So, 2 weeks ago my Golf was written off by someone steaming into the back of me, so now I need a new car. I've always loved the look of the new Minis but until today I hadn't actually sat in one, partly because I'm 6'6" ish and didn't think I'd fit!!
However, much to my surprise I visited a local car superstore today and took out both a ONE and a Cooper S, and it was like a tardis in the front, leg room/head room not a problem at all.
Having now fallen in love with the Mini I have a bit of a dilemma as to what to buy. So here's my options as I see it:
- Buy a brand new Cooper ONE - stupid idea, now disregarding
- Buy a second hand Cooper ONE
- Buy a second hand Cooper / Cooper S
I have neither swaying me either way as liked both cars, the extra power of the S whilst instantly noticeable, and enjoyable is not 'really' a deciding factor.
I'm assuming from looking at Cherished Minis that I'm looking at ~04/54 for the Cooper S at that sort of price level with ~30,000 miles on the clock.
My only stipulations are that if second hand it has to be 04/54 or newer, and no more than 35,000 (absolute max) ... of which I've seen a few advertised locally.
But then on the other hand, would a new ONE, be a better buy generally?!? To say I'm confused is an understatement. Either way, it has to be a Mini
Oh, and I'd prefer to buy from a main dealer for the cherished extras, and more room to haggle on the price (which I'm rubbish at though).
Any guidance appreciated
James