2005 MINI Cooper

Rating from MaxPaxr

(3)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Value for the Money:		2 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"The Mini Cooper will draw you in with its looks and sporty handling.There is plenty of acceleration, but like a sporty car, you feel all the bumps in the road. Seems to have a lot of mechanical problems. Oil leaks that dealers can't get fixed. Loss of anti-freeze but no trace of leaks. Not to mention the high dealer cost to work on the car. For the high sticker price, should have less mechanical issues."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from European Flair

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"My MINI was yellow with a white top (moon roof) & white rims, black interior. I named her "Sunbeam." It was a stick shift, which made it hard for me to drive because of my age (aches & pains.) It was a very fun little car--for a young person. However, it was very small inside & no one could fit in the back seat. The ride was a little bumpy, to be expected for such a small car. I got alot of compliments on it. It was a sharp-looking car. Got good gas mileage. If I were much younger, I would buy another Mini Cooper. Just looking at her made me feel happy--she was so cute."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Sporty Girl

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"This is the most awesome car. The body style is great. The interior is beautiful and well made. This car has the best gas mileage I have ever had."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Chuck

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		2 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I love my Mini-Cooper Convertible that I purchased using cars.com. It is quick, responsive and fun to drive. I've owned and enjoyed BMWs for years, and the Mini drives like a BMW. The convertible top is easy to operate and allows me to quickly and effortlessly enjoy sunny days. I find it amazingly comfortable with lots of leg room and I like the fact that it has such high safety ratings. I'm getting about 27 mpg composite even though most of my driving is stop and go city driving. The only negative I've experienced is that there is a blind spot in the outside rear-view mirrors. However, I was able to easily solve the problem by simply going to an auto parts store and buying two inexpensive convex mirrors that easily attached and solved the problem. However, it does make me wonder why the manufacturer doesn't address this problem."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from zipper

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought the car in May and have been driving it everyday. The car handling is amazing. It is a high perfromance car with sharpe look. Mine is Bristish racing green."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Doubleshot

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I love this car. Power is smooth and holds the road like your driving on glue. The convertibles do have a blind spot for changing lanes but not horrible. I would recommend to anyone who wants one."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from bitsy

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Bought this used 2005 MINI Cooper S and have loved every minute of driving it!! I did switch out the wheels & tires though, can't afford runflats and the regular tires run smoother anyway. Have had alot of different model cars but this is my favorite!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from garageman207

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"the mini is certainly an icon, and its worthy of it. everything is in ship-shape apart from the gearbox, which has an easy-to-fix problem. it is an excellent city car, and can even haul my family of four in comfort. the engine is very peppy, as is the handling. and to add to all its other virtues, fuel economy is unmathched by any other car as fun as this"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Turbo Dave

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"There are few vehicles that can be driven for any length of time that will not cost you a significant amount of money, this is one car that truly breaks the rules in that category, its fun to drive and gets great gas mileage with a low up front outlay, and if that's not enough throw in great resale value for the full package!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from MiniMom

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought my 2005 Mini Cooper S used in the summer of 2008. I loved her immediately and really began to enjoy driving, and made excuses just to drive somewhere. She is so zippy and cute, and she packs a punch when you really need it. She can turn on a dime, she's very responsive. I love being so tiny, and having those backup sensors, I never back into things anymore. If I'm going to be a taxi mom, I should be able to enjoy it, right? The kids love riding in the back of the Mini, there is plenty of room for both of them. They like to put their arms up like they're in a rollercoaster, they have such a blast. And, I enjoy having people yield me the right of way because they're too busy staring at my car to take it. :) In the spring of 2009, a young driver who just got her license pulled out in front of me while I was going 55 MPH on the highway with the top down. While the whole front of her car was totally crumpled and destroyed, my Mini looked like someone had just hit her good in the eye and was otherwise fine. She protected me well in the crash, I was able to walk away. Don't let the small size fool you. These are solid cars and very safe. Even the emergency crew on the scene couldn't believe the impact the Mini took and how good she looked in spite of it. I will be a Mini driver for life-- they are full of style and personality, and safe too."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family