MINI Hatchback (2001 - 2006) 1.6 Cooper 3d (04) (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It's a fun car and suggests that the owner is an easy going, fun loving person who's probably a bit cheeky. My initial thoughts were that it was a slightly 'girly' car - but don't knock it 'til you've tried it!!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Impressed with the spec, safety ad performance of such a small car
Would you buy this car again and why?
Without a shadow of a doubt. We are a two car family. One is a litle boring, but much more practical. The mini is a drivers car, and really makes it an enjoyable experience
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Mini cooper. They've made more economical engines that push out slightly more power. I don't think there's a need for the Cooper S
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£11,450
When did you buy the car?
February 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
A similar model and spec had sold the week before, after I had enquired about it. Due to this, the garage were willing to match the price, which meant reducing my car by £1100
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Very friendly and helpful. They sold me the car that I wanted, rather than the ones they needed to sell
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's a stiff drive, which makes cornering good fun, although long journeys might not be so comfortable. It loves to be pushed coming out of corners, and has brought the fun back into driving!
What's it like to park?
Due to it's size, it's a fairly easy car to park. Visibilty initially feels limited, however, you'll soon get used to it. I was slightly dissapointed by the turning circle, I expected it to be tighter.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing
What's most practical about your car?
It's a mini, it's not practical. It's just awesome fun!!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The dash has to be the best dashboard I've ever seen in a car, with my favourite part being the switches for the windows and fog lights
