One month ago purchased 2008 mini cooper R52 convertible. I upgraded the wheels with Ruff Racing 18x8 wheels. What is the correct cold air intake for my mini. Its not an "S" and its not a turbo or super charged. All advertisements/descriptions show fitment for mini cooper S. Please check attached photo for clues.

 

I'd recommend just a drop in air filter as you don't get much gain from an intake system alone. You can do a drop in filter for some improvement and noise, if that's what you're looking to get.

aFe drop in filters - 2008 Mini Cooper Base Convertible - Intake System - Page 1
Pipercross filter - 2008 Mini Cooper Base Convertible - Intake System - Page 2

 

Thanks to those who offered suggestions for my dilemma. I did in fact opt for the drop in filter (K&N High Flow). It came in the mail just the other day and It was easy to install. This forum rocks and I hope that I will be able to offer assistance for other Mini owners as I have been helped.

Agentbob
Baltimore, Md.