I BOUGHT A CHEAP MINI COOPER FOR £3,000!

[@archechme]

The guy who listed the parcel shelf on eBay is the kind of guy who will de-ply toilet paper to get twice the amount.

[@markbrennan4693]

Ha ha nice one🤣

[@HighPeakAutos]

😂

[@Where1smyCamera]

Ucccch such a cheapskate!

[@kevwalton272]

or somehow never get his round in!

[@sk1nzsk1nz34]

Last out of the taxi, first into the bar and then nicks bog roll from the loo.

[@wackojacko123]

Alright guys hows it going, welcome back!

[@pauladams2007]

Love your channel mate and watch every one, i wonder if you can help with a problem I've got concerning a number plate transfer,dvl want a code,how do i find it? many thanks

[@The13thDukeofWybourne]

He says back weirdly!

[@cliffwilliams6521]

Well we're here

[@dailyhunter3683]

​@@richardirvine9469You can't get rid of him.😂😂😂

[@lewisbrown51]

It's.... Alright guys, how's it going, welcome baaaaack 👍 Great guy!

[@RetroKingOG]

After 2015 they’ve improved reliability massively! I’ve owned 2016 Countryman for 4 years only had one small issue. No engine issues or transmission issues. Just make sure it is properly maintained if you can afford it! The benefit of Minis are having small tanks, so you never have to spend so much to fillup.

[@fabini14]

After 2014, All F series are good

[@skylined5534]

​@@fabini14 Early cars are also good. Just the older they get the more things get worn out.

[@valkerionrides9879]

Even 2011+ For the cooper S has decent reliability because the replaced that shitty N14 engine with the N18 which made it heaps more reliability.

[@JJHurst]

I'm a driving instructor, on my 2nd F56 Mini cooper, They are Bulletproof little cars but do have foibles, I have bimmer link and a Vgate for registering batteries and clearing codes ( rarely happens). My personal car is an Alfa Brera S and whilst it has more theatre and feel than the Mini , on B roads the Mini is an absolute hoot. I'll be buying another when the time comes. Pupils love driving the little thing as do I !

[@andyparkhouse4157]

Such a quality channel, really watchable, likeable and informative. Great to see an honest and articulate English guy going about his business

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@johng7304]

I’m amazed at how Matt can always tell the brand of tyre from so far away. He’s got super vision.

[@gunnerplaygames2305]

Got a 2016 Cooper S, just love how it always puts a smile on my face, I’ve had days of feeling terrible, rough day at work, and having the dual centre exhaust tips making popcorn noises make me laugh, the pulling me to the back of my chair under acceleration, bearing in mind I’m 23 and before the mini, my most powerful car was a 1.6 tdi seat arona, I can forgive the spine bash going over speed bumps

[@skodakatie7341]

That’s quite a nice and presentable Mini now, it should sell quickly. Seasons greetings and happy New Year to you and your family Matt, I’m looking forward to more great content next year❤.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Merry Christmas

[@markbiggart1265]

As someone who sold minis, the front space was the same as a 3 series so that’s why it never felt small

[@Londonsfinest318]

Had a 2004 mini once, paid £300 for it. Sold it for £500 a year later with 323,000 on the clock on the original engine. Felt like a go kart.

[@zuowang5185]

how much would a 2009 mini be worth? I'm thinking £2000

[@Londonsfinest318]

@@zuowang5185 depends on mileage, condition etc. but yeah I recon around that number

[@randomdaveUK]

​@@zuowang5185 mini cooper? They have the Mini One and Mini First as well. Depends on the spec. £2000 if it's done less than 100k miles, has climate control. Otherwise no, less than that. Also a warning the BMW engines produced between 2007 and early 2010 had dodgy timing chains. They fixed it in late 2010 with the minis so if you're going to get one, get one with a 60 plate or newer and absolutely do not buy an old high milage cooper S under any circumstance. It's like loading a 6 shooter with 6 bullets and hoping for good news at the next MOT.

[@zuowang5185]

@@randomdaveUK looking at one at 95km mileage, replaced timing chain in 2018. Asking £2100. Claim to have full service history and driven by an old lady. Lots of scuff on wheels though

[@randomdaveUK]

@@zuowang5185 is the spec alright? Climate, multifunction wheel? Heated seats and leather at that price range are bonuses not givens. Timing chain being done is a big plus. As you can check the MOT history online is there any incident of an oil leak as an advisory or ongoing? Other big one is advisory emissions failure as the exhaust would then need work soon. I think if you like the spec and can say no to both those MOT questions you've probably got a decent one and that's a good price

[@kelvinogden4073]

My wife bought a 18 year Clubman a few years ago and the quality is so much better than the previous generation that my mates 11 year plate is. I thought she was nuts buying a mini but I’m pleasantly shocked by how good it is. 🎉

[@timk3939]

The F56 feels like a modern BMW in terms of interior solidness.

[@BondRichBond]

Another year passes by Matt. It’s good to see that you’re doing well (hopefully). All the best for Christmas and here’s to 2024. 🍻

[@HighPeakAutos]

I know… time flies. Hope you have a good one

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

I just sold my 2012 Mini Cooper S for just less than $2000 CDN$ what i actually paid for it 4.5 years earlier. It Never let me down once mechanically. It sat outside in -40 weather in Canada and always started first time. I serviced it every 6000 km and replaced the tires and brakes and that was it. Only sold it because i need to tow a motorcycle and as i get older my knees would hurt getting in and out of it. Gas mileage was incredible though. Have a great Holiday Matt !! thanks for all the great videos, and hope the new year brings the dealership continued success for 2024!!!!

[@paultasker7788]

I have a 2012 mini Cooper S convertible. This is the N18 engine which was brought out to fix the rather large number of faults of the N14 (2006-2011). I made sure I got an N18. I quickly found a mini specialist to get the car back into good shape. Still rather complex with lots to fail but most of it is quite affordable. The major service was my biggest bill due to some long life spark plugs . Coil packs and vanos solenoids are regarded as service items in the same way the oil and spark plugs are! Needed 2 coil packs and a new thermostat. The intake vanos solenoid still needs doing as it throws a reduced power engine light every 2 weeks or so which goes out if you switch off an on again and won't come back on for a while. A much better timing chain tensioner should be installed but they've suggested that's changed anyway as a precaution. Some of these parts are surprisingly easy to fix, my specialist recommended I did it myself to save time and money but I won't because I am not good with mechanical stuff. Much better at using electrical diagnostic tools which probably fooled them into thinking I was an expert. I'll take it in sometime soon. Then the suspension components needed doing. On the upside because it's not from the North east the specialist said I had the best subframe he's seen! And also the best driving example

[@Godot28]

To open the bonnet on these minis you have to pull the bonnet lever twice in quick succession to pop it.

[@timk3939]

And lubricate the catches, as I found out, otherwise the plastic handle can break internally. Other than brakes needing replacing that's the only other issue I've had with mine in 2 years and about 15,000 miles.

[@oliverstemp9132]

I can’t believe these are nearly 10 years old. I have a Clubman, and you’re right, you do have to be in the mood for a MINI.

[@paultasker7788]

As a driver of an 11 year old cooper S convertible I agree. They are built to be involving to drive not easy. So if you're exhausted this is not the car to drive. If you're fresh and in the mood for a bit of point and squirt fun it's great fun for the price. My mark 7 golf can probably keep up and does the exact same journey with next to no effort. The mini feels like you've gone much faster, had to drive the thing. In many ways feels more like a classic.

[@oliverstemp9132]

@@paultasker7788 the mini has a bit of attitude, it always feels like it wants to go faster. 😂

[@gamesmaster1060]

​@@paultasker7788That's why I like my fiesta so much, feels like it can do both

[@Rossbott1964]

My sister had an early cooper s i recall it was a 52 plate so a long time ago ! Anyway she let me take it out one day for a spin and bloody hell they move !! I think I drove about ten miles before I had to stop for a change of underwear! 😂….anyway I’m off for a beer or ten so I’ll wish Matt and all you other cool doods at High Peak Autos a very merry Christmas and obviously a prosperous new year and not to mention gallons more top notch videos 💪

[@HighPeakAutos]

Happy Christmas!

[@peterbustin2683]

The B48 engine in the 3rd series F56 Mini, is great. I have a 2.0 Cooper S, with 178K on the clock, and the only thing, apart from regular servicing, that ive put in it is half a litre of engine oil. Best car ive ever owned!

[@DiscoFang]

Astonishingly good cars. I think they're the hidden gem of the used car market. So many people (including Matt here) equate them with the horrors of the previous models where they're light years ahead. It's also one of the few cars I'd choose the auto over the manual. The Aisin conventional auto with the JCW optional upgrade (paddles and gearbox mods) is superb.

[@peterbustin2683]

@@DiscoFang Yes, im changing to the new JCW in around 6 months, as my Cooper S is nearly 5 years old - it should have covered around 225K miles by then.

[@JP-bh7wb]

@@DiscoFang I completely agree with you, such nice cars in a small package - whats not to like? Unfortunately everyone is caught up on the idea that MINIs are 'unreliable' and 'nothing but problems' when they've never tried a F56. So much stupidity in the comments but glad you are sticking up for these really underrated little cars

[@randomdaveUK]

​@@JP-bh7wbit's not just minis, BMW ballsed up the engines between 08-2012 (2010 fix for Minis). The unreliability tag is going strong because the cars in this price range that are uncared for usually have issues. You're right the newer engines are fine

[@timk3939]

That's the main reason I bought mine, the B series engine. Far fewer problems reported than the older ones.

[@originalchill]

Great video Matt 👍🏻 I’m always amazed how these cars can look so different with a little TLC! The upholstery guy and valet guys are well worth the money 👏🏻👍🏻 have a great Christmas 😀

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Upholstery and valet guys work for nothing. I don't know why they even bother.

[@oWR3CKL3Zzo]

Probably on the original clutch 😂

[@robineldridge7653]

Thanks for this latest video and for the regular supply of great content, information, advice and humour. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and healthy and prosperous new year.

[@connclissmann6514]

My daughter is still driving a Mini All 4 One 2013 bought in Birmingham and it still goes great 10 years later. Needs servicing and the like as most ICE cars do, along with the usual tyres and wipers but there have been no tragic high cost items. You underspent? I am immediately heading to a darkened room to lie down and get over the shock!! All the best over the festive break and thanks again for all your content that has cheered me so often in 2023.

[@paultasker7788]

3rd gen so far does well in reliability surveys. Big improvement on 2nd generation. Big price premium over 2nd generation reflects that especially as a convertible. So we could only afford 2nd gen. They did improve the famously unreliable prince N14 engine in 2011 with the N18 but having owned a 2012 for 6 months you have to accept that solenoids and coil packs are service items in the same way oil is. Mine so far does not burn oil. Still nearly at max on dipstick These items from a specialist are not costly, the spark plugs being the most expensive part. And yes they're heavy to drive and compromised but they also can get under your skin as they're involving and eager. The polar opposite of our other car a golf mark 7 which is easy, comfortable refined but somewhat numb to drive.

[@Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark]

Regard the head gasket that was the 2nd generation not the 3rd generation. They don’t seem to have issues as far as I know I own a 16 reg f55 mini hatch cooper D automatic it’s the previous generation before 2014 that had that head gasket issue 2007 to late 2013 then early 2014 sports model had some issues but late 2014 they fixed it and are massively improved had no issues with mine so far apart from tyre pressure gage issue as said mine is 5dr 2016 hatch automatic cooper D

[@danieljohn64]

My wife loves minis. We’ve had a cooper and changed about every part possible to keep it running. When we sold it, it must surely have been the newest oldest mini out there! Nice black high neck top btw, is that item for sale in your merchandise shop?

[@WhiteZenith]

the Mini of Theseus

[@stevenjake]

Good little profit (it is allowed!). These vidoes have been a weekly highlight. Cheers Matt. Merry Christmas!

[@richardhargrave6082]

Another good video, Matt. £225 is pretty good for a pair of Michelins, I like it that you fit decent tyres, a lot of traders fit cheapos or part worns that need immediate replacement so 👍👍 As a viewer, I'm slightly disappointed with the lack of overspend, but the business comes first. Have a great Christmas

[@danyal2372]

Right I can’t understand that part . Most of us actually use part worn tyres ourselves hence we do it to other cars we sell 😂

[@richwilliams9895]

Nice to see decent tyres fitted. Part worns a MOT tester who is quite fussy on tyres said that you could be buying someone elses trouble, as there is always a reason they are part worn. They could of come off a scrapped car and not checked, could of been reason car was crashed or replaced early as they were crap. We generally only replace when worn to about 2mm, damaged or we dont like them.

[@skylined5534]

​@@richwilliams9895 While I understand that I can't think of anyone in their right mind who'd buy a car and replace the tyres straight away 'just in case' if the tyres are at least 3mm or above. Using existing tyres on a used car is no difference from buying part worn tyres with one caveat: I bought some part worns once which someone had used a regrooving tool to 'retread' them. They went straight back and I got a refund. I also reported the seller though fat lot of good that probably did!

[@TC.C]

It’s great to hear your comments and opinions on the Mini Cooper. It sounds like it’s a solid even at 120k miles. Merry Xmas to you!

[@clubbi911]

F56 is a good reliable car if you go to the services and take care of it 🤗

[@hyraxhd3011]

Thanks for your 3 Videos a week this year. Always look forward to watching them after work. Merry Christmas Matt!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. Merry Christmas

[@richardshaw1968]

Of this gen we’ve had a cooper (like this) clubman, countryman now a cooper s convertible. So much better than the first gen ones. Never had any issues.

[@philryan7254]

Hi Matt great video, just thought I let you know I have one of these, mine is a 2018 1.5 with a JCW pack so it's nice to see your one still looks good with that miles on the clock good luck with the sale it probably won't take long..cheers Phil from Newark

[@burtuppercut]

Never tap the watch later tab when your videos pop up, instant viewing. Looking forward to more and more.....

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. I appreciate it. Merry Christmas

[@sandwormgod4771]

Massively underspent!!!!!! WHAT!!!! TYRES!!!!! Still not bad, Merry Christmas Matt.

[@raphhh8805]

I've driven this particular model and it's such a great car. Handles great, good amount of power, is really fun overall really

[@Stop..carry-on]

The old chestnut of removing spare tyre or the tyre repair goo and pump is the normal dirty trick I’ve noticed when looking at cars.

[@nothingmuch.3014]

The tyre repair goo normally has an expiry date. Watch out for that, too

[@mikedeman5351]

The Vredestein tyres (you have one on the rear passenger side ) are made in Holland and as quite good. They have scored well in tests. Suitable for most run-of-the-mill cars, but probably not for high performance cars. Good value for money but not a brand that everybody knows . . . .

[@graemef7172]

Best budget all weathers.

[@Roadkill7878]

Hi Matt. The key fob batteries fail quite bit on this mark of Mini. I had several batteries go. I think the fob is sensitive to a voltage drop. I started using Renata batteries and ever since I have had no issue. I hope this helps

[@paultasker7788]

At least the battery is easy to fix. Try doing that on the 2nd generation. It's soldered onto the motherboard. Absolutely ridiculous piece of design

[@Brian-om2hh]

My Golf key fob could eat batteries. Renata batteries seemed to last the longest......

[@Roadkill7878]

@@paultasker7788 yes I know my wife had one. The engines on those were awful and drank oil

[@kaml1369]

I have 2013 Mini OneD; I bought it when it was a year old, and it passed its MOT first time every time every year. Mainly because I’ve treated it with respect and never ragged it. I’ve only done 58k miles, and road tax doesn’t apply due to its emissions. I just gave it to my daughter as I don’t have the heart in selling a decent, reliable and cheap to run car. The Mk II Minis are only reliable as how one treats it.

[@jonathanmoore994]

I keep coming back to the idea of a Mini. It's the car that got away. I 'almost' bought one in 2006. I went to the Mini dealership to see one being advertised and was ignored for ages by the salespeople who were all chatting up couples, and ignored me standing there alone waiting to be served and ready to buy. So, I went to Mangoletsi and came home with a bright red Alfa 147! That was the second time - the first time was 15 years earlier, in the 6th form. Everyone had a Mini (a proper Mini) and I somehow ended up with a MK2 Escort.

[@keithlivingstone2525]

We bought a 2002 Mini Cooper in London a few days after 7/7 in 2005. Owner decided to relocate to Devon due to the bombings. Being from NI (flew over and drove it home) the threats never bother us. It was a really well specced car and we paid £8k for it. Fantastic car. Drove it for 3 years and added 25000 miles onto it….and sold it for £8150. Loved that wee car.

[@HighPeakAutos]

That was a great buy

[@sandersson2813]

He relocated because of bombings? 😂😂

[@keithlivingstone2525]

@@sandersson2813 He did. He had a young family and his business was online so they decided in a few days they would move to Devon. If I remember correctly they already had a holiday home there but this was to be a permanent move.

[@HighPeakAutos]

@@sandersson2813 I know a few people who relocated after 7/7… why is that weird? I’d have done the same I think

[@antoni7107]

@@sandersson2813 Given the amount of terror attacks after 7/7 and rising crime in London, i don't see how thats something to laugh at

[@welshman64]

have a good christmas , love your honest reviews.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿⛺️🚙

[@HighPeakAutos]

Merry Christmas!

[@johnwebster6360]

The ups and downs of running a business. You do it in style Matt

[@hammo1935]

That’s a great car to sell on and at £5.5k will make a fab car to own. We have a 2015 Cooper S 2.0 auto. It’s brilliant. We would never be without a Mini in our household, especially as we live in Weardale with all those hills and beautiful scenery.

[@derekgibson9834]

Happy Christmas Matt. Thank you for another year of excellent reviews. Wishing you a very successful 2024 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@HighPeakAutos]

Merry Christmas

[@garymarkham4538]

Got a 21 year old mini. Picked it up a few months ago for £1100. It’s aim is to be a fun car to drive on my days off, within my budget. Some people want a Lamborghini or a Ferrari, but give me a mini any day. It’s fun, cheap, and nowt to worry about 😀

[@travisnmv1412]

I bought my 2015 for 11,000 dollars about 2 years ago… im in love

[@dadada1999]

Still a nice bit of profit mate thats the main thing!! Happy Christmas mate, look after yourself!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Same to you

[@stuartleonard1060]

Can't believe the guy with the ev golf was selling parcel shelf and leads on ebay. What a cheap skate. Nice mini.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I’ve had a few cases of that. Unbelievable

[@petersmitham8273]

Matt would make a good politician….saving the planet single handedly….he’d get my vote….🎉❤…Merry Christmas..

[@shieldaigbencher]

I don't like the Mini hatch but my wifes Mini Clubman Cooper S All Four automatic is really good. 2017 model.

[@tonyo6672]

Looks like a good buy Matt! As its a Cooper, the profit could come, JUST LIKE THAT 😊 That would be magic.

[@user-mg8pj8vl2g]

Superb cars we have the Countryman Cooper S with additional JCW extras. We find it comfortable and more than fast enough. Handles well too.

[@maxrockatansky1772]

if only all car traders were as honest and genuine....merry xmas..

[@NGMonocrom]

Nicely done, Matt. As far as that EV Golf which we don't get here in America, I would have simply had one of my employees order the missing bits from that the seller which should have been included when he sold the hatchback to you. Then, simply had the employee say they never arrived. Have the employee do a credit-card charge-back on his card, get back all the money. Simply keep the bits that were shipped over from eBay. Give said employee a nice bonus at the end of the month. In fairness, doubt you'd ever do anything like that, Matt. And, I do deal openly, honestly, and fairly when it comes to business transactions. But when it's clear I'm dealing with someone blatantly cheating me, I have no qualms when it comes to *correcting* the situation.

[@supergran70]

Hi Matt... I hope you haven`t massively overspent on the Christmas presents .. Have enjoyed your videos. Best wishes for 2024.

[@stygianhoplite]

I wish we had dealers like you here in the states. Taking the time to fix even small things easily overlooked like water leaks, interior hiccups, broken switches, and cosmetic blemishes whereas the chumps here will tell you a car with non-functioning brakes.... " It just drives like that; they all do. But here's a $4000 warranty that you could buy."

[@johnnunn8688]

I was thinking I should pick you up, for doing the CarVertical ad while sitting with the engine idling and causing global warming. So, that ad is SO much better, thank you, Matt and a very merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@Sammash23]

The golf EV story is crazy!! Honestly who does that!?

[@johnayres2303]

My Yeti needed a new tyre and to match the rest it needed to be a Michelin so that’s what I got thanks to you.

[@carlconner1166]

This is a true good man frist class vids always godbless you always and all the lovely people on here and a merry Christmas and happ new year to all

[@HighPeakAutos]

Merry Christmas

[@zzhughesd]

Orange 2.0SD facelift was cheap ManHeim last year. Left it. Bought a 595 Abarth as stock instead. Less problems Petrol car vs diesel car

[@gabormark2294]

Basically oil and filter service plus cleaning was invested. Something that normally has to be fone as well. Except the seat leather

[@gwengo4167]

I’m with you when you said a 10 year old car is an X or Y reg 😂. Great video as always and that’s a great looking mini, even with bold tyres 😁. I think a couple of good tyres on that would be at the very least £300 😬

[@Oceans_Sail]

In my mind a ten year old car is a K reg or L reg !

[@skylined5534]

I was absolutely crushed the other day to finally realise a 62 plate is no longer 'a couple of years old!'

[@Fractal379]

What a great bargain. I was very surprised by how low the itemised bill was, well done.

[@Waynejack2373]

yeahhhhhh Thats 22 mins of my friday evening sorted :) , cheers mate & Merry Christmas :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. Merry Christmas

[@markmundy3435]

Well gotta come clean, I called this one all wrong within the first five mins, was expecting the true to form "I've massively over spent". One to tell the grandkids about the time Matt came in under budget.

[@lollyvision9966]

Love the style of your videos, the way you "chat" to us as if we are in there with you. Question about your website, why don't you use the imagery you use in these videos. You always show off the car with beautiful rolling hills behind the car. And on your website, for your photos of the sellable vehicles, it's a brick wall, some metal railings, and a double yellow line! Anyway, keep up the good content. J

[@HighPeakAutos]

If I had the time I would take them all somewhere scenic for photos but it’s always a rush

[@saddoncarrs6963]

Another excellent review, Matt. Black car, blacked out windows, black wheels, black interior, black floormats - with a tiny union flag. Reflects the mood of the nation, I suppose. Nice to see you out in the A8 - lovely car.

[@martinthompson54]

Hi matt, i was going to say about the tyres they were very low, good luck with the wee car, from marty in Belfast northern Ireland God bless and merry Christmas.

[@stephenhulbert3500]

You have a great memory Matt, you can always remember the list of things that needed to be done, even things they haven't billed you for! Have a great Christmas :)

[@deaks25]

Hopefully this returns a decent profit margin so Matt can continue his crusade to save genuinely lovely cars like that Z3. Certainly a lot of car for the money as well.

[@adambradley8645]

Great little video Matt, and hopefully a decent margin with no overspend 😃 Have a lovely Christmas Matt, atb to you and your family 👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Fingers crossed! Merry Christmas

[@lear60man]

My oldest kid bought one of these after I told him not to. Years later and many thousands at the shop, it ended up in our driveway after he leased an Accord. So I bout some gaskets, seals, tune up kit and spend a weekend wrenching on it. Wife and I would dart around our neighborhood on Sundays grinning ear to ear. He almost donated it to charity until I told him it was running great after I fixed all the deferred MX. Ended up selling it. Miss that stupid car.

[@virgilrytaar9083]

My 1st 'flip' during lockdown was a £280 2005 Cooper sold for £1295 after a mega clean and gearshift cables

[@jovialgent9963]

Daughter wants one for as her first car in Jag racing green. Much cheaper than her mother!

[@colinjones2505]

Always liked the look of the 'new' Mini, and have considered several times, but always hearing about inherent and expensive problems that keep cropping up with them, so it's always a no sadly. My Skoda Superb est.that I purchased in April, came with no luggage cover, no umberallas that hide in the front doors, no factory fitted mats and even the handy ice scraper hiding on the fuel flap had been retained, all presumably by the previous tight arsed owner. Dealer replaced the lot for me which cost them several hundred pounds, with no response from the previous owner, but as ever, virtually everyting on 'back order'Probaly the type that takes all the light bulbs when he moves house too. Why?

[@DiscoFang]

This 2014 onwards model is COMPLETELY different from the previous models and their Peugeot engines. But not just the engine, the rest of the body and interior construction and materials is next-level quality.

[@timk3939]

@@DiscoFang Yes they are an awful lot better by all accounts.

[@rogerb68]

Merry Christmas Matt..🎅 Thanks for another great year of honest videos, looking forward to many more in 2024..😁

[@virangaabeywickrema3901]

Beautiful car, I had one for a few years and the 3.4 V6 is notoriously long lived. Would buy one again in a heartbeat if they weren't quite so inflated in price.

[@davidknowles5519]

My daughter had one before her twins came along then it was totally useless, in the three years she had it it needed two new bonnet release cables as they snap very easily. Still she loved it so did I secretly

[@JP-bh7wb]

What year was it?

[@davidknowles5519]

@@JP-bh7wb 2011 in Black

[@andljoy]

i have that little 3 pot in my 318i , if you give them a good spanking they perform very well.

[@brickus1249]

Hi Matt, Merry Christmas to you and yours. You were probably "negged out" because it was cold and getting near the end of the year. We tend to put the cart before the horse at these times. An old mate of mine used to say that "The profit is in the buying." so if you buy them right there should be enough left for that nasty word "profit" in the end. Enjoy your break if you take one and come back refreshed in the New Year.

[@stepjamie]

How did the Mini pass the MOT with the original tyres that were an advisory on the previous MOT? Regarding the VW EV Golf, how RUDE of the owner to hold them back to then sell them with an attitude, as you say "that is what some of the publican like". Keep going Matt, you are your work and attention to detail is refreshing.

[@robertwalker1742]

Thanks for all the movies Matt, look forward to every one, best wishes for 24.

[@99AmethystZJ]

Merry Christmas and happy new year Matt, enjoy some time off..thanks for another year of vids🎄👍

[@In_memory_of_Dad]

Well done Matthew, im very proud of you...

[@hughmcbean279]

MX5 Roof down unless it's raing or snowing.

[@ianbarnes961]

Same on my Mini Roadster. If I can keep the speed up, rain isn't a problem either!

[@LosihoTTT]

Nice save, and looks great now. Thanks for the videos this year Matt, all the best to you & yours for the Christmas season.

[@Almightyboj]

Hey Matt! Mixed feelings about this purchase, I love the car as I had the same Mini (but the diesel version) for 3 years and absolutely bloody loved it! However it was a nightmare to sell, I got it for £6k retail from a car trader at 75k miles and couldn’t sell it for £5k at 85k miles last summer.. had to part with it by selling it to the same trader for a big loss as I couldn’t wait for months to sell it privately .. Good luck and happy holidays mate 🎄🤞🏻

[@jamescornick8739]

Can I ask why you thought you would get more than you were expecting when it’s three years older and 10k more on the clock?

[@Almightyboj]

@@jamescornick8739 Comparing prices with same model, options and mileage plus the used car market was up like 40%. Also ULEZ zone got extended and I was living in zone 2 at the time.

[@yashmann]

3 years and 10k miles, only losing 1k is pretty good in my eyes.

[@Mauro.787]

Remember when the battery dies, a lot of the codes most likely got deleted and you need to drive the car X amount of miles to reset it

[@MrMontage4]

Had a Mini of the same generation, only Mini dealers have the codes for a service requirement, you can get it serviced at a specialist and it still shows it's overdue. Terrible to verify without the paperwork but I wouldn't worry about it, still good to get it checked by someone trustworthy though

[@nothingmuch.3014]

Anyone can reset the service lights, using a KZbin video. But if you want to update the digital record, you need to use either a dealer, or independent service centre, who has BMW diag. software

[@BRMCaptChaos]

I'd personally rather have no tread than some on mismatched rubbish. 3x Vredesteins (good tyres in this weather) is cheaper than 4 landsails. A8 is the star of the show though...😊

[@samrogers596]

I love your videos and if/when I need to buy myself my next car I will certainly check your stock out on your website! I have one request in the meantime, when you total up your spend at the end of the videos, can you put a graphic on screen to make it nice and clear? Thanks and keep up the great content!

[@steve5772]

I used to get people like that "forgetting" to return parcel shelves, sat nav discs, and anything else that wasn't nailed down in their lease car. They used to tell every story going when we marked it down as not present. Well done, you're going to get £50 for it on ebay, and the lease company is going to charge you for a new one from the main dealers. Then they'd accuse us of stealing them. 😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahha yes exactly

[@stephandolby]

I'm glad you didn't mention go-kart handling, somebody out there must have been waiting to tick that off their Mini bingo card.

[@HighPeakAutos]

I don’t like those cliches

[@7649angel]

Thank you. Love these videos. Have a happy Christmas.

[@michaelrobson3460]

Feliz Navidad. Best to you and yours. Thanks for the channel and all your hard work.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. Merry Christmas

[@timk3939]

Not a bad car that, I have a 2016 with basically the same spec. except slightly nicer seats, it has the Chilli pack. Also LED headlights, not sure whether this is due to the Chilli pack or being a 2016 model. The F56 Minis are a lot more reliable than the older ones, the only issues I've heard of with that engines are the bearing shells, which were upgraded after 2015 for the 1.5 petrol, but don't think many cars actually had a problem. I think the other engines are reliable too, much better than the old Peugeot engines which self destructed, or the older BMW ones with timing chain problems. It can do a genuine 60-65mpg at around 60mpg, and about 50-53mpg at 70mph, driven carefully, in good conditions. 40-45 around town. I wish the steering and chassis was more communicative though, it is grippy as you said but there is no road feeling. The ride is on the firm side but not too bad, it actually feels great on the motorway, it smoothens out a lot, and has enough power and torque to cruise fairly effortlessly. £20 a year road tax too on the 1.5 petrols made before 2017. Yes the bong is irritating, from memory, I think you can program it to have the Rolls Royce chime using some of the OBD diagnostic tools. I would imagine the Rolls Royce one is very soothing. I would recommend using the correct oil though, it is from Shell, ECT 0W-20 something or other, about £50 for 5 litres, and with the direct injection turbo petrols the correct oil is a must to prevent deposits and other issues, in my mind. Some other oils can cause excessive deposit buildup, as fuel no longer lubricates the valves as it did in pre direction injection engines. Also there is LSPI (low speed pre-ignition), which the ash (ZDDP etc.) in some oils can promote, not sure how much of a potential problem the LSPI is with the BMW engines though. I just changed the rear pads on mine after an MOT advisory for the handbrake (it passed by 1%), not sure what crap was put on before, but the pads fell apart when I pulled the top of the caliper off. Oopsie. Will change the front ones ASAP just in case.

[@ianevans3619]

Merry Christmas Matt , thank you for the outstanding videos you put out , keep them coming 🎄

[@chrisubels]

So sad that the parcel shelf thing was your first encounter with the E-Golf... I own one and I love it! 😊

[@mohammedammar5439]

Great timing in time to enjoy some food and watch , love these videos . Hope you include more of taking it to mechanics and other clips like did previously on BMW z3

[@swirlgalaxy]

Happy Christmas Matt!! Hope you have someone special to spend Christmas with!! As honest as you are, you certainly deserve deserve it! Big hugs from Kenny Ohio USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!