So I have been an admirer of the mini cooper for years, and finally financially able to purchase one, a used one maybe around 3 years old,
I would like the "S" version, but are there issues with the supercharger? how does it last after several miles? I know earlier vehicles with superchargers/turbos didnt last long.
auto or standard doesnt really matter to me, is one transmission better i.e. last longer, problem free.
what do I need to look for, Good and bad. known problems/quirks???
I am a good mechanic, I built my drag truck, and know about other vehicles but the Mini Coopers are so rare around here (Arkansas) I can't find out much about them, any help would be appreciated.
Last edited by excaliber; 09-13-2010 at 08:28 PM.
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anyone else? that's it? 40 views, and only one person with a little input? no one knows what to watch out for. or have recommendations on what to look for.
I dont think there are to many techs in this site because i too have searched for the same answers here with little to no luck. Keeps me wondering what the flaws of this little car are. It would be nice to know what were getting into before we jump into the car.
I cant tell you much about problems. I've got a Mini Cooper D thats 1 year old.
I've got a manual and I believe they are cheaper.
Mines a diesel and it is great on fuel, I would definately go for a diesel instead of petrol.
The only one thing, I'm in the UK and we had speed bumps (I dont know if its the same in the US) but if so, be careful going over them. I've knocked something off the bottom of my car and it cost me £100 to fix so now I do 15mph over them, so be careful.
Otherwise, no problems but then mines new so it shouldnt have any problems yet
looking to purchase my 1st mini, Got guestions
