Mini Service Encinitas

The Mini Cooper came about because of a fuel shortage caused by the 1956 Suez Crisis.  Petrol was once again rationed in the UK, sales of large cars slumped, and the market for German “Bubble cars”, like the Volkswagen, boomed. Leonard Lord, the head of British Motor Corporation, reportedly detested these German import cars so much that he vowed to rid the streets of them and design a “proper miniature car”.  The result was the Mini, first released in 1959 – a car that would become an instant hit, a cultural icon and a spiffy fashion accessory in the years to come.  Ironically, in 2001, German-based BMW would purchase the Mini brand and launch the newly designed models we often see zipping around on today’s highways.

Mini has a cult following of loyal owners.  Charlie’s Foreign Car Service appreciates their clients’ passion for Mini and our technicians share that passion.  Since we specialize in German auto repair, it makes perfect sense why we have earned a reputation for being Mini experts.  We service all Minis–from the vintage models to the newest models of the Mini Cooper Convertible, Mini Cooper Hardtop, Mini Cooper Clubman, and the Mini Cooper Countryman.

Contact Charlie’s Foreign Car Service at 760-753-4969 to schedule an appointment for your Mini’s next service, or simply drop by our facility at 751 2nd Street, Encinitas, CA 92024.  Our hours are 7:30 to 5:30 every Monday through Friday, and we are closed Saturday and Sunday.

See our Auto Sales page to see what Minis we have available for sale.