MINI Cooper S (2006 - 2016) 1.6 (Chili Pack) 3d Auto (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I hope it says that I like a fun car to drive.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
All of my friends and family think it's lovely, although the ones with long legs don't like sitting in the back.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I wouldn't buy this again as I like to have something different everytime.
What are you likely to buy next?
I am looking to change to a soft top but not sure what as yet.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£24,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a struggle getting a good deal and took some bartering, they didn't want to pay a lot for my car on trade in even thpough it was a very rare Nissan Fairlady 350ZX Auto.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed to down size my car and wanted something small, sporty and automatic.
What was the dealer like?
The salesperson I dealt with was very nice but ultimatley everything had to go through the manager.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
I love driving it, it's nippy and drives like a sports car.
What's it like to park?
Very easy to park, small turning circle too.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It has gone back many times to the dealer as I felt like it was 'chugging', yet they could never find a fault. I had a recall to have the turbo water pump changed. It has a leak soemwhere that is draining the water from the main pum and an independant garage has said that the fault isn't what Mini claim it to be. I am also having to refill the oil more than I have on any other sports car I've had.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot capacity is surprisingly big, and with the seats down it can take ever such a lot of baggage.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I like having the bluetooth on the steering wheel and would always have that put into future cars.
