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The Mini Cooper Coupe Was a Quirky Car Designed to Look Like a Hat

The Mini Cooper is a fun-to-drive compact car with razor-sharp driving dynamics and barely enough seating for four. But what happens when you get rid of the rear seat and chop the top? You get a Mini Cooper Coupe. But this fastback Cooper wasn’t modeled after chop-top cars from the 50s, instead, it was designed …
by Joe Santos
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These 2020 Cars Are Plunging In Value

It is amazing that picking the right car or truck will get you more money once you sell it than others. There are certain cars that just take a huge drop even a year after their purchase new.  So why not soldier on with the heap you’re driving and wait until the car of your …
by Thom Taylor
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Mini Cooper driving over a crosswalk
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What’s So Special About Mini Cooper?

Subcompact cars aren’t as popular as they used to be, but brands like Mini are still holding strong. Mini’s legendary Mini Cooper has a quirky sense of style that appeals to many drivers. But what’s so special about Mini Cooper besides its looks? The Mini Cooper and its “go-kart” handling  As we’ve said before, there’s nothing like a Mini. Sure …
by Leigh Fields
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Mini Cooper driving over a crosswalk
Cars

Each of the Most Common Mini Cooper Problems Cost Thousands to Fix

The Mini or Mini Cooper (stylized as MINI on emblems) made its debut in 1959 in Britain. It was initially manufactured by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) until 1994 when BMW acquired the brand. Even after BMW took over production and began featuring traditional BMW characteristics, it remained an icon of the 1960s. Some car enthusiasts consider …
by Russell Latch
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Midsize SUVs

3 Reasons to Avoid the 2021 Mini Cooper

What’s up with the Mini Cooper these days? Is it still a popular compact convertible? At one point, they were cool enough to be in, ‘An Italian Job,’ a bank robbery movie. So, what happened? Why aren’t people into the 2021 Mini Cooper?  Reasons to avoid the 2021 Mini Cooper  1. The Mini Cooper is …
by Allison Barfield
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2018 Mini Cooper S Countryman All4 is on display at the 110th Annual Chicago Auto Show
Crossovers

Don’t Let These Reliable Small SUVs Fool You

Large and midsize SUVs have become incredibly popular in recent years. Thanks to its size, a big SUV is perfect for families or anyone who frequently takes long road trips. However, there are also plenty of small SUVs that are so reliable that they shouldn’t be ignored. A small SUV usually seats five passengers, so …
by Addison White
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A black-and-red 2020 Mini Cooper JCW GP coming out of a blue track-side garage
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The Mini Cooper JCW GP Is a Serious Honda Civic Type R Rival

While the John Cooper Works Minis are genuinely fast and fun, there are a few hot hatches that are even faster. For example, the recently-updated Honda Civic Type R. But for the hardcore driving enthusiast, there’s a new Mini Cooper available: the Mini Cooper JCW GP. And it’s seriously gunning for the Civic Type R’s …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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2020 Mini Cooper SE Electric
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Is the Mini Cooper a Reliable Car?

We love the Mini Cooper because of its unmatched driving dynamics and dashing style. You don’t have to look further than the Mini for a fun-to-drive car that’s ideal for city living. But just how reliable is the Mini Cooper? What Consumer Reports says about the Mini Cooper We can’t deny how fun the original Mini Cooper is, but it has …
by Leigh Fields
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Best Used All-Wheel-Drive Cars Under $10k

As someone who was born and raised in Florida — you know, where it never snows or gets cold in general — I never realized that all-wheel-drive cars and vehicles were for anything other than off-roading. My first all-wheel-drive vehicle was an Audi A7, and it was one of my favorite daily drivers of all …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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2018 Mini Cooper S Countryman All4 is on display at the 110th Annual Chicago Auto Show
Crossovers

You Can Do A Lot Worse Than a Mini Cooper Countryman for a Small SUV

MINI is not typically synonymous with SUVs. Sporty and eye-catching little cars, sure — but SUVs? The name alone is suggestive of a compact car. Yet, there’s the Mini Cooper Countryman, a crossover that’s pleasantly surprising in just about every way. Technically the Countryman is actually an SAV, a Sports Activity Vehicle, but that seems to …
by Chloe Wayne
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2020 Mini Cooper SE Electric
Crossovers

3 Reasons to Pick the Mini Cooper Over the Buick Encore

The Buick Encore is a sweet subcompact SUV that’s ideal for city driving. With the Encore, you get a pleasant, safe, and reliable ride.  There are even a few reasons to choose the Encore over a fan-favorite like the Mini Cooper. However, the Mini Cooper lineup is undeniably fun and distinctive. Here are a few …
by Leigh Fields
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2020 Buick Encore GX parked downtown.
Crossovers

3 Reasons to Pick the Buick Encore Over the Mini Cooper

When we think of fun cars to drive around the city, the Mini Cooper is an easy first choice. Although the Mini is undoubtedly fun, it’s not the most practical option by any means. If you are looking for a compact city driver that offers more value, you should consider the Buick Encore. The Encore …
by Leigh Fields
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An orange 2020 Honda Fit EX-L driving around the city.
Cars

For the Best Value, Pick the Honda Fit Over the Mini Cooper

Admittedly, there is nothing like driving a Mini Cooper. The Mini is pretty much the chicest compact car you can buy that’s ideal city driving. However, practicality is not the Mini’s strong suit, which can make it less appealing to some buyers. If you are looking for a compact car that’s big on value, it’s …
by Leigh Fields
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Red 1965 Mini Cooper S racing in the snow at Monte Carlo
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You Can Make Your Own Mini Cooper Off-Road Racer

You can have fun racing off-road with unconventional vehicles—and the Mini Cooper can be one of them. Just like classic Porsches and Mazda Miatas have been converted for rallying, so can Britain’s iconic hatchback. And not just in the modern day—the Mini starting racing off-road almost from the start. The Mini Cooper’s off-road rally racing …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Tan 2019 Mini Cooper JCW hatchback going around a track
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Are the Mini Cooper JCW Models Worth Considering?

Ownership by BMW has taken Mini quite a bit from its beginnings. Although it still makes the Mini Cooper, the brand has expanded its offerings to include larger cars like the Countryman. And even though it also offers hybrids and EVs, Mini maintains some connections to its past. Particularly in the form of the Mini …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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How to Pick the Right MINI for You

There’s nothing like driving a Mini Cooper. You don’t go for the Mini because it’s the most practical option; you go with the Mini because it’s fun. Because of this, many enthusiasts say that this luxury car deserves to be in a class of its own. Yes, the Mini is a joy ride, but it …
by Leigh Fields
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2020 Mini Cooper: There Still Isn’t Anything Quite Like a MINI

“For drivers who like their cars to be more than mere transportation, there’s nothing else like a MINI.” A MINI Cooper is a great car to have for almost any daily occasion. They are fantastic daily drivers and make great first cars for new drivers getting practice. For a small car, they provide a surprising …
by Alice Chase
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