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#1 of 24 Which Would You Buy: Cooper, S, Or Clubman and Why? by spyderone Nov 15, 2007 (5:53 am)
I am in the process of buying a Mini, but I am unsure of which one, Could you please help me by telling me which one you bought or are considering and why you chose it over the others or are you waiting for the Clubman. I know it is a personal decision, but I would appreciate the info. Replies to this message: tiff_c (Nov 15, 2007 8:54 am) kevdykoithan (Jan 17, 2008 2:00 pm) miniclubman (Feb 15, 2008 6:24 pm) fierket (Jun 23, 2008 7:44 am) tslbmw (Jun 24, 2008 11:53 am) pharmd718 (Jul 27, 2008 4:50 am) bodble2 (Jul 28, 2008 8:56 pm) ltq (Oct 20, 2008 6:44 am)
#2 of 24 Re: Which Would You Buy: Cooper, S, Or Clubman and Why? [spyderone] by tiff_c Nov 15, 2007 (8:54 am)
Replying to: spyderone (Nov 15, 2007 5:53 am) Well the Clubman is a lot bigger and it no longer has it's MINI proportions. It will haul a lot more stuff and people compared to a regular Mini. The main advantage I see is the Clubman will probably offer a spare tire or be able to have one, the regular Mini S cannot. I don't like the doors on the back of the Clubman as I prefer hatchbacks. Damn shame that the dealer is so far away from me. So to answer you question I would take the Mini Cooper S over the Clubman because if I want a bigger car there are cars with a lot more room for less money.
#3 of 24 No responses!!!!!!!!!!!! by spyderone Nov 15, 2007 (9:20 pm)
I really thought I would get some response. Anyway thanks for your help!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Replies to this message: tiff_c (Nov 15, 2007 9:50 pm) spyderone (Nov 16, 2007 7:08 am) bodble2 (Nov 27, 2007 12:08 pm)
#4 of 24 Re: No responses!!!!!!!!!!!! [spyderone] by tiff_c Nov 15, 2007 (9:50 pm)
Replying to: spyderone (Nov 15, 2007 9:20 pm) I really thought I would get some response. Anyway thanks for your help!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I guess you didn't consider my response to be a response? Anyway the Mini forums here are not very active also you only have it one day! There are other Mini forums and you can ask the question there. I'd tell you but you'd probably be ungrateful about that as well. Later! Replies to this message: spyderone (Nov 16, 2007 7:08 am) bodble2 (Nov 27, 2007 12:08 pm)
#5 of 24 Re: No responses!!!!!!!!!!!! [tiff_c] by spyderone Nov 16, 2007 (7:08 am)
Replying to: tiff_c (Nov 15, 2007 9:50 pm) I really do appreciate your input. What I was saying was I thought I would get some more input, but like you said it has only been a day. I gues in the end I have to make the decision as to what fits me the best. I was only hoping to find out why owners bought what they bought and why they didn't choose the other option. Anyway thank you for your response!! Replies to this message: bodble2 (Nov 27, 2007 12:08 pm)
#6 of 24 Re: No responses!!!!!!!!!!!! [spyderone] by bodble2 Nov 27, 2007 (12:08 pm)
Replying to: spyderone (Nov 16, 2007 7:08 am) The Clubman definitely has lost some of the MINI cuteness. And I also prefer a hatch to the van doors. I would say get the Clubman if you have to have a MINI, and absolutely need the extra room. I would almost look at the Clubman as an entry-level BMW 3-series wagon.
#7 of 24 Re: Which Would You Buy: Cooper, S, Or Clubman and Why? [spyderone] by kevdykoithan Jan 17, 2008 (2:00 pm)
Replying to: spyderone (Nov 15, 2007 5:53 am) I am planning on getting a Clubman S. I want the extra legroom (for my young boys), so that is why I prefer it over the standard Mini. I also like the extra door. I wish it had a standard hatchback though, instead of the barn doors, mainly due to the visibility issue. I also like the gas mileage on the Mini. I plan to use the Clubman for my 27 mile (x2) commute. Of course, I'll test ride one first. I took a Mini Cooper S for a test ride last summer and found it a blast to drive. Are they at the dealership yet for test rides?
#8 of 24 drove all but clubman by weldonblair Jan 29, 2008 (1:59 pm)
We are leaning toward a Mini this year. That being said, we cannot not make up our minds about the S and Non-S, the convertible, and the Clubman. I am really looking forward to the clubman test drive for 2 reasons: 1) determine if the size of the clubman reigns in some of the torque steer and improves the handling of the S like they said early on in reviews 2) if there is indeed more rear seat space. Dealer is saying mid-February for first shipment.
#9 of 24 Re: Which Would You Buy: Cooper, S, Or Clubman and Why? [spyderone] by miniclubman Feb 15, 2008 (6:24 pm)
Replying to: spyderone (Nov 15, 2007 5:53 am) I just ordered a Clubman today, after a very enjoyable test drive. The Clubman only adds about a foot to the Cooper's length, but the extra room makes the rear seat a little more livable, and the cargo area is also pretty decent (for a MINI). I needed enough room to carry a road bicycle inside with the rear seats folded down, and the Clubman just makes it (I measured about 56" from the back of the driver's seat to the inside sill of the rear doors, but that all depends upon where the driver's seat is positioned. It was positioned for me, and I'm about 5'10" tall. The Clubman test drive sealed the deal for me. A firm, tight ride, a great 6-speed transmission, and great handling. The "S" is probably better in all respects, but my budget dictated the base Clubman, which had plenty of pep, and will probably keep me out of trouble in the long run.,