• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Love it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A BMW 330i Sport Touring - (we bought a dog).

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,200

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, £4,200 for a vehicle with 1 owner, 50,000 miles on the clock and a comprehensive history of every single recipt since purchase.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I had the original Mini as my first car and love the styling of the new version. Plus I wanted a hot hatch with a bit of character!

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Fantastic fun - a go-kart on the road. This applies on both sides: it goes like a rocket, handles like it's on rails, but boy oh boy is it a hard ride.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy as it's small.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The Xenon lights.