MINI Hatchback (2001 - 2006) 1.6 One 3d (04) (2005/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Young.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all like it but then they don't have to drive it everywhere!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, the ride is way too harsh and it's very thirsty for a small car.
What are you likely to buy next?
Something big and smooth, auto with a diesel engine.
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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?
£5,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, very good deal. Very low miles and low price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Very good.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
As a driver's car it's very good - you can push it very hard and have a lot of fun but the ride is so harsh and fidgety it's a constant battle for control on anything but motorways and the car is very tiring after 40 mins.
What's it like to park?
Very easy - there's a couple of blind spots but on the whole very easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
CD player is faulty already - had it changed once by MINI but will have to get a new one. Rear wash/wipe broken, driver's seat squeaks.
What's most practical about your car?
Not a lot - it's very impractical, boot is tiny, hard to get in or out of but then if you want a practical car don't buy a MINI
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cooper alloys.
