MINI Convertible (2009 - 2015) 1.6 (Chili Pack) Cooper S 2d (2009/09) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I love a good handling car with a bit of power!

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

They love it, no one hates a MINI if they're honest!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Possibly for my soon to be wife- but I'd like to move on to something more powerful and with a little more prestige.

What are you likely to buy next?

Depends if my career truly takes off! If it does, a Porsche 911 would be nice, if not a boxster will do!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£17,500

When did you buy the car?

May 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Well I did in a way, my car was written off, not my fault, and it was under a year old so got my all my money back. Then bought the S.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My Cooper D was kindly written off by some psycho!

What was the dealer like?

Like any other dealer- they need to make a living...

What's it like to drive?

Lovely- only a 1.6 but turbocharged! It's quick, not outrageously fast, but I'd say quick!

What's it like to park?

It's a MINI, if you can't park it forget driving!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not yet- touch wood. Only a few months old though!

What's most practical about your car?

Err... the two front seats? You don't buy a MINI for the space, the rest is brilliant though!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Xenon headlights