Some people think the lights are tacky/corny, i think they suit the car ! It’s a nice distinctive feature, what all lights should be now that we have the leds and not just big bulbs
Kaisuke971 I agree it’s probably the only thing I like about the current mini haha. The rest of it just looks wrong aesthetically. Still hate that heavy front overhang and not a fan of the new badge.
Nice video, and thank you for making it. Being an American, and living in the USA I'm left a little confused by something I suppose is rather trivial. That being, during the video you mentioned the "UK", as well the engine choices stated were those of the UK, and the description in the copy below the video states "UK" a couple of times. My confusion is why the test vehicle is Left Hand Drive. ???
BTW I liked Quentin Wilson, so a presenter that able to do a banging impression of him is fine by me. The impression is top notch! As is the nostalgic value. Well done.
When he said Minis have ALWAYS been great, i cringed. Guess he has never had to deal with a long term r56s then. Thermostat failures, timing chain guide failures, high pressure fuel pump failures, valves that need to be walnut blasted, leaky oil filter housings, expansion tank failures, leaks oil, leaks coolant, yup those motors are great. I have spent more money keeping my S on the road, than i paid for it
Underneath the hipster chic, you always suspected the Mini had a bad case of small car syndrome. Well, now the flat whites and ironic power pop are out, and the roll cage, carbon fiber interior and turbo charged four-cylinder are in. Just don't mention its height.
Is it me (I'm getting old) or does this presenter have a lot of the Quentin Wilson about him? So much so that I thought this was an impersonation video. The voice is uncanny. The way in which the sentences are delivered are of mimicking quality. I enjoy the video. For the wrong reasons perhaps. Am I the only one watching this with the nostalgic thought of Quentin Wilson on Top gear in the mid 90's? I'm showing my age but my word the similarities are present.
jb7 people can't seem to understand that mini is a brand and not the size of the car. The very first Minis were small but nobody would buy something that small now, they have to be practical. Still a small car compared to others although the supercharged R53 mini was the best and looked better.
I heard “funnest.”🧐 I can think of many adjectives you could have used in that case. 🤦🏾♂️ You are English. You are supposed to preserve the English language and not aid in its demise. 😅 Otherwise, great review! 👍🏾 This could be my next car - HOPEFULLY. 🤞🏾
people can't seem to understand that mini is a brand and not the size of the car. The very first Minis were small but nobody would buy something that small now, they have to be practical. Still a small car compared to others although the supercharged R53 mini was the best and looked better.
There should be Scottish Flag ones, also Welsh and Irish ones as well!, yeah, am taking the Urine, they are a bit naff, if your doing this to a Car your not a Car enthusiast, your a fashionista.....!🤔😎
I don't understand the negative comments. I enjoyed the video, the presenter, and the car.
But what did you learn ?
I think the rear lights are brilliant
Hahahaha! That sunk in a moment after. Very good!
Love the review but what I love the most is the color grade applied to this video. Superb.
Some people think the lights are tacky/corny, i think they suit the car ! It’s a nice distinctive feature, what all lights should be now that we have the leds and not just big bulbs
Kaisuke971 I agree it’s probably the only thing I like about the current mini haha. The rest of it just looks wrong aesthetically. Still hate that heavy front overhang and not a fan of the new badge.
Kaisuke971 iiiiiiiiiiiiu
Kaisuke971 i
I don't think they're tacky but I'd rather they were an option, or came with the option of having the ones with the Mini badge inside.
Very enjoyable review!! I Need a Mini in my life..
Great review James. Thanks.
The love child of Quentin Wilson (top gear circa early 90’s)
Should I get this or an Abarth?
Be honest. Are you Quentin Wilson's secret lovechild?
I didn't expect to say this but... great review!
Nice video, and thank you for making it. Being an American, and living in the USA I'm left a little confused by something I suppose is rather trivial. That being, during the video you mentioned the "UK", as well the engine choices stated were those of the UK, and the description in the copy below the video states "UK" a couple of times. My confusion is why the test vehicle is Left Hand Drive. ???
I like the new lights 🙂
BTW I liked Quentin Wilson, so a presenter that able to do a banging impression of him is fine by me. The impression is top notch! As is the nostalgic value. Well done.
I like the lights. A Mini should be covered in Union Jacks all around!
Why is the steering wheel on the wrong side?
Which Camera do you use to make videos? It looks like a movie!! Someone please tell me!
Awaiting the GP3 - wonder if they'll use DCT or Manual
But how reliable is it?
Is this better than a mini one d
It’s so cute I love this car so much!! 😍😍
James your not wearing red jeans, what happened ??? Btw love the tail lights fun and hip.
Watching this while I eat lunch inside my ‘15 Cooper S
hi, can you do a comparison of the new polo gti 2018 vs mini cooper s 2018
dz gaming dzair They aren’t even in the same price range. So that wouldn’t be fair .
i´d love to have a manual but i came for the video to see the impressions about the dct.... the biggest change..... dissapointed
I don’t get who thinks them rear lights are naf there acc peng tho ngl 😍
Is that the same box and Engine as in the F30 BMW 3 series...?👀
Quentin Wilson did the voice over?
The name on the side just happens to be the name of the best Mini dealer too...
When he said Minis have ALWAYS been great, i cringed.
Guess he has never had to deal with a long term r56s then.
Thermostat failures, timing chain guide failures, high pressure fuel pump failures, valves that need to be walnut blasted, leaky oil filter housings, expansion tank failures, leaks oil, leaks coolant, yup those motors are great.
I have spent more money keeping my S on the road, than i paid for it
James Batchelor as do i. And if you have not had any of these issues, you should contact mini. Because you own the R56s UNICORN
Love the tails light! :P
I'm new here, i think this guy is carbuyer reviewer.
they should put a better manual gearbox in the Mini's, and really, rev matching???!
Underneath the hipster chic, you always suspected the Mini had a bad case of small car syndrome. Well, now the flat whites and ironic power pop are out, and the roll cage, carbon fiber interior and turbo charged four-cylinder are in. Just don't mention its height.
Fork it .. Why would mini switch it to DCT ?
Not really a review though is it? Just blurb about the car. I have the new Cooper S but if I saw this review first I may not have got it.
Yeah hardly in-depth test drove one today man it pulls like a train!
Saw James, wrote comment, closed video.
James Batchelor no problem.
vladimir j. paul - must be hard trying to find a job since Woolworths closed! Jealous coz you ain’t him!
Seen Through Haggis
No you didn't! You made another comment. Just saying😁
Steve Wilson Yes but that’s because I get notifications to tell me someone has responded and i pause it on the advert before the video starts.
I paused it at 1 second, just be sure then read this comment. You saved my ears from torture.
Is it me (I'm getting old) or does this presenter have a lot of the Quentin Wilson about him? So much so that I thought this was an impersonation video. The voice is uncanny. The way in which the sentences are delivered are of mimicking quality. I enjoy the video. For the wrong reasons perhaps. Am I the only one watching this with the nostalgic thought of Quentin Wilson on Top gear in the mid 90's? I'm showing my age but my word the similarities are present.
Them rear lights would stop me from buying that car. I love my flag but I don’t want it on my car
I am interested in a Mini however the new ones are no longer “mini”. I think after 2013 they started making the models bigger
jb7 people can't seem to understand that mini is a brand and not the size of the car. The very first Minis were small but nobody would buy something that small now, they have to be practical. Still a small car compared to others although the supercharged R53 mini was the best and looked better.
Eu safety regulations after 2017 or 2016, new cars had to have pedestrian friendly bonnets and bumpers, hence the extra length.
Just like my Verloster Turbo on my channel
it’s so expensive 😭😭
I heard “funnest.”🧐 I can think of many adjectives you could have used in that case. 🤦🏾♂️ You are English. You are supposed to preserve the English language and not aid in its demise. 😅 Otherwise, great review! 👍🏾 This could be my next car - HOPEFULLY. 🤞🏾
It’s same !
Cuuuuute.
still bigger than a Fiat UNO and a Polo.
capitán_ camote_picante and quite a lot more expensive
people can't seem to understand that mini is a brand and not the size of the car. The very first Minis were small but nobody would buy something that small now, they have to be practical. Still a small car compared to others although the supercharged R53 mini was the best and looked better.
There should be Scottish Flag ones, also Welsh and Irish ones as well!, yeah, am taking the Urine, they are a bit naff, if your doing this to a Car your not a Car enthusiast, your a fashionista.....!🤔😎
cool
Not james again .
paul smith - seems like you got 99 problems and James is one!
Just a wanna be Clarkson
saw a cool video, clicked on it, saw James, switched off immediately...
you're nice
Budget Quentin Wilson is a bit grating.
this is a Macro not a Mini
Sorry. BMW ruined this car just like it did every other car in its lineup besides the true Ms
1st
I don't wanna sound like a typical TH-cam Troll but please no more videos with James.
those lights are AWFUL
stopped at 1:00, cant carry on with the presenter, never watched this guy before and i will avoid him in any future video. thank you
So they not mentioned the bmw mini engine what destroy themselves what a appalling review
This guy sounds like he is trying too hard to be like Quentin Wilson.
Fire James he’s trying way to hard now that he finally realized he’s boring.
What a cringy car it has become.