I don't own Mini, and to be perfectly honest, I probably won't. My daughter on the other hand wants one so I'm doing a little research on the pros and cons. Hope to find what I need here. Thanks

 

Welcome to MINI Cooper Forums! What gen MINI are you looking to get your daughter? Supercharged, Turbocharged or naturally aspirated? Gen 1 from 2005-2006 could be a great year to look at. Read the gen 1 buyers guide for some info here: MINI R50/R53 Buyers Guide - MotoringFile. For gen 2, check out the tech articles in signature below. There are better years than others to go with depending on turbo or NA.

 

thanks for the reply. I was beginning to wonder if this forum was active. I dondon't think she's real keen on the newer models and to be honest I'm old school and not keen on buying her a new car. Something like that is some thing to work for andand appreciate. I'll check out the buyers guide. Probably not going to search for a turbo, but if I find one at a good price we might go for it.

 

Happy to help. I'd recommend just a Cooper Base (not Cooper S) model then. For both the Gen 1 and Gen 2 MINI's. They will have less issues. Let me know if you find some prospects.

 

Will do. Appreciate it.

 

Welcome to the forum and good luck with your search. You came to the right place for info.