You are in the market for a new car and this time you want to try buying a used car to save some money.  A used Mini Clubman seems like a perfect fit for you and your family and you’ve done all your homework as far as fuel mileage, reliability reports, and general good reputation for the Mini manufacturing company.

Now it’s time for you to set out and take a good look at those you find online and in advertisements.  The descriptions are pointed and outline what you want to know about each vehicle.  Armed with the dealer addresses for three different used Mini Clubman vehicles, you can now set out to observe the final leg of your search.

What should you look for?  The ideal time to go and look at used cars is when the daylight is very good. Never check out a car when it is rainy, snowy, or foggy.  You want to get a good look and weather, such as raindrops, will obscure flaws that you will want to know about.

Look for uneven doors that would signify a previous accident.  Check thoroughly for rust, and don’t forget to look at the brake pipes to inspect them for rust.  Look for uneven or odd looking spots or paint, as this can also tell you that the car was in an accident.

A data check for the car’s history will turn up anything that you might want to know about.  The car should be free title and not stolen, of course, or have the odometer altered.  Know what you are buying and you should have a nice long relationship with your new used car.

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Designed as a rival to small German cars both the used Mini and the new Mini have become ‘cherished’ British icons.  It was first brought to life on the drawing board in 1957 by the British Motor Corporation (BMC). Leonard Lord, then head of BMC, gave the directive to design a miniature car – hence the term ‘Mini’ that was less than ten feet long yet with six feet of passenger space.  A great design team led by Sir Alec Issigonis presented Britons with the Mini in 1959.  It didn’t overwhelm audiences at first, but over time, especially with help from British royalty and the movies (The three key films being: A Shot In The Dark, The Magical Mystery Tour and of course, The Italian Job) helped this car seal itself into the hearts of the British. 

Used Mini Buyers Should Seek Approval

Whether you choose a used Mini Cooper, a used Mini Countryman or the Used Mini One, according Euro NCAP safety should not be a concern.  Both the Cooper and the Countryman rate 5 out of 5 stars for adult occupant safety and the Mini One rates 4 out of 5 stars.  So, with safety concerns taken into consideration, used car purchasers should look for an Approved Used Mini from a reputable dealer.  The Cherished Mini Approval Programme includes:

•    A minimum 12 month MINI Warranty
•    A minimum 12 months of MINI Emergency Service Assistance throughout the UK and Continental Europe
•    Minimum 12 month MOT and MOT Cover
•    Access to the vehicle’s full service history, including a mileage check
•    Affordable financing and insurance through MINI Financial Services for those who qualify.

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If you are considering leasing a brand new Mini for your company or for yourself, you have to decide first what type of leasing or finance method you will choose in order to secure it. Two of the most popular vehicle leasing methods are contract hire and daily rental.

Among the most consistently availed Mini car leasing option is contract hire. Often, contract hire is considered the easiest method to manage and the most cost-effective. Basically, contract hire allows you to drive the car you leased as if you own it, but actually you don’t. Here, you will agree with the car management or owner, as to how long you can use the Mini, as stipulated in the contract. Once the contract expires, you will have to return the car.

What if you need the Mini for only a few days? Then, daily car rental solves your concern. This leasing option works the same as contract hire; however, daily rental works for a shorter period of time. Usually, in daily rentals, car companies outline and impose various rules with which the leaser has to comply.

Usually when taking out a daily rental you will have to comply with a number of rules outlined by the daily rental company. For instance, you will be compelled to drive the car only up to the mileage limit set by the company. You also have to return it in the same condition as you rented it; that is, you must make sure to fill up the car with the same amount of petrol when you return it as it had when you first rented it.

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The BMW Mini is one of the most popular cars in the United Kingdom. It comes in different engine specs: the regular Mini, the Cooper, Cooper D, and the newest one, the Cooper S.  A Mini lease may often be taken out by people with a small family who want to experience a stylish and fun type of motoring.

A standard Mini lease has a term of 36 months and comes with an agreement for contract hiring. Upon leasing, there is the usual requirement for advance payment, which is followed by monthly payments with VAT. The deal for the lease of the car is often based on 10,000 miles per annum.

The newest version of the Mini now features an engine which is British-built and has a new and enhanced suspension system. A manual transmission with six speeds is also supplied in this new model. The Mini features alloy wheels, a CD player, and an anti-lock braking system. You can also have the option to add other features, for an extra cost, such as metallic paint, automatic gearbox, leather seats, climate control, air conditioning, electric sunroof, Bluetooth, and satellite navigation.

The handling of the Mini lets you have a go-kart feel with its poise and grip, which is similar to an expensive sports vehicle. The dimension of the car makes it easy to manoeuvre. The steering system responds quickly giving you a ride that is firm and comfortable.

Mini leasing allows you the chance to experience a great lifestyle in an inexpensive way. You can get the most out of the car — from security and safety, to reliability and quality, as well as great driver satisfaction.

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Not like the BMW Mini range is short on flare design or even trims, but BMW have decided that they’re going to release a new model which will be called the Graphite. The One, Cooper and Cooper D will each be eligible for the graphite model which starts a £13,000 for the Mini One and the Cooper D been the most costly at £15,660.

The Mini One Graphite gets the dark silver metallic paint, the common silver that you see Cooper S’s in. Two black bonnet stripes, white indicator lenses, Piano Black interior, 15” alloy wheels and a few graphite badges.

The Mini Cooper models get all the same upgrades but come with 16” alloys and either black or white bonnet stripes.
The graphite models would be a money saver if you could get the darker metallic silver on the lower models which you can’t. But could save you up to £300.

The graphite models are available to order now.

Mini Badge

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The new BMW Mini is now one of the most popular sights on British roads today and you can go 5 minutes down a road without spotting a mini cooper or the slightly more desirable Cooper S.
Ever since BMW first released the new Mini it was a hit on the forecourts and this trend hasn’t died.
The new Mini clubman is the latest Mini derivative as a small estate car for those people that now have a small family but still want the fun and style that the normal Mini offers.
The Clubman comes in the usual engine spec of mini one, Cooper D, Cooper and the Cooper S. Clearly the Cooper S is the hottest flavour of all coming with a 1.6 litre 175 BHP engine which is of course supercharged. You’ll be expecting 44.8MPG in your Cooper S clubman but if you opt for the diesel engine then 68mpg is achievable.

The Cooper S’s are highly tuneable from a stage one which fits a reduced supercharger puller and a remap for your ecu and your rev limit increased to 7250RPM you’ll be looking at 205/210 BHP and the stage 5 you’ll be looking at around 260BHP compromising of the following modifications to your cooper S, smaller supercharger puller, Miltek Exhaust system and manifold, new cam and throttle body and finally a big valve cylinder head. Of course any of these Mini tuning applications will invalidate your warranty.

Wanting a metallic paint then expect to shell out around £330 if you’re not looking for one of the solid (non metallic) colour such as Chili Red or Pepper White. The optional 17” web spoke alloys really suit any of the Mini range and are worth the £800 price tag. The Panoramic glass sunroof is a really nice touch on the Clubman as it gives the car a bigger feel for anyone in the rear. For a well spec’d Clubman Cooper S then you’ll be looking at around the £22,000 mark.

Mini Clubman

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