Getting my dream car at 19| Mini cooper 1-year review pro vs. cons| How I was able to afford the car

[@marypasi]

as a high school student in ontario saving up for my first car, thank you for actually giving an accurate representation of owning/finances with having a car. it made me realize a lot about habits and considerations with myself!!

[@karenyu9932]

I'm glad you found it helpful! Best of luck to you :)

[@YourMajestyTheKing]

Sucks that Mini Canada an’t selling the rock bottom entry trim anymore

[@brittanyheaven-kirk7116]

I want a mini I always have, I want it for myself😬 not for other people to be in my car. Like if you cant fit not my problem like I'll buy it for myself not for others. I am saving atm, work full time. I'm still researching and wanting advice on it tbh.

[@karenyu9932]

Yes, 100% agree! A car is something very personal thus it should suit your needs before anyone else's. I hope this video was somewhat helpful to you and you can lmk if you have any questions!

[@kiaraphillips1058]

why do this meeee 😂 i want a 2 door green mini so i’m like y’all have to figure out the space

[@Nicole-zj3bn]

It is also good to look at Facebook marketplace and private buyers! I just bought a used 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman with 96k km for $11.8k... I also bought outright so I only have to worry about maintenance and insurance in the future!

[@TonyMiguel-ko7cz]

@@karenyu9932how is the mini holding up in 2024?

[@sugarrefined645]

I love how responsible you were at such an early point in your life. It forsure paid off. It was refreshing watching your video and seeing how headstrong and self-sufficient you are. I’m happy to see you have your dream car 🤍

[@karenyu9932]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@eagletmars]

Your parents raised you well, and you are a very smart shopper/spender! Good luck with your MINI🙏🌼

[@Booklove64]

I’m considering a mini so this was really helpful thanks!

[@karenyu9932]

Great idea! They’re so cute 🥰

[@meikaaja293]

My dream car too 😭😭

[@briannacastillo5214]

It's so expensive 😫😩

[@aislingchepi11]

Agreed you worked really hard. But I think there’s a lot unsaid as far as somebody can work just as hard and not be able to achieve the same goal because their starting point was not the same. I am a teacher and a lot of my kids have jobs to help their parents with living expenses and cannot save. Your advice is good for a person in similar situation where a parent was able to save, and provide a bit more than the basic food and shelter. Good advice for someone in a solid middle to upper middle class. Canada also has better social safety nets.

[@pauldavis205]

i love your car ! i’ve been obsessed with minis forever, i might be getting a 2011 or 2012 when i’m 16! i’m excited they’re so beautiful

[@eteetv3509]

I also have a mini. 2015 Mini Cooper. First I’d like to correct you on one of your statements. That thing between the front seats is called an armrest. And usually the glovebox is in front of the passenger knees. My 2 door mini has 3 cup holders in the back, 1 in the middle and 1 on each sides. And about the suspension, the reason why it’s so shaky might be your tires, unless you mean the suspension feels stiff on bumps. But overall mini’s are fun. Congratulations and welcome to the mini world.

[@karenyu9932]

Omg yes, it is an armrest 😅 sorry about that! It’s so cool that you have 3 cup holders! I’m jealous 😂.

[@salleciayoung3141]

The tires do make a difference. I have a better ride quality in my opinion after switching out the run flats.

[@veniseperry2360]

Thank you so much for this, I've been saving for the longest time because I really want a Mini. I've been in love with this car the first time I saw it😭💗

[@vanessaashleyokeke]

You go girl!!! Loved this educational and motivational video.

[@karenyu9932]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@ProGamerKid2000]

As for cons, you should have put in MAINTENANCE COSTS. Owner of a 2015 f55 mini cooper, taking it to the dealer is a leg and an arm. A brake job can you run you almost 600 us dollars, and an oil change runs you 70 us dollars which I believe is about maybe 90 CAD? Idk if you took that in mind or not, but factoring in maintenance costs, repair costs and service intervals as part of determining which car you should buy is important. A kid could buy a used Mercedes, because of the looks and the brand, but be drowned in debt, and since mercedes isnt known for reliability, they could be having to constantly pay for repairs, just throwing that out there, but congrats that you were able to boy yourself a nice car at 19. Same her 18 year old, bought a mini cooper 5 door at 17 with help of parents, runs like a dream

[@karenyu9932]

Pop You’re totally right, Maintenance fees are going to be a pain in the future once my factory warranty is over. I’m still getting oil changes for free as if now. It’s so cool that mini coopers are a lot of people’s first choice when it comes to cars :).

[@alyssageline293]

as someone who is almost 17 and doesn’t know how to drive yet. this. this is the car i want soon when i can be ready to get my own car. i even figured out today that i can afford it by paying a down payment of $1000-2600 and just pay about $320+ each month. i feel like hopefully this is the right path of how to pay for it. i work and i make about $400+ each month. i know that the monthly payment is about that much and would be stressful to me and i can rly buy other things. but honestly i want to get buying a car out of the way and i can get a second job! i have always wanted a mini cooper omg it’s so gorgeous im in love with this car!!

[@mangart489]

My 2015 Mini doesn‘t even have a glovebox in the middle. I mean I love this car ... alot but a little more storage would be nice 😂 I didn‘t think about that point back when I got the car 😅

[@karenyu9932]

omg are you serious? Where are you keeping all your stuff? 😂 But yeah, they could’ve optimized the space a little more to increase the storage space.

[@mangart489]

Karen Yu i‘m serious 😂 I keep my things in the compartment box on my passenger seats side lol but I‘m very much in need of a glovebox lol 🥵

[@mellory2337]

I thought glove box and compartment box were the same thing. I always keep my stuff in the compartment box on the passenger's side or on top of the dashboard above the compartment box.

[@YourMajestyTheKing]

I think that cars need sun glasses holder. Any thing else need a big dump.

[@lucybayo7180]

in the uk we have 3 glove compartments, 1 underneath the front passenger, 1 on the dash, and 1 in the armrest so I don't know if Canadian or US models are different or it might depend on the age of ur Mini Cooper as mine is a 2014 facelift model but I know that the newer models from 2016 in the UK have gotten rid of the glove compartment on the dash also it might be because ur steering wheel is on the left and not the right as you drive on the right hand side of the road and we drive on the left x

[@karenyu9932]

Yeah, I only have one underneath the front passenger and in the armrest!

[@nicoletiana]

this is exciting! I just got myself a 2020 nissan versa sv. i'm a toyota person but i dropped the gun too fast and this is what i ended up leaving the lot with, lol i'm grateful! all glory to god!!!!!! i'm like watching these types of videos! i have videos of my car on my channel too.

[@BobbyReborn]

Great purchase! Big accomplishment. Congrats!

[@karenyu9932]

Bobby Reborn thank you!

[@sophiem7791]

The three cars you listed are the exact cars I’m thinking of getting

[@jeremygarcia4990]

I love the MINI countryman😩

[@carjuncky1]

I just got a 2018 jcw cooper. Very fun cars have fun!

[@Abdi_Black]

Wow great video, really inspirational. Keep up the good work

[@karenyu9932]

Thank you! Will do!

[@elenmeric4141]

This is my dream car, but it will always be a dream because I live in a walk and this car is 300,000 Turkish liras.

[@luisaenriquez801]

Thank u so much this video was so helpful and made me consider this car even more

[@zstxrzz]

That sucks about the storage space, my 07’ S has two glove boxes. And door pockets are big with cup holders. Not sure why they made it smaller in the newer ones.

[@karenyu9932]

mr Death Awh man, they really need to step up their storage game

[@juliannedunaway7406]

I have a 2015 F55 just like yours except it’s all black. With a small car it is to be expected to have less space and more movement when hitting bumps but my passengers never complain. My cousins are all at least 6ft. And have no problem riding in my car. Yes it’s a tight squeeze but it’s also a small car. I’ve taken mine on many trips including to FL and my passengers never complain. :) I LOVE my mini and I wouldn’t trade her for the world! I also get annoyed that there are only 3 cup holders 😂 Are you going to keep yours?

[@karenyu9932]

My friend has an all black one and it’s super cute!! Yeah, even though the car itself isn’t very high, the seats do tend to hug the person in so it makes it better 😂. I love going on road trips with my car too! It’s gas efficient and comfortable to drive in. Yes, I am still very in love with the car and I do plan on keeping it for a while

[@maxbutler2146]

Lovely car but why does it not have alloy wheels. In the UK, alloys are standard on copper model

[@karenyu9932]

Thanks! It does come with alloy wheels but I had my winter tires when I filmed the video 😅

[@phxsuns9535]

I WANT THAT CARRRR 😭😭 and first of all im 11 i got like a MILLON HEARS LEFT. AND IM IN THE UK I DONT DRIVE TILL LIKE 17

[@karenyu9932]

Clara 18 it’s never too early to start planning 😏

[@fahimeousseny8514]

Great Video :) Does it have park assist as well ?

[@erickotapish635]

if u were on ur own at 18 u wouldnt have been able to save any money after Bill's and food costs....I still have a mini though...a turbo one

[@katydid5354]

I'm 60 and still choose a car based on aesthetics !!

[@ProGamerKid2000]

I almost forgot, you're most likely on factory warranty, so you probably dont have to worry about it, considering you have a 2018 model

[@YourMajestyTheKing]

I had been trying to lease mine too. But when you look at how much u have to pay to lease, there is no benefit at all. I ended up just financing the Mini

[@SiBellaAtbp]

Your mindset is awesome! You’re so admirable! Keep it up! I wish i can the same with my little one!

[@TYZ.AUTOMOTIVE]

👏🏽looking to get a mini for my first car

[@jacksonsmith5490]

What did you go with?

[@TYZ.AUTOMOTIVE]

@@jacksonsmith5490 r56 2007 Cooper with jcw body (side skirts, door frame panels, front bumper, rear bumper & gas cap)

[@YourMajestyTheKing]

Yo the Prius rocks. 5 door mini… should have got the 3 door.

[@belori.e]

This comment I made before watching the video but idk of you put the color type you got it in but what color is it beca on the thumbnail it reminds me of a light pastel yellow kid of but is it like a white color?

[@Edens2416]

This is the exact same car I want!

[@debbiepeter112]

The storage in centre console is not your glove box. It was actually designed for mobile phone to be stored. Also, you bought a "Mini" and are not happy with the fact it's small!!!!

[@puffyluvv]

She literally said she loves it small wth

[@karlinalexandermalls9154]

What the insurance of monthly roughly is??

[@karenyu9932]

I'm paying around $400 as the primary driver and I have a G license since 2018

[@karlrobertson8728]

Hi that’s not a 2019 it’s older, a 2019 model should have full DRL head light and Union Jack rear lights

[@karenyu9932]

Hey! The features you mentioned are only offered for Mini Coopers Premier+ trim. It isn’t a standard feature for Classic and Premier (what I have) trims. This also applies to the Cooper S models! 😊

[@karlrobertson8728]

Karen Yu hey all 2018+ models come standard with drl and Union Jack rear light from factory as where your don’t which tell me its a older model

[@karenyu9932]

@@karlrobertson8728 Hey, I'm basing my facts off the Canadian mini website and my financing documents say it's a 2019 model. I also purchased the car directly from the mini dealership so I don't think I got scammed! Thank you for your concern.

[@brownskingirl5536]

@@karenyu9932 how u gonna tell her what car she purchased lol plus i think the union jack perium stuff comes standard on us models

[@ProGamerKid2000]

@@karenyu9932 off topic but a dealership isnt any less likely to scam you compared to a private party. Youd be surprised to know how shady and sly dealers can be in order to sell

[@kentzheng565]

how much is ur insurance in toronto

[@beggie7781]

Nice

[@FlashySolution]

Never ever keep car documents in the car!

[@sugabuga5]

Me dream car right here

[@chrisjavellana4645]

Thank you for sharing your experience. Hope we can bump unto each other on some Mini Meets.

[@MiggyCR]

If you have the money and don't care about your car breaking down this is a car for you but if you want your car to last don't get a mini it's a money pit they break for no reason and they're very expensive parts and I'm talking about all the models and all the model years and you can drive on the highway with a G2 license in Canada

[@m_ianO]

You need rims

[@sunnight7838]

Am I the only girl that doesn’t like this car??😂😂

[@puffyluvv]

Yeah probably cause why are you here

[@Lia-ij4mg]

130 as in 130 mph😭😂omg girl go head thennn. i hope its different frm u.s

[@karenyu9932]

Michaelia Kitnurse I wishhhhh! The max speed limit on Canadian highways are usually only 100kmh which is like 60mph 😂😂

[@iconic_brokenclan6405]

Yo what is your job then

[@marianolasco1151]

Don’t nobody being in my car 😂

[@Megadave4life]

Ah well no accent no magic I’m to European out here usually lol

[@joyofcoorg]

Snow Rain and Disgustingness 😅

[@kaitlyn.elizbeth291]

I’m debating between a Mini Cooper and an Audi. My mom agreed to co-sign for a car so I can give my brother my current car but I need to save a lot of money. I have a part time job and have to finish school before I can do full time so it will probably be a couple years before I can afford it but I really appreciate the information you give in this video, I’m leaning more towards the Mini Cooper.