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Old 06-02-2009, 01:05 PM   #1
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Thinking of trading Yaris for Mini Cooper S convertible.

Thinking of trading yaris to mini cooper s convertable 2005 and up.. what do you guys think..0-60 in 7.0 sec flat on the s version and its a convertible..
urgh...decision decision...

here are some cars. hope who ever own this cars dont mind me posting pictures of their cars in here..

last one is a mini s2000...lolz..its a skoda s2000 it does look like half mini..
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:08 PM   #2
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I like the mini's. If you can afford it, go for it. It's kinda like comparing a Solara to an IS-c. :p It costs more but is a better car.
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:11 PM   #3
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agreed, if i can afford the mini i will def go with the Mini. Gas mileage is not much of a diff. vs yaris.
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:16 PM   #4
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they sell used ones in canada ranging form 19k to 25k..canadian of course
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:20 PM   #5
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Do you still owe on the Yaris?
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:23 PM   #6
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yah about 9 grand more.
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:24 PM   #7
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why convertible?
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Old 06-02-2009, 01:26 PM   #8
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If you still owe that much on the Yaris it might be a good idea to keep it till it's paid off. The mini's will still be there. :p
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Old 06-02-2009, 02:02 PM   #9
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Marcus... if you can afford it and you want it.... do it. Get that out of your system or you may always regret it. The mini is an awesome car and life is short. Don't be too irresponsible, but don't be so cautious you spend your life waiting for fun, but take into consideration that maintenance on a Mini is much, much more expensive. It is a premium car after all.

I would have bought a mini and might again one day, but I've had a couple nice "irresponsible" cars and I'm back in saving mode with the Yaris.

Let us know what you decide.
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Old 06-02-2009, 02:10 PM   #10
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so how the mini when it comes to maintainance..never had a german car b4..
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Old 06-02-2009, 02:34 PM   #11
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Marcus... if you can afford it and you want it.... do it. Get that out of your system or you may always regret it. The mini is an awesome car and life is short. Don't be too irresponsible, but don't be so cautious you spend your life waiting for fun, but take into consideration that maintenance on a Mini is much, much more expensive. It is a premium car after all.

I would have bought a mini and might again one day, but I've had a couple nice "irresponsible" cars and I'm back in saving mode with the Yaris.

Let us know what you decide.
;D i like that statement
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Old 06-02-2009, 02:37 PM   #12
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a yaris convertible would rock, maybe one day...:http://images.google.com/images?hl=e...-8&sa=N&tab=wi

but if you're sold on the mini, I say yes go for it! but don't let your mode of transportation define you, a car is usually just a car
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Old 06-02-2009, 02:47 PM   #13
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ok ill keep all these in mind..my motto is " you only die once " might as well live it... definetely a good car to consider.. now just need to join a mini forums..
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Old 06-02-2009, 03:30 PM   #14
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Aside from the obvious handling difference, the Mini feels small compared to the Yaris. In a good way. The seating position is low, no space is wasted around the driver and if you ever consider giving more than one friend a ride, the backseat heros better have no feet.

All in all, the whole point of the Mini is different to that of the Yaris. As said, do it or else you'll regret it :)
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Old 06-02-2009, 03:34 PM   #15
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ill test drive one this weekend. just afraid i may get one sooner..yikes.
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Old 06-02-2009, 03:52 PM   #16
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I owned an '05 Cooper S coupe for a while. A very nice car.

I will say that, with the 17" alloys w/run-flats, the MINI didn't deal with snow too well. If you go with any of the larger OEM alloy/tire combos, you might want to have a set of dedicated snows.

The MINI (like most German cars) will have a few more squeaks and rattles compared to the Yaris. Being "a BMW in British clothes", expect to pay some steep repair costs on the MINI if you're not covered by warranty.

Overall, the MINI is a great little car; enjoy it if you wind up getting one!

EDIT: North American MINI is the big forum for MINI in the States. MINI2 is the big one over in Britain. Loads of info there - if a bit biased.
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Old 06-02-2009, 04:38 PM   #17
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Heres a story about a Toronto woman who needed some maintenance on her MINI
http://watch.ctv.ca/news/clip172376#clip172376

Buyers guidehttp://www.motoringfile.com/mini-r50r53-buyers-guide/

the forum http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/

The Drive,turn up the sound http://www.motoringfun.com/2006/09/

I'll have to win the lottery before my dream comes true as this car is way out of my price range.

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Old 06-02-2009, 04:44 PM   #18
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Install a moon roof in your Yaris and keep it. With my Webasto Hollandia 730 moon roof fully open I sure feel like my Yaris is a convertible.
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