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Advice on which to buy

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#1 ·
I am currently looking at purchasing a JCW mini, there are two cars I am interested in and was looking for any advice in relation to which may be the better option.

Both cars are very similar in design and features, the main difference is the first is a 2008 model with 68,000 miles and the second is a 2010 model with 30,000 miles. Both have full service history and are in immaculate condition. I understand there are many variables that would affect the decision and would ideally need to see and drive to make a judgement.

Just hoping for a bit of general guidance in regards to which would be the better option for reliability.

Cheers!
 
#5 ·
r50 is the first gen mini one and cooper the r53 is the 1st gen cooper s with the much better engine

r56 is 2nd gen mini one cooper and cooper s they have the rank engine!


r56's have these known and common issues

carbon coking

timing chain guide rails failing guaranteed!!!!!!

oil pump failure on cars over 100k

vanos solenoid issues

the n12 n14 and n18 engines are fragile as fluck!


tritec engine is much stronger! as said
 
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