Anyone specced a new Mini lately?

[So]

We need a runabout for the business and it's a toss-up between a Fiat 500 and a Mini. Given that there will be some longer runs a Mini seems most sensible.

I've been speaking to Mini and using the (not very good) configurator and it appears that what Mini really wants us to have is a Cooper with a pack on it and some finance. However, that takes the car to near £20k.

The basic One is okay as far as I can see and if you add some of the cheaper option wheels it looks okay too. it works out a chunk cheaper.

The finance on a One is at a higher rate than a Cooper so we might look at buying cash.



Any reason why we'd want to go Cooper?

[daydotz]

Do what's right for you also try a broker their are discounts about

[Trustmeimadoctor]

Because a Cooper with packs has residual value a one with non will be almost impossible to sell

[So]

Trustmeimadoctor said:

Because a Cooper with packs has residual value a one with non will be almost impossible to sell

Do you think? Surely a Mini of a certain age will sell no matter what?

[Trustmeimadoctor]

Not really well many years down the line.

[daydotz]

Or the sales person gets more commission on a cooper

[Challo]

So said:

Trustmeimadoctor said:

Because a Cooper with packs has residual value a one with non will be almost impossible to sell

Do you think? Surely a Mini of a certain age will sell no matter what?

It will sell, but wont hold its value as much as a cooper will. Also the Cooper will have a higher spec as standard compared to the One. If your buying for cash, just get which car suits your needs.

[sad61t]

I found the R56 One was really slow pulling out of junctions so went for the Cooper. The difference may be less pronounced on the F56, but do try both before you buy.

The car that drops least value is the one without extras. They make the sale easier, but don't recoup much value.

[Stan the Stalker]

Always go for a Cooper or S, they hold there value much better

[Deep Thought]

Trustmeimadoctor said:

Because a Cooper with packs has residual value a one with non will be almost impossible to sell

A rumour put about by MINI salesmen.

[Deep Thought]

So said:

We need a runabout for the business and it's a toss-up between a Fiat 500 and a Mini. Given that there will be some longer runs a Mini seems most sensible.

I've been speaking to Mini and using the (not very good) configurator and it appears that what Mini really wants us to have is a Cooper with a pack on it and some finance. However, that takes the car to near £20k.

The basic One is okay as far as I can see and if you add some of the cheaper option wheels it looks okay too. it works out a chunk cheaper.

The finance on a One is at a higher rate than a Cooper so we might look at buying cash.

Any reason why we'd want to go Cooper?

Get the bits on it you want, as nowadays it works out cheaper than getting the de facto Chilli pack which now is a cost disproportionate to its value.

Use a broker like broadspeed.com or drivethedeal.com to get the best price, then ask the dealer to price match.

I'd go for a Cooper as (a) its better spec'd and (b) the 102BHP engine in the One is underpowered.

[Trustmeimadoctor]

You said

[Filibuster]

Deep Thought said:

I'd go for a Cooper as (a) its better spec'd and (b) the 102BHP engine in the One is underpowered.

^^ This!

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[daydotz]

Apart from the performance a no option one is no different kit wise then a cooper

A Pepper Pack could be a nice add-on compared to the chilli pack

(ZPP/ZY1*)
Contents:
– 2F0 15" Heli Spoke alloy wheels for MINI One models
– 2F3 16" Loop Spoke alloy wheels for MINI Cooper / Cooper D models – 255 Sport leather steering wheel
– 3AB Mirror caps in body colour for MINI One models
– 423 Floor mats
– 450 Passenger seat height adjustment
– 493 Storage compartment pack
– 4V9 MINI Excitement Pack
– 507 Park Distance Control, rear
– 521 Rain sensor and automatic headlight activation
– 534 Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic
– 544 Cruise control with brake function
– 563 Interior lights pack
Pack price (ZPP):
MINI One: £1,500
MINI Cooper / Cooper D: £1,600

[Deep Thought]

daydotz said:

Apart from the performance a no option one is no different kit wise then a cooper

A Pepper Pack could be a nice add-on compared to the chilli pack

(ZPP/ZY1*)
Contents:
– 2F0 15" Heli Spoke alloy wheels for MINI One models
– 2F3 16" Loop Spoke alloy wheels for MINI Cooper / Cooper D models – 255 Sport leather steering wheel
– 3AB Mirror caps in body colour for MINI One models
– 423 Floor mats
– 450 Passenger seat height adjustment
– 493 Storage compartment pack
– 4V9 MINI Excitement Pack
– 507 Park Distance Control, rear
– 521 Rain sensor and automatic headlight activation
– 534 Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic
– 544 Cruise control with brake function
– 563 Interior lights pack
Pack price (ZPP):
MINI One: £1,500
MINI Cooper / Cooper D: £1,600

Yes, i'd run with a Cooper and Pepper Pack.

Broadspeed are offering 10% off (which i would think any main dealer could match) so you could effectively get the Pepper pack "free", giving you a total price of £17,380.

I'd probably pick a metallic paint @ £510 after discount and personal choice - a centre armrest @ £105 after discount and anthracite headlining @ £114.

And MINI driving modes @ £200.

Total price £18,298.