I bought a Mini Cooper Countryman S - Here's why

[@Thesketchmonkey]

A bit of a different video today sharing my new car! Happy to share more videos like this, depends of course on how this is received. Very enjoyable to just go for a ride and talk car design. Probably need to invest in a better mic though lol. Regardless, thanks for watching and sketch on!

[@francoisg3500]

TheSketchMonkey Would definitely like to see more of these vlog style videos!

[@DefinitelyNotEmma]

A nice "little" car you have bought! I think the countryman is one of the few cars (like the Jimny) that really looks good because it's a bit boxy. It's just adorable in my opinion ^^

[@Zyamfier]

Welcome to MINI Country-MAN.

[@gourangabeshai8272]

You have done Vlogging videos before. I like them. But can you please upload some sketching videos. You're always uploading car redesigns

[@beingcreative9503]

Please do a redesign of the mini electric especially the grill much like the 'real' looking grill on the Mach e GT. I think that would enhance the looks of it a lot. Currently it looks like a toy. That flat grill is just meh...

[@boatiestboatface]

"Hi Shmee, I'm guys..." Anyone remember that one?

[@Road370]

No, tell me plz

[@lucasrene1258]

Yessir lol

[@stancuianis296]

Me

[@ainsleyharriott_1849]

Shmee: Sketch monkey: Doug demuro:ThisSsSs is a 2015 Mini couper country man S

[@MylesT111]

Ainsley harriott _1 thissssssss *arms spread wide* is a 2015 Mini Countryman Cooper S

[@ainsleyharriott_1849]

@@MylesT111 YES EXACTLY 😂😂

[@foxesamu]

I’ve had my 2012 Clubman S for 8 years and it’s been a surprisingly great ownership experience - very few headaches and all of them were in the first 3 years (knocks on wood). Congrats and I hope the CM treats you just as well!

[@jayp4114]

My 2008 Mini Cooper S spent most of the time in the autoshop. I'm glad you faired much better. I'd only lease a Mini, never buy one.

[@jb678901]

Just be sure to replace (not flush) your transmission oil at around 80-85K miles and do the timing chain kit replacement at around 95k-105k miles. Also, as this is a DFI engine...change the oil (5W30 full synthetic) every 5000 miles. The turbo four bangers need CLEAN oil. You'll avoid major repairs with some planned maintenance. Do it before it becomes an issue. I have had excellent experiences with our Mini's ('08 R55S, '12 R60 JCW All 4) by following these simple truths. I also run Seafoam at least once a year on the dirty side of the valve cover intake AND also once a year a Dixie cup amount of Seafoam in the engine oil about 300 miles (mileage on full tank of gas/ equivalent) before an oil change. Lastly, fuel injector cleaner or Seafoam (8oz) in the gas tank at least once a year to keep the fuel injectors clean. All together, these treatments consume a can of liquid Seafoam.

[@hercules7164]

Yo, I love my countryman too. I'm so happy to see someone else who enjoys theirs!!

[@_IMNNO]

Owned my R60 for 6years and counting. Can’t believe you got one as well. 👍

[@GlitterGuru]

I have a ‘13 Cooper S and love it; still looks great today too

[@9sunstar9]

I have arrived 2014 mini Cooper countryman. I LOVE my mini, it’s honestly an amazing car. I’m from Miami, and having that car which would fit in any parking spot is amazing

[@mo.q380]

Congratulations on your new car!

[@ChrisAlvarezAlvarezImaging]

I didnt realize you were also in Florida, awesome!

[@azphaltx]

Mini is a really underrated car Brand. My friend is a Mini Tuner and drives an R56 JCW. That thing slaps just as the R53 with the supercharger. Really fun cars with a good amount of tuning potential.

[@KB-bh9hp]

0:18 that women is about to die, isn't she?

[@MillieonaVespa]

Puff the Magic dragon .....oh Yes !

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@MillieonaVespa That's why he cut the video shortly after lol, had to cover up the aftermath.

[@CarGuy-xe9cy]

No. I hope that there is no dents though.

[@AsherPiesman]

Nice to see I’m in good company. We’re getting a Mini Countryman Cooper S next month, but we’re getting the MK2.

[@abuckland93]

I absolutely love my countryman its still a mini at heart but fits my mums motility scooter in the boot I can't stop smiling when I drive the car

[@kasi9673]

For audio issue, coming from fellow Mini owner: instead of the AUX cable and plugging it in everytime you can get some Bluetooth adapter that you plug into AUX and other end into USB (preferably in the glovebox so it is hidden) and you can have your phone with BT turned on all the time and launch eg. Spotify when you enter the car and play music automatically and wirelessly. Easy and cheap solution. :) Congrats on purchuase and good luck with the 1.6 as it can cause issues...

[@_pylon]

I have a Mini Cooper S "05 and didn't have any bluetooth either but a quick fix is a bluetooth transmitter that plugs into the aux port. It connects super quick the second I turn the key. You should consider it! Very inexpensive fix too

[@colladius1610]

Thank you for the information!!

[@ethanshaw7983]

Funny- I was justing looking at these!

[@luxurreview]

I have never clicked on a Sketch Monkey video faster than this one!

[@AB-fp2dt]

Congratulations! I'm really happy for you)

[@voyeur4994]

Great choice, I had one for a loan car while my BMW was getting serviced. Loved it and it's quirkiness. I could have easily kept it over my current car. Congratulations, look forward to more videos like this too 😁

[@pavannagare9383]

0:01 Did I click on wrong video 🤣😂

[@deividasradziunas3696]

Congratulations with the new purchase!

[@landomando5839]

Definitely have been thinking about getting the countryman. I look forward to hearing more about your thoughts on this car. Also, another Floridian as yourself here..never knew that about you. awesome!

[@MrDruid47]

I have a 2019 S All 4. It’s a great car. Take it for a test drive and you will be hooked.

[@jb678901]

For Bluetooth on a mini, check to see if you have an 3.5mm AUX connection in your console tray. Plug in a BT 5.2 dongle receiver ($10) with its male 3.5mm jack and then pair that receiver/dongle with phone. This will pump your phone's music into your car system via this aux input.

[@skylyfeprojects]

Great video ! Thanks for showing us. I literally just picked up a 2019 Cooper S Country man with works and signature package ! Has the JCW works steering wheel and the Shifter. Has the Black leather sport seats. It's DCT which is fine because yea I still have my paid off Project 2021 Type R 🙏 best of both worlds ! Got the Mini for the family my kids and wife ! Congrats 👏 Video of new daily Mini will be posted soon

[@BluFuunk]

I just got mine last Sunday!!!! I love it!!! Even without using the Sport function the Countryman S has GET UP!!!!!!

[@Av-ks8uc]

you should definitely try to figure a way to fit the union jack rear lights in, the current ones look super outdated!

[@cillian.murphy]

Av3570 no

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

Any other Mini owner that knows that car would think it's aftermarket HOWEVER one of the great things about Mini is that it's up to the owner's taste. I personally wouldn't care for the Union Jack lights on any of our Minis that didn't come with them except for possibly our 2 door JCW where the Union Jack lights were introduced as standard in the following year - and then I'd only go for an OEM set (which are about $150 more than aftermarket for the set). Again, to each their own.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

@@cillian.murphy I agree - the R60 tail lights would look odd with the Union Jack - they're too tall to look right (IMO). on the other hand customizing your Mini is what it's all about...

[@saraechevarria6155]

I have a 2015 cooper countryman S and I love it!! It does connect to the car’s stereo or came with Bluetooth integration but not navigation, which is fine. Awesome fun car to drive!

[@Pelleministeri]

I like the checkered side mirrors, imagine the roof having that theme, now that would be old school.

[@batur9645]

I've never considered buying a Mini but now I want one!

[@chedrickmcdaniel630]

Just bought my very first Countryman. Im going to use it as my daily driver. Im 6ft tall and everyone has been telling me i wouldn’t be able to fit in it. Hahahaha. We shall see 🤙🏾

[@MysteriousMatt89]

Congrats on your new car! I really enjoyed this video and would absolutely love future updates! You could do a Q&A Livestream :)

[@LuizMGRamos]

Now you must do a Doug DeMuro impression. PS: 8 Volvo fans disliked the video so far.

[@HJMartinez108]

Love the video format, very casual ambiance/discussion. Congrats on the car as well. Bummer and surprising on the lack of Bluetooth audio not being standard on a ‘15 model year. As an iPhone user, there is a notable different in audio quality when comparing Bluetooth audio and airplay/CarPlay. Going wired is the better option for your upgrade audio system, even if slightly less convenient. Enjoy your car in good health!

[@vincentmaltese7005]

Congrats and best of luck with the new ride!

[@devilinthebelfry7292]

If you drive an automatic Mini you're not getting the full Mini experience. I've driven 2 different Minis in the last 20 years and I'm buying a countyman S all4 right now. Its also a great looking car that doesn't look like the usual carbon copy you see from nearly every other brand.

[@Nigriff]

Sadly they no longer make manual minis. It's a shame.

[@LiterallyHenry]

Looks amazing!

[@injin5557]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣that's a instant classic intro.

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

Excellent choice! Enjoy it, I love my Mini!

[@gergelymihaly199]

I love Minis, they represent a very timeless design, when i see even a 00' cooper it des not look dated.

[@JustGeorgeGG]

Same as Porsche's

[@xander1052]

too bad that since BMW took over, Mini has become the least reliable car company on sale in the UK.

[@bolders9112]

Not a true Mini. Just a bmw using the name to sell and ugly unreliable car

[@xander1052]

@@bolders9112 never heard a more true statement, especially seeing as in the UK they are rated as the least reliable new cars. Friend of mine bought one (to me and his brother's dismay after we warned him heavily) and it broke down the day it arrived.

[@bolders9112]

@@xander1052 Because they are using Peugeot engines and gearboxes

[@GabrielDima98]

I am a CMS owner myself. Nice choice. Hope to see a lot of content with your car on the chanel.

[@Beatboxorigin]

I have an 08 clubman S and it's so fun to drive. If you like Bluetooth audio, there are a lot of good alternatives that you can just plug into the power outlet and aux port. Sounds great too!

[@JJ-sn9ui]

Can you give me some help in watch to search for?

[@CarGuy-xe9cy]

“Hi Shmee I’m guys” was funny

[@solidkreate5007]

LOLOLOLOLOL, he did it! As soon as you said "Hi guys...." I knew what you were doing, I love it!

[@skywalker2852]

This type of video will take your channel to a whole new level. I look forward to seeing how you transform this Mini Cooper and to what you might share about cars you see on the street. You have been quiet about the Cadillac Lyriq design - did I miss a show? Would love to hear your feedback on it.

[@CrusardModding]

Can not wait for the redesign

[@mdukasa]

It might be a little too big for a mini, but it looks really nice!

[@DefinitelyNotEmma]

It's a biggi

[@stinkymart3173]

My dad calls mine a Small

[@retro5407]

I liked that intro 🤣

[@Volvoxc70SWE]

Nice car! I bought one today but a 2016 Cooper S Countryman All4. And i love the car!! I saw that you rest your left foot on the clutch pedal. Try not to do that when your'e not shifting. Just a tip! Have a nice day!!

[@Okkosk]

Good choice! Can you share your thoughts on the F56 JCW some day?

[@roboteen]

welcome to the family!

[@gius4real415]

Congrats man! Always had a sweet spot for the Countryman Cooper S.

[@jm9937]

That faux intro was perfect!! I hit the like immediately and I’m now commenting at the 0:15 mark. 🤣🤣🤣

[@minoassal]

"THISSSS! Is a Mini cou-...wait, wrong channel"

[@evanblackie4049]

Looks nice and a good trim

[@TheHomeExpert5]

I hope you continue to love it and that it does not break like every other mini out there.

[@ismail.1802]

What’s with the intro 😂😂 awesome nonetheless 🤣

[@aminadabsav1060]

In my opinion the Clubman looks more good than this one but everyone with his tastes.

[@naimazwan5952]

couldn't agreed more. I love the Clubman.

[@bolders9112]

its a disgusting piece of design and does a dishonour to the original car

[@aminadabsav1060]

@@bolders9112 who is Clubman or countryman?

[@bolders9112]

@@aminadabsav1060 all of the bmw minis they have made

[@aminadabsav1060]

@@bolders9112 if u don't know the new mini (from 2000) was designed by Frank Stephenson the guy who disegned the McLaren P1 and other legends, he have a KZbin channel. The Clubman follow the design with the normal one but is more longer and spacious

[@mitchelcaeiro]

Mini countryman 2012 can play music thru the phone by bluetooth standard

[@SuperCarcher]

Not the earlier models. I have the 2012 version and it’s the same as his.

[@mitchelcaeiro]

Chris Archer i have the 2012 model and i can play music thru bluetooth

[@amazecalgar8370]

Wat app,do you use for your car sketch’s

[@kreevey33]

Welcome to the MINI fam...R60 for the win

[@dirtylaundry00.]

Speaking of the mini countryman, i saw a green one with a pink titanium exhaust. It did not look good, but sure did sound good!

[@andres070284]

where in South Florida are you ?

[@jakem1126]

Had one for a company car for a bit, thought the handling was awful. Glad to hear that some are OK, I imagine the bigger alloys help

[@sennaayrton318]

Nice, clear and frank video bro

[@rustom1981]

Congratulations 🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊

[@laltluangkimatluanga1763]

Love to see more car designer reviewing cars please we want to see more

[@hofn3000]

I am pretty sure, there are aftermarket Bluetooth modules to plug in to the original stereo by plugs that fit the original jacks. Such as wikii, anycar or yatour. Those systems work fine and you can get rid of the aux cable. BTW we just bought a 2013 RAV4 3rd Gen and this one has Bluetooth phone and streaming within the original system. And this is a toyota!! ;) Oh, and did you know, over here in Germany it is not allowed to tint the front side windows? Looks very good on the mini. Congrats to your decision.

[@gourangabeshai8272]

0:03 A dog running in the background because he is so excited to see himself in Sketchmonkey's video

[@alamcho]

I would definitely watch more irl videos like this one! Nice mini !

[@kanishkarana8331]

A car designer and a KZbinr washing car looks amazing 😂😂😂 Maraune sir u r just great😂😂😂

[@carcreationsyt]

Awesome choice! You should sketch how you would change its looks

My mom drivers a chocolate brown countryman!

[@Deadpoolmasterchief]

Nice car prepare to have it fixed in 5,000 miles

[@Creative_Electronics]

Wow that intro XD Nice video!

[@stephanerey5921]

Having bought a 2013 Cooper S about a year ago - similarly optioned out I had the same issue with not having bluetooth audio and I looked all over for a solution better than having an aux cable dangling around all the time I found this gem www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0131P6P5E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 it plugs into the aux jack and usb input that is under the center stack and recognizes your phone as an "iPod" input for audio and will display track names and let you use the steering wheel and audio dials to go through tracks, its really worth a look and makes life much easier, I keep it tucked in the center stack in a little black pouch that hides it well. Nice looking new car, congratulations.

[@TheDavisDennisShow]

I used to have a Paceman Cooper S! I miss that car...

[@Ray-ro2jj]

Me and my wife have 2 of them lol my wife has the fwd 2013 countryman 6 speed non turbo which sucks but drives nice mine I’m picking up here soon it’s the 2015 countryman all4 s black and red like yours I’m hoping I will like it and where abouts can I find the jcw’s body kit ?

[@emedtamayovarela1707]

What can you say about your wife's car reliability? I just bought one as my first car and the only thing that worries me is the expensive repairs

[@thegooddoctor6719]

Mr. Subject Matter Expert - Thumbs up.

[@shelleyblakelock1563]

I have a 2015 jcw countryman I love it my blue tooth connects to phone and plays music from NZ

[@CullodenCowboy]

Oh dude, you HAVE GOT T REDESIGN THE 2015 MINI COUPE NOW! PLEASE!!!

[@rutviknai916]

It's like beauty and the beast it feels like sporty and luxury......

[@vugidrugi]

I got 2012 Countyman S and it has bluetooth and thats weird that they dont come with that especially with S uprages ...

[@sparklechild]

I just purchased a 2015 mini countryman S all wheel drive. The car is pristine there is no smell of any dampness or mold or mildew inside the car or the trunk not the rug or the seats but inside the window seal it smells moldy and mildewy. I did clean it and there was a lot of black stuff that came out of it. Have you ever heard of this? Help!

[@TalkinAboutTheDude]

Now that I see what you drive, I don’t mind asking you to illustrate a modern Austin American... similarities with a mini but it has different styling you may like.

[@forange_9271]

Witch cars did he had? Civic, mustang, mini...

[@TerceroJorge]

Cool car and cool place! We love Delray beach

[@flewi8982]

Why did you buy a Big mini whats the point

[@mateuszkrol2057]

I love Minis. I love small cars. Congratulations on this choice. In U.S where cars are twice as big than in Europe, this mini has to look extremely cute and cool. Is this brand popular in America?

[@ProjectEurobeat]

TheSketchMonkey's the type of guy to... wait a minute wrong channel

[@jon.yyyuuurrrr9494]

I have this car as well and I love it too but my only problem with it is that I have a bunch of electrical problems which kinda sucks

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

could have been the "footwell module" which is basically the body control module - if your battery was completely dead for an extended period of time that module could have lost it's programming and things like the lights, power windows, etc wouldn't work or would stay on all the time. It was more common in the 2011 and 2012 model years but possible in to 2013. We have a 2013 which wasn't affected. I know there for a while Mini would cover the repair - don't know about now.

[@madmaxforex9181]

How much it cost ?

[@SY-tn2io]

At 1st I thought it was the mk2 Countryman, which, imo, looks awful. The mk1 looks better! Congrats!

[@contagiousingenuityagency5273]

Please redesign the rear end of a gen 1 Honda Insight.

[@TheQuirkyGarage1999]

Hi 👋

[@contagiousingenuityagency5273]

@@TheQuirkyGarage1999 Hi

[@TheQuirkyGarage1999]

@@contagiousingenuityagency5273 everything is good ?

[@contagiousingenuityagency5273]

@@TheQuirkyGarage1999 So far, so good!

[@TheQuirkyGarage1999]

@@contagiousingenuityagency5273 perfectly perfect 👌 I guess you still have the insight ?

[@ghost21501]

You guys own the two cars I cross shopped for my wife. Ended up going with the Tiguan. Did I make the right choice?

[@CaliousOnTube]

The unanswered question is: Why the Countryman over the Clubman, which is a wagon?!?!?!?!

[@P3DROCARNITAS]

Cause countryman better lookin... Duh *This comment was posted by R60 gang*

[@MillieonaVespa]

Maybe for the higher driving position.... who knows ... both are great, ! ....I’d take the clubby myself..

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

Bluetooth audio would have come with your Countryman if you had the Navigation screen. My wife's 2015 Countryman S was equipped with Bluetooth audio and the navigation system (which she or I never used). Her 2013 (which she now owns, less miles and less options but pretty much the same as the 2015) doesn't have navigation and thus no Bluetooth audio. There are adapters to attach to the USB and Aux ports but honestly she just listens to the satellite radio. The odd thing is that with BMW cars around the same year range even if you have navi there's no guarantee that you'll have Bluetooth streaming. And Mini STILL does not have Android Auto support - honestly, that was almost a deal breaker for me getting a new Mini.

[@ashishpeddada7469]

After seeing the second video I can hear the squeaks from the right handrest 😂😂😂

[@Jackofafewtrades]

My 2012 Fiat Punto also didn't have A2DP bluetooth but it did have BT call audio. Super weird...

[@_.incredible_magnum._291]

Can you do a redesign on the 2nd gen Durango?? I think it would be cool