Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Petrol B38B B38C Manual Gearbox 8671580 ABJ WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Petrol B38B B38C Manual Gearbox is an original, used manual gearbox designed for Mini vehicles with petrol engines. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fitment, predictable drivetrain performance, and the driving characteristics typical of the F55 and F56 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8671580
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8671580
• Substitutable numbers: 8687636, 23008687636, 8671580, 23008671580, 8687708, 23008687708, 23008482132, 8482132
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Category: Manual Transmission

Purpose and technical specifications

The presented gearbox belongs to the Manual gearboxes category and has been designed to work with Mini Cooper F55/F56 petrol units. The manual construction ensures direct control over gear ratios, which translates into precise handling and the typical "go-kart" driving feel for which the Mini brand is famous.

As an original component, the gearbox retains factory mounting points, geometry, and gear ratio characteristics specific to the ABJ version, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of compatibility issues with electronics and drivetrain accessories.

Benefits of using an original manual gearbox

Using an original, used gearbox in a Mini Cooper F55/F56 allows you to maintain the consistency of the entire drivetrain. In practice, this means:

• maintaining factory gear shifting and clutch operation characteristics,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's control systems,
• no need to adapt non-standard mounting solutions,
• reducing the risk of incompatibility with petrol engine accessories.

For users who value mechanical, manual drivetrain control, such a gearbox allows you to maintain the original character of the car, without the compromises typical of replacements of uncertain origin.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The offered gearbox is a used component, which in the case of original Mini parts often represents a reasonable compromise between cost and durability. Such components sourced from vehicle dismantling allow for economical repair without sacrificing factory build quality and fitment.

The manual construction works well both in daily city driving and dynamic extra-urban driving. Proper selection of the gearbox for a specific Mini Cooper F55/F56 version is crucial for the correct operation of the drivetrain, which is why it is worth verifying compatibility with your model and petrol engine type before purchasing.

Technical support and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, selector mechanisms, or additional mounting components, check the available parts in the Mini manual gearboxes category.

Before making a replacement decision, it is worth reading practical tips regarding typical symptoms of damage and the cost-effectiveness of installing an original used gearbox instead of expensive remanufacturing – this is discussed in detail in the article: Manual gearbox failures in cars – why is an original used part a more sensible choice than remanufacturing?.

Additional information on proper operation and ways to extend the durability of dismantled components, including drivetrain elements, is provided in the guide How to extend the service life of used car parts?, which may be helpful when planning further maintenance for your Mini.