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HOW TO: CHANGE A FLAT TIRE

October 7th, 2020 by

Many of our Schaumburg customers at Patrick MINI ask how to change a flat tire. Although it may seem like a difficult task, it’s quick and easy if you understand the right way to do it. If you’ve never changed a flat tire, it’s suggested to give it a test run before it happens when…

WHAT ARE GASKETS?

October 7th, 2020 by

Gaskets form airtight seals between many different components in your car. The seals keep crucial automotive fluids from leaking or mixing. Gaskets also keep foreign matter, such as dust, debris, and water, from getting into your car’s parts. According to our service department techs here at Patrick MINI, gaskets are one of the smallest but…

COMPARING MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS

October 7th, 2020 by

The vehicle that you drive around the Chicago area will either have a manual or automatic transmission. Vehicles that have manual transmissions are generally less expensive to purchase and are widely considered to have better handling. Furthermore, they are less likely to be stolen because it can be hard for a thief to make a…

KEEP YOUR BRAKES STOPPING ON A DIME

October 7th, 2020 by

Disc Brakes Give Your Vehicle The Power To Stop Modern vehicles are equipped with metal disc brakes that sit on each side of a spinning rotor on each wheel. When you press on the gas pedal, you are putting hydraulic pressure on the brake lines activating the brake pistons at each wheel. These pistons squeeze…

MINI COOPER LEASE TURN IN OPTIONS

September 16th, 2020 by

Leasing a vehicle comes with many benefits. The greatest benefit of leasing a car is lower out-of-pocket costs when acquiring and maintaining a MINI Cooper.  When leasing, you can put little or no down payment and roll your upfront taxes and fees into the monthly payment. You can usually get more features and options that…

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PATRICK MINI HAS SO MANY WAYS TO FIND THE PERFECT CAR

September 1st, 2020 by

Car manufactures are running at full speed since re-opening earlier this year.  In addition, they continue to provide fantastic lease and purchase options that we don’t want you to miss, plus we have many ways to help you find the vehicle that fits your lifestyle and needs. With large amounts of inventory arriving weekly and…

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5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU WALK INTO A DEALERSHIP

August 15th, 2020 by
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By: Mark Pechnick   Walking into a car dealership can be an overwhelming process for some but can be a more enjoyable and simple process if you know just a couple of things before you go. Know Your Credit Score Knowing what your credit score is prior to car shopping is beneficial if you plan…

WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE IN AN ACCIDENT

July 27th, 2020 by

If you’re involved in an accident, make sure that you and everyone involved is safe. From that point, Patrick MINI has some advice as to how you should proceed. Check yourself and any passengers in your vehicle for potential injuries quickly. Then check your immediate area outside of the vehicle to make sure that you…

WHERE YOUR OPTIONS ARE WHEN GLARE COMES IN

July 27th, 2020 by

Glare in the midst of your drive is simply unacceptable. You cannot operate a vehicle safely if you are blinded by the light of the sun. This is why AAA has released some safety ideas for those of us who deal with glare. This is particularly important in these summer months when the glare can…

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10 WAYS TO SAVE WHEN BUYING A NEW MINI OR CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED MINI FROM Patrick MINI

July 12th, 2020 by

At Patrick MINI, we are dedicated to making it easier for you to shop for car. This article provides 10 ways to help you save thousands and help you understand why our Client Advisors take the time to get to know all about you when you’re buying with us. At the beginning of every month,…

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