millerd2

I can enthusiastically add my recommendation for the folks at Mach V. Just had my oil changed, front brake pads and rotors replaced, and brake fluid flushed and changed. Terrific service. :congrats:

Our 2006 MCS is officially past its free maintenance period and is due for its next "engine oil service" in a few hundred miles. I called MoS and was told it would cost $265.00. I checked on the Mini Owner's Lounge to see what is included during the service and this seems high for a glorified oil change or am I missing something? Couple of questions - first, is this typical of the charges by other Mini dealers in the area for that service; second, can this be done by someone other than a Mini dealer? Thanks in advance for the help.

Thanks much for the info George. I was surprised the rotors were included in the quote from MoS - I'd heard from several sources the stock rotors were not made of the strongest material and it was common to replace them at the same time as the pads. I'll shop around. And thanks again for the advice.

Thanks Scavenger. BTW, did MoS provide a DCMM discount?

Hello everyone: Quick question regarding brake replacement cost. Got word from MoS that our buggy is getting close to the point where we'll need to do some brake work. We've got approximately 38K miles on our 2006 MCSa - no sensor indication that the pads are too worn but we're probably getting close. MoS quoted a little over $600.00 for the job (pads and rotors) - can anyone recommend other locations in northern Virginia I should check or are there upcoming DIY classes? Thanks for the intel.