MINI Hatchback (2001 - 2006) 1.6 Cooper 3d (01) (2002/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
young and cool (hopefully male 20)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
seems to be a bit of a lady puller but lad mates think its a hairdressers car family all think its great n very clean for its year and mileage (75,000)
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes possibly a newer version because of its quality and its very smooth and quiet engine also because of the superb handeling
What are you likely to buy next?
mini cooper s when i can get insured
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,495
When did you buy the car?
February 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
yes i spose so got more than other garages where offering for my part ex (£4000 for vw bora tdi 130 highline) plus got a service full mot and 9 months tax for £4495
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always wanted one but always thought they where out of my budget plus they look cool as ice
What was the dealer like?
friendly (dronfield motor company)
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
this is the best part of the mini and why some people buy it in the first place the handeling is superb just point and it gose it really is like a luxury go kart with a roof with its low ride hight and firm suspension ( dosnt make it uncomfortable though) although the engine is a little poor on performance and dosnt really make the most of the minis handeling it has to be worked hard keeping the revs above 4000rpm to get at the performance but this obviously has a big effect on the mpg over all a very fun car to drive always puts a smile on your face
What's it like to park?
very easy to park no problems
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nope nothing so far touch wood none of the reported electrical problems or stiff gearboxes
What's most practical about your car?
hmmm practicality isnt really the minis strong point but it did manage to take a large tv stand with the rear seats folded down plus if it is driven sensibly it is ok on fuel i have had 430 miles to a tank
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
the white stripes on the bonnet makes a big difference plus the white roof wheels and mirrors ( car is chilli red )
