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Q: mini cooper?
who makes the mini cooper? what type of dealership should i check?

A: BMW makes the mini cooper, but Mini is its own model. You can log onto mini.com and punch in your zip code and it will give you the nearest Mini dealership.

Q: Mini Cooper?
If anybody owns a Mini Cooper, could you tell me what i’d expect if i got one?
Good on gas? Good dependable car?

And, do you think its an appropriate car for a teenager?

A: Very good car for a teenager. For starters, they can’t haul all their rowdy friends around with them!

Very safe, excellent engineering. Nimble, pretty quick, great mileage.

Here’s a great source of research:

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/index.php

Q: Mini cooper?
I was wondering if anyone has owned/owns/knows someone who owns a mini cooper? Pros? Cons? Is it really as good on gas as it is made out to be? Thanks! :)

A: Great on gas. It gets up to 39mpg highway.
The Mini Cooper S gets up to 36mpg highway.

They are very fun to drive. One of the most fun cars you can buy and some of the best handling cars you can buy for that price.

Not so practical because of the ultra tiny trunk.

Reliability is average. Not as great as Japanese cars. Better than other British cars and American cars.

It requires premium gas so that is a CON. And maintenance is expensive.

Q: MINI Cooper?
I’m looking for my first car and I was wondering if the MINI Cooper was a good buy. My main concern is that I would look funny driving it. I am a 5′11, 19 year old girl. I don’t want to look like a clown getting out of a clown car.

What do you think???

A: Dodge and Hakim up there haven’t a clue.

I am 6′7″, 280. BAGS of room inside. Enough head room for my helmet too, when I autocross.

I have on occassion, gotten the old, “Do you really fit in there?” when I get out of my Mini. I tell them, “No. It’s all a product of a deranged mind.”

Might I strongly suggest checking out the following website. It will give you LOADS of info about Mini’s:

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/index.php

Get one. They’re safer than most cars and all SUV’s, nimble, quick, and a blast to drive. Engineered by BMW, quite reliable. Perfect cars for “You-ification.” meaning customizing or modding it to suit you.

As far as “Clown Car” goes… http://www.metacafe.com/watch/89311/mini_cooper/

Q: How does the Mini Cooper do in the snow?
I’m really excited about getting a Mini Cooper S but my husband was just relocated to a place where it snows. It doesn’t snow so much that I would be constantly driving on snowy streets, but it would probably happen between 1 – 10 times during the winter, and my commute wouldn’t be every far to and from work. Does anyone who has first-hand experience with the Mini know how well it does in snow? Are a good set of snow tires going to be enough? Thanks!

A: MINIs do fairly well in the snow. For areas with frequent snowfall, snow tires will make a big difference. More agressive tread, a narrower footprint and a better cold rubber compound help very much.

Snow tire recommendations are here: http://www.motoringfile.com/2009/11/13/ask-mf-snow-tire-recommendations-2/

If it is worrying for you, you might want to consider waiting 6-8 moths and getting a new MINI Countryman in 4 wheel drive: http://www.motoringfile.com/2010/03/31/mini-countryman-makes-its-us-debut/

Q: What are your thoughts on the mini cooper convertible?
I’m a college student living on my own and was looking to into getting the mini cooper convertible? What are your thoughts? Anyone own one?

A: Cute little toy cars….give me a chevy truck anyday….LOL

Q: How reliable is Mini Cooper? What would be the best year to buy used?
Thinking about buying a mini cooper soon. Just beginning to so research. Any suggestions on where to look or personal knowledge?
It would be a Mini Cooper S if that makes a difference in reliability.

A: look for a 06 or 07 some of older ones had problems

visit this website and read the owner reviews:

http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/default.aspx?make=MINI&model=Cooper#used

be aware that the cost of parts and service is high.

it seems that some ppl love their MINIs while some ppl have had more than their share of problems costing a lot of money and hate them.

Q: How much does it cost for a blue 2007 mini cooper?
I want to buy a blue mini cooper. The basic one not the mini cooper s. I want to know how much including taxes.

A: You can find your answer on http://www.edmunds.com and you can review a report on it on http://www.mpt.org/motorweek …
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Q: My mini cooper got keyed from the rear to the front. How much will it cost to get it fixed?
I know who keyed my Mini cooper. The key marks are somewhat deep. How much will it cost them to get it fixed? An estimate?

A: Physical inspections will allow quotes.

Q: My Mini Cooper got keyed from the rear to the front. How much will it cost to get it fixed?
I know who keyed my Mini Cooper. The key marks are somewhat deep. How much will it cost for them to get it fixed?

A: I got some experience in this subject. If the scratch wasn’t light it’s going to need a full clear coat, paint and primer job. this does not include matching the color if is metallic shade which might required extra $$$ and time. everyting depends on the lenght of the scratch. You might be looking arond $800.00.

I stop paying for scratch repairs after the 3rd. one and do it at home which is not complicated at all. But you do need practice first.

Q: What kind of car is equivalent to a mini cooper s?
I have about 11 grand to spend, but a mini cooper S just costs an ass load to maintain and to buy. So what car gets as good as gas mileage and still packs some horsepower?

Thanks in advance.

A: You won’t buy anything new for $11,000. There is not much in the same category as a Mini but Volkswagen Golf or New Beetle, Mazda Miata or Honda Civic Coupe might be alternatives.

Q: How many mpg does a Mini Cooper have on a freeway and town?
I am planning on buying a Mini Cooper since I like it and it’s cheap.Now I just want the mileage around 30.

A: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/mpg/MPG.do?action=browseList2&make=MINI&model=Cooper

this is a pretty good guide to any real world fuel economy

Q: How does the maintenance cost of a Mini Cooper compare with other cars in its price range?
I am thinking of buying a MIni Cooper S but am skeptical about the cost of maintenance since its basically a BMW. What will I be in for if I do purchase a Mini?

A: mini coopers are great cars. they are built by bmw and, like any car, require regular maintenance. brakes are about $350 – $380 per axle parts and labor. major service is about $360.

Q: Is it expensive to repair a mini cooper?
I am looking into buying a 2002 mini cooper s with about 40,000 miles on it, but I want to know if this car will be expensive to maintain.

A: Like all cars, it depends what breaks. If you’re any good with a wrench, buy the Bentley Press Mini Cooper Manual. best one out there.

I haven’t found normal maintenance to be expensive, at least no more than any other car.

You can also go online for a lot of advice: http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/index.php

Q: Is there a difference in maintenance between the standard Mini Cooper and the Supercharged?
I have been wanting a mini cooper (convertible) for awhile, but it may still be awhile before I actually get one. I’m not as much interested in the stat difference between the two, but moreso the required maintenance. I’ve heard that supercharged cars require more maintenance or cost more for maintenance or something. Is this true? I’m not trying to decide which one to get, I’m just trying to decide if I should care, really. I’m planning to buy used.

A: There’s no difference in the maintenance. Same oil changes, filter changes and such.

You’ll have an absolute blast!

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/index.php

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