Window stickers allow users to glance at a vehicle’s original equipment in an easy to read format. The WithClutch window sticker tool will generate an original Mini Window Sticker detailing all the options and features your vehicle was manufactured with. You can get your original sticker from our window sticker tool.
In this article you get access to the tool to decode your Mini VIN and answer the following frequently asked questions:
How do I get an original Monroney Label for my Mini?
Where can I find my VIN?
What information does the Mini window sticker include?
What information does the Mini window sticker not include?
How do VIN decoders, Monroney Labels, and Window Stickers differ from one another?
What packages and options are available through Mini?
How do I get the original window sticker (Monroney Label) for my Mini?
To obtain your sticker, Google WithClutch Free Window Sticker Tool, or use the following Window Sticker Tool to receive a 100% accurate comprehensive breakdown of the trim level, packages, and/or options your car was originally equipped with.
To get your digital window decal, you need a VIN and a phone number to receive the PDF sticker link.
What do I need to get the window sticker?
To successfully use the WithClutch sticker tool, you will need a vehicle identification number, a string of 17 alphanumeric characters (numbers and capital letters). This code is a unique identifier for certain vehicle information such as year of production, type of engine, model, and other vehicle history records.
Where can you find the VIN for your Mini?
The VIN number for your Mini can be found in two places.
On the driver’s side doorjamb
The left corner of the dashboard where it joins the windshield
Near the firewall of the vehicle
On the steering column
You may also be able to find the VIN on:
Vehicle registration documents
Insurance cards
The steering wheel column
Vehicle service invoices
What’s the difference between a VIN decoder, Monroney Label, and Window Sticker?
A VIN decoder uses the string of 17-alphanumeric characters to identify a vehicle and obtain vehicle history information. Once it's been verified, it provides the following details:
Model year, manufacturer, and production number
Current state/last state to title the vehicle
A record of applicable manufacturer recalls, warranty information, registration data and more
The United States requires that a Monroney Label aka window sticker is displayed on the car window of new vehicles. The stickers give buyers a sense of what features and options are included for a vehicle before purchasing it. In 2013 it was updated to include:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Engine type
EPA fuel economy rating
Government safety rating
Manufacturer's suggested retail price
Standard options/add-on options and pricing information
Total vehicle price including add-ons
What key Information does the Mini window sticker or VIN decoder provide?
A window sticker provides the original standard options, as well as optional add-ons installed by the manufacturer or dealership. An example of a Mini window sticker and a breakdown of what it details can be found below.
The first column details:
The model year and name
2017 Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4
MSRP (Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price)
$31,100
Additional packages and options with pricing information
Technology package
Advanced wire package
Total suggested retail price, including options
$38,450
In the middle column you can find:
EPA fuel economy ratings
The Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4 has a combined MPG of 26 (22 city MPG and 31 highway MPG)
Annual fuel costs
$1000, based on 15,000 miles/year at $2.80/gallon
Mary vary by fuel type
Greenhouse and smog ratings
6/10 and 8/10, respectively
QR code directing to the OEM website
In the right column you will find:
Information on the location of assembly for specified parts
Government safety standards
Based on a 5-star safety rating program that evaluates the vehicle’s safety features through a series of crash test simulations:
Frontal
Side
Rollover
VIN
Port of entry
What are some key details to know about how Mini describes packages and options?
Mini, more commonly referred to as Mini Cooper, is an automobile manufacturer owned by the German company, BMW. Mini is well known for its range of small-sized vehicles. All Mini models are available in different variants that can further be customized with the desired trim level (A version of a vehicle with fixed standard options). The three variants are Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works (JCW) which represent their entry-level, sport, and high-end models, respectively.
Mini’s current lineup includes the following vehicles:
Hardtop Two-Door
Mini Cooper
Mini Cooper S
John Cooper Works
Hardtop Four-Door
Mini Cooper
Mini Cooper S
Countryman
Mini Cooper
Mini Cooper All4
Mini Cooper S
Mini Cooper S All4
John Cooper Works All4
Clubman
Mini Cooper S
Mini Cooper S All4
John Cooper Works All4
Convertible
Mini Cooper S
Mini Cooper S All4
John Cooper Works All4
Mini has made it simple for its buyers by offering the same trim level names for each model, Classic, Signature, and Iconic. The trims begin to differ when considering the individual options and features available for each vehicle model. For example, the options and features offered for the Mini Cooper S Countryman Classic may not be the same for the Mini Cooper S Clubman Classic.
Below is a selection of features available at each trim level for the Mini Cooper S Clubman :
Classic / $39,000
Heated front seats
Synthetic leather seats
Choice of transmission
Signature / $33,900
Everything from the Classic trim
Signature upholstery package
MINI driving modes
Iconic / $38,900
Everything from the Classic and Signature trims
Premium leather upholstery
Touchscreen navigation package
Visit the Mini website to learn about Mini vehicles and trim levels available.
For an additional price, Mini offers other premium features that aren’t standard. The packages and accessories available differ from model to model, but they allow further customization for specific needs. Below are examples of the packages and accessories Mini offers:
Packages
Premium Package:
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Power folding exterior mirrors
SiriusXM satellite radio
Electronic seats with memory system
Maintenance package
Extend Mini’s complimentary scheduled maintenance program by up to four years
Accessories
Bike rack
Custom Mini Cooper decals
Matte black detailing
Panoramic sunroof
Racing stripes or custom body vinyl stickers
Toolbox
Led door projectors
Use Mini’s build tool to create the Mini that's on your wish list.
What does the window sticker not provide?
Window stickers do not disclose dealership modifications of a vehicle or repairs/replacement of components applied by the manufacturer or other owners. Only the original configuration of options and features will be reflected by the car sticker.
The Monroney label does not provide records of the current condition, or history of a vehicle, even if it was purchased through a dealership or a CPO (certified pre-owned) program. That information can be obtained by using services such as Carfax, Autocheck.
Additionally, since the MSRP is for a brand new vehicle, that price is not a good indication of the vehicle's current value since it doesn't take into account natural wear and depreciation, As implied, the MSRP is a suggestion provided by automakers, and you may find a car sold for less when considering negotiations and discounts.
When does this Free Mini Window Sticker Tool or VIN decoder not work?
The WithClutch window sticker tool only produces stickers for vehicles that are 2013 Model Year and newer. There may also be other limitations that prevent you from using the sticker tool:
The VIN is not 17 characters long (applies to vehicles model year 1981 and older)
The VIN cannot be verified by certified techniques:
Checksum: The 9th digit of the VIN (limited to numbers 0-9 or the letter X) of US and Canadian vehicles is used to determine its validity
Illegal character check: Except for I, O, and Q, a VIN can include any alphanumeric character
Your vehicle is too new and has not been added to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) database
Can I get free Window Stickers and Monroney Labels for my dealership or insurance company in bulk?
To place a bulk-order of Monroney labels, please reach us at refi@withclutch.com. We offer information for various vehicles, including Audi, BMW, Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Jeep, Nissan, Mercedes Benz, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and more!
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