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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 05:41 PM
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Common Mini Problems?

Hi all,

I'm looking to buy a used mini soon and was wondering what endemic problems there are with them. Having owned several BMWs I know they all have their build/design issues depending on their model, some annoying, some that are more serious.

I'm specifically looking at a 2003 Cooper S right now if that helps.

Thanks!
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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 08:11 PM
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I just got my 05 MC/S and the biggest problem I have is that any shopping trip now takes at least 15 minutes longer. It seems that there is a never-ending pool of people who want to talk about the car whenever I get into or out of it in a parking lot. Other than that, no problems yet. Also remember that an 03 is probably still under warranty, and any problems have probably been taken care of by the previous owner by now. An 03 should be in "the zone." Original problems fixed, and too low a mileage for things to have worn out yet.
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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 09:36 PM
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I have a 2003:

My issues have been Faulty Electric Windows and PDC and Rattles. Apart from that the car is fautless
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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 09:39 PM
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The main problem I have is I can't stop driving it.

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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 10:22 PM
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Welp, too late everyone, the auction ended so I bought the car.
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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 10:45 PM
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Welp, too late everyone, the auction ended so I bought the car.

Nice. We need specs and pics.

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Old Sep 26th, 2004, 11:07 PM
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Nice. We need specs and pics.



All 3 packages, NAV, R-90 wheels (spare S-Lites), Black Leather... SWEET!

Now does anyone know where I can get a OEM Aero Front bumper cheap?
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All 3 packages, NAV, R-90 wheels (spare S-Lites), Black Leather... SWEET!

Now does anyone know where I can get a OEM Aero Front bumper cheap?

Wow, looks great!

Love the R90s


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Old Sep 27th, 2004, 06:18 AM
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A big congrats! I don't know where your from but my biggest problem has been service from So Cal dealers.
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