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Does a 2008 MINI Cooper have Bluetooth?
I recently inherited a 2008 Mini Cooper from my grandfather. It’s my first car, and it’s a lot older than either of my parent’s cars (which are what I learned to drive in), so I’m still having some trouble adjusting. I’m especially struggling to figure out how to connect my phone to the car. The 2008 Mini Cooper has Bluetooth, right?
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Technically, yes. Some versions of the 2008
MINI Cooper
feature Bluetooth capabilities—but not every car does. That’s because Bluetooth was only available as an optional extra to 2008 Coopers. So if the original buyer didn’t invest in this audio upgrade, chances are you won’t be able to do hands-free calling anytime soon. The MINI brand introduced Bluetooth syncing to certain Mini Cooper models as early as 2005, and made Bluetooth connectivity a standard feature in most MINI models by 2014. But before then, it was only available as an optional feature—at an extra cost.
If your Mini Cooper came with the owner’s manual still intact, chances are you’ll be able to uncover whether or not you drive a Bluetooth-compatible car by checking there. But if you conclude that your ‘08 Cooper is Bluetooth-less, you still have options—like adding a
Bluetooth adapter
to your vehicle. While at it, don’t forget to add the right used car coverage
to your insurance policy! View full answer
- Gregory R.
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