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1307 messages, Last post on Dec 05, 2009 at 5:52 PM
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Is any one know MINI's maintenance and service, like: Can walmart do the regular maintenance, for instance, oil change and filter change? Can normal bodyshop do the regular repair, if there is sth wrong with MINI? Is spare parts available in Autoparts zone? How about the overall quality of MINI? (I suppose it is good.) Thanks. 
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Replying to: wilhelmw (Sep 15, 2009 5:02 pm) BUT, warranty service and the included 3 years of service can only be done at a Mini dealer. Not even at a BMW dealer. As far a quality, JDPowers results show the Mini to be one of the worst cars. Consumer Reports shows reliability to be mediocre. Considering the reliability, dearth of Mini service, and high price, I'm probably going to get a Mazda 3 instead. Of course if you really want a fun car that is reliable too and can live with 2 seats, get a Miata! |
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Replying to: wilhelmw (Sep 15, 2009 5:02 pm) |
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I got a cooper S at Nashville. I only got $500 off MSRP:( I just read the documents from them. There is a fee named "PHANTOM FP," which is around $260 apart from the dealer fee $399.50. What is PHANTOM FP?
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Replying to: ncmini (Sep 20, 2009 6:32 pm) I called the MINI dealer in Memphis. They said the 'extra' fee they charged is only document fee $399, which,as argued by MINI salesman, is the 'general level in TN'. I haven't visit them and talk face to face yet. But at least they cut off 1,000 for their cooper (1,500 for Cooper S) in stock, which is ad. on their website.
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Replying to: wilhelmw (Sep 21, 2009 9:59 am) Thank you for your message. I wish I know that information earlier:( I just called the dealer. I was told that Panthon FP something is something used to track my car in case it was stolen. I am a girl, and I went to the dealer by myself. I though I would be tough to argue with them. It looks like I did not do a good work:) I wish you get the mini you want, and good luck with your purchase! I will be envious:)
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Replying to: ncmini (Sep 21, 2009 10:11 am) |
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| Any idea on current (September residuals) on Clubman and Clubman S? 58% and 57% sound correct for Texas? | |
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How's this lease deal? NYC 36 months 12K miles $1375.76 due at start (1st month, bank fee) $488.92 per month INCL tax $18960.00 residual 60% MSRP: $31600 Negotiated selling price: $30850 How'd I do? Thanks to all who responds!! |
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The sales staff at my local dealer (unidentified for now) have told me that 2010 factory orders will be taken AT MSRP. Using the Edmunds TMV calculation page that is approx. 10% over invoice cost. In my configuration that is close to $3,000 profit to place the order (because the dealership does not incur any of the costs associated with a car designated for lot sale). Has anyone out there ordered a 2010 for less than MSRP? I live in CA and really have no problem dealing with any of the dealers in the state (or NV & AZ for that matter). I probably would have paid the MSRP cost justifying it by saying that the dealer is entitled to a profit (even if a bit steep) until the sales person said that all their 2010 orders are done with Lojack and Perma plate. I said no to both then their "out the door" quote was still $600 OVER MSRP + tax/license/title. Making for a $3,600 profit!! |
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