MINI parts reviews

Also use and prefer BOSCH for my wiper blades. No complaints, so far.

I bought my set of PIAA blades (their frameless model) back in 2014 for my r56 and they are still working like they are new. Mind you, there is a bit of dead zone in the bottom end of the passenger side because the passenger blade can’t touch the glass due to the shape. I got used to that and it doesn’t bother me at all.

I've been happy with trico from rockauto, cheap and cheerful and I just change them every spring.

Bridgestone Blizzaks. You will love the grip they provide.

I have an R58 coupe and use Gislaved winter tires (made in Sweden).My mechanic recommended them, and it's a great choice.

Bosch working great for a few years now, cheap as dirt on rockauto

Michelin X-Ice Snows through Costco turned my R56 from a one-wheel-drive potato into a competent winter vehicle, all while still being quiet on the highway like a summer tire.

I run these on my 2019 Countryman and they work great. Very happy with their winter performance:

Stock pads are terrible for longevity. They have to do too many different things from factory, buy a set of aftermarket to your needs. I had a set of Carbotech which lasted 50k in the front and over 60k in the rear, with aggressive driving.

How is your local dealer charging 300$ for an air filter? That feels off to me, our filters cost maybe 60$ and we charge 29.95 install(CAD).