Hello, I am new to the forum and hopefully I am not breaking any rules here. I currently have a 2007 Volvo S40 that I am considering selling to buy a 2012 Mini Cooper S Roadster (hardtop). I am wondering how reliable these cars are. Can anyone on here give me some guidance? What are common problem? When should I begin to expect these problems? What should I look out for? Considering reliability is a bit of a concern should I look at Fiesta/Focus ST's and GTI's instead? Or just stick with the Volvo that I just dropped $3k into?

Any help is greatly appreciated!