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#2589 of 2671 Re: Help [sabrinae] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Aug 26, 2008 (6:09 am)
Replying to: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 4:49 am) In my opinion, yes, the new automatic transmission is much better. The idea of the sport seat is to hold you in place during very rigorous driving. They are not meant to be comfortable as much as comforting in hard turns, etc. You might find them too stiff but maybe not. This is somewhat of a personal and subjective preference. Leather feels nice, smells nice, but requires maintenance and is vulnerable to spills, tears, etc. It is after all, an organic material. If you look closely at a cow, you'll see plenty of little defects from use. Visiting Host Replies to this message: bodble2 (Aug 26, 2008 10:35 pm) sabrinae (Aug 27, 2008 4:55 am) blueguydotcom (Aug 27, 2008 5:58 am) and 1 more... coupah (Aug 28, 2008 9:29 am) and 1 more... Mr_Shiftright (Aug 27, 2008 7:39 am) sabrinae (Aug 27, 2008 8:22 am) and 6 more...
#2590 of 2671 Re: Help [sabrinae] by bodble2 Aug 26, 2008 (8:53 am)
Replying to: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 4:49 am) As Mr. Shiftright said, leather is asthetically pleasing, but leatherette is so low maintenance. I think nothing of jumping in our Mini right out of the rain, or throwing a wet umbrella on the seats. And we can eat in the car with no worries! Replies to this message: blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 9:58 am)
#2591 of 2671 Re: Help [bodble2] by blueguydotcom Aug 26, 2008 (9:58 am)
Replying to: bodble2 (Aug 26, 2008 8:53 am) Add on, I love my mini's leatherette - I throw scuba gear in my car, hop in with a wet suit and do nothing for the ette. The new R56s with the auto aren't too bad. I'm not an auto guy but it's decent.
#2592 of 2671 Re: Help [sabrinae] by joem5 Aug 26, 2008 (11:53 am)
Replying to: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 4:49 am) Hi,get the leatherrette, I tore or wore out the leather due to it's kidney shape and had to have it replaced. The sport seat will hold you in your seat. Also, I hope you are getting the S model for a little zip or piazzz.The auto will suffice. Leather is a pain too much maitenance. Shifty is right. You might want to look into an extended warranty. There's a class action against Mini for poor clutches and Tranny replacements. They are no good in snow so buy 4 Rims and your choice of tire. Me I don't don't like run flats. They ride rough.But, if you don't have a cell phone to call for help you might have to get run flats. Have fun and smile alot of eyes will be checkin' you out. Replies to this message: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 12:23 pm) bfromhold (Aug 26, 2008 4:53 pm) blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 8:43 pm) joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 12:44 pm) bodble2 (Aug 26, 2008 1:28 pm) sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 1:45 pm) and 3 more...
#2593 of 2671 Re: Help [joem5] by sabrinae Aug 26, 2008 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 11:53 am) Poor clutches and Tranny replacements! Why where they being replaced to start with? My friend had to get a new automatic transmission the 1st year she had it. Is this a large problem. Really no spare tire? Convince me I should buy this car or should I buy the Volvo C30 ? Replies to this message: bfromhold (Aug 26, 2008 4:53 pm) blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 8:43 pm)
#2594 of 2671 Re: Help [joem5] by joem5 Aug 26, 2008 (12:44 pm)
Replying to: joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 11:53 am) Go to the Mini forums page and the class the class action suit is in there probably in the maintence and repair. My wifes a physcian and all the young nurse are telling her to buy one. However, my wife researched them and came upon $47000.00 to replace trans mission because car was 5000 mi over 48 monmany women were replacing clutches at 5K a pop. Then alot of guys were complaining too. A volvo is a nice car,but there upkeep is expensive also. I'd really do my homework go into the mini forums type in class action and check out the repair forum.Lifes short get what you want,but get alot of advice Mini 's are in demand so you will pay MSRP or more. What did it was, she was having her BMW service and ask the technician about the Mini and he said to move on to something else. However, the Germans are making them now and the resale seems high. I' d drive it 50 K then dump it,if you really want it. Replies to this message: bodble2 (Aug 26, 2008 1:28 pm) sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 1:45 pm) blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 2:55 pm) joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 3:43 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Aug 26, 2008 3:51 pm)
#2595 of 2671 Re: Help [joem5] by bodble2 Aug 26, 2008 (1:28 pm)
Replying to: joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 12:44 pm) " I' d drive it 50 K then dump it,if you really want it" Yup, just don't keep it beyond the warranty, for peace of mind. For us, our Minis (we're on our second one) have been as trouble-free as any Japanese car that we've had. (Knock on wood) Replies to this message: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 1:45 pm) blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 2:55 pm) joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 3:43 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Aug 26, 2008 3:51 pm)
#2596 of 2671 Re: Help [bodble2] by sabrinae Aug 26, 2008 (1:45 pm)
Replying to: bodble2 (Aug 26, 2008 1:28 pm) Thanks for all the input, it's been a big help. One last question, if I keep it for 4 years I will still owe on it (doing 5 year finance) what's the trade in on them like? Replies to this message: blueguydotcom (Aug 26, 2008 2:55 pm) joem5 (Aug 26, 2008 3:43 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Aug 26, 2008 3:51 pm)
#2597 of 2671 Re: Help [sabrinae] by blueguydotcom Aug 26, 2008 (2:55 pm)
Replying to: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 1:45 pm) Trade-in on all cars is horrid. When you trade-in, you're giving up several thousand dollars. Yes, even the mini. FWIW, my Mini has been trouble free. Best car I've owned in years.
#2598 of 2671 Re: Help [sabrinae] by joem5 Aug 26, 2008 (3:43 pm)
Replying to: sabrinae (Aug 26, 2008 1:45 pm) Mini's normally have a great resale value. they don't depreciate as fast . Sell your car yourself. You really get taken if you trade. The salesman will say we have to detail it, put brakes on it,fix this or that(Rubbish) no one knows your car better than you. Do the maintenance and the do the math. Go to Kelly's Bluebook.NADA etc.Like Helen Reddy sang in the song" I'am woman,I'am strong" Keep all your records to show the buyer.