Im looking into buying a mini cooper s. I had a friend who had one an he realy didnt like it.. whats your opinion on them.
if you have one, do they work good, are they worth the cost and whats the gas for them like. ho fast can they go?
HELP!! i realy like cars, especially this one??
great on gas mileage this is actually on foreign car that i actually like oh and about the speed thing, its got turbo..
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Like a 2000-2003 model.
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Getting ready to buy my Mini S. Wondering specifically about the dynamic stability control and the 17 alloy run-flats. Saw a few bad reviews from Mini owners on those tires. May get the DSC (maybe also limited slip) separately instead of paying for the whole package. Which options are worth the cash?
someDumbAmerican's definition of "expensive" is somewhat skewed. $28,000 on a German-made Honda equivalent? Big whoop. Try laying down six figures for a brand-new Ferrari. Definitely a good investment, because Modenas are still in the six-figure resale range and even 550 Maranellos (produced almost 10 years ago) still bring $90,000. It's all in the car's initial quality and how it's maintained.
As for the question, I've heard the 17-inch run flats offer both a more uncomfortable ride and a certain safety concern. Since the tires are so low profile, the run-flats make it difficult to tell if you've picked up a nail until the tire pressure sensor kicks in, and by then it's too late. If you run on a flat at 60+mph or for too long, you'll throw the wheel out-of-round and it will have to be replaced.
I've been told the sport seats and DSC are certainly worth the money. I wouldn't waste your time with the limited slip differential; being front wheel drive cars, MINI's don't really need it. BMW just adds it as an option because Americans have limited slip nostalgia.
Also, be sure to stay away from the cold weather package. The heated exterior mirrors are fine, but the washer jets can crack your windshield if you try to use them in freezing weather.
I love, love, love MINI Coopers–and I've been considering getting an S myself. Enjoy your car! Post pictures on a 360 page and send me a link so I can drool!
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may be it is made for children lol
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When the new MINI hit Australian roads back in 2002, it was an instant hit. And there could be no doubt as to why the new look MINI would fast become so popular. While staying true to its roots, the new MINI not only looks modern, it looks ultra cool. And with German carmaker BMW in the driver’s seat of the MINI’s revival, you just know that the new MINI is destined for greatness.
The MINI is available in Australia in six different models. These include the:
·MINI Cooper Chilli
·MINI Cooper S Chilli
·MINI Cooper
·MINI Cooper S
·MINI Cooper Cabrio, and
·MINI Cooper S Cabrio
The MINI Cooper S models are powered by a 1.6 litre, 4-cylinder 16 valve supercharged engine delivering 125 kw of power, connected to a 6 speed manual transmission. The MINI’s supercharged engine can propel it from a standing start to 100 km/h in just 7.2 seconds. And when revved out on the open road, the Cooper S has a top speed of 222 km/h.
If you’re concerned about fuel economy, and who isn’t these days, the MINI Cooper S uses 6.8 litres per 100 kilometres of highway driving. If you’re zipping about town, you can expect to use 11.8 litres per 100 kilometres. You’ll fit around 50 litres in the tank.
The MINI looks great on the road, thanks to its blend of retro and modern looks and its low, wide body. Eye-catching colours, including a contrasting black or white roof, really help set this car apart from the rest.
If you’re looking for a good used MINI, try to go for a 2004 or later model. These had slightly improved engines over earlier models. They also introduced slightly lower gear ratios in the 2004 model so they’ll be a bit quicker off the mark than earlier models.
When buying a one owner used MINI, you’ll have to be a little more patient than what you may need to be if buying any other car. This is because the MINI’s were able to be fairly personalised when bought brand new. So, it may take you a while before you find the right car for you. Keep in mind also that many MINIs will have been driven quite hard, so inspect very carefully. It will certainly be worthwhile getting a professional inspection. Pay close attention to the sound of the supercharger. Test driving a few different cars, should give you a good idea of what they should sound like.
If you’re after a one owner MINI, remember; take your time when choosing the right car for you as they can be quite individual in their own little ways.
i was looking up buyer reviews for the 2008 mini cooper, no particular model or anything. some of the reviews said they didn't like having to buy premium gas. was that just for the manual transmission, or for all of them?
OK, I don't know of one car company that states that they "REQUIRE" premium. it's says recommended. Yes, the BMW's and the MINI's are running a higher comperession ratio ( 10.5:1 for the Cooper S and 11.0:1 for the Cooper) and they recommend using the high octane to get better combustion, however, each vehicle BMW and MINI make all have a knock sensor, that will retard the timing to make the engine work with regular and the mid grade.
Your MINI will run smoother with the 91, and you'll sacrafice a bit of power and performance and fuel economy to save a couple of extra dollars if you use anything less than.
Personally, I've never ran anything less than 91 in either of my MINIs ( Cooper S JCW and Cooper automatic) or my BMW 325is. But the choice is yours.
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