BRAND NEW 2005 Mini Cooper S $22,000
VIN: WMWRE33415 TD92209

This vehicle was won in a contest on December 20, 2004, but I need the money more than the car. It is brand new and in immaculate condition. There are 800 miles on it from being used by the dealership. I am selling it for $3368 less than what it cost at the dealership, $669 below MSRP. Car cover included.

Included Options:

Electric Blue Metallic exterior

Cordoba Beige Soft Leather interior

Dynamic Stability Control

Door Mirror Caps in Body Color

Roof in Body Color
(please note: all included options are listed above. Please do not write to inquire about options)

Standard Features:

Note: italicized features are unique to the S version of the Mini Cooper

Engineering and Safety Features

Supercharged, intercooled 1.6-liter overhead cam (OHC), 16-valve inline 4-cylinder engine (168hp)

6-speed manual Getrag transmission

MacPherson strut front suspension w/ Multi-link rear suspension

Sport Suspension w/ front and rear anti-roll stabilizer bars

Electro-hydraulic, engine-speed-sensitive, power steering

16” alloy wheels, 195/55R-16 all-season run-flat tires

6-way adjustable sport seats (manual) w/ driver and passenger height adjustment

Center-mounted speedometer

Steering column-mounted tachometer

Engine Immobilizer with Coded Driveaway Protection

Rear Spoiler

Center-mounted twin tailpipes

Safety Features

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

All-season traction control

Anti-lock Braking System

Corner Brake Control (CBC)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

6 airbags

Driver and front passenger airbags – Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with “smart” dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment

Driver/front passenger seat mounted, side-impact airbags

Advanced Head Protection System (AHPS II)

Flat Tire Monitor

Side-impact door beams with interlocking anchoring system

Height-adjustable front safety belts

Comfort and Convenience Features

Air Conditioning with microfilter and air-recirculation

Remote keyless entry via self-charging transmitter in ignition key

Anti-theft CD audio system with AM/FM radio, 6 speakers, presets, auxiliary input ready, satellite radio ready and pre-wired for 6-disc CD changer

Speed-sensitive intermittent windshield wipers

Power windows with “one-touch” down operation

Service interval indicator with miles-to-service readout

Check control vehicle monitor system with pictogram display

Split fold down rear seats for expandable cargo space

Power exterior mirror control

Lockable climate controlled glovebox

3-spoke leather tilt steering wheel


Warranty

Full Maintenance Program until 10/23/2007 or 36,000 miles

Limited Warranty until 01/23/2009 or 55,000 miles

Twelve year limited rust perforation warranty

MINI Roadside Assistance Program 4 years/50,000 miles


Weight: 2678 lbs

Torque: 162 ft-lbs at 4000 rpms

Power to Weight Ratio: 1 hp = 16.4 lbs

Compression Ration: 8.3:1

Drag Coefficient: 0.35

Top Speed: 134

Acceleration 0 to 60mph: 6.8 sec

Mileage: 25 City/32 Highway


http://www.miniusa.com

http://auto.dog.consumerguide.com/auto/new/reviews/full/index.cfm/id/37657#specifications

http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ncap/cars/2885.html



Serious inquiries please contact aileenzzz@hotmail.com or (510)685-8593.

This vehicle is currently located in Richmond, CA.
Will consider shipping at buyer's expense, contact for details

 

Smart of you to market it here on an a Mini enthusiast web site, but you will need to do a few things first;

-Post a front and side photo at a minimum
-List all options, packages, and MSRP on vehicle using window sticker
-Mention if shipping would be an option, or pick-up only
-Clean up your current post by using the edit button. It's a mess!

Good luck with the sale...


Sample ad photo

 

Congrats on winning the contest, but you might want to drop your price a bit. 800 miles is quite a lot when they're 800 miles of having the crap beaten out of it as a tester car. The recommended break-in is shot for that thing.

 

My thoughts exactly It reminds me of when I went to test drive a mini and I hammered it mercilessly and then the salesman wants me to buy that car lol

 

The only thing worse than buying a demo sports/sporty car is buying a used rental car! :smile:

 

I agree. BMW is very specific on proper engine break-in procedures in the owners manual for the Mini Cooper...

 

http://www.craigslist.org/eby/car/53337345.html

It's is new but it doesn't seem to have any of the desirable packages. The pics show that it doesn't have a sunroof so it probably doesn't have the premium package. It doesn't have the sport so it probably doesn't have xenon headlights. But it does have leather. Pricewise, I don't think anyone outside of CA will pay it. And in CA, without the packages the demand will be lower as well.

Good luck!

 

Thank you all for the input and feedback.
I'm taking your advice, cutting another $1000 off the asking price.
Note changes to the original post.

P.S. thanks for keeping my post active and near the top of the fourum!

 

Me personally, if I won that car and needed the money, I be selling it for like $17-18k to get it gone....


When it comes down to needing money over the winning car, I'd rather cut a deal and still come out $17-18k ahead instead of keeping the car holding out for another $4-5k.

Cut a deal and I guarantee somebody will jump on it FAST.

 

Very valid observation.

Seller, don't forget to report this on your taxes otherwise the IRS will be looking for you. I wonder what the dealership will report as the winnings? MSRP or MSRP with markup? Anyone know the tax ruling on that?