I'm tormenting myself. Love my vintage Saab to death. It runs well but needs some bodywork. Love my VW Golf's quality and everyday driveabilty, but am so passionate about the Cooper S. My friend just picked his well-appointed S up from NY and I spent all day in it Sunday. Absolutely wonderful in every way. Please give me some direction, guys!!!
my friend's Cooper S:



my Saab 99:



my Golf:


I am spankin' new here, but I value the opinion of all Mini enthusiasts. Please give me your advice. Thanks!!!

 

Uh..is this a joke? Of course you should do it! Get the MINI...Get the MINI.

Or, well, you'll wish you did!

 

While the SAAB and Golf are nice, this should be the EASIEST question of your life - though you might find people a little biased around here. Either that or wave at the rest of us as we go flying by....

 

I vote get the MINI...your friends is a pretty sweet lookin' ride, too! :smile:

 

Get the MINI !!! Life is too short not to drive one !!!

 

while I'm at it, post some pics of your cars! I'm still in the research phase and am eager to see what's out there. Only seen a total of 3 Cooper Ss in the Detroit metro area (2 Dark Silvers, 1 Red w/ white wheels). If I buy one, it will be just like the above without the rally lights and stripes. Thanks for the replies!!! :smile:

 

You can find pictures of members MINI's in the section labeled, appropriately enough, Member MINIs

 

This is obviously a Saab(sob) Story. that you ask this question on this web site means you have already crossed a major Golf in your decission making process. My advisea: QUIT THINKIN' ABOUT IT AND GET THE MINI!!

P.S.

don't forgrt to blink your lights at other passing Minis. It's a British sportscar tradtion.

 

you certainly have contributed to my bind. Leaning more and more toward the Mini. Need to be absolutely convinced. Keep 'em coming!

 

Sori no help here, unless you do you just won't get it. I have other toys but I DRIVE the MCS. Do what you got to do I love mine and there really is nothing I would rather be doing.........See there listen she's calling me now............... Friar

 

Pfffftt. Sorry, but like the other have stated. It's a way too obvious of a question to ask. A '74 Saab??? Come on.
Just funning around. But you did ask for opinions. Tee hee heeeeee.
Trust us.........get the Mini. You won't regret it.
Cheers,

 

I don't know that saab looks fun.

I bet you love working on her too.

Can't you just get rid of the VW? How about extending your financing period?

Pebble.
:smile:

 

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I tend to agree with the last poster. I would keep the '74 Saab around. I think aside from it being kinda rare, it makes up for a very nice winter beater car. Besides, how much are you expecting to get for the Saab on a private sale? I don't think those cars are worth that much money to begin with, but I could be wrong.

Sell the VW Golf and get the MINI, you won't regret it!.

I think the MINI Cooper 'S' is a terrific car, but I would suggest for you to familiarize with its Pros and Cons before making a final decision. Also, test drive the regular Cooper...don't discard it just because it doesn't have a Supercharger bolted to the engine...it is also a very, very nice ride.

Have fun!

 

I agree with Pebble I think? Keep the Saab You are from new york right. Take the saab to the mall. use it during hail storms. drive it in the blizzards. Dump the golf/rabbit. and keep the MINI in a garage.

 

<jumping up and down like a lunatic> GET THE MINI!! GET THE MINI!! GET THE MINI!!!

 

*In best Homer Simpson impersonation*

Mmmmmmmmm.....Mini.........