2007 MINI Cooper Consumer Discussions

Article Comments - 2007 Mini Cooper S vs. 2008 Volvo C30

Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mini Cooper S vs. 2008 Volvo C30 [actualsize]

Written by: g0thamite on Aug 25, 2009 07:27 AM

I agree. I have just recently purchased a 2009 MINI Cooper Hardtop and when I invoke the "Sport" button the car becomes another animal instantaneously. I used it when I'm merging onto the highway. It's like a Jekyl and Hyde button. Read More...

Cooper Quality?

Cooper Quality?

Written by: klezmer41 on Jul 12, 2009 03:49 PM

This JDP report shows that MINI isn't great in initial quality. So I'm wondering if there has been a decrease in quality. Does the 2007 or 2008 have higher quality than the 2009? Motoringfile post Read More...

MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions

The saga of my 2007 mini cooper s

Written by: vetventure on Jun 14, 2009 07:11 AM

In the continuing saga of my mini cooper experience, new clutch at 2200 miles,new oil pump 6000 miles, 4th set of tires at 13000 miles. Failed ball joint and knuckle joint on passenger side 14000 miles. Complained of excessive oil use 3 quarts in 1000 miles no smoke or oil on the driveway. Dealer discovered oil leaking from rear engine oil seal removed seal to find ... Read More...

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

2007 with low mileage or new?

Written by: mymini on Jun 09, 2009 07:45 AM

Love the MINI - but agonizing over which to buy: 2007 mini cooper s convertible with auto, heated seats, CHILI RED, but cloth seats with just 3k miles (checked carfax no problems) for $24.9 OR 2009 mini cooper s convertible with auto, heated seats, PEPPER WHITE which looks a little blah, though adding stripes... and a few other options I don't really want, leatherette ... Read More...

Good places to sell used Mini

Written by: blueguydotcom on Feb 01, 2009 09:43 PM

Any suggestions for good places to sell a used 2007 Mini Cooper S? Auto Trader Craigs List And...? Read More...

Anyone have experience buying a Mini from Global Imports here in Atlanta?

Written by: mtmikey on Sep 28, 2008 09:31 AM

Hi! I may be crazy, but I am thinking about trading my 2007 G35S Infiniti for a Mini Cooper S. I LOVE the look of the car and I am in the process of selling my house in Kirkwood and want to take a condo in Midtown. This would be a great car to run errands and for my infrequent trips out of town. Let me know if you have any "real world" experience with Global Imports Mini or any ... Read More...

MINI Cooper Steering and Suspension Questions

Re: MINI Cooper Steering issue - popping [acadimini]

Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Aug 28, 2008 06:14 PM

They had both shock mount and motor mount issues as I recall. Here are TWO TEchnical Service Bulletins that might be of help to you> SI M 31 01 05 Front Axle June 2005 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes Service Measure M31 200 05 dated April 2005. SUBJECT Front End Clicking or Creaking Noise MODEL R50 (Cooper) R52 (Convertible) R53 ... Read More...

MINI Cooper

Re: MPG 2006 v 2007 [Mr_Shiftright]

Written by: rtboon on Aug 17, 2008 07:17 AM

I currently own a 2008 Clubman S and was looking at a used 2006 Mini Cooper S with auto transmission. Love the car, color and price but what does anyone know about issues with 2006 models and the auto transmission? My research indicates most of the problems were pre 2004 and also the CVT autos. Thanks Read More...

Article Comments - 2007 Mini Cooper S vs. 2008 Volvo C30

4 car shoot-out

Written by: gkelm on Aug 13, 2008 08:02 AM

Just FYI guys...I'm looking hard at tha A3 & C30...still have the TL, TSX, G35, Accord Coupe in the back of my mind! http://car-reviews.automobile.com/Audi/review/2007-audi-a3-2-0t-sportback-s-line- -vs-2007-mini-cooper-s-vs-2007-volkswagen-gti-fahrenheit-vs-2007-volvo-c30-t5-ve- rsion-2-0-comparison-test/5374/ Greg Read More...

What is "wrong" with these new subcompacts?

so did I post numbers recently? :-)

Written by: nippononly on Aug 12, 2008 00:52 PM

'Cause they are pretty DARN good! From Automotive News, for 2008 sales through June 30: Fit: up 67% from 2007 Accent: up 48.9% Rio: up 29.1% Yaris: up 39% Mini Cooper: up 33.6% And if you're counting Versa (debatable for inclusion in this category, IMO), it is up 20.7%. And for those of you tracking the ForTwo, they sold 11,399 of them by midyear, and that wasn't a ... Read More...