Do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 fit the Cooper S?

Yes. BILSTEIN lists the 2002 to 2008 MINI Cooper and Cooper S, the R50 and the supercharged R53. For early cars, BILSTEIN gives a production start of March 2002, so a car built before that date should be checked with Bulletproof Automotive before ordering.

How much does the kit lower the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S?

For the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 30mm to 50mm front and rear compared with the factory ride height. On the R50 and R53 Cooper, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 are rated for axle loads up to 890kg front and 800kg rear.

Is the B16 kit too firm for daily driving on the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S?

Not on its softer settings. The 10-stage adjuster spans a range BILSTEIN chose for the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S, so the lower clicks keep a usable ride over rough pavement while the upper clicks add body control for spirited roads or track days. Most R50 and R53 Cooper owners settle on a road setting and change it only for events.

Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards?

Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S needs a four-wheel alignment once the suspension has settled at its final height, and again after any later height change. Settle on the final height of the R50 and R53 Cooper before the alignment, so it is only paid for once.

Who supports the kit after purchase?

Bulletproof Automotive does. BILSTEIN backs the B16 PSS10 kit with its Limited 5-Year Warranty, and any claim for the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the R50 and R53 Cooper is made in Germany to the standard BILSTEIN applies to its original-equipment work.

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BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 / R53 MINI Cooper

BILSTEIN’s B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 / R53 MINI Cooper fit the first BMW-era MINI, the Cooper and supercharged Cooper S, from 2002 to 2008. Its go-kart reputation was earned on the factory setup, and a 30mm to 50mm drop with ten clicks of damping per corner sharpens it further, which is why these cars remain a favorite for autocross and track days.

Design and Performance

Progressive springs at 322 lbs/in front and 229 lbs/in rear keep the short-wheelbase car from skipping over bumps, while the threaded bodies let it be set level or with a slight rake.

Features

A 10-position adjuster on each R50 and R53 Cooper damper, firming or softening rebound and compression in one step
Monotube construction with a zinc-coated threaded body that sets the R50 and R53 Cooper ride height and guards against corrosion
Progressive springs finished in blue, with rates matched to the front and rear axle loads of the R50 and R53 Cooper
BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty, with the B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 made in Germany

Specifications

Damping adjustment: 10 stages, rebound and compression together
Damper design: Monotube
Front spring rate: 322 lbs/in, progressive
Rear spring rate: 229 lbs/in, progressive
Front lowering: 30-50mm
Rear lowering: 30-50mm
Maximum axle load: 890kg front, 800kg rear
Finish: Zinc-plated dampers, blue springs
Country of origin: Germany
Warranty: BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty

Applications

MINI Cooper: R50 / R53 (including S) | 2002-2008

Notes

BILSTEIN lists some models from a March 2002 production date
BILSTEIN specifies its coilover spanner wrench for setting the spring seats and lock rings on this kit
A wheel alignment is needed after installation and after any ride height change

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 fit the Cooper S? Yes. BILSTEIN lists the 2002 to 2008 MINI Cooper and Cooper S, the R50 and the supercharged R53. For early cars, BILSTEIN gives a production start of March 2002, so a car built before that date should be checked with Bulletproof Automotive before ordering.
How much does the kit lower the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S? For the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 30mm to 50mm front and rear compared with the factory ride height. On the R50 and R53 Cooper, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for R50 are rated for axle loads up to 890kg front and 800kg rear.
Is the B16 kit too firm for daily driving on the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S? Not on its softer settings. The 10-stage adjuster spans a range BILSTEIN chose for the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S, so the lower clicks keep a usable ride over rough pavement while the upper clicks add body control for spirited roads or track days. Most R50 and R53 Cooper owners settle on a road setting and change it only for events.
Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards? Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S needs a four-wheel alignment once the suspension has settled at its final height, and again after any later height change. Settle on the final height of the R50 and R53 Cooper before the alignment, so it is only paid for once.
Who supports the kit after purchase? Bulletproof Automotive does. BILSTEIN backs the B16 PSS10 kit with its Limited 5-Year Warranty, and any claim for the R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the R50 and R53 Cooper is made in Germany to the standard BILSTEIN applies to its original-equipment work.

About BILSTEIN

BILSTEIN was founded in 1873 by August Bilstein in Altenvoerde, now Ennepetal, Germany, where its engineers are still based. In 1957 it fitted the first monotube gas pressure shock absorber to a Mercedes-Benz series production car, and Audi, BMW, Porsche and Volkswagen are among the carmakers that have used its dampers as original equipment since. BILSTEIN develops its suspension on its own test circuit in Papenburg and on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, and it has been part of thyssenkrupp since 2005.

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Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

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We do pricing a little differently on our JDM brands and we believe in making things simple and clear. No hidden fees or surcharges. Every price you see includes the shipping cost to our office in Los Angeles, California and all the associated taxes/duties/fees for bringing the products into the US. The only shipping you ever pay is from our facility in the US to your location. Be wary of resellers that don’t include the cost of international shipping in their pricing on JDM parts. While we believe we’ll always have the lowest all-in price on JDM products, we offer a price match guarantee for all authentic parts purchased from authorized dealers as well. For many international customers, it’s much more affordable to ship from the USA than from Japan directly, as the air freight and ocean freight costs are typically much less. However, for customers looking to ship directly from Japan outside of North America, or domestically in Japan, we can provide pricing specifically for that scenario. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any pricing questions or concerns. Please email us at sales@bulletproofautomotive.com with any inquiries.

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