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Mini Cooper Road Test Reports and Car Reviews

Mini Cooper

A modern classic, the Mini Cooper combines a punchy British built engine with a distinctive athletic exterior. Available in a number of body colours with co-ordinating or contrasting roof colours to chose from. The Mini Cooper is a thrilling drive and you’re guaranteed as much fun as you can have on four wheels.

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Mini Cooper Car Reviews

Sarah Benchall, England

Mini Cooper 1.6 Cooper 2007

5 star review

If I was asked to design the car that I really, really wanted then I think it would look almost identical to the Mini Cooper. I’ve always loved the style of the Mini, it is an icon and quintessentially British. I picked up a brand new 1.6 Cooper for exactly £12,500 and I think that I have an absolute bargain. The Cooper looks good from the outside but it was when I first sat in the cabin that it really took my breath away, the large switches are just perfect and the choice of ambient lighting for the dashboard is customisable, a beautiful touch that allows you to make the Mini uniquely yours. The acceleration is quick (1-60 in about 10 seconds) and the top speed of 126mph is 30mph more than I need. Good fuel economy (approximately 50mpg), great looks plus supreme performance make the new Mini Cooper a winner, BMW have thankfully improved upon the previous model while leaving everything that makes the Mini British firmly in place.

Submitted: 30/04/2008 10:04:58

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Nicky Evans, London

Mini Cooper 2002

2 star review

I LOVE the styling of the mini both inside and out. It is comfortable and distinctive and ticks every box for me as far as design goes.... Why the poor star rating? Reliability, or lack of to be more acurate. A CATALOGUE OF FAULTS. Before the car was two years old and with only 24,000 miles on the clock it needed a new gear box and clutch. It has had its power steering replaced twice, the tracking went, the airbag light continually keeps coming on and needing to be reset... adn as the other reviewer stated, at every service something needs to be repaired or replaced. The customer service from BMW/Mini and the dealershiphave been appalling. All in all, this car is a real lemon. If you are thinking about this car, DON’T DO IT! Sense over vanity!

Submitted: 26/11/2007 15:54:28

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B J, Staffordshire

Mini Cooper 2001 Cooper

3 star review

I have owned this car since 2004. I do like it and this model is an automatic with every extra you can think of. BUT, everytime it goes in for service they manage to find something wrong. I have had new tyres when it was only 18months old and had done 11,000 miles plus new discs and a bolt costing £75, something to do with one of the wheels. So far I have had 2 sets of tyres. The last time I took it in when something was wrong with the stereo it coat over £600 to relace, the ariel alone was £19,00 for the part £200 to fit it. Scandalas. And they found that there was a problem with the power steering and tried to get me to pay over £1300 to put it right, until I told them I was taking it for a second opinion some where else, they then said Mini was going to pay for the repair. So it is going.

Submitted: 19/11/2007 10:01:29

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John Doolan, Lancashire

Mini Cooper 1.6

4 star review

A great buyers package persuaded me to go for the Cooper, especially when the TLC pack is included, giving you your first 5 yrs servicing for a pittance! The car itself is nippy and spirited with sharp handling and a great engine, although the firm ride will not be to everybodies taste.

Submitted: 25/09/2007 15:09:45

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Michael Shepherd, Middlesex

Mini Cooper 1.6

2 star review

I hate this car, too heavy on petrol, quite heavy steering, no boot space to speak of, only 2 seat belts in the back. If you are single and never want passengers, then this is the car for you, if like me you have friends, don't get one.

Submitted: 23/08/2007 10:38:36

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Rachel Wilson, Lancashire

Mini Cooper Mini Cooper 1.6

5 star review

I love this car! It looks fantastic and the drive is superb. It’s reasonable to run, nippy about town and just pure fun on long distance drives. A really, really great car.

Submitted: 09/08/2007 11:37:03

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