Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago

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Here are 20 interesting things you might not know about the R53 Cooper S:

1 frameless window protection
2 convenient opening w/fob
3 convenient closing w/key
4 valet lights inside
5 valet light on ground (door)
6 side markers activate via stalk when car is off
7 valet headlights activate via stalk when car is off
8 Mini logo hidden in radio controls
9 warning, no wine!
10 ventilated glove box
11 under seat vents
12 heated headlight washers
13 rear fog option
14 park distance control (p. 78)
15 motion and tilt alarm (p. 41)
16 rear hatch secret storage
17 rear hatch latches
18 the laws of physics... (p. 73)
19 secret menu
20 cup holders when glove box open (not mentioned in video)