In Depth Tour of my 2008 Mini Cooper S
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ม.ค. 2025
- I give you a very detailed look at my 2008 Mini Cooper S. I go over all of the features and show how everything on the car works. Stay tuned for more videos of the Mini!
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A great, thorough overview my friend, glad to see you're enjoying the Mini! Best wishes for many years of happy motoring!!!
Kyllee :)
Nice job! subaruwrxfan ***** approves! :)
Thank you Kyle!!!
subaruwrxfan great choice, anyone that loves to drive needs to own a MINI.
Holy Shit its saab kyle!! :0
YES! Owner of 2012 Mini Cooper S here. These cars drive like go carts and are insanely fun and easy to drive. All of my friends love it especially when I drive through windy roads. Overall great car.
Looks great Matt! Starting to grow a liking for the mini now! Turbo=Love
ThatKidinblue
peugeot 207 gti (or rc where i live ) , it has the same bmw engine and in my opinion it looks more beasty lol, i have a black one
TheMadIsReal True that. I was indifferent to the MINI until I test drove one and ultimately bought it on the spot. Such a fun and capable car. When you drive a MINI you can't help but drive like a hooligan!
I miss this😓 Matt and Tj talking
So when is the mini coming to the channel 👀 not like you can’t afford one.
it's amazing how much BMW is in this. The two LCD's on the tach as well as their functions are identical to my 2006 3 series
Not surprising given that they are BMWs.
Crazy how a bmw has bmw parts
Getting a 2008 manual mini cooper s here in Beirut, Lebanon. This video was the perfect tour! Can't wait to have my badass dark silver miniSUPER.
Just purchased a 2008 Cooper S and this review is very good
Allan Provost really helped me decide what to buy, I now own the same model
do you still own it and is it still running well im looking to buy a 2009 as my first car
i like how your license plate says wrx fan on a mini from a mitsubishi dealership
Dylan Jønes |-/
Lol I have a got one of them as well wrx . I just don't get why it a got S on the back but yet that one is turbocharged not supercharged so don't make sense iver lol
Im either getting a cooper or a 350 z they both just make me smile when i see em
zuh Dude, that's really funny. I'm trying to make up my mind on my first car, and my two primary options are those two cars exactly!
They are nice, indeed.
Two completely different cars too LOL
Same!thats so crazy i want a 350 or a mini lmao
Mini Coopers are great cars! I had an R 53 and I loved it! The supercharger whine was a treat to my ears every time I drove it. I would definitely buy another one. Most likely an 06. Anyone who makes fun of Mini Coopers clearly hasn't drove one. They're not meant to be the fastest cars in the world or straight line monsters. Where they shine is a nice low traffic back road with plenty of curves. Congratulations Matt
Why would you go for the 06 version specifically? Im looking to buy one and Ive found one from 06 with a supercharger. The car looks straight, but Ive heard the first gen models with superchargers are a bit more costly than the second gen turbo models. Could you please advise me on this thing. Thanks!
My two cousins are absolute Mini fanatics! They have an entire warehouse full of absolutely every model they have ever built, from like the 50s up untill now, even the most rarest ones, like the Jeep version for example.
Thanks for the tour Matt... Just waiting for my delivery of my newly purchased 2008 Cooper S. Allan Penticton, BC Canada
You know you're from PA when you think 61 degrees is a warm enough day that calls for air conditioning. Great review sir!
I believe this is one of the first videos Matt did that "launched" his channel. I've just re-watched it - the detail and enthusiasm makes Matt a great TH-cam moto-journalist / reviewer...
Looking to buy a Mcs R56 and this is by far the best ever in depth tour of the car!
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!
Hey Matt! I figured I should tell you as I am at the part of the video where you show the window switches. But as I notice that the switches are kind of the same in my step-dad's Porsche I want to let you know that to fine tune where you want the window to be (and it may be different since the mini obviously isnt a porsche) you have to hold it down and then lift your finger off the switch when the window is where you want it! If its not too much of a hassle you should try it and see if it in fact does work that way! So far in the video so good! I'm about 30 minutes in!
Great walkaround video. Clean those tail black tail pipes. You can take those caps off and use some steel wool to polish them back to shiny chrome. There is a hex set screw on the bottom of each tail pipe cover.
Great video my friend... just bought my mini and I've learned a lot of things with your video...thanks!
I drove a 2007 mini the other day and I loved it. Now I want one.
Picking mine up tomorrow!!!! So happy!
Allen Gonzalez
How's your Mini coming along??
Bernard Rodriguez extremely well, put almost 2K miles on it and running like a champ at 141K miles
Allen Gonzalez
That's awesome. I'm glad you're enjoying your ride!
What is your take on all the bad feedback that the Mini gets for its (un)reliability?
Bernard Rodriguez I bought a 2008 Mini with 139K for $3,400. Mint condition leather interior nav 6 speed. Not a single issue, just check service screen to see when service is due
Allen Gonzalez
Incredible. I would really love to purchase one of these vehicles but, at least through written reviews, many people seem extremely dissatisfied by the Mini.
Wow the start up procedure is pretty awesome.
I like how your car is a Mini while your plate frame is Mitsubishi and the number plate is WRX FAN..
Well south park mitsubishi is the dealership he got the car from so of course the frame is going to be from that lol
SteveOTheMan16
It's pretty ironic though
skronybonnie n
I'm picking up a 2008 Cooper S today!
I hope you have an extended warranty.
Juan Pablo Rivera how is it?
I will go tomorrow wish me luck
Lots of luck with the car!
Love the car. Props for having the balls to drive a mini, a lot of the egotistical people from around where I live definitely don't. Bravo, nice car.
Rich kids be typing "Why did you get a Mini Cooper?!" As they are shouting to mommy for the credit card. Hat to the side, in a bimmer or lexus rolling through the burbs.. Thug life.
Yo!! This video changed the way I view Mini Coopers and now I like them! Actually I want one now! Great video as always!! Been a subscriber a year strong!
61 degrees is warm there!?!? That's ICE COLD here in Florida! We turn on the heater and bring out the jackets!
Great video. This is exactly the video I've been searching for the past week. I'm looking to buy the R56 and I feel like I know the car inside and out because of this video. Thanks
Lol I'm interested in buying a 2008 mini cooper s and i thought to myself. I wonder if subaruwrxfan has made a rewiev video about this car. Then i come here and find it 1st on the search list haha thanks alot.
Jeez, you weren't kidding about In Depth! Still waiting all of it
Hi Matt! I absolutely heart your car! Down under these Minis are actually really expensive & I have been waiting a few years to get one myself. I have had a 08 v6 engine car for a long time. I think as JLeno said recently, realistically its not often u can use all the HP in a big car. But u can in a mini 24/7. Enjoy x keep making vids.
I LOVED Mini's ever since watching The Italian Job !
Just test drove a Mini Cooper. I owned a couple of the original minis back in England and loved them. I was glad to see they kept the character of the minis. Certainly felt like I was driving a mini! Unfortunately there are some reliability issues still with them and they are not easy to work on due to the cramped engine bay. Nice cars though if you dont need extra room.
i got a 2012 r56, good model man I loved Minis immediately when i test drove it. Hope you have a good time with it. Cheers
I'm amazed with how you are so positive and strong about trading your brz in for the cooper because financial issues. Take care and work hard man! Nice reviews
Cool little car. Always liked the mini. Always see them on scenic road trips near the coast or in the hills. Looks like a blast to drive on a curvy or sweeping. My fun car is WRX.
"I'm gonna turn the AC on real quick it's a warm day" *temperature reads 61*
big windows and a huge sunroof in a small car. Its basically a greenhouse. They got hot inside.
That's warm for us snow creatures of the northern midwest/northeast.
@@castin5244 that's cold for me. The lowest I'll be okay with is 75. I live in Florida btw
Mia N I knew you were from Florida before I even finished the sentence. My cousin down their had a winter coat on for like 53°, 12° for Floridians. Lol
I'm just about to buy my first ever mini. it's a red cooper s. Can't wait to drive it down our British country lanes.
My parents had an 05 S, I love these cars. I think the sound of the stock 05's sounded better than these. Maybe you could make the turbo whistle apparent on these newer ones, but the sound of the supercharger whine and an overall better sounding exhaust made it so tempting to put your foot in it. Either way, its an awesome car, I hope you're having fun with it!
Thanks for the tour of your Mini CooperS.Gave me a general idea of how one looks and operates since i maybe upgrading to a Mini or a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE from a 2001 Corolla😊
Great Job, thank you! I just got my 2008 Mini S here in 2024 with 100k miles.
oh hell yeah, 45 minutes, this is what im talking about. im going to enjoy this
that is by far the most awesome key i have ever seen!
Just purchased an immaculate Cooper S from 2007 year before this one but same R56 second generation.....it is simply like a rocket ship when the turbo kicks in.
This is becoming the Mini channel.
12:45 - A squeaky arm rest gives a car character. Lmfao
"It's a hot day I'm going to turn the ac on" temp reads 61 degrees, then his climate control is 68
GG WP
Greenhouse effect
As always, nice job Matt. Remember your BRZ in depth review and it showed things other channels didn't. The same goes with this in depth review. If possible, do more in depth reviews with cars others than your own. Thanks :)
I never thought I'd ever say this, but you made me want a mini...
im 14 and that BRZ review video made me fall in love with it and im now saving up for one :) I like the mini too! Keep it up
I'm 13 and I still haven't come to a decision on the car I want it's between the Honda s2000 or the Nissan 300zx Twin turbo.
nice
Man those things are unique. Ive never been a mini fan, always thought they were ugly but definitely different.
I am considering getting one but reviews online seem to be more on the negative side. do you recommend this car? What are the pros and cons? Thanks!
First mod exhaust :D they have a wicked sound waiting to be unleashed
Excellent review!! You taught me a lot about my Mini Cooper S.....Muchly appreciated......Take care and safe drives!!!
28:58 You can set one of those controls for your hidden nitrous bottle. :D Anyways, very nice in depth tour of the Mini. Your car looks great, but it'll be a lot better once you get an exhaust upgrade and your Cooper S sounds more sporty. I'm sure you'll figure something out sooner or later with the exhaust. Cannot wait to see what future vids you'll come up with. Definitely loving your Mini Cooper so far, I think it was a great addition to your channel!
Man that's such a sweet car
Can you do an updated review of living with your mini !!! :)
I can dig it. If we didn't live in a state that got snow i'd say Stance that Mini!
Awesome video!! Do you still own your mini? I am thinking about purchasing a 2011 Cooper S, and was curious on the reliability and cost of maintenance if any on your Cooper S? Thanks
He does not.
It's never too late to watch! Nice review and a very clean mini.
i think i want a mini cooper as my first car
ThaT PlatinumHD I got a mini as my first car...only my second week with it but I love it!
ThaT PlatinumHD saaaaame.
ThaT PlatinumHD I got it as first car 2 months ago love it
I have a 2012 mini Cooper s and if you can get passed the reliability than it is an amazing car
@@calebhopkins7354 does the car have poor reliability? im looking to buy one but the maintenance cost is my main concern
Nice mini!
Looks like the previous owner took good care of it. Very low mileage for an 8-year-old car. Enjoy it. Looks like a fun and spiffy little vehicle.
Great looking car, I'm thinking of getting one myself once my lease is up, I'm really looking forward to the weekly updates on this.
what do you drive now?
2012 civic
Why did you get rid of it for the Stang?
I'm getting this car in 2 days and this was fantastic
nice. how do you like it?
40:01 Just because you bought a Mini doesn't mean you get to say "bonnet." lol
My first two mods would be exhaust and probably a lighter flywheel on a mini cooper s, because I notice the revs are a bit slow when returning back to idle
On of the best review i ever watched man
Mini coopers are so dope!!!!
I had an 07' R56...biggest POS I've ever had! 3 aux fuel pumps, fuel injector, frozen throttle, timing chain and MAP sensor. Loved it when it wasn't in the shop, oh well, that was 11 years as go and it went away during the winter of 2010.
Reminds me of the mk4 gold and etc they had a light that would kick on when the traction control would work
Thank you for the time and effort to do this. However, you didn't answer the one question I wanted to know. Can you totally block out the sun from the Pano-roof with the shade? You didn't show the roof shades. I have a 09 Jetta Sportwagen with glass roof and it drives me crazy that with the mesh shade closed how much sun and heat comes thru.
YESS!
i have been waiting for you to have the time to do this video.
Awesome!
Found your channel from this. Loving you so far!
35:45 YO WTF. That is revolutionary
I found your Chanel from the Nissan 370Z keep up the great work
2 years later, do you still own the car @subaruwrxfan?
Nope he has a mustang now
The mini looks good you May have convinced me into buying one for a bit of fun. Also I would like a review on the S3.
Car shopping. Trying to figure out which used car to get. Love these cars style and I want a manual.
Matt: This won’t be as long as Saabkyle04
Video: 45 minutes long, a small chrome vent on the side chrome with the S badge
I think you just helped me decide whether to buy Soul or a Mini. Great review man!
Great video man! Im looking to buy one of these on Tuesday so this vid helps!
are you gonna get an after market exhaust system?
we can only hope, lol
Thanks Matt this video has been very useful for when buying one of these cars thanks.
Great review. More in depth than a main dealer tour.👍
Almost bought an 08 Coopers S, ended up going with an 08 GTI:D Hope she treats you well:D
I love when you do long videos!
Good tour. Hope you keep updating with videos.
definitely buying one now
My sister bought a 2008 Mini Cooper S with 60,000 miles on it. Less than three months later the engine has siezed. They have major problems with timing chain tensioners, vacuum pumps, water pumps, oil consumption. Mini originally recommended oil changes at a ridiculous 15,000 miles. Recently revised to 10,000. If you wait more then 5,000 miles and don't keep a very close eye on the oil you will be in for an expensive engine replacement. Google Mini Cooper class action lawsuits.
I don't know why someone would go past 5,000 miles on the same oil of any car. I recommend 5,000 miles max.
Mjs S dude i change my oil every 3k miles and i run full synthetic. Never run your oil for longer than 5k. wonder why the car crapped out. probably was the lack of care
Mjs S Mini's parent company BMW recommends the same thing the last time I checked, 10/15k mile oil change intervals. Since Mini and BMW have free maintenance for 3-4years and 50k or so miles, the dealerships would only change the oil for free every 10-15k miles I believe. So, unless the first owner knew to change the oil every 5k miles and pay the extra money for regular oil changes, chances are many BMW/Mini products are going to have their issues because the free maintenance was on BMW/Mini's terms and not the customer.
I honestly never knew how badass minis were before this lol I always thought they were kinda cool but never this cool.
Amazing deep review, thanks!
Hey I'm 15 and really REALLY love cars and I like your Coop you should do a review on a john works Cooper
What types of upgrades do you think you will do? You probably wont do it but, new turbo? just a thought, and BLACK wheels.
Nice ride Matt. Looks like the dealership did a somewhat halfway decent detailing job on your car. Too bad they totally forgot to clean/polish those extremely filthy exhaust tips. Oh and just a suggestion, you should remove that dealership tag frame and replace it with a simple/plain black tag frame. Personally I'm a big fan of Altec Ital Premier series tag frames.
Good Luck with your Mini.
nice demo... I like your mini cooper s
I'm looking for my first car and I realllllllly want a Mini! Would you recommend this car or a different one? thanks!
if you get one be careful, get it checked out and either get a warranty, have somebody that knows how to work on cars help you or learn how to work on it.
I absolutely recommend You to buy one but an S one and a highly optioned one !
Nice in depth man, I appreciate what saabkyle does but I honestly prefer your voice/presentation. If you're going for the automotive journalist path I hope you make it
My friend has a cooper s and I definitely want one as a daily driver