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Most of us have to admit to sleeping through a chemistry class--or two--after a rough night. The good news is the Chemical Guys didn't. Now they've put the power of Raw Science to work in a complete professional car care line that combines surface-safe cleaners with lasting protectants and sealers. Stop squirting dish detergent into a bucket. Remove the toughest dirt, even from alloy wheels, and restore your car's exterior and interior finishes to a rich, lasting luster.

LED bulbs are a stunning revolution for the world of automotive lighting and it’s easy to see why. LED bulbs are vastly superior to stock bulbs, as they have a higher light output and are far more efficient. Installing these Ziza LED bulbs is a breeze, as you just pop out the old bulb and insert a new one, giving you incredible lighting in a matter of moments. This kit will transform your entire interior to bright white light. Improve your interior lighting experience, open your door to a world of stunning light from Ziza.

This snap-in storage cubby tray is a fast and easy way to add extra storage for small items. Straight from the Euro market, it comes in panther black to match the original dash panels. The grippy rubber tray liner helps keep small items from sliding around. A spare rectangular hole in the panel accepts a stock switch so you can control any accessory you choose, or you can cover the hole with the blind plate included in the kit.

Weathered or damaged lug bolts can detract significantly from your MINI's curb appeal. Worn bolt heads also present the risk of stripping when attempting wheel removal, making changing wheels or tires a headache. ECS offers exact direct-fit wheel bolt replacements for your MINI; choose from black-zinc or silver coating - both are corrosive resistant, OEM-quality sets.

The SYLVANIA Headlight Restoration Kit contains everything you need to restore your headlight lenses to their original condition: 1 Oz. Surface Activator ½ Oz. Clarifying Compound 1 Oz. UV-Blocking Clear Coat Waterproof Premium Sandpaper (400, 1000, and 2000 grit) Applicator and Polish Cloths Protective Tape Vinyl Glove

To secure shocks and struts to their mounts, the retaining nut must be torqued to its proper specification using a torque wrench. Strut nut sockets allow for the use of an allen wrench to hold the damper shaft while utilizing your torque wrench on the socket to achieve proper torque. An improper torque value may result in premature mount failure - or worse. Some aftermarket strut nut sizes differ from what was originally found on the vehicle. Please measure your nuts to be sure - alternatively, pick up our Schwaben 5 Piece Strut Nut Socket Set and be covered for all common sizes.

The MINI comes with excellent handling packages, but there's always room for improvement. Let H&R up your game with suspension products that pick up where MINI left off. Made in Germany, H&R sway bars are built on decades of experience designing world class suspension upgrades; then manufactured to old world standards where "excellence" is more than just a word.

Thoroughly engineered, well designed cars are known to require OEM replacement parts; aftermarket copies offer cheap, immediate satisfaction, without applying the advanced engineering methods used on the rest of the car. Your MINI is just such a vehicle - designed the correct way from the factory, with very little tolerance for cost-cutting imitation. The genuine OEM MINI fuel filter is the only acceptable replacement unit for your car, and the only one guaranteed by MINI to adequately screen out dirt, rust particles, and other contaminants from your fuel system.

A wonderfully simple remedy for your grocery-getter, the direct-fit Grocery Bag Holder keeps your purchases secure and upright, preventing an annoying mess. Looking like a large comb, the unit mounts with screws in location on the back seat rest in the trunk section. A nice way to add a place to hook items so they will not slide around in the trunk/boot when turning, Gen 1 MINI owners will appreciate the simplicity and ingenuity of this time-saving addition.

Genuine OEM front and rear (4 total) floor mats add a velour look while introducing a level of weather protection to your MINI's interior. Tastefully adorned with stitched MINI emblems, black piping guarantees color matching with your application. Stitched into the accelerator pedal area of the driver side mat is a thick velour protective insert. The reverse side of the driver and passenger mat have additional hook and loop anchor points, eliminating sliding. Genuine MINI parts mean perfect fitment - these mats fill your full floor wells.

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Whether you're skiing, snow boarding, or cycling, RockMounts roof rack accessories are as easy to load as they are good looking. For a weekend with nature, a 14er Cargo Cage Roof Basket will handle up to 150 pounds of camping gear. Its scooped grille design keeps items in place, and sheds water and snow. The next time you plan a getaway, plan to take RockyMounts.

The pros know. Doing the job right means having the right tools. MINI owners who demand the best for their motorcars will appreciate the Schwaben oil filter housing removal socket. Unlike ham-fisted techniques using adjustable pliers or other improvised tools, the Schwaben socket is designed to grip the cartridge filter housing cleanly and securely to prevent cosmetic damage. Made of durable chrome vanadium, the socket has a 36mm hex-head protrusion for easy turning with an end wrench or socket. Order now and have one on hand for your next oil change.

Bald tires? Curbed wheels? Start the season right with some clean new wheels and fresh rubber. Everything you need to mount on the car and drive - while skipping the trip to the tire shop! Includes a set of four 17x7" ET48 MINI R90 BBS Alloy Wheels, Pirelli P Zero asymmetrical Run Flat High performance tires and MINI Center caps.

These headlights are designed to look like the later Gen 1 MINI OEM HID Projector headlights but utilize H7 high and low beam bulbs. Feature plastic lenses with black housing, chrome reflective backing and black exterior rings. They are plug and play. Add some Ziza H7 bulbs for multiple output colors. Features: • Manual adjustable leveling • E-code cutoffs on the projector LHD ( left hand drive ) • Black matt housing with reflective chrome only in the needed areas. • Black shinny trim rings to match the matt housing. *Does not contain headlight washers.

If you need technical information about your MINI, for repair or simply for personal satisfaction, a Haynes Repair Manual is a must-have item. DIYers will appreciate the detaile procedures and reference data that have made Haynes a go-to trusted source of information, and the industry benchmark for aftermarket technical books on European makes. Owners hungry for a better understanding of the technology and features that make MINI special will enjoy the richly illustrated, detailed explanations of vehicle components, assemblies, and operating strategies.

Clogged or dirty cabin air filters can significantly reduce airflow from the cabin vents, as well as introduce allergens into the cabin air stream. By filtering out dust and dirt, those contaminants don't make it into your HVAC system, making everything work easier and cleaner. This is an active carbon filter, which helps prevent incoming odors from permeating the cabin. When replacing your cabin air filter, also consider changing out your air, fuel and oil filters as well. Typically, these four are done during your regularly scheduled maintenance.

When you're on a long driving adventure, you can't trust FM radio or your scratched CD collection to provide for your listening needs. Take advantage of modern music players with this 3.5mm jack Aux Cable retrofit kit. This Genuine MINI kit includes a comprehensive factory installation guide and all necessary hardware. You can even mount it in the factory glovebox location. Expand your auditory options while preserving the factory stereo system! * Only compatible with MINI factory stereo decks in first generation MINIs. Does not work with 2002 models or cassette deck stereos.

The MINI power steering line repair kit was made to repair both the return and suction line that are located between the power steering pump and reservoir. These lines are known to leak, requiring replacement. Genuine MINI parts guarantee fitment and longevity, so you take care of this job the right way the first time. The kit is complete - The power steering return line, suction line, suction line clamps (upper and lower), return line upper clamp, two return line washers, sealing ring, and hollow bolt are all included.

Winter wheels FINALLY getting put away? Store or transport your wheels while showing your love for MINI. These packs of 2 or 4 wheel storage and transport bags slip over the tire for easy moving. Durable handle allows you to carry a wheel in each hand without coating them with brake dust. Excellent for storage of winter or spare wheels, keeping them safe by protecting the lip. A Must have accessory for any MINI enthusiast.

The Volkswagen Audi Group catalog includes more than just Volkswagens and Audis. This results in more than a couple overlaps in parts, for both performance and styling. If you know where to look, that is. We do. ECS Tuning brings you the front lip spoiler from the European-only SEAT Cupra R. This lip features an aggressive design not found on any US-market car. While not exactly direct-fit, with some slight tweaking, you can give your Golf a unique appearance that will have other enthusiasts guessing. And to sweeten the deal, take a look at the price!

An especially conspicuous wearing part in the cabin of your R50/53 MINI is the armrest lid. Spirited shifting is often the main culprit, while years of regular use and neglect don't help. Genuine Armrest Lid replacements mean exact color matching and factory-quality direct fitment.

Take the danger and aggravation out of lifting your MINI with the ECS Tuning Jack Pad Adapter. Designed to fit the head of a standard floor jack, the adapter has a rectangular head that firmly engages the chassis jack pads. Positive engagement at jack head and chassis resists jack slippage and shifting, while the raised adapter head prevents damage to rocker panel trim and underbody panels. Made of black anodized aluminum for added strength and corrosion resistance, the adapter fits the head of most hydraulic floor jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy.

This brawny 12-point socket set is a great set to have on-hand for any European car owner. The hefty ½ inch-drive shank accepts breaker bar, impact guns, or torque wrenches. Specially hardened to take the added abuse from a impact gun, these sockets are also coated for added protection and so you can tell them apart from non impact rated sockets. Significant internal depth allows for use with a range of applications with varying length shafts. Made of durable chrome vanadium steel, these sockets are tough enough to get the job done.

This is the orange ring that slides over the center console cigarette power outlet or rear trunk power outlet. These sometimes snap and then slide around the outlet hole. When interior lights are on, a small bulb illuminates this piece. Great to replace for a tight flush fit.

Now you can stack your extra wheels without the danger of scratches and scuffs. This wheel storage rack keeps your wheels spaced apart, and being on locking casters, allows you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. Sturdy steel construction and a wide base means this wheel rack won't tip over. Holds up to 275lbs - enough for most any wheel & tire set. Fits up to 8½" wide wheels, depending on offset.

This FlipTop Center Armrest Console, available on European MINI models, is a bolt-on option that increases the functionality and comfort of your driving position. An interior storage compartment and a rear hinge that lets you to flip it out of the way increase the usability of your MINI's cabin. And the supple leather-trimmed top gives your arm a respite from steering and shifting. This armrest is a Genuine MINI product, so fit and finish are superb. Installs easily using simple hand tools. Get one and motor on in comfort!

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes on your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Ziza lighting is proud to introduce LED license plate bulbs for your MINI that will not cause a "bulb out" warning. These are direct replacement bulbs that install in minutes, there is no need to wire up fancy resistors or rework your factory wiring to get them functioning properly.

Massive rotors, multiple-piston brakes, and advanced pads are glamorous, eye-catching upgrades to your vehicle. But experienced enthusiasts know that all that stopping power relies on adequately bled brake lines. Your brake fluid is incompressible, like a metal; but air is compressible, so ridding your lines of this gas is imperative for fully realized braking power and response. ECS has an array of solutions to tighten up your braking system, including a Power Brake Bleeder, multiple synthetic Brake Fluid options, and a premium Schwaben Brake Bleeder Wrench.

Take one for the road with the Genuine MINI Oil Storage Bag. This handsome soft cover zippered bag holds a quart or liter bottle of emergency oil, just in case your engine ends up a quart low on a dirt road near Grizzly Gulch, Montana. To keep you clean, the bag comes with paper funnels, gloves, hand wipes, and towels. Velco strips keep the bag attached to the trunk liner, conveniently out of your way, but ready for use in an instant.

Horn blasts and sideswipe near misses during lane changes are scary stuff. If you're lucky, all you get is a massive dose of horn before swerving back to your own lane. Where did HE come from? Genuine European MINI heated Blind Spot mirrors expand your rear vision area to include that guy shadowing your quarter panel. Easy to install, these mirrors look good, and make merging with traffic a non-contact sport.