MINI Hatchback (2006 - 2013) 1.6 (Pepper Pack) (08/10 on) 3d Auto (2011/61) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I got more money then sense.

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

It looks nice.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes because it is a mini.

What are you likely to buy next?

A car that also looks nice but is better quality product.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£12,000

When did you buy the car?

September 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Reasonable deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Available when needed quick replacement for old car.

What was the dealer like?

Helpful when car with this specification was needed asap.

What's it like to drive?

Automatic gearbox responds erratic to accelerator. Slow to change gear when going uphill even when not pushed hard. Revs engine over 4000rpm when not needed at all. To avoid this you need to use manual mode to change up to next gear. Weird radio controls and function arrangements. Interval function for wipers can not be adjusted in lenght!

What's it like to park?

Easy to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Where do i start ? On occasion engine makes serious knocking noises and also rattles when cold. Dealer cannot identify fault, Front brake pad indicator warning started a countdown saying it be 1000 miles to go until replace. A few days later after about 500 - 600 miles of normal driving it suddenly decided to show a red warning light for replacing brake pads now. These pads had still at least 3 mm on them. These pads are still on car 4000 miles later not a problem after being able to reset warning. Slight loss of coolant has become worse now and needs topping up every morning with almost one litre of water !

What's most practical about your car?

Reverse parking sensors.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Reverse parking sensors.