Rover Mini Saloon (1988 - 2001) Studio 2 2d (1990/H) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Absolutely nothing, thats why i love it.

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

Parents wish i drove something a little safer, but everyone loves it

Would you buy this car again and why?

Since watching the italian job and old footage of the monte carlo when it beat bigger more powerful cars i always wanted one.

What are you likely to buy next?

Maybe a cooper, possibly a new mini in a couple of years

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

i paid a fair price but it took months of searching to find the right car

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I watched the italian job when i was young and that was it

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

There are times when i'd like something newer, more comfortable. But everytime i get behind the wheel i enjoy myself so much, people complain they're noisy but on short journeys that only adds to the experience

What's it like to park?

Almost perfect, power steering would be nice.

Have you had any problems with the car?

of course, i was driving around the lanes one night and the headlights went out i had to drive home holding the flash on as that was the only way i could get any lights. it was a switch problem

What's most practical about your car?

well it can be cheap to run, i think thats about it. if you want practicallity buy something newer

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?