Should I get a MINI to replace my Golf?
I'm on the hunt for a new car. Have been driving a Volkswagen Golf GT TDI 1.8-litre for the last five years and unfortunately was involved in a car accident and it has been written off.
I'm now looking for a car that will hold its value well, my budget is absolutely max of €8,000, looking for a slightly smaller engine as want to keep the road tax to a minimum (road tax on the Golf was a whopping €190 per quarter!) and I commute from Rush to Citywest so also looking for something that is good on fuel consumption. I'm currently looking at MINIs, Golfs and Ford Mondeos and other Fords. I think I'm particularly interested in purchasing a MINI as they seem to get very good reviews.
Any advice? Thanks
Erin Evans (Rush)Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car
Expert answer
Hi Erin,
Well, I have to put my hand up and declare an interest. I own a MINI , a Clubman Cooper D, and it's fab. Fun to drive, funky to look at and super-economical (it averages better than 55mpg). So I'd say if you're interested in a MINI, go for it.
Just make sure anything you're looking at buying has a full service history. Don't forget that these are small BMWs with plenty of complex bits and need to be cared for accordingly. It's worth looking at MINI's 'cherished' second hand programme, from franchised dealers, which a gets you a two-year warranty and a full check over.
Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser@neilmbriscoe