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Owning an iconic British MINI is already a fine statement of character and style. You can further personalize your MINI with a whole range of practical, high-quality, attractive MINI accessories. Here are a few great examples. Personalize Your Drive: The Best MINI Accessories to Customize Your Ride Black LED Driving Lights Brighten the road ahead at night with subtle yet powerful black-framed LED lights that fit neatly and work alongside your existing high beams. These additional lights not only keep you safer after dark but also grant a sportier image to your MINI. They're independently controlled with a discrete, separate on/off switch. Vibrant Silver Bonnet Decals A long-standing tradition of MINI drivers is to personalize their cars with fun, elegant, charming decals: a kind of decorative graphic on the bodywork. These decals are easily reversible so you can experiment with different looks. Stylized Mirror Caps These super-cool mirror caps put a playful yet subtle black and gray Union Jack pattern on the backs of your side view mirrors. Another design choice has a sleek pale silver line running across the mirror's back in alignment with the contours of your MINI's bodywork. more License Plate Frame You can tidy up the rims of your license plates with these classy black metal frames. There are several frame options, some with an extra detail that sits beneath the plate like a Union Jack or the name of your model. Stylized Valve Stem Caps MINI knows that true style requires attention to the smallest detail. With MINI's range of trendy valve stem caps, your wheels have that perfect last touch, like choosing the right buttons on a good tailored dress shirt. Carpeted Floor Mats The popular loop-style original MINI carpeted floor mats look amazing and have sewn piping plus a prominent MINI logo. For the driver's footwell, a clever non-slip heel pad is there for extra firmness in your pedal work. For any passengers who want to remove their shoes on longer trips, the soft carpeting feels really comfy. Elegant Sunshade Keep your MINI's interior cooler on sunny days with an attractive, easy-to-use sunshade designed to fit your MINI's windshield perfectly. With a silver color and elegant MINI logo, this sunshade saves your AC from excessive strain, thereby improving your gas mileage, while preventing the sun's UV rays from fading your dash and seating upholstery. All-Weather Cargo Area Mat MINI's fitted luggage compartment mats protect the floor and sides from dirt, mud, and spills. They're lightweight and easy to remove for cleaning before sliding back into place, and they add a certain neat refinement to the cargo area. With a few well-selected accessories like these, we can give your MINI a tailored flair that suits your personality and driving needs. Come to Tom Bush MINI in Jacksonville, FL, to browse many more options.

As a MINI owner, you know that your vehicle is a statement of style, performance, and luxury. So, when it's time for a replacement part, does it make sense to risk that legacy with generic, aftermarket parts? To maintain your MINI's performance, value, and class, order original OEM parts from your local MINI dealer. From Your MINI Dealer: 5 Benefits of Getting OEM Parts for Your MINI 1. Made by MINI for Your MINI Your MINI is an intricate machine designed with precision and attention to detail. Every component has been crafted to function in harmony with the entire system. OEM MINI parts are designed with the same precision and tailor-made to suit your car's unique specifications. This ensures a seamless fit and guarantees your MINI will operate exactly as it did with the original parts. more 2. Easy to Source and Install Sourcing for aftermarket parts can be daunting. You have to find generic parts with the best quality, and this involves combing through various producers and searching for customer reviews. After all that, there is no guarantee that the part will last as long as the original one. Some aftermarket parts have an imperfect fit, which affects the vehicle's appearance and function. There is only one type of each OEM part for your MINI's model. This makes it easy for you to source the components you need. You can order through your dealer without worrying about the fit or quality of the replacement part. Since the parts match the exact specifications of the original ones, installation is easy and seamless. 3. Uncompromised Performance When you buy OEM components for your MINI, you are sure they will perform as well as the original parts did when new. If your vehicle has worn or defective parts, replacing them with original ones will boost performance, safety, and longevity. Using non-OEM components is risky, and it can possibly lead to performance and safety issues down the road. 4. Peace of Mind With Warranty Coverage Buying OEM components for your MINI comes with peace of mind. Each component MINI sells is backed by a two-year/unlimited mileage warranty. If you purchase a part that has factory defects or performance issues, the warranty will cover the cost of replacing it. Since aftermarket parts have no warranty, you may lose money if you buy a defective part unknowingly. 5. Enhanced Authenticity MINI vehicles exude class and elegance. Their iconic design and distinct character set them apart on the road. Using original parts from the manufacturer preserves their iconic charm and authenticity. If you decide to sell your MINI in the future, it will fetch a good price because it will have maintained its original look and feel. OEM components are not an option--they are a necessity to maintain your MINI's performance, value, and luxurious feel. Don't cut corners with cheap aftermarket parts, as they will cost you more in the long run. Contact us at Tom Bush MINI to order original parts for your vehicle.

MINI offers a basic four-year or 50,000-mile limited warranty for all new MINI vehicles. But for some drivers, an extended MINI warranty may be a better option. Before you contact your MINI dealer about extending your warranty term, learn more about the extended warranty plans MINI offers. Ask Your MINI Dealer: What's Included in MINI's 2023 Extended Warranty? In general, the extended service contracts for your MINI warranty will last for seven years or up to 100,000 miles. You can apply this extended coverage to the end of your factory warranty or the limited warranty for a certified pre-owned MINI. There are three tiers for these protection plans, so you can get the precise amount of coverage you need. more Platinum The Platinum protection plan can be applied to new, used, and certified pre-owned MINI vehicles. This is the highest tier and offers the most comprehensive protection for your vehicle. Essentially a bumper-to-bumper plan, this protection plan will cover the major components of your vehicle, including systems that are not covered in other protection plans. Gold The Gold plan is available for new and used MINI vehicles. This plan covers the most important components in your vehicle, such as the drivetrain, engine, transmission, and other major systems. However, unlike the Platinum plan, there are some components that may not be covered in this plan. Powertrain Plus The Powertrain Plus plan specifically covers the drivetrain of your vehicle. This extended MINI warranty plan can be purchased for new and used MINI vehicles. The plan may offer limited coverage for other components related to the powertrain and drivetrain. Are There Other Protection Plans? MINI offers several other protection plans that can be packaged with your longer warranty term, so you can have the most comprehensive and personalized vehicle protection possible. These protection plans can be applied to vehicles you are leasing or buying. Lease-End Protection This protection plan can protect you from turn-in fees that accumulate at the end of your lease. Specifically, this protection plan will waive charges that occur because of excess wear, such as dings, scratches, and stained floor mats. Guaranteed Auto Protection This protection plan can be paired with your auto insurance to provide protection if your vehicle is ever a total loss because of theft, a car accident, or a natural disaster. This plan will waive part or all of the difference between the value of the vehicle and the remaining sum on your auto loan. Tire and Wheel Protection This protection plan can help you replace flat tires, cracked wheel rims, and other wheel issues that occur because of road hazards. You can also pair this protection plan with Cosmetic Coverage, so you can easily repair cosmetic wheel flaws. Dent Protection If you ever get a dent or a ding on your MINI, this protection plan can help pay for the cost of repairs or flaw removal without interfering with the factory finish of your vehicle. Windshield Protection This protection plan is designed to help you cover the repair costs if your windshield is damaged by road debris, such as chips from gravel or cracks from objects. MINI offers some of the most customizable protection plan packages in the auto industry. If you're ready to customize your plan, contact Tom Bush MINI.