After 2015 they’ve improved reliability massively! I’ve owned 2016 Countryman for 4 years only had one small issue. No engine issues or transmission issues. Just make sure it is properly maintained if you can afford it! The benefit of Minis are having small tanks, so you never have to spend so much to fillup.
I'm a driving instructor, on my 2nd F56 Mini cooper, They are Bulletproof little cars but do have foibles, I have bimmer link and a Vgate for registering batteries and clearing codes ( rarely happens). My personal car is an Alfa Brera S and whilst it has more theatre and feel than the Mini , on B roads the Mini is an absolute hoot. I'll be buying another when the time comes. Pupils love driving the little thing as do I !
Love your channel mate and watch every one, i wonder if you can help with a problem I've got concerning a number plate transfer,dvl want a code,how do i find it? many thanks
Got a 2016 Cooper S, just love how it always puts a smile on my face, I’ve had days of feeling terrible, rough day at work, and having the dual centre exhaust tips making popcorn noises make me laugh, the pulling me to the back of my chair under acceleration, bearing in mind I’m 23 and before the mini, my most powerful car was a 1.6 tdi seat arona, I can forgive the spine bash going over speed bumps
That’s quite a nice and presentable Mini now, it should sell quickly. Seasons greetings and happy New Year to you and your family Matt, I’m looking forward to more great content next year❤.
@@zuowang5185 mini cooper? They have the Mini One and Mini First as well. Depends on the spec. £2000 if it's done less than 100k miles, has climate control. Otherwise no, less than that. Also a warning the BMW engines produced between 2007 and early 2010 had dodgy timing chains. They fixed it in late 2010 with the minis so if you're going to get one, get one with a 60 plate or newer and absolutely do not buy an old high milage cooper S under any circumstance. It's like loading a 6 shooter with 6 bullets and hoping for good news at the next MOT.
@@randomdaveUK looking at one at 95km mileage, replaced timing chain in 2018. Asking £2100. Claim to have full service history and driven by an old lady. Lots of scuff on wheels though
@@zuowang5185 is the spec alright? Climate, multifunction wheel? Heated seats and leather at that price range are bonuses not givens. Timing chain being done is a big plus. As you can check the MOT history online is there any incident of an oil leak as an advisory or ongoing? Other big one is advisory emissions failure as the exhaust would then need work soon. I think if you like the spec and can say no to both those MOT questions you've probably got a decent one and that's a good price
And lubricate the catches, as I found out, otherwise the plastic handle can break internally. Other than brakes needing replacing that's the only other issue I've had with mine in 2 years and about 15,000 miles.
My sister had an early cooper s i recall it was a 52 plate so a long time ago ! Anyway she let me take it out one day for a spin and bloody hell they move !! I think I drove about ten miles before I had to stop for a change of underwear! 😂….anyway I’m off for a beer or ten so I’ll wish Matt and all you other cool doods at High Peak Autos a very merry Christmas and obviously a prosperous new year and not to mention gallons more top notch videos 💪
My daughter is still driving a Mini All 4 One 2013 bought in Birmingham and it still goes great 10 years later. Needs servicing and the like as most ICE cars do, along with the usual tyres and wipers but there have been no tragic high cost items. You underspent? I am immediately heading to a darkened room to lie down and get over the shock!! All the best over the festive break and thanks again for all your content that has cheered me so often in 2023.
I just sold my 2012 Mini Cooper S for just less than $2000 CDN$ what i actually paid for it 4.5 years earlier. It Never let me down once mechanically. It sat outside in -40 weather in Canada and always started first time. I serviced it every 6000 km and replaced the tires and brakes and that was it. Only sold it because i need to tow a motorcycle and as i get older my knees would hurt getting in and out of it. Gas mileage was incredible though. Have a great Holiday Matt !! thanks for all the great videos, and hope the new year brings the dealership continued success for 2024!!!!
I have a 2012 mini Cooper S convertible. This is the N18 engine which was brought out to fix the rather large number of faults of the N14 (2006-2011). I made sure I got an N18. I quickly found a mini specialist to get the car back into good shape. Still rather complex with lots to fail but most of it is quite affordable. The major service was my biggest bill due to some long life spark plugs . Coil packs and vanos solenoids are regarded as service items in the same way the oil and spark plugs are! Needed 2 coil packs and a new thermostat. The intake vanos solenoid still needs doing as it throws a reduced power engine light every 2 weeks or so which goes out if you switch off an on again and won't come back on for a while. A much better timing chain tensioner should be installed but they've suggested that's changed anyway as a precaution. Some of these parts are surprisingly easy to fix, my specialist recommended I did it myself to save time and money but I won't because I am not good with mechanical stuff. Much better at using electrical diagnostic tools which probably fooled them into thinking I was an expert. I'll take it in sometime soon. Then the suspension components needed doing. On the upside because it's not from the North east the specialist said I had the best subframe he's seen! And also the best driving example
My wife loves minis. We’ve had a cooper and changed about every part possible to keep it running. When we sold it, it must surely have been the newest oldest mini out there! Nice black high neck top btw, is that item for sale in your merchandise shop?
My wife bought a 18 year Clubman a few years ago and the quality is so much better than the previous generation that my mates 11 year plate is. I thought she was nuts buying a mini but I’m pleasantly shocked by how good it is. 🎉
The B48 engine in the 3rd series F56 Mini, is great. I have a 2.0 Cooper S, with 178K on the clock, and the only thing, apart from regular servicing, that ive put in it is half a litre of engine oil. Best car ive ever owned!
Astonishingly good cars. I think they're the hidden gem of the used car market. So many people (including Matt here) equate them with the horrors of the previous models where they're light years ahead. It's also one of the few cars I'd choose the auto over the manual. The Aisin conventional auto with the JCW optional upgrade (paddles and gearbox mods) is superb.
@@DiscoFang Yes, im changing to the new JCW in around 6 months, as my Cooper S is nearly 5 years old - it should have covered around 225K miles by then.
@@DiscoFang I completely agree with you, such nice cars in a small package - whats not to like? Unfortunately everyone is caught up on the idea that MINIs are 'unreliable' and 'nothing but problems' when they've never tried a F56. So much stupidity in the comments but glad you are sticking up for these really underrated little cars
@@JP-bh7wbit's not just minis, BMW ballsed up the engines between 08-2012 (2010 fix for Minis). The unreliability tag is going strong because the cars in this price range that are uncared for usually have issues. You're right the newer engines are fine
Thanks for this latest video and for the regular supply of great content, information, advice and humour. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and healthy and prosperous new year.
The Vredestein tyres (you have one on the rear passenger side ) are made in Holland and as quite good. They have scored well in tests. Suitable for most run-of-the-mill cars, but probably not for high performance cars. Good value for money but not a brand that everybody knows . . . .
Great video Matt 👍🏻 I’m always amazed how these cars can look so different with a little TLC! The upholstery guy and valet guys are well worth the money 👏🏻👍🏻 have a great Christmas 😀
3rd gen so far does well in reliability surveys. Big improvement on 2nd generation. Big price premium over 2nd generation reflects that especially as a convertible. So we could only afford 2nd gen. They did improve the famously unreliable prince N14 engine in 2011 with the N18 but having owned a 2012 for 6 months you have to accept that solenoids and coil packs are service items in the same way oil is. Mine so far does not burn oil. Still nearly at max on dipstick These items from a specialist are not costly, the spark plugs being the most expensive part. And yes they're heavy to drive and compromised but they also can get under your skin as they're involving and eager. The polar opposite of our other car a golf mark 7 which is easy, comfortable refined but somewhat numb to drive.
Hi Matt. The key fob batteries fail quite bit on this mark of Mini. I had several batteries go. I think the fob is sensitive to a voltage drop. I started using Renata batteries and ever since I have had no issue. I hope this helps
As a driver of an 11 year old cooper S convertible I agree. They are built to be involving to drive not easy. So if you're exhausted this is not the car to drive. If you're fresh and in the mood for a bit of point and squirt fun it's great fun for the price. My mark 7 golf can probably keep up and does the exact same journey with next to no effort. The mini feels like you've gone much faster, had to drive the thing. In many ways feels more like a classic.
Hi Matt great video, just thought I let you know I have one of these, mine is a 2018 1.5 with a JCW pack so it's nice to see your one still looks good with that miles on the clock good luck with the sale it probably won't take long..cheers Phil from Newark
Regard the head gasket that was the 2nd generation not the 3rd generation. They don’t seem to have issues as far as I know I own a 16 reg f55 mini hatch cooper D automatic it’s the previous generation before 2014 that had that head gasket issue 2007 to late 2013 then early 2014 sports model had some issues but late 2014 they fixed it and are massively improved had no issues with mine so far apart from tyre pressure gage issue as said mine is 5dr 2016 hatch automatic cooper D
Of this gen we’ve had a cooper (like this) clubman, countryman now a cooper s convertible. So much better than the first gen ones. Never had any issues.
Another good video, Matt. £225 is pretty good for a pair of Michelins, I like it that you fit decent tyres, a lot of traders fit cheapos or part worns that need immediate replacement so 👍👍 As a viewer, I'm slightly disappointed with the lack of overspend, but the business comes first. Have a great Christmas
Nice to see decent tyres fitted. Part worns a MOT tester who is quite fussy on tyres said that you could be buying someone elses trouble, as there is always a reason they are part worn. They could of come off a scrapped car and not checked, could of been reason car was crashed or replaced early as they were crap. We generally only replace when worn to about 2mm, damaged or we dont like them.
@@richwilliams9895 While I understand that I can't think of anyone in their right mind who'd buy a car and replace the tyres straight away 'just in case' if the tyres are at least 3mm or above. Using existing tyres on a used car is no difference from buying part worn tyres with one caveat: I bought some part worns once which someone had used a regrooving tool to 'retread' them. They went straight back and I got a refund. I also reported the seller though fat lot of good that probably did!
Hi matt, i was going to say about the tyres they were very low, good luck with the wee car, from marty in Belfast northern Ireland God bless and merry Christmas.
Love the style of your videos, the way you "chat" to us as if we are in there with you. Question about your website, why don't you use the imagery you use in these videos. You always show off the car with beautiful rolling hills behind the car. And on your website, for your photos of the sellable vehicles, it's a brick wall, some metal railings, and a double yellow line! Anyway, keep up the good content. J
That’s a great car to sell on and at £5.5k will make a fab car to own. We have a 2015 Cooper S 2.0 auto. It’s brilliant. We would never be without a Mini in our household, especially as we live in Weardale with all those hills and beautiful scenery.
I have 2013 Mini OneD; I bought it when it was a year old, and it passed its MOT first time every time every year. Mainly because I’ve treated it with respect and never ragged it. I’ve only done 58k miles, and road tax doesn’t apply due to its emissions. I just gave it to my daughter as I don’t have the heart in selling a decent, reliable and cheap to run car. The Mk II Minis are only reliable as how one treats it.
I was thinking I should pick you up, for doing the CarVertical ad while sitting with the engine idling and causing global warming. So, that ad is SO much better, thank you, Matt and a very merry Christmas to you and yours.
Hi Matt, Merry Christmas to you and yours. You were probably "negged out" because it was cold and getting near the end of the year. We tend to put the cart before the horse at these times. An old mate of mine used to say that "The profit is in the buying." so if you buy them right there should be enough left for that nasty word "profit" in the end. Enjoy your break if you take one and come back refreshed in the New Year.
Got a 21 year old mini. Picked it up a few months ago for £1100. It’s aim is to be a fun car to drive on my days off, within my budget. Some people want a Lamborghini or a Ferrari, but give me a mini any day. It’s fun, cheap, and nowt to worry about 😀
I’m with you when you said a 10 year old car is an X or Y reg 😂. Great video as always and that’s a great looking mini, even with bold tyres 😁. I think a couple of good tyres on that would be at the very least £300 😬
How did the Mini pass the MOT with the original tyres that were an advisory on the previous MOT? Regarding the VW EV Golf, how RUDE of the owner to hold them back to then sell them with an attitude, as you say "that is what some of the publican like". Keep going Matt, you are your work and attention to detail is refreshing.
My daughter had one before her twins came along then it was totally useless, in the three years she had it it needed two new bonnet release cables as they snap very easily. Still she loved it so did I secretly
You have a great memory Matt, you can always remember the list of things that needed to be done, even things they haven't billed you for! Have a great Christmas :)
Another excellent review, Matt. Black car, blacked out windows, black wheels, black interior, black floormats - with a tiny union flag. Reflects the mood of the nation, I suppose. Nice to see you out in the A8 - lovely car.
I keep coming back to the idea of a Mini. It's the car that got away. I 'almost' bought one in 2006. I went to the Mini dealership to see one being advertised and was ignored for ages by the salespeople who were all chatting up couples, and ignored me standing there alone waiting to be served and ready to buy. So, I went to Mangoletsi and came home with a bright red Alfa 147! That was the second time - the first time was 15 years earlier, in the 6th form. Everyone had a Mini (a proper Mini) and I somehow ended up with a MK2 Escort.
I love your videos and if/when I need to buy myself my next car I will certainly check your stock out on your website! I have one request in the meantime, when you total up your spend at the end of the videos, can you put a graphic on screen to make it nice and clear? Thanks and keep up the great content!
We bought a 2002 Mini Cooper in London a few days after 7/7 in 2005. Owner decided to relocate to Devon due to the bombings. Being from NI (flew over and drove it home) the threats never bother us. It was a really well specced car and we paid £8k for it. Fantastic car. Drove it for 3 years and added 25000 miles onto it….and sold it for £8150. Loved that wee car.
@@sandersson2813 He did. He had a young family and his business was online so they decided in a few days they would move to Devon. If I remember correctly they already had a holiday home there but this was to be a permanent move.
Another brilliant video! Really appreciate these videos, as I'm looking to buy a car next year. Could you do a video on a honda civic (2017/18 plus reg)? I like my Japanese cars lol
Great video apart from the tyres mix up ! The parcel shelf/charge leads episode doesn’t surprise me at all. Some people have cheek for owt ! They’re only defrauding a business so that’s alright in their eyes. Merry Christmas Matt .
Great timing in time to enjoy some food and watch , love these videos . Hope you include more of taking it to mechanics and other clips like did previously on BMW z3
Nice car for the money. I miss having mod cons in my car eg Apple car play and waiting ages for it to defrost on winter mornings. I may have to upgrade to something like this.
Solid pocket 🚀 rockets fun factor to drive always made me smile 😊 hot hatch I 🔥boom😉called her black mini panther , 2/ litre SD very reliable n nippy!🫶🏻enjoyed the vt matt how your cutie frenchie pooch doing?
Beautiful car, I had one for a few years and the 3.4 V6 is notoriously long lived. Would buy one again in a heartbeat if they weren't quite so inflated in price.
The guy who listed the parcel shelf on eBay is the kind of guy who will de-ply toilet paper to get twice the amount.
Ha ha nice one🤣
😂
Ucccch such a cheapskate!
or somehow never get his round in!
Last out of the taxi, first into the bar and then nicks bog roll from the loo.
After 2015 they’ve improved reliability massively!
I’ve owned 2016 Countryman for 4 years only had one small issue.
No engine issues or transmission issues. Just make sure it is properly maintained if you can afford it!
The benefit of Minis are having small tanks, so you never have to spend so much to fillup.
After 2014, All F series are good
@@fabini14
Early cars are also good. Just the older they get the more things get worn out.
Even 2011+ For the cooper S has decent reliability because the replaced that shitty N14 engine with the N18 which made it heaps more reliability.
I'm a driving instructor, on my 2nd F56 Mini cooper, They are Bulletproof little cars but do have foibles, I have bimmer link and a Vgate for registering batteries and clearing codes ( rarely happens). My personal car is an Alfa Brera S and whilst it has more theatre and feel than the Mini , on B roads the Mini is an absolute hoot.
I'll be buying another when the time comes. Pupils love driving the little thing as do I !
Alright guys hows it going, welcome back!
Love your channel mate and watch every one, i wonder if you can help with a problem I've got concerning a number plate transfer,dvl want a code,how do i find it? many thanks
He says back weirdly!
Well we're here
@@richardirvine9469You can't get rid of him.😂😂😂
It's.... Alright guys, how's it going, welcome baaaaack 👍 Great guy!
Such a quality channel, really watchable, likeable and informative. Great to see an honest and articulate English guy going about his business
Thanks
Got a 2016 Cooper S, just love how it always puts a smile on my face, I’ve had days of feeling terrible, rough day at work, and having the dual centre exhaust tips making popcorn noises make me laugh, the pulling me to the back of my chair under acceleration, bearing in mind I’m 23 and before the mini, my most powerful car was a 1.6 tdi seat arona, I can forgive the spine bash going over speed bumps
I’m amazed at how Matt can always tell the brand of tyre from so far away. He’s got super vision.
That’s quite a nice and presentable Mini now, it should sell quickly.
Seasons greetings and happy New Year to you and your family Matt, I’m looking forward to more great content next year❤.
Merry Christmas
As someone who sold minis, the front space was the same as a 3 series so that’s why it never felt small
Had a 2004 mini once, paid £300 for it. Sold it for £500 a year later with 323,000 on the clock on the original engine. Felt like a go kart.
how much would a 2009 mini be worth? I'm thinking £2000
@@zuowang5185 depends on mileage, condition etc. but yeah I recon around that number
@@zuowang5185 mini cooper? They have the Mini One and Mini First as well. Depends on the spec. £2000 if it's done less than 100k miles, has climate control. Otherwise no, less than that.
Also a warning the BMW engines produced between 2007 and early 2010 had dodgy timing chains. They fixed it in late 2010 with the minis so if you're going to get one, get one with a 60 plate or newer and absolutely do not buy an old high milage cooper S under any circumstance. It's like loading a 6 shooter with 6 bullets and hoping for good news at the next MOT.
@@randomdaveUK looking at one at 95km mileage, replaced timing chain in 2018. Asking £2100. Claim to have full service history and driven by an old lady. Lots of scuff on wheels though
@@zuowang5185 is the spec alright? Climate, multifunction wheel? Heated seats and leather at that price range are bonuses not givens.
Timing chain being done is a big plus. As you can check the MOT history online is there any incident of an oil leak as an advisory or ongoing?
Other big one is advisory emissions failure as the exhaust would then need work soon.
I think if you like the spec and can say no to both those MOT questions you've probably got a decent one and that's a good price
To open the bonnet on these minis you have to pull the bonnet lever twice in quick succession to pop it.
And lubricate the catches, as I found out, otherwise the plastic handle can break internally. Other than brakes needing replacing that's the only other issue I've had with mine in 2 years and about 15,000 miles.
My sister had an early cooper s i recall it was a 52 plate so a long time ago ! Anyway she let me take it out one day for a spin and bloody hell they move !! I think I drove about ten miles before I had to stop for a change of underwear! 😂….anyway I’m off for a beer or ten so I’ll wish Matt and all you other cool doods at High Peak Autos a very merry Christmas and obviously a prosperous new year and not to mention gallons more top notch videos 💪
Happy Christmas!
My daughter is still driving a Mini All 4 One 2013 bought in Birmingham and it still goes great 10 years later. Needs servicing and the like as most ICE cars do, along with the usual tyres and wipers but there have been no tragic high cost items. You underspent? I am immediately heading to a darkened room to lie down and get over the shock!! All the best over the festive break and thanks again for all your content that has cheered me so often in 2023.
Good little profit (it is allowed!). These vidoes have been a weekly highlight. Cheers Matt. Merry Christmas!
I just sold my 2012 Mini Cooper S for just less than $2000 CDN$ what i actually paid for it 4.5 years earlier. It Never let me down once mechanically. It sat outside in -40 weather in Canada and always started first time. I serviced it every 6000 km and replaced the tires and brakes and that was it. Only sold it because i need to tow a motorcycle and as i get older my knees would hurt getting in and out of it. Gas mileage was incredible though. Have a great Holiday Matt !! thanks for all the great videos, and hope the new year brings the dealership continued success for 2024!!!!
I have a 2012 mini Cooper S convertible. This is the N18 engine which was brought out to fix the rather large number of faults of the N14 (2006-2011). I made sure I got an N18. I quickly found a mini specialist to get the car back into good shape. Still rather complex with lots to fail but most of it is quite affordable. The major service was my biggest bill due to some long life spark plugs . Coil packs and vanos solenoids are regarded as service items in the same way the oil and spark plugs are! Needed 2 coil packs and a new thermostat. The intake vanos solenoid still needs doing as it throws a reduced power engine light every 2 weeks or so which goes out if you switch off an on again and won't come back on for a while. A much better timing chain tensioner should be installed but they've suggested that's changed anyway as a precaution. Some of these parts are surprisingly easy to fix, my specialist recommended I did it myself to save time and money but I won't because I am not good with mechanical stuff. Much better at using electrical diagnostic tools which probably fooled them into thinking I was an expert. I'll take it in sometime soon. Then the suspension components needed doing. On the upside because it's not from the North east the specialist said I had the best subframe he's seen! And also the best driving example
Never tap the watch later tab when your videos pop up, instant viewing. Looking forward to more and more.....
Thanks. I appreciate it. Merry Christmas
My wife loves minis. We’ve had a cooper and changed about every part possible to keep it running. When we sold it, it must surely have been the newest oldest mini out there!
Nice black high neck top btw, is that item for sale in your merchandise shop?
the Mini of Theseus
Another year passes by Matt. It’s good to see that you’re doing well (hopefully). All the best for Christmas and here’s to 2024. 🍻
I know… time flies. Hope you have a good one
My wife bought a 18 year Clubman a few years ago and the quality is so much better than the previous generation that my mates 11 year plate is. I thought she was nuts buying a mini but I’m pleasantly shocked by how good it is. 🎉
The F56 feels like a modern BMW in terms of interior solidness.
Massively underspent!!!!!! WHAT!!!! TYRES!!!!! Still not bad, Merry Christmas Matt.
The B48 engine in the 3rd series F56 Mini, is great. I have a 2.0 Cooper S, with 178K on the clock, and the only thing, apart from regular servicing, that ive put in it is half a litre of engine oil. Best car ive ever owned!
Astonishingly good cars. I think they're the hidden gem of the used car market. So many people (including Matt here) equate them with the horrors of the previous models where they're light years ahead. It's also one of the few cars I'd choose the auto over the manual. The Aisin conventional auto with the JCW optional upgrade (paddles and gearbox mods) is superb.
@@DiscoFang Yes, im changing to the new JCW in around 6 months, as my Cooper S is nearly 5 years old - it should have covered around 225K miles by then.
@@DiscoFang I completely agree with you, such nice cars in a small package - whats not to like? Unfortunately everyone is caught up on the idea that MINIs are 'unreliable' and 'nothing but problems' when they've never tried a F56. So much stupidity in the comments but glad you are sticking up for these really underrated little cars
@@JP-bh7wbit's not just minis, BMW ballsed up the engines between 08-2012 (2010 fix for Minis). The unreliability tag is going strong because the cars in this price range that are uncared for usually have issues. You're right the newer engines are fine
That's the main reason I bought mine, the B series engine. Far fewer problems reported than the older ones.
Thanks for this latest video and for the regular supply of great content, information, advice and humour. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and healthy and prosperous new year.
The Vredestein tyres (you have one on the rear passenger side ) are made in Holland and as quite good. They have scored well in tests. Suitable for most run-of-the-mill cars, but probably not for high performance cars. Good value for money but not a brand that everybody knows . . . .
Best budget all weathers.
Great video Matt 👍🏻 I’m always amazed how these cars can look so different with a little TLC! The upholstery guy and valet guys are well worth the money 👏🏻👍🏻 have a great Christmas 😀
Upholstery and valet guys work for nothing. I don't know why they even bother.
Probably on the original clutch 😂
Thanks for your 3 Videos a week this year. Always look forward to watching them after work. Merry Christmas Matt!
Thanks. Merry Christmas
F56 is a good reliable car if you go to the services and take care of it 🤗
3rd gen so far does well in reliability surveys. Big improvement on 2nd generation. Big price premium over 2nd generation reflects that especially as a convertible. So we could only afford 2nd gen. They did improve the famously unreliable prince N14 engine in 2011 with the N18 but having owned a 2012 for 6 months you have to accept that solenoids and coil packs are service items in the same way oil is. Mine so far does not burn oil. Still nearly at max on dipstick These items from a specialist are not costly, the spark plugs being the most expensive part. And yes they're heavy to drive and compromised but they also can get under your skin as they're involving and eager. The polar opposite of our other car a golf mark 7 which is easy, comfortable refined but somewhat numb to drive.
Hi Matt. The key fob batteries fail quite bit on this mark of Mini. I had several batteries go. I think the fob is sensitive to a voltage drop. I started using Renata batteries and ever since I have had no issue. I hope this helps
At least the battery is easy to fix. Try doing that on the 2nd generation. It's soldered onto the motherboard. Absolutely ridiculous piece of design
My Golf key fob could eat batteries. Renata batteries seemed to last the longest......
@@paultasker7788 yes I know my wife had one. The engines on those were awful and drank oil
I can’t believe these are nearly 10 years old. I have a Clubman, and you’re right, you do have to be in the mood for a MINI.
As a driver of an 11 year old cooper S convertible I agree. They are built to be involving to drive not easy. So if you're exhausted this is not the car to drive. If you're fresh and in the mood for a bit of point and squirt fun it's great fun for the price. My mark 7 golf can probably keep up and does the exact same journey with next to no effort. The mini feels like you've gone much faster, had to drive the thing. In many ways feels more like a classic.
@@paultasker7788 the mini has a bit of attitude, it always feels like it wants to go faster. 😂
@@paultasker7788That's why I like my fiesta so much, feels like it can do both
Hi Matt great video, just thought I let you know I have one of these, mine is a 2018 1.5 with a JCW pack so it's nice to see your one still looks good with that miles on the clock good luck with the sale it probably won't take long..cheers Phil from Newark
The old chestnut of removing spare tyre or the tyre repair goo and pump is the normal dirty trick I’ve noticed when looking at cars.
The tyre repair goo normally has an expiry date. Watch out for that, too
Regard the head gasket that was the 2nd generation not the 3rd generation. They don’t seem to have issues as far as I know I own a 16 reg f55 mini hatch cooper D automatic it’s the previous generation before 2014 that had that head gasket issue 2007 to late 2013 then early 2014 sports model had some issues but late 2014 they fixed it and are massively improved had no issues with mine so far apart from tyre pressure gage issue as said mine is 5dr 2016 hatch automatic cooper D
Of this gen we’ve had a cooper (like this) clubman, countryman now a cooper s convertible. So much better than the first gen ones. Never had any issues.
Basically oil and filter service plus cleaning was invested. Something that normally has to be fone as well.
Except the seat leather
It’s great to hear your comments and opinions on the Mini Cooper. It sounds like it’s a solid even at 120k miles. Merry Xmas to you!
Another good video, Matt.
£225 is pretty good for a pair of Michelins, I like it that you fit decent tyres, a lot of traders fit cheapos or part worns that need immediate replacement so 👍👍
As a viewer, I'm slightly disappointed with the lack of overspend, but the business comes first.
Have a great Christmas
Right I can’t understand that part . Most of us actually use part worn tyres ourselves hence we do it to other cars we sell 😂
Nice to see decent tyres fitted. Part worns a MOT tester who is quite fussy on tyres said that you could be buying someone elses trouble, as there is always a reason they are part worn. They could of come off a scrapped car and not checked, could of been reason car was crashed or replaced early as they were crap.
We generally only replace when worn to about 2mm, damaged or we dont like them.
@@richwilliams9895
While I understand that I can't think of anyone in their right mind who'd buy a car and replace the tyres straight away 'just in case' if the tyres are at least 3mm or above. Using existing tyres on a used car is no difference from buying part worn tyres with one caveat: I bought some part worns once which someone had used a regrooving tool to 'retread' them. They went straight back and I got a refund. I also reported the seller though fat lot of good that probably did!
Hi matt, i was going to say about the tyres they were very low, good luck with the wee car, from marty in Belfast northern Ireland God bless and merry Christmas.
Hi Matt... I hope you haven`t massively overspent on the Christmas presents .. Have enjoyed your videos. Best wishes for 2024.
Still a nice bit of profit mate thats the main thing!! Happy Christmas mate, look after yourself!!
Same to you
Love the style of your videos, the way you "chat" to us as if we are in there with you. Question about your website, why don't you use the imagery you use in these videos. You always show off the car with beautiful rolling hills behind the car. And on your website, for your photos of the sellable vehicles, it's a brick wall, some metal railings, and a double yellow line! Anyway, keep up the good content. J
If I had the time I would take them all somewhere scenic for photos but it’s always a rush
MX5 Roof down unless it's raing or snowing.
Same on my Mini Roadster. If I can keep the speed up, rain isn't a problem either!
Can't believe the guy with the ev golf was selling parcel shelf and leads on ebay. What a cheap skate.
Nice mini.
I’ve had a few cases of that. Unbelievable
have a good christmas , love your honest reviews.🏴⛺️🚙
Merry Christmas!
I don't like the Mini hatch but my wifes Mini Clubman Cooper S All Four automatic is really good. 2017 model.
That’s a great car to sell on and at £5.5k will make a fab car to own. We have a 2015 Cooper S 2.0 auto. It’s brilliant. We would never be without a Mini in our household, especially as we live in Weardale with all those hills and beautiful scenery.
This is a true good man frist class vids always godbless you always and all the lovely people on here and a merry Christmas and happ new year to all
Merry Christmas
yeahhhhhh Thats 22 mins of my friday evening sorted :) , cheers mate & Merry Christmas :)
Thanks. Merry Christmas
Superb cars we have the Countryman Cooper S with additional JCW extras. We find it comfortable and more than fast enough. Handles well too.
I have 2013 Mini OneD; I bought it when it was a year old, and it passed its MOT first time every time every year. Mainly because I’ve treated it with respect and never ragged it. I’ve only done 58k miles, and road tax doesn’t apply due to its emissions. I just gave it to my daughter as I don’t have the heart in selling a decent, reliable and cheap to run car. The Mk II Minis are only reliable as how one treats it.
if only all car traders were as honest and genuine....merry xmas..
I do like that A8 you are running around in
Orange 2.0SD facelift was cheap ManHeim last year. Left it. Bought a 595 Abarth as stock instead. Less problems Petrol car vs diesel car
i have that little 3 pot in my 318i , if you give them a good spanking they perform very well.
You must have heard me. I was saying about the tyres to the screen 😊
I've driven this particular model and it's such a great car. Handles great, good amount of power, is really fun overall really
Happy Christmas Matt. Thank you for another year of excellent reviews. Wishing you a very successful 2024 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Merry Christmas
I was thinking I should pick you up, for doing the CarVertical ad while sitting with the engine idling and causing global warming. So, that ad is SO much better, thank you, Matt and a very merry Christmas to you and yours.
Hi Matt, Merry Christmas to you and yours. You were probably "negged out" because it was cold and getting near the end of the year. We tend to put the cart before the horse at these times. An old mate of mine used to say that "The profit is in the buying." so if you buy them right there should be enough left for that nasty word "profit" in the end. Enjoy your break if you take one and come back refreshed in the New Year.
What a great bargain. I was very surprised by how low the itemised bill was, well done.
Looks like a good buy Matt! As its a Cooper, the profit could come, JUST LIKE THAT 😊
That would be magic.
Well done Matthew, im very proud of you...
Got a 21 year old mini. Picked it up a few months ago for £1100. It’s aim is to be a fun car to drive on my days off, within my budget. Some people want a Lamborghini or a Ferrari, but give me a mini any day. It’s fun, cheap, and nowt to worry about 😀
So sad that the parcel shelf thing was your first encounter with the E-Golf... I own one and I love it! 😊
Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year!
I’m with you when you said a 10 year old car is an X or Y reg 😂. Great video as always and that’s a great looking mini, even with bold tyres 😁. I think a couple of good tyres on that would be at the very least £300 😬
In my mind a ten year old car is a K reg or L reg !
I was absolutely crushed the other day to finally realise a 62 plate is no longer 'a couple of years old!'
My Yeti needed a new tyre and to match the rest it needed to be a Michelin so that’s what I got thanks to you.
Matt would make a good politician….saving the planet single handedly….he’d get my vote….🎉❤…Merry Christmas..
have a great Christmas and new year, l hope you have a great Christmas with your family as well, and all your staff,
Thanks for all the movies Matt, look forward to every one, best wishes for 24.
How did the Mini pass the MOT with the original tyres that were an advisory on the previous MOT?
Regarding the VW EV Golf, how RUDE of the owner to hold them back to then sell them with an attitude, as you say "that is what some of the publican like". Keep going Matt, you are your work and attention to detail is refreshing.
My daughter had one before her twins came along then it was totally useless, in the three years she had it it needed two new bonnet release cables as they snap very easily. Still she loved it so did I secretly
What year was it?
@@JP-bh7wb 2011 in Black
You have a great memory Matt, you can always remember the list of things that needed to be done, even things they haven't billed you for! Have a great Christmas :)
Got one of these from copart for 1600 a while back. Rly good car
Another excellent review, Matt. Black car, blacked out windows, black wheels, black interior, black floormats - with a tiny union flag. Reflects the mood of the nation, I suppose.
Nice to see you out in the A8 - lovely car.
Feliz Navidad.
Best to you and yours.
Thanks for the channel and all your hard work.
Thank you. Merry Christmas
Thank you. Love these videos. Have a happy Christmas.
Just got one from a shop in Lichfield but it is a diecast model
I keep coming back to the idea of a Mini. It's the car that got away. I 'almost' bought one in 2006. I went to the Mini dealership to see one being advertised and was ignored for ages by the salespeople who were all chatting up couples, and ignored me standing there alone waiting to be served and ready to buy. So, I went to Mangoletsi and came home with a bright red Alfa 147!
That was the second time - the first time was 15 years earlier, in the 6th form. Everyone had a Mini (a proper Mini) and I somehow ended up with a MK2 Escort.
Got a 2011 Cooper S. Bonnet release catch and cable are known issues.
I love your videos and if/when I need to buy myself my next car I will certainly check your stock out on your website! I have one request in the meantime, when you total up your spend at the end of the videos, can you put a graphic on screen to make it nice and clear? Thanks and keep up the great content!
Nice on Cyril (Matt).
I like mini good for City traffic. Nice to drive but not that comfortable Good on fuel ⛽
Kevin from Radcliffe
We bought a 2002 Mini Cooper in London a few days after 7/7 in 2005. Owner decided to relocate to Devon due to the bombings. Being from NI (flew over and drove it home) the threats never bother us. It was a really well specced car and we paid £8k for it. Fantastic car. Drove it for 3 years and added 25000 miles onto it….and sold it for £8150. Loved that wee car.
That was a great buy
He relocated because of bombings? 😂😂
@@sandersson2813 He did. He had a young family and his business was online so they decided in a few days they would move to Devon. If I remember correctly they already had a holiday home there but this was to be a permanent move.
@@sandersson2813 I know a few people who relocated after 7/7… why is that weird? I’d have done the same I think
@@sandersson2813 Given the amount of terror attacks after 7/7 and rising crime in London, i don't see how thats something to laugh at
Have a great Christmas Matt!
Nice car and looks great in that colour and you underspent 😊
Another great video Matt and a great result for Man City, best club in the world 🎉
Merry Christmas Matt..🎅
Thanks for another great year of honest videos, looking forward to many more in 2024..😁
Another brilliant video! Really appreciate these videos, as I'm looking to buy a car next year. Could you do a video on a honda civic (2017/18 plus reg)? I like my Japanese cars lol
Nice save, and looks great now. Thanks for the videos this year Matt, all the best to you & yours for the Christmas season.
Great video apart from the tyres mix up ! The parcel shelf/charge leads episode doesn’t surprise me at all. Some people have cheek for owt ! They’re only defrauding a business so that’s alright in their eyes. Merry Christmas Matt .
Good result for you didn't the mot advise on tyres? Good video hope it earns you some profit
What Matt? Massively underspent😮 .Is this going to be a New Year's resolution 🎉
Great timing in time to enjoy some food and watch , love these videos . Hope you include more of taking it to mechanics and other clips like did previously on BMW z3
Glad you got some good luck for a change with this one, nice to be wrong sometimes!
Thanks for entertaining me no end in 23! Merry xmas. Ay Matty were are the "Bazz it" boys?
My 1st 'flip' during lockdown was a £280 2005 Cooper sold for £1295 after a mega clean and gearshift cables
Nice car for the money. I miss having mod cons in my car eg Apple car play and waiting ages for it to defrost on winter mornings. I may have to upgrade to something like this.
Hi Matt great interesting video as ever have a good Christmas with all your friends .
Great little video Matt, and hopefully a decent margin with no overspend 😃
Have a lovely Christmas Matt, atb to you and your family 👍
Fingers crossed! Merry Christmas
Solid pocket 🚀 rockets fun factor to drive always made me smile 😊 hot hatch I 🔥boom😉called her black mini panther , 2/ litre SD very reliable n nippy!🫶🏻enjoyed the vt matt how your cutie frenchie pooch doing?
Beautiful car, I had one for a few years and the 3.4 V6 is notoriously long lived. Would buy one again in a heartbeat if they weren't quite so inflated in price.