Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Here are 7 of the biggest issues you might have if you're looking for a R53 Cooper S 20+ years after they were produced. Some of these are common and others are less known. I also share how to remedy each flaw. Enjoy!

0:00 Intro
1:44 Service history after 21 years and 120k miles
2:45 #1 gas pedal modulation
4:20 #2 incessant rattles
5:21 #3 mushrooming strut towers
5:54 #4 coolant tank crack
6:22 #5 power steering fan failure
7:50 #6 supercharger oil needs changing
9:49 #7 if it doesn't leak oil it's not a Mini Cooper