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Mini Tuning Tips and Modifications

Maximise your Minis driving pleasure

Mini car tuning tips and advice. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of Mini from small engined family cars like the classic mini to large engine hot hatches with the John Cooper Works conversion and the Cooper S. With the sucess of the Italian Job movies both modern and classic Mini have a passionate following of dedicated enthusiasts. Following our tuning tips you will avoid many of the common mistakes and actually achieve the car setup you desire. Please join the forum for model specific questions and answers and to meet other owners and see what modifications they have done.

TorqueCars started providing Mini performance parts, car mods and car upgrades Tips and advice back in 2003 and have grown from strength to strength with a fast growing membership of all types of Mini owners. We are currently one of the fastest growing car tuning clubs around and certainly one of the friendliest. In 2007 we organised our first full car show in Kent. Our Mini tuning and styling articles are continually updated so for the latest Mini performance parts,mods and upgrades advice, tips and pointers please check back regularly. We strongly recommend that you join our Mini owners forum and swap performance parts ideas with like minded Mini owners. If you have a Mini project underway we would love to hear about it, the Gallery section in the forum already contains some interesting projects.

  • Selected Mini Stats
  • 400 500 500.5 E 3d Auto - 505 cc - - - -
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 3d (Chili Pack) - 1598 cc - 172 bhp - 240 Nm
  • 400 500 500.5D SL 3d Auto - 479 cc - - - -
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 Checkmate 3d Auto - 1598 cc - 170 bhp - 220 Nm
  • 400 500 500.5 L 3d Auto - 505 cc - - - -
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 3d (02) - 1598 cc - 163 bhp - 210 Nm
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 JCW 3d (Chilli Pack) - 1598 cc - 210 bhp - 245 Nm
  • 400 500 500.5 SL 3d Auto - 505 cc - - - -
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 3d Auto - 1598 cc - 172 bhp - 240 Nm
  • Cooper Cooper S 1.6 3d - 1598 cc - 172 bhp - 240 Nm

Latest Article in: Tuning

Chip Tuning

Chip Tuning involves replacing the main ECU chip containing the map or reflashing this chip with a remap. We look at chip tuning and what benefits and power gains are on offer. Read article...

>>> Diesels

Mini Diesel remaps

Remapping a turbo diesel engine is one of the best value modifications around. You will often see a power increase in the order of 30% and get more Torque, BHP and better MPG. Read article...

>>> Engine Mods

Mini Water Injection

We look at the pros and cons of water injection systems and the effect this can have on a highly tuned engine. When you are running with high compression ratios as a result of forced induction or an engine rebuild water injection has many benefits. Read article...

>>> Forced Induction

Mini Turbo uprating

Uprating the turbo in your car is a great way to increase power. A different profile of turbine will drmatically reduce lag and increase peak power altering your whole Torque curve. Turbo tuning using an aftermarket turbo gives a big power gain. Read article...

>>> Improve Handling

Mini Spoilers & Wings

The areodynamic effect of spoilers on a cars performance. Discussion of the benefits and considerations for a good spoiler set up. Read article...

>>> Intake & Exhaust

Mini Exhaust wraps

Reduce under bonnet temperatures with an exhaust wrap or ceramic coating. Lower under bonnet temperatures mean your engine has more oxygen and can burn more effectively. Read article...

>>> Transmission

Mini Gearboxes

Gearbox ratio selection can dramatically improve acceleration if matched carefully to your engines power bands. Read article...

>>> Wheels & Tyres

Mini Alloy wheels

Alloy wheels and their impact on handling and performance. Wheel section improves handling, rotational weight and reduces wear. Read article...




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