Hey,

I've been a long time member of bimmerforums and am pretty familiar with BMWs. My wife is about to buy a 2005 Mini Cooper S convertible with 80,000 miles. I figured it was time to sign up over here.

Hopefully I can get some input on how to go about making the purchase (from a Mercedes dealer) regarding anything to watch out for? We need to make sure the top works, I'm sure....

Thanks for your input!

 

A convertible with 80K calls for a careful inspection of everything including the top. Would take the car to a MINI competent tech for a thorough checkup. You are getting into the age mileage wise that a lot of things may need now or very shortly attention, some of it possibly major. Spend the time and some money to make sure this is a sound investent.

 

i have a 2005 mcs conv and only have 38000 when i got it..so far been aqwesome..

yes u have to check everything n maybe bring to a mechanic or maybe dealership have extended warranty.. check folding roof for silver color worn spts...the mushroom of the fron strut etc

 

Agreed. Good luck with your purchase!