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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!

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. Mann is the industry leader in replacement automotive filters - experience has given them unique insight into the needs of every filter application. The Mann cabin filter provides pure clean air to breath, something everyone in the vehicle will appreciate.

An especially conspicuous wearing part in the cabin of your R57 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 kit is for the convertible MINI to seal the top fabric to the boot / trunk upper panels. The seal can start to deteriorate over time and peel along with the chrome trim fading. They seal the bottom of the convertible top to the truck cabin and keep the dirt and water out. So if yours is looking old, replace it and restore the look of your MINI convertible. This kit is for the left and right hand side in the rear of the vehicle.

The new MINI DRL retrofit is three lights in a single housing. Key-on engine-running, a bright halo of LED illumination acts as a Daytime Running Light (DRL) for an attractive look and added safety. In the parking light position, the light switches from a halo to a projector half moon of light to mark your corners. For fog or other low visibility driving, a half moon of projected light and center bar fog light combine to let you see, and be seen. Three lighting functions; one handsomely boxed kit that makes a great gift for any MINI owner, including you.

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.

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.

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. Just tons of fun.

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!

As a MINI owner, you're most certainly aware that it's the small things that count. The only truly functional piece of MINI apparel, the unique Gen 2 key fob has undoubtedly become a familiar companion. It makes sense then to add a little style and freshness to such an oft used item. The Genuine MINI chrome key fob trim has been updated from plastic to brilliant, durable metal - promising driving pleasure before you even step in the car.

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.

More traffic means more traffic accidents. But because we know you aren't going to stay home to avoid the risk, we offer these mirrors to improve visibility and safety. These mirrors are a double threat. Aspherical for increased blind spot visibility, and heated to avoid icing or fogging. Because they are Genuine MINI parts, you are assured of quality and fitment. Plug-and-play for your MINI. Get them, and get safe!

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.

Having proper use of your emergency brake in your MINI is a must. These brake cables over time can develop rust under the rubber boot and corrode the cable making it stick in place. If your emergency brake seems to stick and lock your rear brake, this might be your problem. Replace both sides and ensure proper brake release. Includes left and right side emergency cables.

By now, sun and the elements have undoubtedly taken their toll on your MINI's cowl covers. Once a dark matte black finish, they have probably faded to gray, requiring constant attention to keep them looking good. Both sides of this cowl cover are more than a styling statement; one has a built-in access panel to the brake fluid reservoir, and the other has an integrated battery cover.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and consistent stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. The interior fabric mesh of factory-style rubber lines can deteriorate over time, causing the aged materials to expand under hard braking, whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. Our lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, allowing expansion resistance. This resistance to expansion creates a firmer pedal, and more direct pedal feel.

Add a Euro look to your US spec MKV Golf or Jetta with European style and projector headlights. Not only are these headlights an upgrade in the looks department; they also upgrade how well you can see. The halogen projectors and Euro lenses provide brighter, clearer light in an improved pattern. It's easy. Plug in, switch on, and turn heads.

The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, now available from ECS tuning. The new 30" to 67" Car Ramps are available with a regular or low-profile design. Specially made to accommodate vehicles with low bumper clearance, the low-profile ramps eliminate the risk of body damage & the dangers of sliding ramps. These Schwaben Ramps are made from advanced EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam with a special anti-skid coating, preventing sliding while adding additional structural strength.

Schwaben Specialty Tools is known for releasing clever, highly useful automotive tools that make owning a European car less frustrating and more fun. Two new exciting product releases - the Mechanic's Stethoscope and the Scraper, Pick and Hook set - are superb examples of Schwaben reliability and ingenuity. Featuring an aluminum probe & rubber trumpet, the Schwaben Stethoscope makes finding vacuum leaks, pressure flow noises, and knocks infinitely more simple. The Scraper, Hook And Pick Set is an indispensable kit with endless uses, from carbon cleaning to picking out o-rings.

The road is filled with hazards, lying in wait, ready to pounce, bounce, and bash your car. Rocks. Cans. Bottles. And some mystery thingy that just dropped off the dump truck ahead of you. Protect your MINI and improve its aerodynamics with the GP2 belly pan. Made of a plastic composite with embedded fiber strands for added strength, this pan is a direct-fit installation, and ONLY ECS Tuning has the additional hardware needed. Tough enough to protect your engine, tight enough to keep it cleaner. Vented for cooling and aerodynamics. Go for it!

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.

Give 'em what they really want the most: cold, hard cash. Buy a traditional ECS Tuning plastic gift card and include it as a sweet surprise for a special someone. Need something fast? We have an entirely new virtual gift card for last-minute shoppers (and those who don't want to wait for delivery of a plastic card). Just order an ECS virtual gift card in any denomination from 5 to 1000 dollars, and we'll fire it off to your email box in minutes. Then pass it along to friend or family member and let them activate the card and order anything they like from the ECS site.

The Valeo Replacement Wiper Blades for Gen 1/2 MINI's are a simple direct-fit replacement for imperfect original parts. And because so much of MINI's charm lies in their strict attention to detail, the Valeo option is visually identical to the original piece.

A highly effective method of unseating over-tightened or corroded screws and bolts, the impact driver accomplishes two important tasks with the blow of a hammer—positively engaging the bolt or screw head while twisting it counter-clockwise. Stripping a critical bolt or screw can stop your project in its tracks, and necessitate hours of tedious labor. Choose the tool professionals use for the job, and leave time for more enjoyable pursuits.

The Fumoto 14mm oil drain valve replaces your Volkswagen or Audi OE drain plug for fast, easy oil changes. Its spring-loaded valve has a quick release tab that makes changing oil a snap. Just push and turn to drain. All metal construction assures years of trouble-free service. Includes a threaded brass extension for oil pans with recessed drain plugs. A good idea. Long overdue.

Small pleasures make life fun. Take your MINI; small in size, big on looks. Why not sprinkle a little added flavor over that small pleasure with a set of bright white LEDs for the front position lights. This new item is another bright idea from Ziza.