MINI Hatchback (2006 - 2013) 1.6 D Cooper 3d (Pepper Pack) (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I know quality, style, comfort and practicality when I see it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My husband is jealous and is waiting for the day I need an automatic so he can steal my car on a permanent basis. My friend went and bought one just like mine, and she loves hers as much as I love mine.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely. Once you have had a Mini you never go back. There is nothing not to love about my car - practical, cool, reliable, efficient, enough 'guts' to accelerate be if from a standing start, or on the motorway.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mini Clubman for me - easier to get children in and out when I have them. Mini Countryman All4 for my husband as he needs the optional use of four wheel drive during his winter commute.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
May 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a good price for the age and mileage - slightly more than other dealers but the Mini warranty makes it worth it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed an efficient and reliable car that could do the large mileage I do - half motorway, half city traffic.
What was the dealer like?
Brilliant. Friendly, efficient, caring - help you find what you need, as well as what you want.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It is nippy and responsive in town, but comfortable and powerful enough for the motorways.
What's it like to park?
A dream. It can get into almost any size park, it is responsive with a decent turning circle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
A set of lights came on - turns out it was the diesel glow plugs.
What's most practical about your car?
Size - big enough for 4 adults comfortably, small enough to park almost anywhere.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth phone - I work from my car, so it has been a life send, allowing me to take my calls whilst driving.
