MINI Cooper S Interior 2010.
(Image: Mini)
OK, your budget is modest, but your car, yes, it is very important to you. You are still single and enjoy sporty driving in a car that also looks good. There is also something for sale for five grand, but you want a used car that won’t let you down all the time.
The used car range is enormous. You can find affordable second-hand cars everywhere at a dealer, via Gaspedal.nl and even on Facebook. Autovisie selects the three best used cars in a segment every week.
Occasion for 5,000 euros
This week we will be looking for a used car for a maximum of 5,000 euros. Don’t like the Mini Cooper? Then take a look at the occasion for next Thursday or Saturday. Or look here for all used cars up to 5,000 euros.
Mini Cooper (2006 – 2014)
Apart from the timeless appearance, where the color combination must match your taste, a Mini Cooper is also an addictive, sporty driving car. It is on many wish lists. Every bend is a kind of challenge, a Mini steers so sharply and precisely. In addition, a Cooper has the added benefit that it also has enough power to play nicely.
There are no complaints about comfort here, nor about space. Also take a look at that dashboard, you won’t find that in any other brand! There is a wide range of used Minis, also from specialists. We choose the beige-and-black Cooper 1.6 Pepper (2008, 168,000 km), which is offered for 4,999 euros by a car company in Nuenen.
You should pay attention to this when purchasing a used car
The 1.6 THP engine has an electronically controlled water pump. If it does not start working when necessary, it can lead to an overheated engine and that can cause major damage. These engines can also become dirty internally and the injectors can wear out and then need to be replaced.
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The electric power steering can fail for various reasons. If that is a seized pump, it will also be an expensive one. The oil consumption of this engine is often much higher than desired. Before purchasing, check whether a modification has been made to the timing chain!
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