should i get a mini cooper s?
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From: Enschede, Holland
Do you drive long distances on a regular basis?
If you don't, the cooper S is very nice and much fun.
If you do, I'd go for a 1-series (assuming I'd have to choose between the 2, still prefer an E60!).
My experience with 1-series is that they're very well suited for long highway trips, the comfort is actually very good. It's also capable of driving through corners with insane speeds, so it's the best of both worlds. Biggest drawback is the lack of space, but I don't think that concerns you if you're considering these 2 cars.
If you drive >300km trips regularly I think you'll regret the Mini for its comfort (ride & noise levels).
Good luck.
If you don't, the cooper S is very nice and much fun.
If you do, I'd go for a 1-series (assuming I'd have to choose between the 2, still prefer an E60!).
My experience with 1-series is that they're very well suited for long highway trips, the comfort is actually very good. It's also capable of driving through corners with insane speeds, so it's the best of both worlds. Biggest drawback is the lack of space, but I don't think that concerns you if you're considering these 2 cars.
If you drive >300km trips regularly I think you'll regret the Mini for its comfort (ride & noise levels).
Good luck.
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From: Egypt,Cairo
My Ride: 525i 07
thanks guys for ur asnwers, i own bmw e60 07, but i'm thinkking of getting mini cooper s 2006 but a used one lol 
i know it would sound funny for you guys but taxes in Egypt is horrible, a used mini cooper s will cost me 190000 thousand egyptian pound in dollars almost 18K 
, i wouldnt drive it for long distance average 50 Miles a day, for travelling i could use the e60, but inside my town mini would be much easier to go through the traffic jam, also i would save me gas, easier to park and it looks cute and funny for me always let you feel optimistic, i wonder if u could tell me what is the difference between MCS 2006 and 2006 and if can show pics for interior if there is difference thanks for helping
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From: Fort Lauderdale Florida
My Ride: 2009 550i sports, Nav, logic Best E60 yet
2004 545i, sports pkg, logic 7 steptronic, rear shade,orient blue with beige interior, blue tooth enabled Razer Phone. 2004 X5 3.0, sports pkg, stepronic, summer pkg. imola red.
2006 Mini Cooper S, manual, sports, prem pkg, nav and kitchen sink.
Originally Posted by Bahabishoo' post='617371' date='Jul 6 2008, 11:07 AM
guys for people who tried to test drive this car or own one what do u think about it? and i got another question for u , i didnt drive manual gear car from six years this doesnt mean i dont know how to drive manual gear box but since it would be my fun car should i get it cooper S or get the cooper automatic gear box
what do u think about it? and i got another question for u , i didnt drive manual gear car from six years this doesnt mean i dont know how to drive manual gear box but since it would be my fun car should i get it cooper S or get the cooper automatic gear box Get the stick, automatic would be a mistake; the mini a easy to drive, and for the money a grate value.
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From: oc, california
My Ride: stock non-sport alpine white '04 530i
simply put: hell yes
one of my girl-friends has one, n/a and auto, but dang is that thing still fun to drive around, it handles like a gocart, i love it, now add a turbo or s/c and a stick= uber fun
one of my girl-friends has one, n/a and auto, but dang is that thing still fun to drive around, it handles like a gocart, i love it, now add a turbo or s/c and a stick= uber fun
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From: Ramstein AB, Germany
My Ride: 2007 525i, mystic blue metallic, black leather interior, dark poplar wood trim, premium package, navigation, iPod, park distance control, voice activation, bluetooth.
Mods: Full M-Tech Kit, ACS Rep Rear Window Spoiler, ACS Rep Rear Deck Spoiler, ACS Rep Quad Diffuser, ACS Rep Exhaust Tips, Remus Duel Exhaust, De-badge, 20% Tint Front and Rear, Umnitza Predator Ice V2, HID fog lights, Clear Side Marker Light Bulbs (yellow when on), Dark Poplar Wood Shifter, Dark Poplar Wood e-Brake Handle, Dark Poplar Wood Steering Wheel Inserts, OEM Steel Pedals, OEM M Footrest, 19 inch OEM 121s (Summer), 18 inch 124s (Winter), Shadowline Window Trim, Blacked-out Kidney Grills
A great car! You won't regret it. I have had a 2007 and now have a 2004 mini. Great second car.
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From: The Netherlands
My Ride: BMW 530D touring
automatic gearbox
panoramic sunroof
titan-grey metallic
black comfort seats
navi professional
sunshades in rear doors
HUD
Xenon
voice control
sports suspension
PDC
cd-changer
Shadow-line
Bluetooth
Auto-dimming mirrors
Dark-wood trim
Heated seats
As for the long distances, here is my Mini in the south of spain, after an 18 hour non-stop drive (2100 km / 1300 mile). But this year I will go with the E61.
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From: New Jersey
My Ride: '05 545 Titanium Silver, Black Leather - Nav, Logic 7, Cold weather.
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Carbon filter removed.
M5 iDrive knob.
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MP3
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RPI Scoop
G-tech Pro RR
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Originally Posted by Bahabishoo' post='617371' date='Jul 6 2008, 11:07 AM
guys for people who tried to test drive this car or own one what do u think about it? and i got another question for u , i didnt drive manual gear car from six years this doesnt mean i dont know how to drive manual gear box but since it would be my fun car should i get it cooper S or get the cooper automatic gear box
what do u think about it? and i got another question for u , i didnt drive manual gear car from six years this doesnt mean i dont know how to drive manual gear box but since it would be my fun car should i get it cooper S or get the cooper automatic gear box 
