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mib150 · Jul 18th, 2008, 08:43 PM

Hi Guys,

Sorry mods if this is in the wrong forum??

Here goes.....been looking for a while at getting a convertible Mini, initially was looking at a Cooper, but think we might end up going for an 'S'

(managed to sway the missus)
Anyhow, I've been to look at a June 2005 'S' convertible with 20500 miles, it's red with chilli pack I think (wearing bullets, 3 spoke steering wheel, air con, front fogs, carpet mats) also has xenons. £10500

It has full service history but no TLC pack (seems a bit unusual?), I'm intending on getting a full RAC inspection before parting with me hard earned.

Just wondering what the general thought was about this potential purchase.

Cheers

MIB

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:20 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

Hi Guys,

Sorry mods if this is in the wrong forum??

Here goes.....been looking for a while at getting a convertible Mini, initially was looking at a Cooper, but think we might end up going for an 'S'

(managed to sway the missus)
Anyhow, I've been to look at a June 2005 'S' convertible with 20500 miles, it's red with chilli pack I think (wearing bullets, 3 spoke steering wheel, air con, front fogs, carpet mats) also has xenons. £10500

It has full service history but no TLC pack (seems a bit unusual?), I'm intending on getting a full RAC inspection before parting with me hard earned.

Just wondering what the general thought was about this potential purchase.

Cheers

MIB

Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it.

KillerByte · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:25 PM

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

Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it.

Agreed.

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:26 PM

Nice wheels though

KillerByte · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:29 PM

Is this a private sale or through a dealer?

mib150 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:29 PM

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

Nice wheels though

Fronts are a little worn on the outer edges, still legal tho' as it has 12mths MOT, how much for new rubber? (which I imagine may be soon

)

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM

Where's the history at?

mib150 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by KillerByte (original)

Is this a private sale or through a dealer?

Private sale - hence the RAC inspection

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original)

Fronts are a little worn on the outer edges, still legal tho' as it has 12mths MOT, how much for new rubber? (which I imagine may be soon

)

Run flats aren't cheap. Look at over £150 each I think. (from what I have read anyway)

mib150 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:31 PM

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

Where's the history at?

Williams of Rochdale

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:32 PM

Oh well thats good. The car should be alright mechanically then

mib150 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:32 PM

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

Run flats aren't cheap. Look at over £150 each I think. (from what I have read anyway)

OUCH!!

Eagle F1's and a can of tyre-weld methinks!

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:33 PM

So do I! However, I think that you have to replace the whole set, so swap the fronts and back so that they are all worn! There are threads about run flats vs normal tyres.

Scrogg · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:36 PM

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

Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it.

Quote: Originally Posted by KillerByte (original)

Agreed.

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

M.O.S · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:38 PM

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.

True. See Chris from Woodman's post on service costs if you want to budget for servicing.

Scrogg · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:38 PM

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 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:39 PM

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 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:40 PM

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 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:41 PM

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 · Jul 18th, 2008, 09:42 PM

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.....

Jul 18th, 2008, 08:43 PM	#1
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	Cooper S Convertible £10.5k What thinks you? Hi Guys, Sorry mods if this is in the wrong forum?? Here goes.....been looking for a while at getting a convertible Mini, initially was looking at a Cooper, but think we might end up going for an 'S' (managed to sway the missus) Anyhow, I've been to look at a June 2005 'S' convertible with 20500 miles, it's red with chilli pack I think (wearing bullets, 3 spoke steering wheel, air con, front fogs, carpet mats) also has xenons. £10500 It has full service history but no TLC pack (seems a bit unusual?), I'm intending on getting a full RAC inspection before parting with me hard earned. Just wondering what the general thought was about this potential purchase. Cheers MIB

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:20 PM	#2 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original) Hi Guys, Sorry mods if this is in the wrong forum?? Here goes.....been looking for a while at getting a convertible Mini, initially was looking at a Cooper, but think we might end up going for an 'S' (managed to sway the missus) Anyhow, I've been to look at a June 2005 'S' convertible with 20500 miles, it's red with chilli pack I think (wearing bullets, 3 spoke steering wheel, air con, front fogs, carpet mats) also has xenons. £10500 It has full service history but no TLC pack (seems a bit unusual?), I'm intending on getting a full RAC inspection before parting with me hard earned. Just wondering what the general thought was about this potential purchase. Cheers MIB Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it. The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
KillerByte MINI2 Slave Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nottingham Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 10,658 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original) Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it. Agreed. * * * Supporting Teams 50 & 51 on The Italian Job 2008 * * * www.hangonlads.com

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	Nice wheels though The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
KillerByte MINI2 Slave Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nottingham Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 10,658 Offline	Is this a private sale or through a dealer? * * * Supporting Teams 50 & 51 on The Italian Job 2008 * * * www.hangonlads.com

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Jul 18th, 2008, 09:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original) Nice wheels though Fronts are a little worn on the outer edges, still legal tho' as it has 12mths MOT, how much for new rubber? (which I imagine may be soon )

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	Where's the history at? The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM	#8 (permalink)
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by KillerByte (original) Is this a private sale or through a dealer? Private sale - hence the RAC inspection

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mib150 (original) Fronts are a little worn on the outer edges, still legal tho' as it has 12mths MOT, how much for new rubber? (which I imagine may be soon ) Run flats aren't cheap. Look at over £150 each I think. (from what I have read anyway) The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original) Where's the history at? Williams of Rochdale

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:32 PM	#11 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	Oh well thats good. The car should be alright mechanically then The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:32 PM	#12 (permalink)
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original) Run flats aren't cheap. Look at over £150 each I think. (from what I have read anyway) OUCH!! Eagle F1's and a can of tyre-weld methinks!

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:33 PM	#13 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	So do I! However, I think that you have to replace the whole set, so swap the fronts and back so that they are all worn! There are threads about run flats vs normal tyres. The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:36 PM	#14 (permalink)
Scrogg Extra 3 Inches Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 16,109 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by M.O.S (original) Seems fair however the lack of TLC will count against it. Quote: Originally Posted by KillerByte (original) Agreed. On a three year old car with that mileage it's only worth one service, so doesn't count for much. 30

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:38 PM	#15 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	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. True. See Chris from Woodman's post on service costs if you want to budget for servicing. The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:38 PM	#16 (permalink)
Scrogg Extra 3 Inches Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 16,109 Offline	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. 30

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:39 PM	#17 (permalink)
KillerByte MINI2 Slave Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nottingham Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 10,658 Offline	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. * * * Supporting Teams 50 & 51 on The Italian Job 2008 * * * www.hangonlads.com

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:40 PM	#18 (permalink)
mib150 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 47 Offline	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!)

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:41 PM	#19 (permalink)
M.O.S MINI One Seven Join Date: Jun 2008 Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 1,977 Offline	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! The Original MINI One Seven

Jul 18th, 2008, 09:42 PM	#20 (permalink)
laura f off out.... My Classifieds Join Date: May 2004 Location: Northern Mini Local Time: 10:40 PM Posts: 19,962 Offline	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..... \| My Gallery \| My Flickr \|

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