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Old 08-17-2016, 07:51 PM
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Best R56???

Hey, I currently drive the 2007 Mini Cooper base model and was interested in getting a newer mini cooper but the S model so I can upgrade it much easier and have more fun. The two main ones I was looking at were:

1 - 2013 Mini Cooper S (39,000KM) for $19,900

2 - 2012 Mini Cooper S with JCW styling package (rims, seats, skirt) also with NAV but 87,000KM for $18,000

Which one would you recommend and why? Also trying to keep this car for along time and will be daily driver thanks!
 
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Old 08-17-2016, 09:32 PM
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I think they are both over priced.
 
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Old 08-17-2016, 10:43 PM
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Putting aside price , I don't like paying for extra plastic bits that don't really do much. A real JCW is fine for me. I would go #1 if price and conditions work.
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 02:50 AM
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They seem like Canadian prices to me but between the two, I would go for the lower mileage one unless the appearance is really important to you. The JCW does look good and many here have spent loads making their cars JCW clones so that does have value. How much value is the big question. Pictures would be good if you have them.
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 04:32 AM
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They seem like Canadian prices to me but between the two, I would go for the lower mileage one unless the appearance is really important to you. The JCW does look good and many here have spent loads making their cars JCW clones so that does have value. How much value is the big question. Pictures would be good if you have them.
Yes, these are Canadian prices sorry which also mean the prices are priced fairly well. Here are some pictures so you guys can judge for yourself thanks for the help!
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 04:52 AM
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Go with the 2013 if your budget can handle it. Less miles, one year newer, good looking car! I'm sure there is some wiggle room on the price.
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 05:41 AM
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Man I was loving the Red car with Nav till I saw the automatic transmission.
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 08:36 AM
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I'm the owner of a red with black roof MINI.
Black with red roof MINI look really better!.
But, it is just coincidence.

I'm with the lower milleage car.
You have 50.000 extra KMs!
 
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