Used MINI Mini for sale near me (with photos) (2024)

FAQs

Are old MINIs worth buying? ›

Mini saloons from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s are generally much less collectable, unless they're Cooper editions – which is why they're perfect if you're buying your Mini to use rather than as an investment. If you want to consider something a little bit more unusual, then there is of course the Mini Moke.

The most reliable Minis are those that have been produced from 2015 up to 2021. However, if you go by consumer reports, the best used Mini Coopers are those made between 2018 and 2021. The price of a used Mini Cooper depends on the model, make, year, and mileage of the vehicle.

Typically, a MINI Cooper Coupe will survive around 225,000 miles. The car might die before or after this point - much of it depends on the effort you put into the machine. The harder you work at maintenance, the more time you will spend on the road and money you'll keep in your pocket.

How much is my MINI worth? MINIs are known to hold value very well, being reliable, well-made, and in demand. You should expect a very low depreciation rate — read on below for more details. There are a number of things you can do as a careful owner in order to achieve a good price when you sell your MINI.

The 1st generation (R50/R53) Mini Cooper is known for premature clutch wear and failure. This typically occurs between 40,000-60,000 miles on vehicles built from 2001-2006. The root cause is due to an under-designed single-mass flywheel and weak factory clutch that cannot handle the torque of the supercharged engines.

Specifically those built between 1959 and 1967 with the 848cc engine have the highest Classic Mini value. The mini's built after 1969 are less collectible due to not being as rare as well as some changes in the exterior with concealed door hinges and different windows.

Yes, Mini Coopers are expensive to maintain. However, there are ways to mitigate the inflated ownership cost. Mini Coopers are premium cars. That's relatively rare in the subcompact car class, which means their maintenance and service fees might seem excessive compared to the market.

The Mini is a 55-year old car really, in design terms, and is becoming rare, especially in rust-free condition. Cheap they won't be as any true classic won't be cheap. A 1966 Mini 850 just sold for £9700 local to me this week. An MGA sold for around £23000 and an MGB in decent condition will be a minimum of £6000.

MINI Coopers are, for the most part, reliable vehicles. However, they do suffer from a high frequency of costly repairs, primarily due to the heritage of the powerplant nestled beneath the bug-eyed hood.

Are classic MINIs unreliable? ›

As with many classic cars, the Classic Mini can experience electrical issues, including faulty switches, unreliable wiring, and corroded connections. Regular inspections and cleaning of electrical connections, along with upgrading to modern wiring and components, can help improve your Mini's electrical reliability.

For new drivers we would suggest buying a post 1983 model. The most important aspect of buying a Mini for your first car, is to take your time in choosing it, what glitters on first inspection may not be all its cracked up to be.