lol I can't wait for you to review a Cobalt SS / SC .. I do like mini coopers but it was until around 2015 I realized they came supercharged but then converted to turbo... They are cool, I just wont buy one because of Size, since I am 6'2" which is also why I like bigger cars and will probably never buy a miata or anything small like that..
JLincDrums Go for it! Just make sure you know what problems may occur and what to look out for. If you find a well sorted one they are some of the best cars in the world!
I bought/traded 12 cars within 2 years looking for the perfect car for me. I went through VW GTis, Audis, a Miata, Chevy Cobalt, and a few others. I finally settled with a 2005 Mini Cooper S and I haven't had the urge at all to get rid of it. They're just so damn fun, quirky and unique.
Carter it feels stiffer in my opinion. maybe it's the throttle adjusting like you said but I never drive it in nonsport mode because it feels disgusting. lol
Hey Steven nice R56. I have a R58 JCW Manic Stg2+ and was wondering what you mods are? I'm sorry but 240hp is high for a S with out a tune. BTW were working on a MINI review channel. Would like to have you on if your coming out to MINI on The Dragon next month?
Mini Problems 240 at the crank! lol about 205ish at the wheels. it wasn't specified in the video and I didn't know about the Mini on the dragon but I'll try to make it out there! do you have a Facebook page?
Yeah I do have a FB. Look up Floyd Scott you should see my JCdub some where on my page. I'm big into MINI and I like making our presents known.lol BTW if you go Manic you Will have that 240who in no time.!!!
Safer than a go-cart and fun, which means that this is a great first car because it handles well - especially in winter - and is favorable with parents.
lol, you win the internet, my friend! i just took a random scroll throu the comments, saw that, was prepared for hate, flaming, lies, accusations, and just, whell, whining. but BAM, you delivered the asked for proof, no hassle, and everybody is happy haha :D no ''my uncles supra'' here! :D
One of the guys who works at a hire shop next door to my workplace has a widebody (I say widebody.. I guess it's more like super wide overfenders) Classic '94 Mini Cooper it's swapped with a Honda B18 and has an AWD conversion.. It's mental. I used to hate them with a passion, but his Mini has made me fall in love with them and their potential.
My g35 is in the shop so I got a rental and it's one of these. Speed isn't everything. These little cars are absolutely fun. They're not fast, but they feel fast due to power to weight ratio.
I owned a 2012 R56 S and traded it in for a WRX. I needed the space and extra doors. I miss it like hell. Now I have a 2017 C7 Grand Sport and frequently miss the MINI still. Definitely going to buy another one.
Thank you David for still reviewing other peoples car, alot of the other car channels kinda stopped doin it i assume since they got bigger they didnt feel the need to but, i preciate you for keeping with the content that got you started. Cheers.
I'm 6' 2" and love my 02 mini cooper S. they have alot of room and with just a pulley upgrade.and intake and exhaust the car just goes. love your review on the car greatly touched on all of the big keys and being one of those all mini cooper house holds we greatly agree with you on it. That's why Mini Takes The States exist for people like my family
I have a 2008 r56 Cooper S. Most of the main issues (recalls) were taken care of early on it it's life (30k miles), under warranty. The car is currently at 140,000 miles and everything that was repaired early in it's life, have not returned. My suggestion is to drive these cars, don't let them sit. I commute 120 mile round trip to work 5 times a week, this car has never left me stranded. Pay attention to the warning signs and address them asap, don't let leaks/noises go unchecked, it just makes things more expensive. Lose the run flats and the ride becomes bearable.
I got a buddy who is 6'7 that one's nothing else but 2 Mini Coopers ha, one turbo and one superchargered! Got me hooked on them after they handle like a good cart!
My first car was 1973 Mini 850cc. It was pretty spacious for its size then. It had the Speedo in the center too. It's a mini thing. It was a stick shift with a pretty solid clutch
I owned an 07 R56 Cooper S for 4.5 years until recently. It was a really fun car to drive and there's lots of options for customization. It really wasn't reliable though and I didn't even put that many miles on it (77,000km when I purchased and 107,000km when sold) every time I took it in for service the dealership always came back with a huge list of work they said needed doing and I always felt like they were trying to rip me off a bit too. The MINI is a great 2nd of 3rd car but as a daily driver I'd advise against it. I traded mine in for a BRZ though and love it!
Heel & Toe yeah the BMW dealership is the absolute worst for maintenance. They charge a very hefty premium for the parts... that you can get online a fraction of the cost, like $100 off in some cases and they still are 100% OEM. for example. they charge $250 for each injector (so x6) for my BMW n54 engine. I can get a whole set for that price!! You gotta do the work yourself on BMWs/MINI
I miss it a lot actually when I think about how fun it was to drive. Mine had a Q300 catback and a Manic Stage 1 tune, it was at about 16psi without its overboost feature kicking in, and it would hit spikes of 18-19 in overboost. It was making about 220fwhp which was plenty for the weight and was a solid little car. Plus the 2012 had the N18 motor so it didn't have any of the real bad issues the N14 motor from the 07-10 models did. Sadly I had to sell it though, because though it didn't carry those issue over, it wasn't without any. It was at my local dealership 8-10 times within the year and a half I owned it. Thermostat breaking twice, HPFP needing replacing twice, and my seat popped off its rails while I was driving! Bent the rails when it came out. Dealership wanted to charge me $800 for a new seat with new rails because they said it was my fault lol. Ended up having to fix that myself. The killer that made me pull the trigger on selling it was an issue with the sunroof drain, where it would clog and get backed-up and leak water into the cubby area where the main computer for the interior/dash which was located in the driver footwell. If the water damaged it or shorted it out, it would end up costing almost $2500 to replace as the dealer would need to rewire EVERYTHING. I pulled the panel off it one rainy day and saw water. I made a decision right then and there to get rid of it as fast as possible. Then bought a 2016 WRX and haven't looked back since.
Im rolling my mini summer only, and maintain it the more as I can. The car still very healthy and never put me in trouble in 5 years. 2005-2006 R53 are known to be more reliable than the 2001-2004. Maybe one day i will have no choice to put an amount of money into it, but untill this moment, I just enjoy it, this car makes everyday better! Dont go with a mini if you want nothing more than go from Point A to point B. Dont go with a Mini if an harsh ride makes you angry. If you really want a Mini, nothing gonna make you change your mind.
6' 0" , 2009 R57 (Base) , 7 years with only the thermostat failing on me recently (known issue). It's very responsive and smooth, hope to have it for life. I'd like to add, though, the tires really only touch the fender if you lower the suspension (I haven't, so no scraping so far).
The bolt pattern is 4x100 so you can also put any aftermarket wheel for older Honda/Acura models. 4x100 is a pretty common pattern. I guess the only thing you would have to worry about is the wheel offset. I love the look of the 949Racing 6UL wheels.
my wife and i had an R53 - a supercharged 2004 cooper s in british racing green, and we regularly refer to that car as the best mistake we ever made. we ended up selling it to get out of debt after we were given another car, but since that moment we've missed it. they do develop intractable rattles in the interior, but i don't think that should be a deal breaker for anyone.
Interesting to hear other peoples perspective on the driving position. I bought a 2008 R56 less than a year ago, and coming from a Porsche 944 and 951 the mini is high, you sit up right and visibility is terrible in comparison. That being said the mini is a blast and I love it!
I have a 2002 Mini Cooper non S, not that quick but on turns it feels so rigid, it sort of reminds me of a CRX I had long ago but better cornering. Either ways I LOVE it, had it for 6 months so far, zero issues, feels nice. Previous owner kept it in good condition, only had 117000 kms on it when I bought it. I've always been into the low weight rather then high HP, but would love to get it up in the 150 hp area. So far it's at 115 I think, but only weighing 2400 lbs, you feel the pull, 1st gear is very long which I like... I recommend the Mini Cooper
I own a 2003 Stanced Mini Cooper S. It only has 1 exhaust that can fit my whole arm in. Also if you rev it at 4000 rpm and let off, it does pop and crackle which satisfies me at the same time
ah, the mini cooper s. my first car was a 2003 cooper s. i had no idea what i was getting into but $4000 later within the first year of repairs and i had to let it go. i feel like someday i'll get that itch to get another one someday but i hope i get a good one this time...if such a thing exists
I can't wait to start tuning my 07 MCS. Power mods are pretty scarce and can't bank crazy power with pretty pricey parts so I want to start with wider wheels, tires, sways and brakes. It drinks oil like a pig so first I have to sort that out. Bulletproof? No. Fun as all hell? You fucking know it!! Thanks for the fun review David!!
You said that the torque steer was manageable. It may have been in that instance but a lot of the time it isn't in the Cooper S. I essentially learned how to drive in my mom's Cooper S and I remember it being one of the most unpredictable cars I've ever driven. Ever tiny bump sends the steering wheel from side to side sporadically lol.
rootytootbananaboy I've never had that issue in this mini. but I learned how to drive in a 93 Miata so it was alot worse. lol my mom's mazda3 has terrible torque steer compared to this car as well
though about getting a mini before i picked up my miata i really liked them but the reliability scared me ive heard alot of horror stories from these cars even with its incredible warranty. so i decided to pass but i do love them, so maybe next time ill try it out. until then ill love my yata
Ya we probably would of gotten one if it wasn't for the fact that we found the 1995 na miata with 46k for half the price it was too good of a deal to pass up
cars67833 same reason I won't get one. My friend has a cooper, and honestly while I like it and his has been reliable, it really didn't seem very well built.
Diarmuid Marsden also when we went to drive one although it was amazing around the corners because I was coming off a 1971 vw super beetle with a clutch that was extreamy heavy I botched a gearshift because of the placement of the reverse gear (I kept thinking I was in reverse) And although I had definitely rosted the clutch it wasent that bad but I then smelled clutch the entire 20 min test drive so it made me nervous about the longevity of it also ive never botched the miata like I did the mini I may have stalled once or twice but overall it was much easier.
***** superbeetles are cool, and so are mx5s. Also david says they're spacious, but for the size they are they really aren't. I mean a 500 is a much smaller car than the mini, and in terms of use of space, the 500 is pretty bad imo. For the mini there's plenty of space in the front, but in the back it's pretty cramped and uncomfortable. That said the interior is quite nice, with some nice colour combos available as well.
6’3 and I own a Mini Cooper s, I haven’t driven in yet as I’m 14 and I’m learning manual. I fit fine in the car, but the steering wheel has to be raised a bit and I struggle to get out of the car
they offered a speedometer that would sit right next to the ranch on the wheel. they also offer an arm rest which is on of my biggest complaints about the interior on most minis people own.
Loved my old R56 Justa. You just need to buy the right year and mileage. 05-06, 11-13, or the new F56 generation. Avoid anything 50k+ and try to get it inspected before buying and a warranty is a huge plus. Super fun cars but not totally reliable.
I was first introduced to the mini coopers when my dad traded in our Honda Odyssey for a '05 Cooper S (Supercharged). Sadly, some dipshit rear ended it going 50 mph. Luckily my dad was ok, and the car stood up great to the accident, but it was still totaled. Then he bought an '06 civic Si, but he missed the Mini so much that he traded in the Si for an '09 Cooper S (Turbo) that we still own today. The '09 Cooper S was the car that I learned how to drive manual in, and i actually found it easier to drive in sport mode for some reason. So far, the only thing major that I had to replace on it was the thermostat/housing and it was a bitch to replace, but so far, the car is still running well with no issues.
I have a 2003 mini cooper s. magna flow exhaust k&n cool air intake. I want to make my car louder and faster. I know the pulley reduction would help but what else would help?
Hold on, 240hp at 12psi? As a Mini owner that sounds wrong, unless there's an upgraded turbo on there, which I highly doubt. Stock these make like 180hp
Carter yeah that doesn't sound right at all. They're at 10psi when stock. So 60-70hp with just 2psi? Definitely not. Bee Rice yeah the n14 only revs to 6500rpms. And they have less displacement. 2 ways of making more n/a power, increase displacement or increase revs. That's how Hondas make their power. More revs.
Old Volkswagen Golfs and Sciroccos have the go kart feeling as well, but if you're too tall you won't be able to fit in them...I'm getting too tall for my Scirocco. Guess I'm going to buy a Mini for a next car :P
It might be a Mini, but the smiles that it creates are not.
Thanks for watching! Do you dig mini coopers?
Yeah man, use to have an 07 supercharged one. Best tiny car ever.
Next car I plan on buying.
lol I can't wait for you to review a Cobalt SS / SC .. I do like mini coopers but it was until around 2015 I realized they came supercharged but then converted to turbo... They are cool, I just wont buy one because of Size, since I am 6'2" which is also why I like bigger cars and will probably never buy a miata or anything small like that..
ThatDudeinBlue I was going to buy one until I bought an Alfa Romeo in Atlanta way better than wrong wheel drive.
JLincDrums Go for it! Just make sure you know what problems may occur and what to look out for. If you find a well sorted one they are some of the best cars in the world!
I bought/traded 12 cars within 2 years looking for the perfect car for me. I went through VW GTis, Audis, a Miata, Chevy Cobalt, and a few others. I finally settled with a 2005 Mini Cooper S and I haven't had the urge at all to get rid of it. They're just so damn fun, quirky and unique.
I am 6'7" and I don't even have my seat all the way back in my 03 Cooper s, quite honestly there is more room than in my WRX 😂
Alex Hewgill there's actually a lot of room in the original Mini too.
I'm 6'1'' and my 13 Cooper build suits me just fine too. It's my little sleeper with an aftermarket turbo kit but all stock exterior
I have a 2003 non s, but I'm only 5'10"
I’m 6’3 and that was my worry about the car but if whatchu saying is true then I’m most def copping a Cooper s
Alex Hewgill it’s kinda like an oxymoron
The clutch does NOT get stiffer in sport mode. The steering gets heavier and the throttle becomes more linear, but that's it.
Carter it feels stiffer in my opinion. maybe it's the throttle adjusting like you said but I never drive it in nonsport mode because it feels disgusting. lol
I had a 300hp R56. They're all turbo but nonetheless amazing handling and plenty of power. The new ones with the 2 liter engine are even better
And more reliable 😅
that's my car :D thanks for the review man!
Hey Steven nice R56. I have a R58 JCW Manic Stg2+ and was wondering what you mods are? I'm sorry but 240hp is high for a S with out a tune. BTW were working on a MINI review channel. Would like to have you on if your coming out to MINI on The Dragon next month?
Mini Problems 240 at the crank! lol about 205ish at the wheels. it wasn't specified in the video and I didn't know about the Mini on the dragon but I'll try to make it out there! do you have a Facebook page?
Aye Phteven
Yeah I do have a FB. Look up Floyd Scott you should see my JCdub some where on my page. I'm big into MINI and I like making our presents known.lol BTW if you go Manic you Will have that 240who in no time.!!!
Clearly TropicalPunch was right
Safer than a go-cart and fun, which means that this is a great first car because it handles well - especially in winter - and is favorable with parents.
I daily a flame throwing Stage 2 2011 Mini Cooper S. Love it more than any other car I've ever driven.
UnlinealHand Very fun cars, I have a stock '08 S, even that is ridiculous fun.
would bee nice to see a video about it
Here you go: watch?v=4P-7L0MVu7M&ab_channel=JR14
No flames in the video but my instagram has a few shots @nbombowsky
lol, you win the internet, my friend! i just took a random scroll throu the comments, saw that, was prepared for hate, flaming, lies, accusations, and just, whell, whining. but BAM, you delivered the asked for proof, no hassle, and everybody is happy haha :D no ''my uncles supra'' here! :D
UnlinealHand pfft , yea man , flame throwing and getting no where fast
Great review...I bought my optioned JCW new in 2004...I'm not selling it and I'm still smiling....best car I've owned and I'm a young 62!
We're one of those families you're talking about! My dad got all 3 generations of cooper S' hahaha! R53 for me, R56 for him, F56 for mom!
One of the guys who works at a hire shop next door to my workplace has a widebody (I say widebody.. I guess it's more like super wide overfenders) Classic '94 Mini Cooper it's swapped with a Honda B18 and has an AWD conversion.. It's mental. I used to hate them with a passion, but his Mini has made me fall in love with them and their potential.
Production cars that have a rally spec brother are usually dope af.
I had a 2008 mini s with the jcw side skirts... sadly i accidentally totalled it... man i really loved that car.
My g35 is in the shop so I got a rental and it's one of these. Speed isn't everything. These little cars are absolutely fun. They're not fast, but they feel fast due to power to weight ratio.
Just got a cooper S 2012, with almost 35k miles on it. Never been happier :)
I owned a 2012 R56 S and traded it in for a WRX. I needed the space and extra doors. I miss it like hell. Now I have a 2017 C7 Grand Sport and frequently miss the MINI still. Definitely going to buy another one.
Haha, that sticker on the back side window is cute!
you're cute!
Sarah -n- Tuned thanks :D
I love my 08 Cooper S Clubman. It is just like he said; a street legal go kart.
Thank you David for still reviewing other peoples car, alot of the other car channels kinda stopped doin it i assume since they got bigger they didnt feel the need to but, i preciate you for keeping with the content that got you started. Cheers.
I'm 6' 2" and love my 02 mini cooper S. they have alot of room and with just a pulley upgrade.and intake and exhaust the car just goes. love your review on the car greatly touched on all of the big keys and being one of those all mini cooper house holds we greatly agree with you on it. That's why Mini Takes The States exist for people like my family
I have a 2008 r56 Cooper S. Most of the main issues (recalls) were taken care of early on it it's life (30k miles), under warranty. The car is currently at 140,000 miles and everything that was repaired early in it's life, have not returned. My suggestion is to drive these cars, don't let them sit. I commute 120 mile round trip to work 5 times a week, this car has never left me stranded. Pay attention to the warning signs and address them asap, don't let leaks/noises go unchecked, it just makes things more expensive. Lose the run flats and the ride becomes bearable.
I own a 2012 Cooper S with some basic bolt on mods and coilovers. It's my DD and is a hell of a lot of fun.
I got a buddy who is 6'7 that one's nothing else but 2 Mini Coopers ha, one turbo and one superchargered! Got me hooked on them after they handle like a good cart!
Ha no i am 6'4 and took plenty rides in the Mini Cooper, very comfortable and roomy for something so small!
6' 3" in a 2011. Great accommodation for tall people in the front. Not so much in the back.
MINI GANG! Best car I've ever owned so much fun
My first car was 1973 Mini 850cc. It was pretty spacious for its size then. It had the Speedo in the center too. It's a mini thing. It was a stick shift with a pretty solid clutch
I love the sound of these cars. I'd definitely get a bigger turbo though! It may be laggin but it's more smiles per gallon!👌
I own a 2005 mini copper s r53! Very nice car
Adham Media I also have an 05 R53.
Adham Media R53 for the win
my r53 just blew the motor yesterday... I feel so lost.
I hav an 04 R53 Cooper S.. No problems so far after a year
Dude third times the charm GET OUT
I owned an 07 R56 Cooper S for 4.5 years until recently. It was a really fun car to drive and there's lots of options for customization. It really wasn't reliable though and I didn't even put that many miles on it (77,000km when I purchased and 107,000km when sold) every time I took it in for service the dealership always came back with a huge list of work they said needed doing and I always felt like they were trying to rip me off a bit too. The MINI is a great 2nd of 3rd car but as a daily driver I'd advise against it. I traded mine in for a BRZ though and love it!
Heel & Toe yeah the BMW dealership is the absolute worst for maintenance. They charge a very hefty premium for the parts... that you can get online a fraction of the cost, like $100 off in some cases and they still are 100% OEM. for example. they charge $250 for each injector (so x6) for my BMW n54 engine. I can get a whole set for that price!! You gotta do the work yourself on BMWs/MINI
I really like the style of these older mini's. Wouldn't mind having this as a daily fuel saver beside my mustang!
Been waiting for a small hatchback car review, just because that's what we're all about over the pond
If you ever come to the UK id love to show you my Classic mini from 1993 with a fully built engine!! nice review David
You finally did a mini! I had a 2012 Cooper S as my previous DD
do you miss it ?
I miss it a lot actually when I think about how fun it was to drive. Mine had a Q300 catback and a Manic Stage 1 tune, it was at about 16psi without its overboost feature kicking in, and it would hit spikes of 18-19 in overboost. It was making about 220fwhp which was plenty for the weight and was a solid little car. Plus the 2012 had the N18 motor so it didn't have any of the real bad issues the N14 motor from the 07-10 models did. Sadly I had to sell it though, because though it didn't carry those issue over, it wasn't without any. It was at my local dealership 8-10 times within the year and a half I owned it. Thermostat breaking twice, HPFP needing replacing twice, and my seat popped off its rails while I was driving! Bent the rails when it came out. Dealership wanted to charge me $800 for a new seat with new rails because they said it was my fault lol. Ended up having to fix that myself. The killer that made me pull the trigger on selling it was an issue with the sunroof drain, where it would clog and get backed-up and leak water into the cubby area where the main computer for the interior/dash which was located in the driver footwell. If the water damaged it or shorted it out, it would end up costing almost $2500 to replace as the dealer would need to rewire EVERYTHING. I pulled the panel off it one rainy day and saw water. I made a decision right then and there to get rid of it as fast as possible. Then bought a 2016 WRX and haven't looked back since.
Im rolling my mini summer only, and maintain it the more as I can. The car still very healthy and never put me in trouble in 5 years. 2005-2006 R53 are known to be more reliable than the 2001-2004. Maybe one day i will have no choice to put an amount of money into it, but untill this moment, I just enjoy it, this car makes everyday better! Dont go with a mini if you want nothing more than go from Point A to point B. Dont go with a Mini if an harsh ride makes you angry. If you really want a Mini, nothing gonna make you change your mind.
6' 0" , 2009 R57 (Base) , 7 years with only the thermostat failing on me recently (known issue). It's very responsive and smooth, hope to have it for life. I'd like to add, though, the tires really only touch the fender if you lower the suspension (I haven't, so no scraping so far).
MIatas , mini coopers and early civic share the same 4x100 bolt pattern and most wheels are interchangeable.
I was just watching reviews of these last night! Crazy!
The bolt pattern is 4x100 so you can also put any aftermarket wheel for older Honda/Acura models. 4x100 is a pretty common pattern. I guess the only thing you would have to worry about is the wheel offset. I love the look of the 949Racing 6UL wheels.
wackomanx thanks man! I've had my eye on them since I had a Miata a couple years ago and had to get them on the Mini. lol
Hub bore size is different, need rings I think
my wife and i had an R53 - a supercharged 2004 cooper s in british racing green, and we regularly refer to that car as the best mistake we ever made. we ended up selling it to get out of debt after we were given another car, but since that moment we've missed it. they do develop intractable rattles in the interior, but i don't think that should be a deal breaker for anyone.
Interesting to hear other peoples perspective on the driving position. I bought a 2008 R56 less than a year ago, and coming from a Porsche 944 and 951 the mini is high, you sit up right and visibility is terrible in comparison. That being said the mini is a blast and I love it!
I have a 2002 Mini Cooper non S, not that quick but on turns it feels so rigid, it sort of reminds me of a CRX I had long ago but better cornering. Either ways I LOVE it, had it for 6 months so far, zero issues, feels nice. Previous owner kept it in good condition, only had 117000 kms on it when I bought it. I've always been into the low weight rather then high HP, but would love to get it up in the 150 hp area. So far it's at 115 I think, but only weighing 2400 lbs, you feel the pull, 1st gear is very long which I like... I recommend the Mini Cooper
Mini gang FTW
I own a 2003 Stanced Mini Cooper S. It only has 1 exhaust that can fit my whole arm in. Also if you rev it at 4000 rpm and let off, it does pop and crackle which satisfies me at the same time
ah, the mini cooper s. my first car was a 2003 cooper s. i had no idea what i was getting into but $4000 later within the first year of repairs and i had to let it go. i feel like someday i'll get that itch to get another one someday but i hope i get a good one this time...if such a thing exists
THANKYOU! I have been asking on every review video for a MINI haha
Need more footage of the actual cars. You review some badass rides all the time but I feel like action shots and sounds are neglected
Loved this review! I have the JCW version of the one you drove and it makes me so happy. They don't get enough love I, cheers for the exposure bro.
I've never loved anything more then I love this channel
I can't wait to start tuning my 07 MCS. Power mods are pretty scarce and can't bank crazy power with pretty pricey parts so I want to start with wider wheels, tires, sways and brakes. It drinks oil like a pig so first I have to sort that out. Bulletproof? No. Fun as all hell? You fucking know it!! Thanks for the fun review David!!
So fancy?
SEWWW FAUNSEHHHH
SEWWWW FAUNSEHHHHHH, SOOO BRITISH (GERMAN)
SEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWWWWWWW FAUUUNSEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
ooh soooooo faunseyyyyy
RCR FANS ????!!!!
It's sewwww fawnsehhhh, I think my Porsche parts might fit
love my 07! Just got it tuned and it's loads of fun.
I'm 6'2 and i fit in my mini great. I have a 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman S and I love it.
I only saw the title and was hoping it was Nicole's Mini lol
Eventually!
was that now ? ;)
You said that the torque steer was manageable. It may have been in that instance but a lot of the time it isn't in the Cooper S. I essentially learned how to drive in my mom's Cooper S and I remember it being one of the most unpredictable cars I've ever driven. Ever tiny bump sends the steering wheel from side to side sporadically lol.
rootytootbananaboy I've never had that issue in this mini. but I learned how to drive in a 93 Miata so it was alot worse. lol my mom's mazda3 has terrible torque steer compared to this car as well
David i have been waiting so long for this! i love my mini!
I enjoyed your commentary/ video. I would love to have a mini🤗. BTW... you were very pleasant while explaining. Glad you had fun😁.
I currently drive a 2016 veloster Turbo auto...so bored of the car, would I enjoy a shifter awd Turbo mini? Previous cars 300zx and a vette.
Someone likes his RCR memes
Glad to finally see some Mini love. Mine has been the greatest joy/PITA.
though about getting a mini before i picked up my miata i really liked them but the reliability scared me ive heard alot of horror stories from these cars even with its incredible warranty. so i decided to pass but i do love them, so maybe next time ill try it out. until then ill love my yata
cars67833 I've heard that the ones after 2012 I think are much better.
Ya we probably would of gotten one if it wasn't for the fact that we found the 1995 na miata with 46k for half the price it was too good of a deal to pass up
cars67833 same reason I won't get one. My friend has a cooper, and honestly while I like it and his has been reliable, it really didn't seem very well built.
Diarmuid Marsden also when we went to drive one although it was amazing around the corners because I was coming off a 1971 vw super beetle with a clutch that was extreamy heavy I botched a gearshift because of the placement of the reverse gear (I kept thinking I was in reverse)
And although I had definitely rosted the clutch it wasent that bad but I then smelled clutch the entire 20 min test drive so it made me nervous about the longevity of it also ive never botched the miata like I did the mini I may have stalled once or twice but overall it was much easier.
***** superbeetles are cool, and so are mx5s. Also david says they're spacious, but for the size they are they really aren't. I mean a 500 is a much smaller car than the mini, and in terms of use of space, the 500 is pretty bad imo. For the mini there's plenty of space in the front, but in the back it's pretty cramped and uncomfortable. That said the interior is quite nice, with some nice colour combos available as well.
What is faster Hot or cold? Hot, because you can catch a cold.
Brad Chadster lol
I use to hate mini coopers but since I drove one with a turbo I liked it
I miss my R56 every day, sold is last year because I couldn't fit two kids in it. Also i'm 6'7'' and the mini was the biggest car i've ever drove.
I smiled when you said entire families with mini coopers... We have 3
Finally someone who gets minis
Love your videos dude, I always come thru to watch and enjoy!
How does the car compare to a Fiesta ST? Similar engines and platform. Wondering how they compare.
Ryan Vignogna I'm a fiesta fan. I'd love to see a head to head
Fiesta is probably more reliable and has a better power to weight. But the Mini handles better.
Ortega Drives I Daily a fiesta ST and have never driven a Mini I'd also like to see them head to head
I've outrun a fiesta st before in this car, but as you can see it's a bit modified lol.
Steven Binks yeah and it's sick! I'm just wondering stock vs stock how do they compare
The first car ive driven is a turbo Mini Cooper s with the jcw interior
that coop is awesome!
Great vid David, always look forward to your videos. Keep it up!
Getting rid of my "06 Mini S. Thinking of getting a Mrk II Mini S.
Love the sound and love mini cooper S😁😁
I knew a Italian job reference was coming 😂
It's a shame the R56 has less burbles and pops. That's one of my favorite things about the R53 for sure
bk lounge they stopped for a few years. my 2011 does it in sport mode.
bk lounge My R56 pops and burbles so much. I do have the N18 (2013). Possibly ecu tuning?
R56s do it stock in sport mode, but if you get it tuned with manic you will get machine gun amounts of pops and bangs.
i was on the fence about buying a mini as a first car, and i still want a miata
Hey Dave have a great day today brotha!
Do gingium's rally miata once it's finished?
Alice no
Alice no
Alice i
Alice yeah!
no molly first
I recently rode in my friends Cooper S and from what I can remember it wasn't that roomy when it came to width, like my shoulder was against the door
6’3 and I own a Mini Cooper s, I haven’t driven in yet as I’m 14 and I’m learning manual. I fit fine in the car, but the steering wheel has to be raised a bit and I struggle to get out of the car
I just blew up my 2002 Cooper S John Cooper Works and now he does a mini video
I am 6'5 and love my 2004 mini cooper s nice to be able to fit in small car,
My dad has one and I'm 6 and a half feet tall and love driving it. We have also fit my whole family in it lol.
I love these cars so much, its just they break so often. Maybe a a K series motor swap or something is what they need :D
The n14 engine is great.......when it's working properly
David needs to review a MazdaSpeed6 I just got mine and I love it.
they offered a speedometer that would sit right next to the ranch on the wheel. they also offer an arm rest which is on of my biggest complaints about the interior on most minis people own.
I love these hatch reviews
Currently driving a 2017 Mini Cooper S, at let it knocks now😂😂 at have over revved it
Loved my old R56 Justa. You just need to buy the right year and mileage. 05-06, 11-13, or the new F56 generation. Avoid anything 50k+ and try to get it inspected before buying and a warranty is a huge plus.
Super fun cars but not totally reliable.
I was first introduced to the mini coopers when my dad traded in our Honda Odyssey for a '05 Cooper S (Supercharged). Sadly, some dipshit rear ended it going 50 mph. Luckily my dad was ok, and the car stood up great to the accident, but it was still totaled. Then he bought an '06 civic Si, but he missed the Mini so much that he traded in the Si for an '09 Cooper S (Turbo) that we still own today. The '09 Cooper S was the car that I learned how to drive manual in, and i actually found it easier to drive in sport mode for some reason. So far, the only thing major that I had to replace on it was the thermostat/housing and it was a bitch to replace, but so far, the car is still running well with no issues.
I have a 2003 mini cooper s. magna flow exhaust k&n cool air intake. I want to make my car louder and faster. I know the pulley reduction would help but what else would help?
@thatdudeinblue
I own a Mini. And yes, they are pretty awesome cars!
Hold on, 240hp at 12psi? As a Mini owner that sounds wrong, unless there's an upgraded turbo on there, which I highly doubt. Stock these make like 180hp
Carter 172 hp for the N14 engine.
172 crank stock for the N18, 181 for the N18. I'm pushing 20 psi and make 220-225 at the wheels.
Carter at the crank :)
Bee Rice but hondas have notoriously high power for the engine size.
Carter yeah that doesn't sound right at all. They're at 10psi when stock. So 60-70hp with just 2psi? Definitely not. Bee Rice yeah the n14 only revs to 6500rpms. And they have less displacement. 2 ways of making more n/a power, increase displacement or increase revs. That's how Hondas make their power. More revs.
The most fun I have had in a car. It was hard to keep it under 90 mph.
I had a 2008 Mini Cooper S I loved it! But sadly to say got in an accident in damage the frame currently possibly looking for another one lol
I'm 6'7", MINI for life.
Wasnt there a recall on these engines? My friends dad had been tryng to seel his mini for that reason
I got my supercharged one for 4800 but I was on stock pulley for reliability. Btw I'm 6'2 and fit in it fine while I still had it
YESSSSS!!! I've been waiting for you to review a Mini!!! @Thatdudeinblue
Old Volkswagen Golfs and Sciroccos have the go kart feeling as well, but if you're too tall you won't be able to fit in them...I'm getting too tall for my Scirocco. Guess I'm going to buy a Mini for a next car :P
I'm confused are the turbos a bolt-on or do they come like that factory?