Austin Mini 1000 City E 2d (1988/F) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Getting more valuable by the day.
Costs
Parts can be expensive, but auto jumbles and scrappies are cheap enough.
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On the road
Driving
Nippy little things but not too comfy.
Performance
accelerates very quickly, but not too much top end speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
So so. Depends on the weather, but a well looked after Mini should have little trouble.
Image
THE BEST! Nothings cooler than a mini! trust me. even boy racers bow down to them.
Comfort
Don't be silly! rubber cones for suspension?
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Security and Service
Security
None, get a good steering wheel lock, or fit a hidden switch from ignition to starter motor.
Service
No Rover or Austin so N/A.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Good strong engine, but electrics are at the front so prone to failure on wet days.
Other
Leaky door seals, oil leaks, electrical failure, oil seals, headgasket. Usual stuff really.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes