Third time posting - 2004 MINI Cooper Manual
Hello all!!
I drive MINI Coopers all day, but I don't own one. What are the potential issues of buying a 2004 MINI Cooper non-S manual with 80k mi on it and selling my 01 civic auto with 70k on it? Will it be much more to maintain

Thank you very much! I hope I am posting this in a good spot. If not, any feedback would be appreciated.

 

Have you considered an S? I'm obviously biased, but they do offer more power that can come in useful, especially in highway or mountain driving. I know of a "like new" 04 MCS with 29K miles that is obsolutely perfect inside and out. This car is available at an independent MINI shop where I have my car maintained. Check it out here: http://bit.ly/d1khUb

If you plan to buy the Cooper you've been driving, at least you know the history. You can learn about potential problems here:http://www.motoringfile.com/mini-r50r53-buyers-guide/

 

Yes, I agree that there is a huge difference in power between the S and the non-S. Thanks for the link.

 

Might want to search the Midlands on the non S versus the Getrag on the S transmissions. There are some interesting posts that might help your decision. Good luck.