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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.

This John Cooper Works GP2 sport steering wheel fits in as a direct swap out piece from MINI, & is much desired by owners due to its nice feel and thicker grip section. This wheel includes eye-catching red stitching on the inseam. Does not include airbag. Includes JCW black blank control pads and bottom insert. Requires removal of the airbag and older steering wheel, professional installation recommended. Not for Automatics with paddle shifters, unless modified.

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.

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 27mm hex-head protrusion for easy turning with an end wrench or socket. Order now and have one on hand for your next oil change.

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.

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.

The headlight design of the MINI Cooper defines the car's character more so than any other feature. MINI is now offering stunning Bi-Xenon headlights in Titanium-Gray housings for the 09/2009+ Cooper. The genuine MINI kit includes left and right side headlights, and retains the factory clear turn signals. NOTE: Additional coding will need to be done by a MINI dealership for strobe light elimination on startup.

Cracked, abrasion-blasted lenses don't just look bad, they reduce the effectiveness of your driving lights. Restore the good looks and lighting efficiency of your driving/rally lights with original MINI glass lenses. MINI uses real glass because it is tougher and more scratch resistant than plastic. Even glass wears out, however, as the lights are battered by road hazards and abrasives. In the end, new lenses are the only fix. Some dis-assembly and gluing is required to install these lenses, but the results are well worth the benefits to the discriminating MINI owner.

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.

This kit was made to upgrade your MINI interior center console with JCW GP 2 and JCW trim. This kit includes some of the most popular parts to help you complete the look you want.

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.

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.

An especially conspicuous wearing part in the cabin of your R55/R56 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.

Add either one (or both) of these trunk lid/front grille badges to your MINI driver, for a Gen2 JCW look. Or use in multiple locations for a touch of JCW on the exterior or interior. The bold black/red on chrome surfboard design adds a distinctive accent to any MINI. Peel-and-stick-easy to install, this is an essential upgrade for the discriminating MINI owner.

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!

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.

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.