Used 2002 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl S/C 6M) Consumer Reviews
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2002 Mini Cooper S
This car has been a real joy to drive. Not only does it handle exceptionally well in all weather conditions, it gets great mileage and has been very reliable. I replaced the run-flat tires with some wider softer tread tires, and that really made the car ride much more smoothly. I just carry a can of flat fixer in case I ever get a flat, which I have not in all the years I've owned it. I always tell people that the mini is not a luxury car, it drives like a sports car. The design is extremely utilitarian, which I like! I think everyone should own a Mini!
Best Car. . .Ever
The MINI Cooper S is, without a doubt, one of the greatest autos ever delivered to the masses. It combines just about every ideal for a car, from safety to sporty, economy to performance, capacity to compactness (read "park it anywhere"). I've had mine for a year and have literally nothing but praise for it, and can't wait to drive it every time I've got to go somewhere. Now I'm just wondering when the honeymoon will end.
Perfection?
When I first sat in the Mini Cooper, in the mid 70's, I was blown away at the abundance of space! When I first heard it was being re-designed, and introduced into the U.S., I had to order it! After waiting 3 months, to that final test drive, I nearly had a heart attack. The low end power was incredible! Then, when I got behind the wheel of the "Big Dog" the Mini Cooper S, I knew it was for me. Everything fromt he ample space to the incledible German Engineering made me fall in love all over again, and all for a moderate price! It truly is an amazing car! I wish the "Fun to drive" column didn't end at 10!
Mighty
My Mini S, makes me smile. It's everything I ever wanted in a small car. Lots of fun to drive. The 6 speed is awesome. The engine is very reponsive. I've taken many long trips. The hum of the engine & exhaust at 60- 80 MPH, is music. Never had so much fun. I'm a backpacker. The room in the back is perfect for wine, hiking poles, cooler, 1 large suitcase and 2 back packs. My only dislike; the run flat tires. Expensive to replace and are good for about 25-27 G's. But I can live with that! I believe, its the best reproduction ever. My Mini & Me. My license plate is MIGHTY. Its that and then some. Wow!
Fun Ride
Great little car