• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I have done well for myself; not many 22-year old students have a car this nice.

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

    They all seem to like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, though I probably won't because I wouldn't like to own the same car twice.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW 118i M Sport.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £6,200

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, the car was advertised for £6,500 and I managed to negotiate this down to £6,200.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I had wanted one of these since I was 17 and saved for a while to be able to afford one.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very pleasant, let me take the car out on my own for a test drive. Didn't pressure me at all.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great, could be a little more powerful but not bad for a little car. Doesn't feel under-powered compared with other small cars.

    What's it like to park?

    Having such a square stance makes it very easy to park.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's a MINI, nothing is practical!

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air-con. Boring but essential.