MINI Clubman (2007 - 2014) 1.6 D Cooper 5d (Chili Pack) (2008/58) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sucker for style over substance

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Most like it

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Very expensive for what you get. Poor wipers front and rear, almost dangerous rear vision when driving on a motorway - too much spray from rear of car and wipers intermitant not frequent enough to keep clear. Poor dealership (Tunbridge Wells Cooper)

What are you likely to buy next?

Something well put together from Far East. Too many rattles and squeaks and noise for the price you pay. 6.5 out of 10

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

October 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Lease car, no deals possible

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Thought it would be good quality, economic and fun to drive car

What was the dealer like?

Did not know what he was selling. Wanted heated wing mirrors and was told the 'visibility' pack included them. It does not.

What's it like to drive?

Fun to drive, excellent brakes, handling. Cruises well. Bumps and crashes over any uneven surface. Not that nippy. Noisy on the road, both tyre and wind and legal speed on Motorway.

What's it like to park?

Very easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

Rattles and squeaks.

What's most practical about your car?

Good fuel economy. Car stereo and computer system fiddly to operate. Good sounding stereo. Carefull packing and you can get a lot into the car. 5 day holiday (2 adults 2 children) over Christmas with wet weather gear and push chair. All fitted in with space to spear.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

'Secret' second cubbyhole