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    New Mini: The Essential Buyer's Guide
    New Mini: The Essential Buyer's Guide
    New Mini: The Essential Buyer's Guide
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    New Mini: The Essential Buyer's Guide

    By Martyn Collins

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    With so many different models and specifications to navigate, this book will help you get the Mini you want at the right price. Featuring over a hundred colour images, plus details of problems to keep an eye out for, it is an essential aid for the discerning buyer, providing insight into market and value data and predicting which models will maintain value best. Owning a Mini can be a very sociable experience, and this book gives details of back-up and support organisations for BMW's British-built baby.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherVeloce
    Release dateMar 29, 2022
    ISBN9781787118775
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      New Mini - Martyn Collins

      1 Is it the right car for you?

      – marriage guidance

      Tall and short drivers

      Considering how much bigger the New MINI is over the ’60s original, the interior is either a massive hit or big failure, depending on where you sit. The MINI is blessed with a fine driving position, with both the seats and steering column being multi-adjustable.

      Weight of controls

      The electric power-assisted steering is light and full of feel, only weighting up at low speeds. Both the clutch and brake pedals have a delicate and progressive feel.

      Will it fit in the garage?

      The MINI might have ballooned in length to 3.63 metres (11.89ft), but it should still be small enough to fit in most garages. All-round visibility is generally good, but Park Distance Control (PDC) was available as an option.

      Interior space

      Space in the front of a MINI is sadly at the expense of rear legroom, but it can comfortably accomodate two adults and two children. Headroom is good and the windows are big enough so it doesn’t feel too claustrophobic in the back.

      Not really a four-seater: space in the rear of a MINI is tight.

      Luggage capacity

      If you need to carry big loads then a MINI isn’t really for you, as to be frank, like the rear legroom, boot space is poor (160 litres). Still, the two rear seats fold independently to give more room, and the hatch makes access easy.

      Running costs

      Two years or 10,000 miles recommended oil service intervals, but full service intervals are every 20,000 miles. Fuel economy is good, but not amazing. The MINI One D is best with its almost 60mpg fuel figure.

      Usability

      A great all-rounder, the MINI is equally at home in town and on country roads.

      Parts availability

      There should be no problems getting parts and if BMW/MINI can’t help, there’s an established network of specialists that should be able to. Some JCW parts, however, are getting harder to get hold of.

      Parts cost

      Service and parts prices are generally reasonable; however some specialist parts will be more expensive.

      Insurance

      The One and Cooper have the lowest insurance group. The Cooper S is higher, starting at group 15, but this hike is in line with the extra performance.

      Investment potential

      All models are depreciating, but special edition models such as the GP are doing better than the rest of the range and are most likely to retain value longer.

      Plus points

      The BMW MINI looks great, is fun to drive and is relatively cost effective to own.

      Minus points

      There’s virtually no rear legroom or boot space. First generation Cooper S models are thirsty with higher running costs.

      Alternatives

      Ford Puma, Volkswagen Beetle.

      2 Cost considerations

      – affordable, or a money pit?

      In general, running costs are reasonable but can be high for more powerful models, especially the Cooper S, as you’ll pay more for insurance and fuel.

      Service periods

      Oil service: every 10-12,000 miles

      Inspection I service: every 25,000 miles

      Inspection II service: 50,000 miles

      Convertible roof/hood: lx1450

      Inspection I service (dealer): lx159

      Inspection II service (dealer): lx249

      Small service (specialist): lx155

      Large service (specialist): lx215

      Used engine (specialist): from lx450

      Reconditioned gearbox (5-speed): lx400

      Brake caliper (front): lx147.50

      Brake caliper (rear): lx154

      Brake disc: lx55

      Brake pads: lx49.74

      Brake pad sensor*: lx13.75

      Wheel bearing (front): lx144.17

      Wheel bearing (rear): lx150

      Bonnet (standard): lx300

      Front bumper (standard): lx216

      Front bumper (Cooper S): lx195

      Front strut: lx86

      Steering rack: lx725

      *Has to be changed at the same time as the brake pads.

      The Cooper S’s supercharged engine offers the best performance, but you will pay at the pumps and with insurance.

      Cooper front bumper with chrome inserts, part of the Chili pack.

      Parts that are hard to find

      BMW has a history of producing masses of parts for its cars and keeping them on the shelves. However, if you’re after specialist JCW bits, parts supplies are dwindling – especially items of trim. For that elusive part, online auctions are probably your best bet.

      3 Living with a MINI

      – will you get along together?

      Good points

      If you’re looking for a well-built small car with unique looks and heritage, then the MINI could be for you. Just looking at BMW’s re-working of the Classic Mini shape is sure to put a smile on your face, and considering you’re buying one of the best front-wheel drive cars ever, good value too.

      The entry-level R50 One is entertaining to drive, with crisp steering and nifty handling – you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can go round corners! The Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper Works (JCW, the factory performance brand for the MINI) badges, link with fast Minis of the past. The fact that these cars are so tuneable, and can handle big power means that they still have a following amongst hot hatch fans, despite the newer, more powerful rivals that are now on the scene. 

      It’s not just speed where the BMW MINI impresses; for a small car, the standard ride is supple, its clutch, light and the 5- and 6-speed manual gearboxes have a precise change. This makes for easy in-town driving, but get out of the city and generally the MINI is a relaxed cruiser, feeling planted at speed. The Cooper’s reputation for its: sports car performance and handling wrapped in a cute design that’s practical and affordable, was recognised in 2003, when this model won the highly respected North American Car of the Year

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