• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Personality and tasteful.

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

    All like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes just for that engine.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Maybe another Mini but always look to see what is around.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £16,300

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Bought at retail price.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Liked the new 3 cylinder engine.

    What was the dealer like?

    Fine gave me some wine and chocolates after purchase. Picked me up from my house.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The engine is a gem. Very smooth hardly no noise. Averaging over 50 MPG driving normal easily. Even if you drive hard it still over 40 MPG. The torque is amazing like a diesel and amazing how low it revs when cruising.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park no problems so far.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing runs perfect would prefer a little more feedback from power steering minor gripe really.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to park, everything you would need as standard without buying expensive options.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    DAB radio is very good. Tyre inflation monitor useful.