2026-10-15 · 5 min read
MINI Convertible F57 Timing Chain Malaysia
B38/B48 improved chain — low risk for F57. Maintain 10,000 km oil change intervals. Cold-start rattle is rare on F57 but investigate immediately if heard. R57 (pre-2016) has the older engine chain concerns — if buying used, only consider F57 onwards.
B38/B48 improved chain — low risk for F57. Maintain 10,000 km oil change intervals. Cold-start rattle is rare on F57 but investigate immediately if heard. R57 (pre-2016) has the older engine chain concerns — if buying used, only consider F57 onwards.