MINI Hatchback (2001 - 2006) 1.6 Cooper 3d (01) (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Quirky. Stylish. Likes things a bit different.

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

Love it! Think its brilliant to drive and gorgeous to look at.

Would you buy this car again and why?

YES! I absolutely love it and after my last disaster cars it's gorgeous.

What are you likely to buy next?

Mercedes c class coupe or another mini.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,500

When did you buy the car?

September 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

I did on the surface, they took my old car in which was terrible and took a large amount of the price off. They MOT'd the car for my purchase and had it cleaned. What they didn't tell me was that it was SORN and had no pressure in the tyres. Still. Now that has been sorted its alright.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I love the look of MINI's and I found this one at a good price, plus it was red and white which I loved the look of. I also needed to get rid of my Suzuki Swift which was horrendous and I was able to part ex it.

What was the dealer like?

A little shady. Things were not done as they should have been.

What's it like to drive?

Fast. Responsive. Fun.

What's it like to park?

Easy as pie!

Have you had any problems with the car?

The window motor in the drivers side door has failed within a week of me having it, the boot light connector slipped off (easy fix) but other than that it appears fine.

What's most practical about your car?

Lots of adjustment in the seat and quite comfortable if you don't mind a firm suspension, but it is a mini so it's never going to be very practical.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Windows go down when holding the unlock button on the key. Lights in vanity mirrors. Parrot Bluetooth system (not standard).