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Back when driving meant something more than relying on a host of computer systems and auto-functions that replace human inputs, cars were meant to be enjoyed. That left their interiors spartan and utilitarian, with all focus centered upon the driver. Today, cupholders, autopilot, and the ever-annoying armrests plague our otherwise enthusiast vehicles in an attempt to widen the market who would otherwise avoid a 'driver's car.' Fortunately, if you have one of those pesky armrests in an F55 through F57 MINI, get rid of it with the Genuine MINI Center Console Armrest Delete and stop nai

KONI Engineering took the latest generation of KONI’s proven, patented Frequency Selective Damping Technology and integrated it into a new product line that provides an unparalleled ride and handling experience. The Special ACTIVE damper adapts to changing road surfaces to provide superior comfort and handling performance. Your MINI will be more responsive and your ride will be smoother over imperfect road surfaces. KONI’s ACTIVE Technology rivals the expensive electronic ride control systems built into many new MINI at a fraction of the price.

With modern cars, there are so many systems and functions that complicate diagnosis of issues and even just basic maintenance. Take the headache and guessing out of working on your cars with the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool! Coding, diagnostics, customization, and more; all in the palm of your hand.

We are clearing house! We have scratch and dent products that we need out of our inventory to make room for bigger and better things. We have reduced their price until they are GONE. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out. Limited time, limited stock, huge savings. Happy Hunting!

Tired of laying on your back when you have to crawl under your car? If you're like us, you want to make things as easy as possible for the best experience you can have wrenching. That's why our creepers, stools, mechanics' pads, and other handy shop items from Schwaben were developed; so you can have a comfortable, productive, and enjoyable experience every time you roll under your car for some work.

Milltek's MINI offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that comes from experience, developing prototype exhaust designs 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 dynamometer 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.

Almost every dealership will offer you a ‘protective coating’ that prevents dirt, grime, and water spots from marring your paint while creating a hard shell to protect it from chips or other damage. This is often an incredibly expensive and time-consuming purchase that is exclusive to new cars or cars purchased from a dealership. Now, thanks to Sonax, you have the ceramic power in your hands with this professional-grade ceramic protection kit for your car! Finish off your wash with the best protection possible from Sonax.

If you are a performance-minded enthusiast looking to save weight wherever possible or just want a set of very high-quality wheel bolts that won't rust, ECS Titanium Wheel Bolts are exactly what you need. ECS Titanium Wheel Bolts are 50% lighter than steel bolts of the same size, thus reducing rotational mass on the vehicle. They are CNC'd from annealed titanium alloy and when tested to class 10.9 fastener proof load requirements, they showed no signs of fatigue or failure.

It's time to take the guesswork out of car repairs, our powerful scan tools help create a map to the issue at hand. Schwaben by Foxwell has an assortment of brand specific tools that all have the ability to read both brand specific trouble codes and general OBD for all other OBDII vehicles. The next step up is our tablet, this isn't only for shops at this price, it's perfect for the multi-brand owner or side mechanic. Our scan tools give you the power to know what's going on before going to the shop or DIY.

Euro Impulse brings a motorsport-inspired driving experience to your fingertips with their Carbon Fiber Flat-Bottom Steering Wheels for your MINI. The connection to your car starts with your hands on the wheel, so why not make your engagement as awesome as it can be? Euro Impulse Carbon Fiber Steering Wheels are the best way to provide a noticeable change in how you interact with your MINI. The attractive looks, a more satisfying grip, and an ergonomic shape of your new wheel is sure to keep you driving as often as possible.

Excessive pedal travel is the time you take during your shifts that translates to no power transfer. Our new Clutch Pedal Stop eliminates 'dead travel' of the clutch pedal so you have a precisely positioned maximum pedal travel. This will help improve the speed of your gear changes and is incredibly effective for hard launches of the car. Improve your driving experience today in your MINI with our brand new Clutch Pedal Stop!

In Latin, Invidia is a gaze of envy, to look closely at something with almost an evil eye. Certainly fitting, then, for Invidia exhaust, which adds a dashing visual improvement thanks to their gorgeous stainless steel exhaust systems. Beyond looks alone, the almost malicious attitude from the twin pipes' glare is supported by an engaging and explosive sound that makes your MINI something truly to provide a source of jealousy and enjoyment.

With the prohibition of the steel tow ring in multiple racing series, a new more close-quarter racing friendly solution was needed. Introducing the Turner Motorsport Poly Tow Straps! These polyester tow straps are the best tow strap available for the modern MINI chassis. Using a heavy-duty, chemical-resistant polyester strap webbed around a stainless steel stud. This design allows for tow hooks to grab onto it without hitting your bumper. If you are racing your MINI, a Turner Motorsport Poly Tow Strap is a must have track accessory.

Winter months keep us from enjoying our cars, especially in areas with heavy salt use on the roads. Each time we get behind the wheel, we almost hear rust beginning in all the nooks and crannies under and around your car. With FERTAN Rust Converter, you can stop those rust problems as they start! The converter neutralizes rust by converting it to an inert state, halting its progression, and allows you to clean off the rusted surface easily to be prepped for further repair. Don't let rust get you down, solve it with FERTAN Rust Converter!

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Even when new, factory style fabric mesh lined rubber hoses are prone to expand under the pressure of hard braking; whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. ECS lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, which resists expansion. The result is a firmer and more direct pedal feel for your MINI Cooper.

Since 1996, Forge Motorsport has provided innovation, clever design, and highest quality manufacturing from their in-house CNC machine shop. Not only has Forge Motorsport made a name for themselves in supplying OE manufacturers with valves, intercoolers, and actuators, but they have excelled in the world of Motorsport with a heavy presence in F1, WRC, Rally X, and Le Mans. Brand new from Forge is the Limited Edition Gold Diverter Valve for the N14 and N18 Engines! Be unique with this exclusive BOV from one of the most accomplished performance companies around.

Do you trust your car's battery? It's your car's sole source of power, and it may leave you helpless if you have no jumper cables or anyone to help. Now you can handle these dangerous situations with the Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit. Just about the size of a phone, it holds the power to jump your car's battery and get you going again -- and again, three or four more times on a single charge! This is your all-in-one go-to lifeline. Jump start your car, charge your cell phone, and use its flashlight to stay safe and prevent emergency situations. Never leave home without it!

Now is the perfect time to complete your tool box or replace 'borrowed' or missing tools by saving big with these doorbuster deals on Schwaben.

When it comes to getting under your car to perform any type of service it's very wise to do it right. The Schwaben 2 Ton aluminum floor has the ability for getting under low cars without lifting height sacrifice. If you prefer to drive right into you service we also carry a line of ramps with accessories to accommodate even the lowest of vehicles. From jack stands to wheels stands, these are a key point in safety when supporting the vehicle while working underneath. This is a small investment for safe working conditions.

We've all been in that helpless position when your car dies and there's no one around to help. What if you had a tool to remedy being stranded with a dead battery? Something so small it fits in your glovebox. The Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit is the remedy, the days of looking for cable and another car to jump from are over. As a bonus it even works as a phone charger for those days where both your car and phone are both drained. New Features: On/Off Switch Micro USB Chargeable Updated Accessory Cable Longer Battery Life

With the Tune2air Bluetooth Adapter for your vehicle, you no longer have to struggle with outdated wires tethering your phone or media device to your head unit. With hands-free integration to your native steering wheel controls and an easy installation, you can update that non-bluetooth equipped head unit with Tune2air and ditch the aux cord for good!

Many MINIs have logged a ton of miles to date and most have road-weary suspension setups. Aftermarket suspensions 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, Forge, ST Suspensions, Sachs, H&R, Godspeed, KW and Bilstein have all compiled aftermarket suspension sets that allow you to dial in that perfect look for your MINI. Either keep your MINI at normal ride height or adjust the coilovers to gain a lower look, adjustability is an additional advantage.

NM Engineering's primary goal is to improve the driver's motoring experience without changing the essence of what makes MINI a MINI. Now available at ECS Tuning, browse through the stunning catalog of NM drivetrain, powertrain, and aesthetic upgrades for your F55/F56 MINI Cooper! The NM Hi-Flow Induction Kit comes in three colors, all increasing air flow to your engine for better throttle response and power. NM also offers an array of beautiful satin black, gunmetal, and satin gunmetal wheels and much more...

ZippeeShades are developed exclusively for the MINI Cooper equipped with a Dual Factory Sunroofs. Newly redesigned with UV resistant black fabric on one side and reflective silver on the other side. Their latest version has thicker and wider fabric, larger suction cups and metal grommets. Simply unfold each shade and attach the suction cups directly to the sunroof. Once installed, you can simply leave the shade in place and open your sunroof without fear of it blowing away.

Why settle for stock? Each ECS product is designed to fine tune or enhance the performance and appearance of your MINI; most ship free for a limited time. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Using our premium oil service kits ensure that your MINI gets the best service possible, and allows you to extend the change intervals of your engine oil. If you are serious about maintaining your car, then our ECS Tuning Premium Oil Service Kits are for you. For a limited time only, receive a FREE bottle of Redline Water Wetter with any Assembled by ECS Redline Oil Service Kit.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs, on the road.

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.

Ride height too tall? Looking for the perfect set of coilovers? This premium mid-level budget coilover system from Godspeed will get you there. Two levels of colover from the Mono-SS (pink color) to the Mono Maxx (red color), these coilovers are built for aggressive street and track driving. The Mono-SS includes 16 levels of dampening compared to the Mono Maxx which takes it to a higher level of 40 ways of dampening. All systems contain dual front upper pillow-ball cushioned adjustable camber plates, giving you the extra adjustment you will need.

Before your next stop light liftoff, add a space age digital system monitor to your cockpit. P3 Gauges 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.