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5 out of 5 stars

Mini Max

kennerly, 04/16/2005
2005 MINI Cooper S 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl S/C 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my second Mini S, my first I purchased as soon as they were available in 2002. I've never owned a better car, (since 1964 I've had everything from VW convertibles to a 280SL Mercedes), and I've never been happier with a vehicle. My '05 Mini S convertible is fast, corners well, and looks great. If you want to meet people, this car is a real conversation starter, because a day doesn't go by without someone asking, "How do you like your Mini?" The bottom line? I love it!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

05 Red Mini in Dayton

Quepr, 04/16/2005
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have now had my Mini for 6 months. I live in Ohio and was impressed with how well it handled in snow and ice. I also like that everything I need is at my fingertips ie heat, air, audio, mirrors,convertible,etc. The shifting is as smooth as butter. I had not driven a shift in nearly 15 years, it came right back and was soooooo easy. As far as fun, I can't think of a word that can describe fully how much fun it is to drive. The top goes up and down w/in 10 second with the touch of one button. When you roll all the windows up and the top is down you d on't get too much wind. If you have a long commute, it is not very comfortable, other than that I think it is one great little car!!

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5 out of 5 stars

I will hate to ever sell this car

Sheila, 03/29/2005
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the most fun I have ever had driving. Motoring in my MINI is a blast and everyone that sees the car and I am in earshot has something to say about it. "How cute is that" is one I hear often. I have upgraded a lot of features in the car but only because I intend to keep it until it dies. It is very small car but that is not a factor for me. Love it. SMC

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Fun Car to Drive When You Can

tbong, 08/29/2005
2005 MINI Cooper S 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl S/C 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Owned for three months and it has been in the shop three times. With problems ranging from the car not starting to the GPS not working. Customer service is the worst I have ever experienced.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

EURO SUV

Bob Carico, 05/31/2005
2005 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl S/C 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Just finished 860 mile trip, averaged 32 mpg, great fun driving in the Virginia mountains. Very comfortable given we were driving a very fast go kart. We have enjoyed everything about the car. So far (12,100 miles) the car has been problem free. We have had car since Aug 04 and I still smile each morning when I get in to drive to work!

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