Less than one week old. Nothing has gone wrong.
Notice the suspension is not the best, can feel everything on Los Angeles roads.
Would also say the tires are not the best.
After many European cars, the mini is the perfect car for many needs.
Well stated. Have been driving a 2007 MCS for the last year. Nothing of consequence has gone wrong with it. The suspension is rough riding but that is part of the fun. The tires are run flats and definately don't help the ride comfort. I plan to replace with regular performance tires when they wear out and it should help. Happy Motoring.
Rough riding is typical for a car with a very small wheelbase.
I had a Honda del Sol and have ridden in some small 90's hatchbacks, and this is just the way they are.
Yes, get rid of those tires. You want some smooshy comfort tires probably. That will definitely help.
But it is that rattlebox factor and the connectedness with the roads that makes a car like this fun. I miss my del Sol.
If you replace the run-flat tires with regular tires, what is your plan if you get a flat? You'll have to tote around a spare in the hatch.
12:26, just get AAA. If you get AAA-plus, you get 4 free tows up to 100 miles each. Also, if you inspect your tires regularly and keep them properly inflated, it minimizes the risk of a blow out. During long trips, pack a spare (donut). But even then, these donuts are meant to get you to the closest shop to get a replacement tire.
I just have to say that since the car is only 1 WEEK OLD. I would hope you haven't had any problems...
I would not be relieved yet... Let us know how your Mini is doing after 6 months.
I love the Mini, but I also cannot bring myself to buy one due to the problems I have read about online. These things have LOTS of issues that need to be worked out before it's a reliable car in my book.
I'm sticking with SUBARU for its rock solid reliability.
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