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  • Mini of Tempe- Cooper Hardtop

    Written by: theredrover on Apr 23, 2013 2:35:15 AM

    I bought a brand new, base model 2013 Mini Cooper Hardtop in early summer of 2012 at Mini of Tempe in Arizona. -Chili Red -White Roof and Mirrors -White Bonnet Stripes -Auto Climate Control -Auto Headlights -Sirius Satellite Radio -Panoramic Sunroof -Automatic Transmission -Bluetooth Connectivity -Window Tint I used the College graduate discount for $500 off. I paid a total of 22650.00 with all taxes and fees included (253.32 Licensing Fee, ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop

    Written by: dk512 on Apr 16, 2013 10:30:26 PM

    Hello Car_man. I hope this message finds you well and I want to thank you in advance for your advice. I would like to know the residual value and money factor, top tier credit, for a 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop please. Also, are there any incentives for a current BMW(2012 model) owner when leasing a Mini? Thank you again.

MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions

  • My Mini Cooper S Clutch Story in full

    Written by: ctartsmorley on Dec 26, 2012 11:03:08 AM

    A cautionary tale about making a Mini purchase from Stevens Creek Mini: SUMMARY: For those who don’t want to read a book, here is a summary with the full account of my dealings with Stevens Creek Mini following. I am the currently embittered, disaffected, cynical second owner of a 2008 Mini Cooper S purchased from Stevens Creek Mini in San Jose, California. I wanted to love this car for years to ... Read More

  • 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman

    Written by: renotrish on Dec 23, 2012 7:35:51 PM

    I own a 2012 Countryman that is less than TWO MONTHS old with 4000 miles on it. yes, you read right, 4000 miles on it. I have been driving manual transmissions for 40 years and this is not my first rodeo driving a stick. I recently was in very heavy stop and go, mostly stopped traffic when I noticed a burning smell coming from the car and my mini was seriously ... Read More

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • Re: MINI Cooper Owners: Care & Maintenance [lauramki]

    Written by: ljmattox1 on Dec 18, 2012 6:04:12 AM

    Hi, just some opinions after being in the MINI world for the past coupla years that started with my research to purchase my 2012 MINI Cooper S. 1) MINI changed to the new model (R56) in 2007. Many of those 2007-2008 cars had issues with the timing chain tensioner that was ultimately remedied. Of things you'll read about, that's likely the most common you'll find, along with the early design high-pressure ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • 2012 MINI Cooper Convertible

    Written by: vac323 on Dec 15, 2012 3:21:46 PM

    Just got a quote from dealer: the list price is $27,900 and they offer me an $2,900 discount for a 2012 MINI Cooper Convertible. Is this a good deal? What's the best lease deal i can get for this case recently, 36 months/ 10000 miles? Thanks a lot.

  • Re: October lease rate [llbean2009]

    Written by: Car_man on Oct 24, 2012 3:20:12 PM

    Hi llbean2009. Mini's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper S with 15,000 miles per year are .00130 and 60% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for the other models are as follows: 2012 Clubman S - .00130 / 60% 2013 Cooper S - .00130 / 58% 2013 Clubman S - .00130 / 55% Interesting that ... Read More

  • October lease rate

    Written by: llbean2009 on Oct 12, 2012 3:35:08 PM

    Hi Car Man - Could you please post the money factor, residuals for a 2012 or 2013 Mini Cooper S and Mini Clubman S with 15K miles/3 years? Many thanks!

  • September Lease Money Factor and Residuals

    Written by: mrfoley on Sep 26, 2012 9:39:17 AM

    Could someone please post the lease money factor and residual for September on the following: 2012 Mini Cooper S hatch 2013 Mini Cooper S hatch 2012 Mini Cooper S Convertible 2013 Mini Cooper S Convertible Thank you very much.

  • Re: 2012 and 2013 Mini Cooper HT Residuals and MF [Car_man]

    Written by: mrfoley on Sep 24, 2012 12:39:31 AM

    Hi Car Man, Quick question for you, I am looking at a 2013 Mini Cooper HT with Premium Package lease and 12,000 Miles a year. I am trying to find out the Money Factor and Residual percentage offered to someone with 850+ credit rating. (I could also use the Money Factor and Residual for the "S" 2013 version as well) Additionally, can you advise on what the real cost of the ... Read More

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • Re: can anyone tell me if it a good idea to buy a mini cooper countryman [hwrightt]

    Written by: kandrive on Sep 21, 2012 7:43:10 AM

    I agree with what others posted but wanted to add that, for 2012, the "S" models have had some issues with recalls but not the "Base" models (like I have). But, because of the warranties, people are having a great experience with MINI/BMW service and it hasn't been a huge deal. When we decided on the Base Countryman, we knew that the "S" models had more problems (plus they were a ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: residual and MF for 2012 cooper convertible [lala711]

    Written by: Car_man on Sep 20, 2012 3:22:27 PM

    Hi lala711. Mini's September buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Convertible Base with 10,000 miles per year are .00140 and 57%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 and 2013 Mini Cooper HT Residuals and MF [jjspamcan]

    Written by: Car_man on Sep 16, 2012 8:02:20 AM

    Absolutely jjspamcan. Mini's September buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop with 10,000 miles per year are .00140 and 67%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop S are .00140 and 63%. I haven't seen any info on the 2013 models yet. Car_man Host ... Read More

  • 2012 and 2013 Mini Cooper HT Residuals and MF

    Written by: jjspamcan on Sep 8, 2012 9:00:29 PM

    Hi car_man, Can you please tell me the Sept money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of the 2012 and 2013 Cooper HT with 10,000 miles per year? I assume its the same for the S model? Thank you~

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper S Residuals and Money Factor? [swerv23]

    Written by: lime679 on Sep 7, 2012 11:12:34 AM

    Hi Swerv, While I can't comment on the residual, I can say that the deal they are offering you is a bit off. My S crested the $30K mark and I got out of there with only first payment down, $435 a month for 36 months at 15K miles a year. I did heavy negotiation on the cost though.

  • 2012 Mini Cooper S Residuals and Money Factor?

    Written by: swerv23 on Aug 22, 2012 8:42:46 PM

    I am in the market to buy a 2012 Mini Cooper S that has a lot of bells and whistles. MSRP: $31,000.00 SP: $30,000.00 Asking for $4,500.00 down and $400.00/month payment. I think this is ridiculous and way too high. Not sure of the money factor they are using and residual. What is the current money factor and residual for 2012 Mini Cooper S? I have a credit score of 740, ... Read More

  • Mini Cooper Hardtop

    Written by: balthazar9 on Aug 21, 2012 8:38:58 PM

    Just got some residuals from a Philadelphia area Mini dealership for a Cooper Hardtop Auto with 15k miles. They quoted me 64%, 56%, and 41% for 36, 39, and 42 months for the 2012s. The 2013s were 58%, 50%, and 44% for 36, 39, and 42 months. Seems odd that the residuals for the 12s are generally higher. Maybe Mini has opted to inflate them instead of providing lease cash.

MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions

  • Clutch eating Mini

    Written by: minicarbigprob on Aug 21, 2012 4:37:27 PM

    My experiance with Mini El Paso on my 2011 Mini Cooper S convertible is as follows in my letter to the General Sales Manager Victor , Very Disappointed is actually an understatement. I have a 2011 Mini Cooper S that I paid a pretty penny for thinking I was paying for a quality vehicle with a company that stands behind their product & warranty however, I am beginning to wonder. Your ... Read More

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • Re: Bluetooth [lodolsen]

    Written by: kandrive on Aug 20, 2012 12:01:10 PM

    I have a 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman and don't know much about the earlier models but on the radio controls, there's a "mode" button. I selected this choice (out of a few others, like "Aux", "Satellite", "Radio", etc.) which shows up on the radio readout screen - "Phone" being one of them. That's how I paired my android phone to my Mini. Mini Connected is a different set up and I ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: mini cooper hard top [propkapt]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 19, 2012 7:30:53 AM

    Certainly propkapt. Mini's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hard Top with 12,000 miles per year are .00145 and 66%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. I haven't seen any information about the 2013 model, so I doubt that it's available yet. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • mini cooper hard top

    Written by: propkapt on Aug 18, 2012 2:50:23 PM

    Hi car man can you please post residual and money factor for a 2012 and 2013 cooper hard top with 12k annual miles. I don't know if the 2013's are at dealerships at this point. Thanks

  • Re: mini cooper convertible august 2012 numbers [einbayer]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2012 6:14:47 PM

    You're welcome einbayer. Mini Financial's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Convertible with 12,000 miles per year are .00145 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for the '12 Convertible S are .00145 and 57%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 cooper convertible. [mandakism]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2012 6:10:25 PM

    Hi mandakism. I don't really have a problem with the $1,900 discount. Just make sure that the dealer uses Mini's buy rate lease money factor of .00145 to calculate your payment. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper w/ Auto [prabsri]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2012 5:59:45 PM

    Hi prabsri. The money factor that you were quoted is too high. Mini's current buy rate lease money factor for this model is only .00145. Try not to let the dealer mark your car's factor up if possible. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • $0 to Motor Lease

    Written by: czar4 on Aug 14, 2012 1:33:48 PM

    Car_Man, Looking for some help on the August $0 to motor lease deal on the Countryman All4. Here's fine print in case you are unfamiliar: *** $0 TO MOTOR $379 Per Month for 38-month lease on a 2012 MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 38-month closed-end Lease Contract offered to qualified customers by MINI Financial Services through participating dealers. $0 cash due at signing (based on $0 first month payment, $0 down ... Read More

  • Re: mini cooper convertible august 2012 numbers [einbayer]

    Written by: einbayer on Aug 12, 2012 10:42:23 AM

    hi car_man any rates available for S and non S convertible cooper 2012/2013 with 12k 36 mnths in California? thank you.... thanks for your on-going help! do you have August 2012 rates for current mini cooper convertible (S - and not S) lease? 12k/yr... LA, California dealers... thank you. i have leased my last 3 cars armed with info from you and i think i did pretty well... einbayer

  • MINI lease REFUND excessive wear and tear

    Written by: dammitjerry on Aug 3, 2012 11:44:15 AM

    Hello I leased a 2012 mini cooper a couple weeks ago. Without thinking, I took the excessive wear and tear policy for an extra 30 bucks a month. Since then I have regretted getting this an have been making requests to have this canceled (i have 60 days) Since this was financed as part of the lease, they are saying my payment will stay the same but in the end I ... Read More

  • mini cooper convertible august 2012 numbers

    Written by: einbayer on Aug 1, 2012 12:01:41 PM

    hi car_man thanks for your on-going help! do you have August 2012 rates for current mini cooper convertible (S - and not S) lease? 12k/yr... LA, California dealers... thank you. i have leased my last 3 cars armed with info from you and i think i did pretty well... einbayer

  • 2012 Mini Cooper w/ Auto

    Written by: prabsri on Jul 23, 2012 5:09:19 PM

    Car Man, MSRP is $23,700 , Saleprice is $23,300, 0 acquisition fee, 0 security deposit, license fees $287, residual is 66% 12,000 miles a year , $500 total drive off , money factor 0.00180, monthly payment is $307.28 Is this a good deal for a Base Mini Hardtop? Thanks in advance.

  • Re: July MF and Residuals [sleepyspeed]

    Written by: Car_man on Jul 19, 2012 3:28:51 PM

    Hi Steve. Mini's July buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop with 10,000 miles per year are .00145 and 67%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 Cooper Coupe are .00145 and 57%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Country [greatspace]

    Written by: minibuyer182 on Jul 13, 2012 1:17:21 AM

    Thanks for the reply. I eventually got it down to 1,300 below MSRP.

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: May lease #'s on MINI Hardtop [malambing]

    Written by: Car_man on May 9, 2012 3:41:36 PM

    Hello malambing. Mini's May buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop with 10,000 miles per year are .00150 and 68%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: Cooper S Countryman April lease [sandiegogogo]

    Written by: Car_man on May 9, 2012 3:38:01 PM

    Hi sandiegogogo. Mini's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Countryman S with 10,000 miles per year are .00185 and 59%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. I'm really not all that familiar with what the market is like for the Countryman right now, price-wise. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Country

    Written by: greatspace on Jul 2, 2012 4:45:05 PM

    Mini Cooper Countryman $1,400 below MSRP in San Diego

  • 2012 MINI Cooper HT

    Written by: minibuyer182 on Jul 2, 2012 12:18:36 PM

    Got a quote for about $770 below MSRP. I've read other posts with better deals ($1000+ below)... so I'll continue to search around.

Asking for guidance from Mini owners

  • Re: Asking for guidance from Mini owners [wendalinajolie]

    Written by: kandrive on Jun 29, 2012 9:28:57 AM

    I got my 2012 MINI Countryman (base) in late May and I haven't had one single problem with it, including oil refills. Your Cooper will come to you fully checked out and detailed and they'll let you test-drive it before you leave as well as answer any questions you'll have. I hope you enjoy your new ride as much as I do mine! They're great cars, really!

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: Lease on 2012 Mini Cooper S Coupe [jerseynole]

    Written by: martvw on Apr 30, 2012 10:07:34 PM

    Those numbers are crazy. Perhaps the coupe is so new the leasing program for them is poor.

  • Lease on 2012 Mini Cooper S Coupe

    Written by: jerseynole on Apr 29, 2012 1:47:50 PM

    I'm attempting to lease a 2012 Mini Cooper S Coupe. The sticker price is $28,400. I have excellent credit. BEFORE they ran my credit, they estimated both a 2 and 3 year lease with 10,000 miles with $2500 down. 2yr: $532 3 yr: $416 Both seem a bit high compared to other Make and Models, especially since I keep hearing about how well Minis hold their value. It's the end of ... Read More

  • Re: June deals [ihitcows]

    Written by: Car_man on Jun 24, 2012 2:51:49 PM

    Here's the information that you're looking for ihitcows. Mini's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper S Cabriolet with 12,000 miles per year are .00175 and 57%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop S Lease [deldotto]

    Written by: Car_man on Jun 24, 2012 2:49:45 PM

    That's a good question deldotto. I don't know a definite answer, but I suspect that these two offers can be combined. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • April's Lease

    Written by: buds4 on Apr 27, 2012 6:48:19 AM

    Thanks for the quick reply... offer is from Naperville, IL only good until April 30th... here it is, the 199.00 looks good. I called and asked about maintenance and they said 3yr -36 month bumper to bumper is included. What do you think? THE $0 TO MOTOR LEASE EVENT $199 Per month for a 36-month lease on a 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop, and $0 due at signing. * 1.9% APR financing ... Read More

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: 2012 mini cooper hardtop actual price etc [marymouse]

    Written by: busiris on Jun 18, 2012 10:37:51 AM

    Enjoy your new ride. My wife has an 07 convertible and still loves it. And, floor mats do probably have more utility that key chains and stuffed animals... Good move there. Btw, every Mini comes with 3/36 free maintenance...

  • 2012 mini cooper hardtop actual price etc

    Written by: marymouse on Jun 17, 2012 2:56:06 PM

    bought a 2012 mini cooper hardtop june 10th 2012 msrp 19,500 bayswater package 3,000 bluetooth 500 automatic 1250 destination 700 total 25,200 paid 24,700 got free armrest for middle 315.00 got free silver gas cap 62.00 got free mini duffle bag 58.00 also got a huge bag of goodies, stuffed dog, towel, keychain, pen, water bottle, hat, that I am returning for front rubber matts. bought car in sw florida mini ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop S Lease [janjan27]

    Written by: deldotto on Jun 14, 2012 6:06:55 PM

    Hi Car_man, I'm Interested in a 2012 Cooper S. Do you know if the $500 You-ification option credit can be combined with the $750 Test Drive Take-down credit (i got a voucher from a test drive event). Thanks in advance...=)

  • Re: April 2012 - MINI Cooper S Lease #s [k_e_n]

    Written by: Car_man on Apr 25, 2012 3:59:28 PM

    Hi k_e_n. I just posted it a couple of messages ago. Please check there for the information that you're looking for and let us know if you have any other questions. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: April 2012 money factor for Cooper hardtop [brerjeff]

    Written by: Car_man on Apr 25, 2012 3:58:37 PM

    Hi Jeff. If your credit is in good shape the money factor that you were quoted is too high. Mini's current 36-month buy rate for the 36-month base Cooper is only .00150. Make sure that the dealer uses this factor to calculate your payment. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Cooper S HT April Rates [jonathannyc]

    Written by: Car_man on Apr 25, 2012 3:57:09 PM

    Hey jonathannyc. Mini's April buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a base 2012 Cooper with 15,000 miles per year are .00150 and 65%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Please see my previous post for the S numbers. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: June Cooper lease rates [bronxcheer]

    Written by: Car_man on Jun 10, 2012 4:09:37 PM

    Hey bronxcheer. Yes, the $500 cash incentive is still available on both the S and Convertible model, but not the base hardtop. Mini's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a base 2012 Mini Cooper hardtop with 12,000 miles per year are .00150 and 67%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a Cooper S hardtop are .00180 and 62%. The numbers ... Read More

  • Re: 2012 Cooper S HT April Rates [maserati86]

    Written by: Car_man on Apr 25, 2012 3:55:28 PM

    Hi maserati86. Mini's April buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Hardtop Cooper S with 15,000 miles per year are .00180 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • April 2012 - MINI Cooper S Lease #s

    Written by: k_e_n on Apr 23, 2012 10:55:09 AM

    Hello all, Does anyone know the current money factor and residual for a MINI Cooper S? Thanks!

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Mini Cooper Convertible

    Written by: axc4466 on Jun 6, 2012 3:49:36 PM

    I ordered yesterday 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible in the San Diego area. Options: Manual transmission Satellite gray leather seats H/K sound system Bluetooth/iPod adapter Comfort access system Chrome interior Fog lights + maybe couple fo small items. MSRP: $31250 + TTL Purchase price: $29000 + TTL It will take 10-11 weeks to take the delivery.

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • 6yr/100k maintenance worth it???

    Written by: fxgmini on Dec 29, 2011 1:21:03 AM

    I'm purchasing a 2012 mini S cooper within the next few days, any recommendations on upgrading from the standard 3yr/36k maintenance to the 6yr/100k maintenance deal? most of my driving is to and from work which is about 36 freeway miles round trip and inner city driving......any suggestions........Also any advice on the Tire 'N Wheel protection program, sounds like a good deal but not sure how often I'll go through the ... Read More

Asking for guidance from Mini owners

  • Asking for guidance from Mini owners

    Written by: wendalinajolie on May 26, 2012 7:47:31 PM

    First time behind the wheel of a 2012 Mini Cooper hatchback today and was wonderfully surprised...until I came here (and other sites) and spent the better part of the day reading and researching. I thought I wanted one but I've got real safety, reliability, maintenance cost & longevity concerns. I'm also a first-timer in asking for help so please bear w/me. I've always had Hondas and Acuras and easily passed 100k ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop S Lease [janjan27]

    Written by: Car_man on May 21, 2012 4:06:02 PM

    Here you go janjan27. Mini Financial Services' May buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 10,000 miles per year are .00180 and 63%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Cooper S HT March Rates (HELP CAR_MAN) [kerb]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 27, 2012 4:38:11 PM

    Hey kerb. Mini Financial Services' March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 10,000 miles per year are .00170 and 63%, respectively. Mini is currently providing a $500 "You-ification" incentive on this model. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: Hardtop S [rydog79]

    Written by: Car_man on May 21, 2012 4:03:12 PM

    Thanks Rydog . Mini Financial Services' May buy rate lease money factor ad residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 15,000 miles per year are .00180 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. Mini is providing a $500 cash incentive on this car right now. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop S Lease

    Written by: janjan27 on May 18, 2012 11:34:31 AM

    Can anyone tell me what is the mf and residual (May) on a 2012 cooper hardtop S 36 month lease 10,000 miles a year Westchester County NY I am also interested in knowing what anyone paid on a lease for the Roadster S 36 months/10000 miles. I love the car but I don't think it will lease out well.

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: Just ordered my new 2012 Mini Countryman! [kandrive]

    Written by: dad2be on May 12, 2012 7:19:37 PM

    Congrats! I'm looking at the Countryman as well (upgrading in size from my Cooper Hardtop.) What type of price did you pay?

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • Thinking about buying a Countryman

    Written by: kandrive on Apr 20, 2012 12:04:52 PM

    I recently test drove a 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman, automatic FWD basic model and immediately fell in love. My husband has some concerns tho, so I thought I'd post some questions. Some background is that this car is for me (wife/mom) with last kid going away to college soon and taking my car. I've had that car for over 13 yrs. and have only put 74K miles on it, so I'm ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: residual & MF for cooper [nyc_eng]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 27, 2012 4:35:58 PM

    Hey nyc_eng. Mini Financial Services' March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop with 10,000 miles per year are .00150 and 68%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: Cooper Base SoCal [ramblr]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 27, 2012 4:34:53 PM

    Hi ramblr. According to the latest information that I have seen, Mini Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop with 15,000 miles per year are .00150 and 65%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Cooper S HT March Rates [kerb]

    Written by: Car_man on Mar 26, 2012 4:31:58 PM

    Hey kerb. Mini's March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 10,000 miles per year are .00170 and 63%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

MINI Cooper Care & Maintenance

  • Re: Mini Cooper Impact Studies- There are None!!! [randybey]

    Written by: ljmattox1 on Mar 16, 2012 9:25:14 AM

    Glad that your daughter survived, and without injury, sounds as if the impact engineering on the MINI (where components are designed to bend / deform to absorb impact forces) worked as designed. Occasionally, posts will appear that say similar things ("crashed into X, I couldn't believe how much the hood / bumper / fenders were bent, what's up with that") and make it sound as if this designed-crumpling is a safety ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • Re: February Base Hard Top Numbers? [joof007]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 23, 2012 4:22:48 PM

    Hi joof007. Mini's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a lease of a 2012 base Cooper Hardtop with 10,000 miles per year are .00150 and an amazing 69%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop Base [bajafresh]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 23, 2012 4:19:47 PM

    You're very welcome bajafresh. Good job at negotiating. You are correct, MB Finance's 12,000 mile per year residual values are 2% higher than its 15,000 mile per year residuals. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop Base

    Written by: bajafresh on Feb 14, 2012 7:48:35 AM

    Thanks Car_man! I've been able to get the discount to $1450 ($500 option credit, $1050 from the dealer), and they agreed to the normal money factor and acq. fee. Would you mind reviewing their proposed 'final' deal please? Also, could you confirm a 66% residual on this car if we go to 15,000 miles/year? Thanks! 268.61 per month 12k miles per year 36 month term 68% residual 0.00150 money factor 725 ... Read More

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop Base [bajafresh]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 9, 2012 4:12:38 PM

    Hi bajafresh. A $750 dealer discount is so-so, not bad but not great either. The money factor that you were quoted is way too high. You should be getting the .00150 that you've seen mentioned here, assuming that your credit is in good shape. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: MINI 2012 Hardtop Base Leasing [dwynne]

    Written by: amir on Feb 9, 2012 4:09:25 PM

    I agree with you on Cooper S being a better car but it's not for leasing . It's payment exceeds $400 with some nice options and that puts the car into the ultimate driving machine territory (BMW). currently I have a 128i convertable with all options and its 439 including tax for a 12k/36m min drive off lease .

  • Re: MINI 2012 Hardtop Base Leasing [ldodb]

    Written by: amir on Feb 8, 2012 5:15:27 PM

    the S is better for just purchase at the moment. even if the residual gets better by 2% next month still the base hardtop is the way to go. you can put optional sport suspension, john cooper works pkg which has sexy challenge spoke rims and the body kit which makes it look a step above the S since it gives the car the john cooper works look. and i believe ... Read More

  • Re: MINI 2012 Hardtop Base Leasing [ldodb]

    Written by: amir on Feb 8, 2012 4:11:59 PM

    no its a Base model. the residual value for S is 7% less and Mf is 30 base points higher so i decided to get the cooper base instead and i got every option there is on it lol. including JCW package ,and leather. cooper S is not a good lease at the moment. even with basic options at $28500 the cooper S can exceed $400 a month.

  • 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop Base

    Written by: bajafresh on Feb 8, 2012 9:34:46 AM

    Hi Car_man, I'd love it if you could take a look at this deal for me. I am looking at a 2012 base Mini Cooper hardtop manual, MSRP 25,000 + 700 destination. The dealer has so far agreed to a $500 option credit and a $750 dealer credit. 1st payment, security deposit and aquisition fee are waived per the "$0 to Motor" lease special. Selling price is currently 24,550, but we ... Read More

  • Re: 2012 Cooper S Automatic Hardtop February Lease Rates [kerb]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 4, 2012 1:24:19 PM

    I'd be happy to help you out Steve. I believe that Mini is only supporting 36-month leases right now. While it would technically be possible to do a 24-month lease, the 36-month term would probably provide the much better deal. Mini Financial Services' February buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 12,000 miles per year are .00180 and 61%, ... Read More

  • Re: 2012 MINI Countryman Cooper S All 4 [adc2]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 4, 2012 1:20:12 PM

    Hello adc2. Mini Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S All4 with 10,000 miles per year are .00190 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: Lease [hd8]

    Written by: Car_man on Feb 4, 2012 1:16:10 PM

    Hd8, according to the latest information that I have seen Mini Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S with 10,000 miles per year are .00180 and 62%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • 2012 MINI Countryman Cooper S All 4

    Written by: adc2 on Feb 2, 2012 10:50:52 AM

    Hello Car_Man, We are currently deciding on options and packages and need a helping hand... Would you be able to let me know the MINI Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S All4 with 10,000 miles per year for the month of February? Assuming top credit rating in the Mid-Atlantic (Washington DC) area... I would greatly ... Read More

  • Re: Lease [Car_man]

    Written by: hd8 on Jan 26, 2012 1:44:13 PM

    car_man: can you tell me if Mini's January terms for a 2012 Cooper Hardtop S are the same as a 2012 Cooper Hardtop?

  • Re: Lease [fianllyready]

    Written by: Car_man on Jan 17, 2012 4:33:30 PM

    No problem fianllyready. Mini's January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper Hardtop Base with 10,000 miles per year are .00150 and 69%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Man that's one heck of a residual value. No wonder this makes such a good car to lease. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Lease

    Written by: fianllyready on Jan 16, 2012 11:04:16 AM

    Dear Car_Man, Would you be able to let me know the MINI Financial Services' money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease for the 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop Base with 10,000 miles per year for January? Thanks for your help! I really appreciate it!

  • Re: 2012 Mini Cooper S Hardtop [bimmerfan11]

    Written by: Car_man on Dec 8, 2011 4:33:43 PM

    I'd be happy to help you out bimmerfan11. MINI Financial Services' December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Cooper S Hardtop with 15,000 miles per year are .00180 and 53%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • 2012 Mini Cooper S Hardtop

    Written by: bimmerfan11 on Dec 4, 2011 5:14:28 PM

    Hi Car_Man, Would you be able to let me know the MINI Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mini Cooper S Hardtop with 15,000 miles per year for the month of December? I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you again!

  • 2012 MINI Cooper S Convertible Lease

    Written by: ihitcows on Nov 6, 2011 12:53:03 PM

    Hiya, Car_man! Could you please supply me with BMW Financial's November buy rate lease money factor and residual percentage for a 36-month lease of a 2012 MINI Cooper S Convertible with 12,000 miles per year? ... Cuz that'd be super.

  • Re: October Lease Residuals & Money Factors (2012 Cooper Hardtop) [mini2012]

    Written by: msingleton on Oct 19, 2011 8:50:29 PM

    Thanks mini2012! I went to several dealerships and, I am used to getting within 1% of invoice on other makes (Nissan, Infiniti, Lexus, etc.), but with a custom mini, the lowest I could get was 7% over invoice. My Car was $27500 MSRP and I had about a $26500 purchase price. Also, if you're using the online calculator it's not accurate. I had to build my own spreadsheet model. It was ... Read More

  • Hi Guys

    Written by: mini2012 on Oct 19, 2011 6:28:18 PM

    I was wondering if someone could let me know if this is a good deal. 2012 mini cooper hardtop msrp at 27050. dealer quoted a MF of .0025 and residual at 68%. monthly payment of 322 including taxes with 2800 as down payment for 10,000 miles. any suggestions ?

  • Re: October Lease Residuals & Money Factors (2012 Cooper Hardtop) [msingleton]

    Written by: mini2012 on Oct 16, 2011 1:27:22 PM

    Congratulations on the new car and thank you for posting the info. I tried putting the numbers that you gave me for a 2012 hardtop for 36 month lease but it showed me a monthly payment of 331$ (unless i am doing something wrong) . Also when I went to the dealer ship the guy there told me that " since mini is custom ordered there is no room for negotiation"...is ... Read More

  • Re: October Lease Residuals & Money Factors (2012 Cooper Hardtop) [mini2012]

    Written by: msingleton on Oct 16, 2011 5:46:26 AM

    Yes - I picked up my Mini yesterday. The rates are VERY favorable right now for the base hardtop. For a 10K mile lease, the residual is .68 and the money factor is .00170. In addition, Mini is giving $500 cash back right now. My car was fully loaded (MSRP $27,500), and I was able to negotiate the price down to $26,350 not including the cash back (which is still about ... Read More

  • Re: October Lease Residuals & Money Factors (2012 Cooper Hardtop) [msingleton]

    Written by: mini2012 on Oct 15, 2011 11:35:13 PM

    Hi Matt Did you pick up your Mini already ? Any info on the residual/money factor for a 2012 mini hardtop. thnx

  • Hi All

    Written by: mini2012 on Oct 14, 2011 8:45:30 PM

    Hi everyone I was wondering if anyone had any information on the 2012 Mini coupe. I am planning to go to the dealership tomorrow and would appreciate if anyone could tell me the current residual/money factor for it. Also should I be expecting to get anything off the MSRP since it is a new model. Also what is the current residual/money factor for a mini cooper hardtop and are there any ... Read More

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • 2012 Mini Hardtop Lease Residuals/Money Factors

    Written by: msingleton on Oct 12, 2011 7:21:56 AM

    Hi all, I was hoping someone might be able to share the current residuals and money factors for 2012 Cooper Hardtop Base for 10/12/15K mile 36-month leases (assuming top tier credit). My Cooper is being picked up this Saturday, and I have a feeling the dealer is marking up the money factor (was quoted at .00170 last month, but now they say it has gone higher and I don't believe them). ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • September 2011

    Written by: spudmobile on Sep 2, 2011 12:41:21 PM

    Any word yet on the residual and money factor are from the factory for the 2012 Mini Cooper? Thanks in advance!

  • Car Man,

    Written by: clubman2 on Aug 24, 2011 9:07:47 PM

    I'm meeting with the dealership on Friday to order a 2012 mini cooper clubman. This will be my second clubman with this dealership. They have done an extensive amount of warranty work on my first clubman. I'm way under mileage by approximately11,000 miles (lease up in January). The quote they gave me was $316 with tax for a car costing $26750. 36 months and 10,000 miles a year. I'm willing to ... Read More

  • Re: 2012 MC-S and JCW [otto_man]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 16, 2011 5:03:59 PM

    Hello otto_man. Mini's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2012 Cooper S Hardtop with 15,000 miles per year are .00170 and 58%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 John Cooper Works Hardtop are .00175 and 50%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

  • Re: MINI 2012 lease terms [vc_bklyn]

    Written by: Car_man on Aug 15, 2011 5:01:57 PM

    I have seen the info for 2012 models, vc_bklyn. Mini's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 2012 Cooper Clubman with 12,000 miles per year are .00170 and 61%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Ordering a 2012

    Written by: csstone495 on Aug 15, 2011 9:48:09 AM

    Hey guys, buying my first mini in the next couple weeks and need some advice. I plan on ordering a 2012 bc i cant find what i want in a 2011 anywhere, im wanting a cooper S silver with black stripes and black wheels, im considering a package prob convineance but only if i can get it trown in for free bc i dont really want it that bad. without the ... Read More

MINI Cooper Lease Questions

  • 2012 MC-S and JCW

    Written by: otto_man on Aug 14, 2011 7:51:18 AM

    Hi Car_man, Do you have the residual and money factor numbers for the following two vehicles? 2012 Mini Cooper-S hardtop with 15,000/yr 2012 John Cooper Works hardtop with 15,000/yr

  • 2012 money factor for Mini Cooper

    Written by: marisaqactress on Jul 14, 2011 4:57:57 PM

    hey car man! HELP!!!! i've been told i cannot order a 2011 convertible mini with auto tran - and that i HAVE to order a 2012. i want to put in a lease order, but nobody has Money Factor numbers they can offer me officially - can you post here if you find out the MFS base rate money factor for the new 2012 convertible S cooper? thanks so much!!!

MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Re: May 2011 - looking for new Mini

    Written by: hachica on May 25, 2011 1:54:17 PM

    Hello Elizabeth -- I don't know if you have had much luck in CT, but here in Southern California it is a really crazy time for Mini shopping. I don't know if it is gas prices, the impending summer buying season, or the current Mini promotion, but they are flying off the lots here. If you see a car one day, it will likely be gone within a few days. This ... Read More

What is "wrong" with these new subcompacts?

  • Re: Alfa dodge [ateixeira]

    Written by: michaell on Nov 1, 2010 8:31:42 AM

    They may pitch it against the Mini Cooper. It will be interesting to see how Chrysler / Fiat will market this ... they may try to compete with the new 2012 Focus, or, as noted above, they may look to position it as a 'premium' car and price to compete with MINI. The second scenario may work better with the Fiat badge .. I don't see folks cross shopping a $23K ... Read More

  • Re: read today [thegraduate]

    Written by: steve_ on Nov 24, 2009 11:40:09 AM

    I'm storing the hemi in the garage out of the weather. :) Here comes Mercedes: "Under its tentative plan, Mercedes would import by 2012 at least one of four next-generation compact models it will start selling in Europe in late 2011, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche said in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. These diminutive Mercedes would go head to head with an expanding field of premium small cars in ... Read More

  • according to Ford

    Written by: nippononly on May 22, 2008 1:15:59 PM

    as quoted here: http://www.autoobserver.com/2008/05/ford_cagey_about_whether_buyers_will_pay_big- _to_go_small.html#more the market for subs and smaller has doubled in a few short years to 400K or so in 2007, and they expect it to be 700K annually and growing by 2012. They do ask a very pertinent question: will people pay premiums for small cars that are superlative in some way, be it features, handling, whatever? They cite the example of VW failing to succeed in ... Read More

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The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2012 MINI Cooper in WA is:

$116 per month*
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