MINI Hatchback (2006 - 2013) 1.6 Cooper 3d (2009/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't know.

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

Friends love it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yep. Probably would like a Mini Coupe Cooper S.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have a few cars and really don't know. If I was going to replace the mini as my 'nip around town' I'd consider a new mini coupe cooper S.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

October 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Wonderful. You can throw these cars into corners at speeds you'd not expect to be able to handle and they just track perfectly through the bend. As you get used to the handling you push it more and more, and it always responds perfectly. On roads I know, I keep my foot down through the bends and power out after the apex, and she just grips. Acceleration is sharp, but you find yourself working the throttle and box hard to really keep up with big boys.

What's it like to park?

Easy as pie. The only car I've ever parked that doesn't have parking aids.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing at all, she's ran perfectly.

What's most practical about your car?

Practical? It's a mini. It's really a two person car and not great for luggage. We took her to the airport last year and had to have one case on the back seat.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Automatic lights and wipers.