MINI R60 Cylinder Head
N18 & N16 — Complete
2011–2016 · Cooper / Cooper S / JCW · Lebanon
Sehayleh, Lebanon · Fast delivery nationwide
About This Part
The R60 cylinder head is a 16-valve aluminium DOHC unit shared across the N16 and N18 engine families. Both engines use essentially the same head casting, with differences in the camshaft profiles and VANOS actuators between the naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants.
Common reasons to replace an R60 cylinder head include head gasket failure (typically caused by overheating), bent valves from timing chain jump, or cam bearing wear at high mileage. Replacing with a tested used unit is significantly more cost-effective than machining a cracked head.
Each cylinder head we offer is pressure tested to confirm no porosity cracks or combustion leaks, inspected for valve seal condition, and verified for camshaft bearing surface wear. Warped heads are rejected — we do not re-machine and re-sell.
What's Included
- Complete cylinder head with camshafts
- Intake and exhaust cam sprockets
- VANOS solenoid(s) — confirm N16 or N18 variant
- Rocker cover
- All valves and valve springs
Vehicle Compatibility
| Model | Year | Engine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| MINI Cooper S R60 | 2011–2016 | N18B16A | Turbo head variant |
| MINI Cooper R60 | 2011–2016 | N16B16A | NA head variant |
| MINI JCW R60 | 2012–2016 | N18B16A | Same as Cooper S |
| MINI Cooper S R56/R55 | 2011–2013 | N18B16A | Same head |
Why Buy From Mini Spare Lebanon
- Every head pressure tested — combustion and coolant jacket integrity verified
- Valves inspected for straightness — no bent-valve surprises
- Camshaft bearing surfaces checked for wear
- N16 and N18 head variants clearly identified — correct part every time
- Head gasket not included — always recommend a new one for any head replacement