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Many MINIs have logged significant miles to date, and most have road-weary suspension setups. KONI Struts and Shocks have been a favorite replacement choice for performance enthusiasts; they offer a perfect blend of even, more stable handling dynamics with ride compliance & comfort. KONI fine tunes their shocks & strut kits by application, refusing to take the 'one-size-fits-all' approach used by less thorough manufacturers. Available with Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) technology, KONI shocks & struts are a wise performance upgrade for your R50, R52, R53 MINI Cooper/Base/S.

Before your next stop light liftoff, add a space age digital system monitor to your cockpit. P3Cars Vent Integrated Digital Interface is a plug-and-play data display that "fits like factory," in easy view of the pilot seat. Pop it on and plug it into your car's onboard diagnostic connector. Then scroll through critical vehicle parameters and monitor manifold pressure, system temperatures, and other vital stats. No programming, coding, cutting, or splicing. Reads MINI Check engine codes and clears them with a touch of the button. Just tons of fun.

We have a pretty good idea of what dads really want in life: a full garage... tools on top of tools on top of accessories. Make this Father's Day little extra special and reward all his hard work by treating him with the gift of ECS Tuning and Schwaben. And don't forget ECS Tuning gift cards! We now have virtual giftcards sent to you via email for that last minute gift giver.

Avoid finding yourself without a key trim fastener - stock up for good with the Vaico BMW/MINI Fastener Assortment Kit. Designed with the DIY enthusiast or body shop in mind, this assortment comes stocked with clips for fender liners, interior trim, and body moldings, all in a convenient storage case. An extremely convenient kit for the discriminating MINI owner, you can now achieve a factory-perfect look instead of leaving crucial interior elements out of sorts.

Be bold. Bodacious! Bolt on beautiful European tail light kits for a look that makes your MINI turn heads. The kit includes a complete set of three light assemblies: left and right rear tail lights in red/ white with top center brake light in clear that lights up led red. Go Euro with the early style three bulb light integration, with turn signal in center. No special wiring. No coding or special switches needed. Plug. Play.

Exposure to sunlight, dirt, and harmful chemicals ages your MINI R52 Convertible trim, moldings, and seals between the convertible top and body. Eventually they will certainly fade, crack, and leak. Don't wait for water and dirt to permanently damage your trunk interior and its valuable contents. The original MINI convertible top molding kit comes with everything you need to do a professional-grade fix using common hand tools. Zero cutting, fitting, or trimming required; this complete repair solution includes all the screws and hardware you'll need for a painless installation.

Continual heat cycling and system debris will crack and eventually stain the expansion tank, also referred to as the coolant recovery bottle. Aging coolant tanks can cause several problems, including coolant loss, a leaking pressure cap that lowers system pressure, and a failed low-coolant level sensor. Now you can address all of these issues at once--or head them off before they become bigger problems--with a new coolant expansion tank for the R52/R53 MINI Cooper. The direct-fit tanks come ready to install with a new pressure cap.

Wheel spacers are a great way to get the look you want from your wheels. Set up a more aggressive stance by pushing the wheels out from the body. The hubcentric units can also serve as a cure for wheel rubbing when utilizing an aftermarket suspension setup. ECS offers a wide variety of sizes to give you the exact look you need - choose the ideal stance for your specific needs and tastes. Every ECS spacer is made from a high quality aluminum to keep weight to a minimum and effectively resist corrosion.

A stripped thread can turn an enjoyable weekend project into an unbearably frustrating experience, occasionally bringing the entire job to a complete halt. The Schwaben Thread Repair Kits were designed specifically for European cars with the most commonly used metric sized threads in mind, keeping your project in motion whenever metric threads are stripped or otherwise damaged. The kit contains everything to keep your project going - simply drill out the old thread, tap out the hole with the correct sized tap, and screw in a new insert with the installation tool.

Ever tried removing a radio trim bezel with a screwdriver or metal putty knife? Ugly. Ineffective. Metal prying tools gouge, scratch, and crack expensive interior parts adding needless cost and aggravation to any repair or accessory installation requiring trim panel removal. Stop the madness. Invest in one of our affordable trim removal kits. Large kit or small, our trim removal tools are made of tough, non-marring molded plastic, brightly colored so you won't leave them behind when the job is done. Do it right. Do it faster. Schwaben.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the MINI engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

Depo now offers Blackout Halogen Headlight Housings with Chrome rings for your MINI R50 R52 R53. The DOT/SAE compliant housings are finished in classic black matte with sophisticated chrome ring surrounds. These direct-fit headlights are designed to easily replace your factory units in less than an hour. The headlight design mimics the later Gen 1 MINI Halogen headlights, ensuring that this styling upgrade looks consistent with the rest of the car. Two H7 Bulbs are required per light housing.

Don't let conventional spacer options leave you feeling down and out. ECS bolt-on wheel spacers are the right way to push your wheels out to the fenders. These precision machined, 6061-T6 anodized black aluminum spacers have 4140 integral steel threads. Forget the perils of extra-long wheel bolts; these come complete with all the low profile bolts needed to properly torque the spacers to the hub in factory looking black and your wheels to the spacers. ECS bolt-on spacers will have your car sitting just wide.

If you're looking to replace your thermostat don't forget to also replace your hardware. Replacing your cooling system components will ensure your MINI has a long life. Avoid headaches altogether and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

We have a pretty good idea of what dads really want in life: a full garage - but not full of just anything. Ideally, dad needs the perfect tools to pour over every dimension of his baby on summer weekends and evenings. Make this Father's Day little extra special and reward all his hard work by treating him with the gift of Schwaben. Organization, mobility, vision, safety, and charging specialty tools give dad the motivation he needs to get out there and enjoy his hobby like a pro.

For over 35 years, Escort has been a leader in high-performance radar and laser detectors. Offering advanced features of convenience such as GPS, Bluetooth, and cell phone integration, as well as clever performance features like all-band ultimate radar/laser protection, 'instant on', and laser shifters, Escort radar detectors are the pinnacle of protection for the automotive enthusiast. ECS Tuning is proud to be your authorized dealer of Escort products, the most intelligent solution for discerning drivers.

Known world-wide primarily for their creative and original Porsche offerings, Rennline Inc. is not only the distributor, but manufacturer of the majority of products that wear the Rennline name. Speed bumps, potholes, and the occasional “off-track” excursion can cause serious damage to critical undercarriage components. The Rennline Alumuinum Skidplate is the best designed solution to the problem. While this gorgeous addition is rarely seen by onlookers, the peace of mind that comes with this expertly-engineered measure of protection brings more than enough satisfaction.

An area of the front of the R52 MINI that often receives road wear and damage is the fog lights. When the units become cracked, hazy, or excessively scuffed, the driver can lose visibility and the front of the car can look overly worn. Depo replacement Fog Lights mount on the lower front bumper, and are a direct replacement for your factory housings. Both left and right fog lights are included, and also come with a bulb and socket.

The MINI Steptronic transmission is highly sensitive to poorly filtered or low fluid levels. Symptoms of a transmission in need of service are lurching during acceleration and occasional gear slipping. The ECS Assembled MINI Steptronic Automatic Transmission Service kit are an excellent way to take care of your advanced automatic transmission in one servicing. The kit includes the transmission filter, pan gasket with gasket dowel pins (washers).

The growing Schwaben Tool catalog has just expanded again with the release of the superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable Schwaben hand tools - now available from ECS tuning. The new Schwaben 1/2" breaker bar has a full 180°swing for those hard to reach bolts and nuts. A complete set of Schwaben twelve-point metric combination wrenches from 8 to 19 mm is also available. Mechanic-quality 290mm and 200mm long ratchets featuring a durable fine satin finish round off this latest premium tool release.

Your wheels and tires require a little extra care and attention, especially during storage. ECS offers several smart & simple storage solutions, specifically designed for your Vehicle. The Schwaben Wheel Tree is a non-marring Wheel Rack, allowing you to safely store your wheels & tires upright in close corners. The Schwaben Wheel & Tire Rack saves your floor space, securely mounting your wheels & tires on the wall.

We are here to help. Our team of sales enthusiasts are here to assist you with all of your German auto parts needs until 11pm EST weekdays. We are also here on Saturdays from 10am -7pm. For assistance outside of these hours please email [email protected] and we will get you an answer.

Fresh coolant is paramount to safe & reliable engine operation. Unfortunately, the process of bleeding air out of your cooling system during a coolant refresh is tedious and therefore often neglected. ECS offers a highly convenient solution to the tedium & frustration associated with a coolant servicing – the Schwaben Coolant Evacuation Kit. The unique kit resolves several common cooling system issues: - No heat or overheating, or erratic temperature gauge readings after a cooling system service - Problems with coolant uptake or circulation - Cooling system leaks

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Add some customization to your roof rack base bars with a colored Euro pitchfork from RockyMounts. A great, high quality, all-aluminum bike rack that costs substantially less than an OE piece but functions at a higher level. The lowest profile upright bike mount on the market BrassKnuckles are easy to use and fold flat for a quiet, fuel efficient drive. Recieve 20% off your purchase until May 31st !

Milltek's MINI offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that come from experience developing prototype exhaust designs in highly demanding circumstances for race teams throughout the world. Every single Milltek product offering is designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. Milltek tests each system on their own dynometer through many miles of subjective analysis, fine tuning each component of each system for its specific application. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems.

Forge Motorsport has developed a reputation for premium performance upgrades that address oftentimes overlooked areas of your vehicle. ECS offers an extensive range of some of the most impressive Forge products for your MINI R52 R53 S/JCW. The Alloy Power Assisted Steering Fluid Tank is a stunning piece, dressing up your engine bay while increasing the durability and longevity of the unit. The stock rubber hoses on the MINI can often split, swell, and break over time. Forge offers chemical and corrosion-resistant Silicone Intake Hoses, available in Red, Black and Blue.

The easy to use Schwaben Bleeding Products allow you to bleed and flush your fluid systems with the convenience and accuracy of a professional. The line of fully-loaded pressure bleeders are undoubtedly the best-performing products of their kind available on the market today. Also available with this release is the convenient 11mm Brake Bleeder Wrench, allowing you to bleed your front and rear brakes with one easy to use tool. Schwaben also offers a catch bottle that holds a full 1 Liter of fluid and features easy to read oil level marks for accurate draining.

Now offered by ECS tuning Front DigitalFit Floor Mats for your R52 MINI Cooper. Available in Tan, Black, and Gray, WeatherTech mats offer all-weather protection to endure the harshest conditions. FloorLiner™ DigitalFit® technology accurately and completely lines the interior carpet giving "absolute interior protection™"! Be sure to also check out the custom-fitted TechShade® Windshield Sun Shade for your MINI.

From Schwaben Specialty Tools comes a tool every home mechanic should have in his arsenal. The 61" long adjustable Engine Support Bar adapts to any vehicle width, and supports a full 1000 lb weight rating. The support bar includes four rubber padded feet to prevent slipping and damage to your car's finish, while powder coating guarantees durability. A deluxe version of the support bar includes two-direction stability for added support. The Schwaben Engine Support Bar is the perfect tool for projects like engine mount replacement, subframe work, FWD transmission repair & more.

Chemical Guys put the power of raw science to work in a complete professional detailing 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. From the exceptional MR. PINK Super Suds Surface Cleanser to the Sticky Gel Citrus-Based Wheel & Rim Cleaner, each CG release represents the most advanced, effective, and downright cool cleaning product of its kind.