. Software tuning is handled by independent tuners. Tell us your goal and we'll plan the build.