Rover Mini Saloon Cooper Sport 2d (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap and cheerful, bit like the build quality.
Costs
£75 a tyre, other than that OK.
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On the road
Driving
The most fun you can have this side of 10K.
Performance
Accelerates in a series of small explosions.
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Living with it
Reliability
Only broke down once and managed to bump start it myself on the flat, you can push them on one leg.
Image
Better that those big German lumps that have stolen the name.
Comfort
You tend not to notice until its time to get out, avoid motorways at all costs.
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Security and Service
Security
If it drops below 5 degrees the locks freeze so frequently left unlocked in winter.
Service
4 visits to change dashboard light, first time got wrong colour, then wrong wattage, then 'forgot' to put dash board back on and it landed on my lap. (I really wish I was joking but I'm not).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Small oil leaks need regular checks.
Other
Showing its age but great fun.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes