Our Philosophy: It’s Not How Much You Spend, But How You Spend It
At 1320MINI, this simple phrase sums up everything we do. Whether it’s working on our own cars or welcoming a customer’s MINI into the workshop, our approach is the same: make every pound count.
In the world of tuning, it’s easy to get carried away. There’s always a shiny new part or upgrade being hyped, but not everything delivers real results. We’ve seen plenty of people throw money at mods that do little more than add weight to their wallets. That’s why we’ve built our reputation on honesty, clear advice, and making sure our customers understand exactly what they’re getting for their money.
Straightforward Advice, Real Results
Getting honest advice in the tuning world isn’t always easy, but that’s what we’re here for. From straightforward servicing and repairs to full-blown tuning packages, we’ll guide you through what makes sense for your car, your goals, and your budget.
Every MINI is different. The same part can behave differently on two cars, and the best results come from understanding how different elements work together. That’s why we always encourage our customers to ask before spending—because a conversation with us can save you from wasting money on the wrong mods.
Data-Driven Tuning
One of our biggest advantages at 1320 is the data we’ve built up over decades of working with MINIs. Every car that comes in for tuning gets a before-and-after rolling road session. This doesn’t just prove the gains on your car—it also allows you to see how your MINI stacks up against hundreds of others we’ve worked on.
Of course, rolling road numbers can vary depending on conditions like temperature, humidity, and the equipment itself. That’s why we go a step further and validate our results in the real world—at the track and the drag strip. That way, you know your gains aren’t just numbers on a graph but performance you can feel behind the wheel.
Fairness and Transparency
We’ll always quote before starting work, and if anything unexpected comes up, we’ll explain it clearly and let you decide how to proceed. While warranties on high-performance tuning are naturally limited—especially for cars used hard on the road or track—we pride ourselves on being fair and dealing with every situation on its merits. Problems are rare, but when they do happen, we stand by our customers.
Spending Wisely, Driving Smarter
At the end of the day, our philosophy isn’t about spending the most money—it’s about spending it in the right way. Smart, considered upgrades will always deliver more satisfaction than throwing cash at parts that don’t make a difference. That’s what we’ve built 1320MINI on, and it’s why so many MINI owners trust us to take their cars further.