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Review of the 2008 Mini Cooper

2008 Mini Cooper S

Price Range $21,200 to $25,400

suitable for: Diapers
School
Teens

19 to 26
City MPG

29 to 34
Hwy MPG

4 Seats
2 Rows
2 Latch Connectors
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Despite its small stature, the Cooper offers an abundance of character. I wouldn’t call it “cute,” because it does have some machismo to it. Actually, I think the Cooper is a flirt. The rounded headlights seem to be winking at you. The heavy doors smack you on the bum if you don’t get into the car fast enough. I think I’m onto something here.

Seriously though, the Mini Cooper S that I test-drove came with black bonnet stripes that add to its racy-rally appeal. Shiny chrome accents give it just enough sparkle. There’s a circular theme on the exterior that’s carried out subtly but effectively. Lastly, the Cooper’s low profile makes it easy for the kids to get in and out of the car without any scrapes or bruises.

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key exterior: Features

  • Black fender flares
  • Headlamps with delay-off
  • Keyfob all doors remote keyless entry

available exterior: Colors

  • Astro Black Metallic
  • British Racing Green Metallic
  • Chili Red
  • Dark Silver Metallic
  • Laser Blue Metallic
  • Lightning Blue Metallic
  • Pepper White
  • Pure Silver Metallic
  • Sparkling Silver Metallic
  • White Silver Metallic

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