MINI Hatchback 1.6 Cooper 3d (01) (2003/52) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
-
Economy
Value
Pretty good, but will cost a lot more than base price to get the one you want.
Costs
With TLC and very good fuel economy even when pushed, you can't go far wrong.
-
On the road
Driving
Faultless handling, virtually non-existant body roll... without doubt the best handling car I have ever driven.
Performance
Sadly the only weak link. Pulls okay to start, but to get the best you have to rev the engine hard, and when pushed this engine doesn't sound too great, could be a Ford Ka. Passengers affect performance.
-
Living with it
Reliability
Mechanically sound. Rear window trim fell off, handbrake gaiter ripped itself!
Image
Fantastic. People love it. Surprisingly not afraid to tell you either!
Comfort
Very firm seating and never quite managed to get comfortable. Supportive though.
-
Security and Service
Security
No alarm as standard, but general locks and protection should be quite though.
Service
Very good and helpful. Fairfield BMW/ Mini.
-
Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes