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zimbo · Jan 4th, 2008, 05:58 AM

Hi folks just a quick question for you Copper D owners. I currently have an 06 mini one with a lot of extras on and am thinking about buying/getting a new 08 Cooper D, but am just worried about problems with the R56 models which seem to be quite common with loads of different faults through out the range.

But seeing as you folks drive these cars daily your the best to ask, should I go for it or should i not? not had any major problems with my current car and If I go for the Diesel It will not have as high a spec as i have now. But my main requirment will be for it to have good fuel consumption, because current fuel prices are a joke and i am not getting that great a mileage with petrol these days.

So any help and advice you guys can give me would be greatfully appreciated. Thank you all in advance Ali (zimbo)

supa-dupa-cooper · Jan 4th, 2008, 06:27 AM

Hi

This thread is perfect for me

Reason : Well ive currently got an 06 ONE with a fair amount of extras (also had no faults), and am currently waiting for delivery of my 08 Cooper D on March 1st

I would say go for it but then i guess i am a bit biased

The Cooper D is fantastic car (have you driven one?) and my reason for choosing it is not only the good fuel consumption and tax banding but also for the amount of torque the car has.

I drove a Petrol Cooper after the D and I was not impressed by it at all!!

Im a bit worried about getting rid of my 'perfect car' but to be honest it may or may not stay that way, a year down the line it could have something wrong with it (i doubt it but you never know!) Im not too worried about the faults on the R56 anymore, as long as youve got a good dealer, problems should be sorted easily.

And faults can happen on any car at any time, no matter what make/model it is!

Good luck deciding

MINI&MERCGUY · Jan 4th, 2008, 09:13 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by zimbo (original)

Hi folks just a quick question for you Copper D owners. I currently have an 06 mini one with a lot of extras on and am thinking about buying/getting a new 08 Cooper D, but am just worried about problems with the R56 models which seem to be quite common with loads of different faults through out the range.

But seeing as you folks drive these cars daily your the best to ask, should I go for it or should i not? not had any major problems with my current car and If I go for the Diesel It will not have as high a spec as i have now. But my main requirment will be for it to have good fuel consumption, because current fuel prices are a joke and i am not getting that great a mileage with petrol these days.

So any help and advice you guys can give me would be greatfully appreciated. Thank you all in advance Ali (zimbo)

Would a high spec 2008 MINI One not be the ideal solution to your problem? That way you'll have low fuel consumption (admittedly not as low as that of the Cooper D) and a highly specced car. Don't mind all of the nonsense talk of R56 problems etc - sure a few owners have had a few problems, and it is only the problems we hear about on the forum, the other 99.8% of R56 owners are happy with their cars. I personally believe that R56 build quality and reliability is, at worst, equal to that of the first generation of MINIs.

devaisl · Jan 4th, 2008, 09:24 AM

Dont know anything about the Dooper but can agree with MINI&MERCGUY about the R56 - you will always hear about the problems on the forum - I have an R56 S and its fine

Also, if you go for the Dooper you can always add upgrades to your car after like alloy wheels, lights, decals, chrome, ICE, etc.etc. If buying the Dooper just spec the extras that are difficult to fit after...

Stiggy · Jan 4th, 2008, 12:12 PM

I've got a Cooper D and have had no problems.

You will take a long time to recover your costs of upgrading from a ONE to a Cooper D, but you'll have a lot of fun in the meantime! Have you got an insurance quote for a D, as that might be a factor.

What options have you got on your ONE?

appmacguy · Jan 5th, 2008, 11:24 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Stiggy (original)

I've got a Cooper D and have had no problems.

You will take a long time to recover your costs of upgrading from a ONE to a Cooper D, but you'll have a lot of fun in the meantime! Have you got an insurance quote for a D, as that might be a factor.

What options have you got on your ONE?

I have an 02 Cooper and looking at the Cooper D. Is there much difference in insurance with the D having a turbo? I currently pay £262.50 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 33.

ASTON · Jan 5th, 2008, 11:30 AM

cooper D every time

Its the best car MINI have made to date

I did 6500 miles in mine trouble free

Stiggy · Jan 5th, 2008, 11:41 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by appmacguy (original)

I have an 02 Cooper and looking at the Cooper D. Is there much difference in insurance with the D having a turbo? I currently pay £262.50 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 33.

As the Cooper D has slightly less power than the Cooper, the insurance might be cheaper! I pay £190 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 40.

chrisandjax · Jan 5th, 2008, 11:55 AM

If I was in the market for a new Cooper, it would be the D version everytime!

I have test driven both engines petrol and diesel. There is just something more exciting driving the D.

OK it has lack lasture acceleration in !st and 2nd but once your into third the car come comes into iis own and it just pulls and pulls..

supa-dupa-cooper · Jan 5th, 2008, 02:42 PM

I found it is slightly cheaper for insurance than a Petrol Cooper, even though im 21

Jon Robson · Jan 6th, 2008, 09:24 AM

Very pleased with my Cooper D, had it 4 months and done 7000 miles, go for it you won't look back.

W44NE G · Jan 6th, 2008, 11:12 AM

I bought a MINI Cooper D last Friday and up to now have found 5 faults with it so it's going back to the dealer to be sorted on Tuesday... you know what though, I still love the car to bits and if you were unlucky enough to get a faulty car I'm sure the dealership would be more than helpful as they have been with myself.

Get a Cooper D

zimbo · Jan 6th, 2008, 12:14 PM

Thanks for all the replies folks, well I went and had a look into buying a diesel and I just cant afford to get it just now, very dissapointed, but never mind I still have great trouble free ONE for now and once my house is sold which will be in the next six months (hopefully) i'll then be able to get one

I'll report back on here when that day finally arrives...

Thanks again for all the replies.

zimbo

twentysecondstogo · Jan 12th, 2008, 02:46 PM

Go for the Dooper! I have had no faults at all and its got 11000 on the clock!

adam_Randell · Jan 12th, 2008, 03:39 PM

Cooper D. Doubt you will get 40/50mpg and brilliant performance from a MINI ONE!

Jan 4th, 2008, 05:58 AM	#1
zimbo MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Scotland... Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 101 Offline	06 mini one or 08 Cooper D? Hi folks just a quick question for you Copper D owners. I currently have an 06 mini one with a lot of extras on and am thinking about buying/getting a new 08 Cooper D, but am just worried about problems with the R56 models which seem to be quite common with loads of different faults through out the range. But seeing as you folks drive these cars daily your the best to ask, should I go for it or should i not? not had any major problems with my current car and If I go for the Diesel It will not have as high a spec as i have now. But my main requirment will be for it to have good fuel consumption, because current fuel prices are a joke and i am not getting that great a mileage with petrol these days. So any help and advice you guys can give me would be greatfully appreciated. Thank you all in advance Ali (zimbo)

Jan 4th, 2008, 06:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
supa-dupa-cooper In S Club Heaven!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cloud MINI Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 18,654 Offline	Hi This thread is perfect for me Reason : Well ive currently got an 06 ONE with a fair amount of extras (also had no faults), and am currently waiting for delivery of my 08 Cooper D on March 1st I would say go for it but then i guess i am a bit biased The Cooper D is fantastic car (have you driven one?) and my reason for choosing it is not only the good fuel consumption and tax banding but also for the amount of torque the car has. I drove a Petrol Cooper after the D and I was not impressed by it at all!! Im a bit worried about getting rid of my 'perfect car' but to be honest it may or may not stay that way, a year down the line it could have something wrong with it (i doubt it but you never know!) Im not too worried about the faults on the R56 anymore, as long as youve got a good dealer, problems should be sorted easily. And faults can happen on any car at any time, no matter what make/model it is! Good luck deciding * The Italian Job 2008......Team 50 - Sponsor Us Here!* UNION JACK OWNERS CLUB GB002

Jan 5th, 2008, 11:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
appmacguy MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Leicester Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 233 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Stiggy (original) I've got a Cooper D and have had no problems. You will take a long time to recover your costs of upgrading from a ONE to a Cooper D, but you'll have a lot of fun in the meantime! Have you got an insurance quote for a D, as that might be a factor. What options have you got on your ONE? I have an 02 Cooper and looking at the Cooper D. Is there much difference in insurance with the D having a turbo? I currently pay £262.50 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 33. 57 Mini Cooper, Astro Black.

Jan 5th, 2008, 11:55 AM	#9 (permalink)
chrisandjax The Red Baron Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Legoland Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 4,968 Offline	If I was in the market for a new Cooper, it would be the D version everytime! I have test driven both engines petrol and diesel. There is just something more exciting driving the D. OK it has lack lasture acceleration in !st and 2nd but once your into third the car come comes into iis own and it just pulls and pulls.. http://www.miniadventureworld.com

Jan 5th, 2008, 02:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
supa-dupa-cooper In S Club Heaven!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cloud MINI Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 18,654 Offline	I found it is slightly cheaper for insurance than a Petrol Cooper, even though im 21 * The Italian Job 2008......Team 50 - Sponsor Us Here!* UNION JACK OWNERS CLUB GB002

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Jan 4th, 2008, 09:13 AM	#3 (permalink)
MINI&MERCGUY MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2007 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 138 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by zimbo (original) Hi folks just a quick question for you Copper D owners. I currently have an 06 mini one with a lot of extras on and am thinking about buying/getting a new 08 Cooper D, but am just worried about problems with the R56 models which seem to be quite common with loads of different faults through out the range. But seeing as you folks drive these cars daily your the best to ask, should I go for it or should i not? not had any major problems with my current car and If I go for the Diesel It will not have as high a spec as i have now. But my main requirment will be for it to have good fuel consumption, because current fuel prices are a joke and i am not getting that great a mileage with petrol these days. So any help and advice you guys can give me would be greatfully appreciated. Thank you all in advance Ali (zimbo) Would a high spec 2008 MINI One not be the ideal solution to your problem? That way you'll have low fuel consumption (admittedly not as low as that of the Cooper D) and a highly specced car. Don't mind all of the nonsense talk of R56 problems etc - sure a few owners have had a few problems, and it is only the problems we hear about on the forum, the other 99.8% of R56 owners are happy with their cars. I personally believe that R56 build quality and reliability is, at worst, equal to that of the first generation of MINIs.

Jan 4th, 2008, 09:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
devaisl MINI2 Regular Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The Mighty Midlands! Local Time: 05:02 AM Posts: 226 Offline	Dont know anything about the Dooper but can agree with MINI&MERCGUY about the R56 - you will always hear about the problems on the forum - I have an R56 S and its fine Also, if you go for the Dooper you can always add upgrades to your car after like alloy wheels, lights, decals, chrome, ICE, etc.etc. If buying the Dooper just spec the extras that are difficult to fit after...

Jan 4th, 2008, 12:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
Stiggy Automatic for the People Join Date: Aug 2007 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 373 Offline	I've got a Cooper D and have had no problems. You will take a long time to recover your costs of upgrading from a ONE to a Cooper D, but you'll have a lot of fun in the meantime! Have you got an insurance quote for a D, as that might be a factor. What options have you got on your ONE?

Jan 5th, 2008, 11:30 AM	#7 (permalink)
ASTON A mini is a way of life. My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: South Wales Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,747 Offline	cooper D every time Its the best car MINI have made to date I did 6500 miles in mine trouble free

Jan 5th, 2008, 11:41 AM	#8 (permalink)
Stiggy Automatic for the People Join Date: Aug 2007 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 373 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by appmacguy (original) I have an 02 Cooper and looking at the Cooper D. Is there much difference in insurance with the D having a turbo? I currently pay £262.50 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 33. As the Cooper D has slightly less power than the Cooper, the insurance might be cheaper! I pay £190 a year fully comp (protected) with 2 named drivers. I am 40.

Jan 6th, 2008, 09:24 AM	#11 (permalink)
Jon Robson Dooper Driver! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kent/Sussex border Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 102 Offline	Very pleased with my Cooper D, had it 4 months and done 7000 miles, go for it you won't look back.

Jan 6th, 2008, 11:12 AM	#12 (permalink)
W44NE G MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2007 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 146 Offline	I bought a MINI Cooper D last Friday and up to now have found 5 faults with it so it's going back to the dealer to be sorted on Tuesday... you know what though, I still love the car to bits and if you were unlucky enough to get a faulty car I'm sure the dealership would be more than helpful as they have been with myself. Get a Cooper D

Jan 6th, 2008, 12:14 PM	#13 (permalink)
zimbo MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Scotland... Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 101 Offline	Thanks for all the replies folks, well I went and had a look into buying a diesel and I just cant afford to get it just now, very dissapointed, but never mind I still have great trouble free ONE for now and once my house is sold which will be in the next six months (hopefully) i'll then be able to get one I'll report back on here when that day finally arrives... Thanks again for all the replies. zimbo

Jan 12th, 2008, 02:46 PM	#14 (permalink)
twentysecondstogo Dooper Man Join Date: May 2007 Location: Carlisle Local Time: 05:02 AM Posts: 61 Offline	cooper D Go for the Dooper! I have had no faults at all and its got 11000 on the clock!

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Jan 12th, 2008, 03:39 PM	#15 (permalink)
adam_Randell 07' Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Droitwich Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 948 Offline	Cooper D. Doubt you will get 40/50mpg and brilliant performance from a MINI ONE! ...::HBS::... Heard Before Seen adam_randell www.heardbeforeseen.com

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