One problem related to loud engine noise has been reported for the 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman S. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I have had major problems with my engine ever since I have had my Mini cooper s clubman. The turbo is loose, there is oil burning off of my engine, and it makes terrible screeching sounds that come from the engine. I have just learned that it is common for a Mini cooper to have problems with its timing chain; thus, causing this terrible sound and all those other problems. I did not know it was the timing chain, and now they are having a recall on most of there models that are from the same year as mine. My car whenever I brake makes screeching noises that come from my engine, and I'm worried that this poor engine design will cause me to get in an accident. Now I have to pour money into getting a new timing chain, even though Mini cooper is now know for having terrible timing chains.