Or for that matter...would you purchase another Mini?

I tried doing a search on this topic but came up empty handed...or should I say..."empty search". I may have used the wrong search terms so I apologize for beating a dead horse...

I have seen mixed feelings on this board about the Mini's and the buying experience...


-Joe

 

 

Yes, I would happily buy another MINI, or if I had the money, just another MINI to throw a twincharger in and other outlandish mods.

 

absolutely.

 

I'd most certainly buy another... and another... and another...

I wanted one since 02, bought in 05, and it was SO worth the wait.

 

No doubt about it. I wonder now why I waited so long to get my first one....

As D.I.N.K.ies (Double Income No Kids) we plan on having cars instead of kids and we have considered becoming a 2 MINI family (we already argue over who will drive it!)

Cars in the garage: 2006 MCS JCW, 1980 Porsche 911 Sc, 2005 Ford F-150, 1956 Chevy (Classic!)

Favorite.....MINI!!!

 

Definitely! The thought of driving anything else at this point is not in the slightest bit appealing. I've had my share of problems, but they've been worth it.

 

If ever we can afford it we will be a DMF(Dual MINI Family) and hopefully a MMF(Multiple MINI Family). So to answer you question, YES! Over and over again.

 

Even though I love my Mini:

No, I would get something with more power stock.

 

I'd do it again. No question.
There is still no other car on the (US) market that gives so much fun for so little. I am reminded of this every time I drive something other than a MINI.
It doesn't matter which model of MINI that you are driving, they are all such a blast.
I would change nothing on my car if I were to buy another, other than add LSD, now that it is available.

 

In a heartbeat. As it is, I have to guard my keys. I can see my husband getting one for himself at some point, and my teenage son is already begging for one! What's funny to me is that his dad (my ex) drives a Porsche 911 and my son would take the MINI over it if he could choose!
Annette

 

Yes Yes... even I want more now. I always thinking about a second MINI after I have my first MCS... If I can, I would like to have a PW/B MC and, HO/Blue top MCSC....

 

Yes. Considering the alternatives available in the USA I would definitely get another MINI--especially the 2007 version, but maybe in late 2008.

If I lived in Europe or Australia I would have to think hard on it--they have so many little cars to choose from--but MINI would be the choice by which to compare the others (such as a Clio). If I lived in Asia I might not even want a car. I can't imagine myself in South America even though I used to live there. And Africa and Antartica are too extreme for me.

 

Yep, I think I would buy another! ...... oh yeah ...... I already did!

 

darn, this is a tough one. i obviously like them enogh to have bought 2 of them within 8 months, but, if i was to do it all over again, i might have ended up with a Cobalt SS. It was pretty close, and it got even closer when i saw the GMS discount on a cobaly SS!

But, i sacrificed the horspower for the MINI, and i was happy. then i bought my S. Still doesnt have the pep of the 2L 210 horse ecotec, but, they are very close.

But if i had to do it over, id have bought an S to begin with.

 

Yes and I did.

 

Great to read! I know that I have some folks have had bad dealings with the dealerships and getting service done can be a real pain in the "boot", especially having to drive such long distances for service.


I know these cars have their quirks...but what cars (besides Honda) don't?

I am soooo excited about getting one, but have been nervous about reliability. I am also concerned about the attitudes of the dealerships. I have never ever paid MSRP for a car before and would not have ever thought I would, but the folks at BMW know what they are doing with their marketing schemes and keeping demand high and supply low. You gotta pay to play so to speak. So I sucked it up and have agreed to MSRP. I just don't like the dealership attitude of "if you don't like it...tough...go somewhere else...for everyone of you, there are 10 more knocking at my door to purchase"

But I do appreciate everybody's candor...I am certainly looking for all experiences whether they have been good or bad.

Thanks Again,
Joe

 

Yes. No hesitation to even ponder.

 

YES And even though I told my wife that I was going to keep my MINI for a long time, I'll probably trade it in for an 2007 when they become available

 

I already bought a second one and kept the first! I've had very few problems with my '03 MC. The new one, an '05 S, has been trouble free for all of its 1,200 miles. The dealerships have been fine. ... I had more problems with my previous car, a Toyota (starter died twice.)

 

I am on my second MINI. Trying to get hubby to sell his Corvette and get yet another MINI! Yes...I would get another MINI...but I won't be selling my Wanda....no way!

Remember, skyydiver, that many folks will post about their problems, but the vast majority have no problems, so do not post. Don't be deterred by folks airing their issues.

Cobalt SS, NSRNWC? The MINI is not about straight-line power, but about handling, especially in the twisties!

 

Even without a Dealership in this state I would say YES to buying another one
cheers
Shawn

 

I'm on my second MINI as well. So to answer your question - Yes.

Been there, done that and even got the t-shirt.

 

i'm actually selling my '80 SC to buy my Mini...the only problem is I have to sell it first . I Do love my 911, but I've had it for over 7 years now, and am ready to move on to a new, street legal go-kart ....oh and the reason i'm not keeping it - just the opposite as JCWGurl, i have a kid and can't afford it.

 

I love the one I have, so no, I probably wouldn't buy another one. I want this car to last forever and for my next car to be an M coupe to play with.

And to do it all over again - I would have taken a more serious and longer look at the RSX-S because of build quality and reliability (my MCS has given me no reason to question its reliability yet; its build quality (fit and finish) however...:impatient)

mb