Cooper S Convertible £10.5k What thinks you?

[Scrogg]

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

It does seem a little odd though how someone paying the price for a new Mini (whatever model) wouldn't fork out a few quid for the TLC package.?

Possibly an ex Contract Hire car. They usually come with full maintenance, so TLC is not needed.

[KillerByte]

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

On a three year old car with that mileage it's only worth one service, so doesn't count for much.

Actually you're right. My MINI has TLC XL so I'd automatically added additional servicing. My mistake.

[mib150]

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

Possibly an ex Contract Hire car. They usually come with full maintenance, so TLC is not needed.

Maybe actually, cos it has a handsfree car kit fitted?? (Which really needs to come out!)

[M.O.S]

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

Maybe actually, cos it has a handsfree car kit fitted?? (Which really needs to come out!)

It isn't one of those that has drilled holes through the trim is it? They are horrible!

[laura f]

I'd be checking the roof very carefully for any sign of the known wear, as it would be costly to replace and I imagine it's out of warranty now?

It would be worth checking the convertible forum for known problems (roof being the biggest). If the RAC report comes back all clear and everything else seems in order then you have yourself a bargain, does seem very keenly priced to me.....

[Scrogg]

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

Maybe actually, cos it has a handsfree car kit fitted?? (Which really needs to come out!)

That's usually a tell-tale sign of a company car.

[mib150]

Quote: Originally Posted by Scrogg (original)

Possibly an ex Contract Hire car. They usually come with full maintenance, so TLC is not needed.

Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original)

It isn't one of those that has drilled holes through the trim is it? They are horrible!

No, the bracket comes through the 'gap' at the side of the stereo.

[M.O.S]

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

No, the bracket comes through the 'gap' at the side of the stereo.

Oh that's alright then! What condition is it in?

[mib150]

Quote: Originally Posted by laura f (original)

I'd be checking the roof very carefully for any sign of the known wear, as it would be costly to replace and I imagine it's out of warranty now?

It would be worth checking the convertible forum for known problems (roof being the biggest). If the RAC report comes back all clear and everything else seems in order then you have yourself a bargain, does seem very keenly priced to me.....

Must admit, guy seemed ok. He let me, the wife and the two kids take it for a test drive!! (Leaving my company car behind as security )

[NickyJ]

It sounds a bargain, but as Laura said check the roof as this could be expensive to replace

[Sooper Rob]

How much! that seems very cheap, should be for sale around £11,5/£12,000.

Make sure it is hpi clear. By the way run flats start around £110 each.

[M.O.S]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sooper Rob (original)

How much! that seems very cheap, should be for sale around £11,5/£12,000.

Make sure it is hpi clear. By the way run flats start around £110 each.

Really for 17s! I'm sure Supa-Dupa-Cooper paid £185 each for hers on 17s! Don't tell her!

[mib150]

Quote: Originally Posted by NickyJ (original)

It sounds a bargain, but as Laura said check the roof as this could be expensive to replace

Where in particular should I be checking the roof? Thank you please

Quote: Originally Posted by Sooper Rob (original)

How much! that seems very cheap, should be for sale around £11,5/£12,000.

Make sure it is hpi clear. By the way run flats start around £110 each.

Hopefully the inspection should uncover this? That's not too bad for tyres.

Tried to post a couple of piccies from me pc but not sure how to??

[NickyJ]

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

Where in particular should I be checking the roof? Thank you please



Hopefully the inspection should uncover this? That's not too bad for tyres.

Tried to post a couple of piccies from me pc but not sure how to??

Check for the canvas wearing or developing white/shiny marks over the hinges and make sure the roof mechanism works properly

You can upload pics to your gallery here and link to them, or alternatively you can load them up to somewhere like Photobucket and post the link here

[Sooper Rob]

You would have to ask it might just be a mechanical inspection and not include a data check, if not you can do this online. I've seen Pirelli Eufori run flats 205/45/R17V (I should say not the best tyre) for £103 not including fitting or £117 with fitting.