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MINI Cooper Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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What is this discussion about? MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper Clubman, MINI Cooper Countryman, Coupe, Hatchback, SUV

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#1468 of 1491 Re: can i negotiate [kandrive] by jeb3779

May 28, 2012 (7:57 am)

Replying to: kandrive (May 27, 2012 7:52 am)
thanks for replying...the premium package is
 
Premium Package - $1,750
Includes: [302] Anti-Theft Alarm System And [322] Comfort Access Keyless Entry And [345] Chrome Line Interior And [431] Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror And [521] Rain Sensor and Auto Headlights And [534] Automatic Climate Control
 
it is automatic and has bluetooth. around 3k miles and it is a countryman s

#1469 of 1491 Re: can i negotiate [jeb3779] by kandrive

May 28, 2012 (8:44 am)

Replying to: jeb3779 (May 28, 2012 7:57 am)
Me, personally? I'd jump on it but I'm not an expert on prices. My Countryman Base has the keyless entry, chrome line interior and auto-dimming rear view mirror and bluetooth, but I chose additional options of heated leather seats, moonroof, rear back-up sensors, center arm rest/console. I think I have rain sensors, auto headlights and climate control but haven't programmed the car yet (if I do) since I just got it - straight off the boat from the UK. We paid $25,550 and it's not an "S" which definitely go for a bit more.
 
If you love it and you're completely comfortable with the car, I think it's a good price (in my humble opinion). Your dealer took a good amount off of MSRP (again, imo) but you can try for lower. ??

#1470 of 1491 Re: can i negotiate [kandrive] by jeb3779

May 28, 2012 (9:13 am)

Replying to: kandrive (May 28, 2012 8:44 am)
I have researched all the dealers in the area and this is def the best deal i have found. i will need to drive 2.5 hrs each way but it's worth is to save a few thousand dollars

#1471 of 1491 Less than MSRP on Countryman? by mare0114

May 30, 2012 (9:19 am)

Hi -- has anyone had any success in getting a Countryman ALL4 for less than full MSRP? I'm looking to lease a 2012 and was basically just given the "this is a hot car so we can't quote less than MSRP as configured". I understand the popularity of the vehicle impacts pricing but will probably push back some. Just not sure whether this is a losing proposition or whether I can expect some room for improvement. Thanks!

#1472 of 1491 Re: Less than MSRP on Countryman? [mare0114] by kandrive

May 30, 2012 (11:30 am)

Replying to: mare0114 (May 30, 2012 9:19 am)
We recently purchased - not leased - a 2012 Countryman Base FWD and were told the same thing: Price not negotiable from the MSRP because it's such a desired car.
 
My husband started getting online quotes from other MINI dealerships and they were offering from $500 to $1,000 off MSRP (after adding desired options). We took those quotes to our local MINI dealership and to get our business, they discounted $1,250 off the MSRP. We basically "built" our car and had to wait for it to ship here, so it was not a car that was physically on the lot.
 
I'm not knowledgeable about leasing vehicles and don't know if negotiations are different. Just sharing our experience, in case it may be helpful to yours.

#1473 of 1491 Mini Cooper Convertible by axc4466

Jun 06, 2012 (3:49 pm)

I ordered yesterday 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible in the San Diego area. Options:
 
Manual transmission
Satellite gray leather seats
H/K sound system
Bluetooth/iPod adapter
Comfort access system
Chrome interior
Fog lights
+ maybe couple fo small items.
 
MSRP: $31250 + TTL
Purchase price: $29000 + TTL
 
It will take 10-11 weeks to take the delivery.

#1474 of 1491 2012 mini cooper hardtop actual price etc by marymouse

Jun 17, 2012 (2:56 pm)

bought a 2012 mini cooper hardtop june 10th 2012
 
msrp 19,500
bayswater package 3,000
bluetooth 500
automatic 1250
destination 700
 
total 25,200
 
paid 24,700
got free armrest for middle 315.00
got free silver gas cap 62.00
got free mini duffle bag 58.00
 
also got a huge bag of goodies, stuffed dog, towel, keychain, pen, water bottle, hat, that I am returning for front rubber matts.
bought car in sw florida mini dealer, I checked alot of places most were not doing deals. its a hot car ya know. did get free maintenance for 3 years 36 miles though.

#1475 of 1491 Re: 2012 mini cooper hardtop actual price etc [marymouse] by busiris

Jun 18, 2012 (10:37 am)

Replying to: marymouse (Jun 17, 2012 2:56 pm)
Enjoy your new ride. My wife has an 07 convertible and still loves it. And, floor mats do probably have more utility that key chains and stuffed animals... Good move there.
 
Btw, every Mini comes with 3/36 free maintenance...

#1476 of 1491 frequency of take down events? by mesherry

Jun 20, 2012 (3:51 pm)

How do you find out when these take-down events are scheduled? Here in SoCal there are a number of dealers - but I can't seem to find any upcoming events. Is this a rare occurrence?

#1477 of 1491 Re: frequency of take down events? [mesherry] by busiris

Jun 20, 2012 (6:40 pm)

Replying to: mesherry (Jun 20, 2012 3:51 pm)
Check out the link below...
 
http://libraryofmotoring.info/2012/04/10/mini-test-drive-takedown-starts-today/

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