Overview & Reviews

For their second season in the U.S. market, the 2003 Mini Cooper and Cooper S will now come with a second remote key and pre-wiring for a dealer-installed alarm system. Anthracite (smoke gray, that is) interior trim is available as a no-cost option for both cars, and the Cooper S is eligible for the high-gloss silver interior treatment found in the base Cooper. Sound systems will be satellite radio-ready this year, and the rear cargo area now has a power point.

• The thrill of owning a piece of history with modern underpinnings, BMW-engineered suspension and steering, chock full of comfort and safety features, hatchback utility, scheduled maintenance on-the-house for 3 years/36,000 miles.

• Not enough horsepower in base model, questionable seat comfort, not much room for passengers and cargo, price goes up quickly with options, limited supply encourages dealer mark-up.

User Reviews:

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  Spot On! - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By ACNMini - May 31 - 10:00 am

  I have owned my Yellow S model for a month now, and I can confirm that this car is nearly perfect. The combination of beautiful exterior design, well executed interior design, build quality, and economy shows that BMW really got this one right. The car can match most sports sedans on a feature- for-feature basis. The S model is NOT an economy car dispite the fact that it gets 30mpg average for me-it is a high- performance sports car in every sense. Pure fun!

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  Sexy, Sassy, & Sweet - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By LieutMoMo - May 31 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car I have ever owned. If you dont like to recieve attention, stares, questions, hoots & hollars from fellow motorists, then this car is not for you. Whether you are making a quick trip to the store or a road trip across the state, the cooper always manages to keep its passangers safe, comfortable, and yerning for more.

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  Luv My MINI! - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By GoofysGal - May 31 - 10:00 am

  Drives well in all weather, even through Texas rain storms. Fun to drive and we love all the attention!

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  My pride & jpy!! - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By UKCheese - May 18 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Mini, had an original one way back when. Cant compare the two tho...the new Cooper S handles those tight corners brilliantly! FUN, FFUN, FUN!! Highly recommended!

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  Look at a VW GTI instead - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By Car enthusiast - May 4 - 2:00 am

  I saw a Mini at the auto show just months before it arrived at dealerships and it felt like a hundred $100k vehicle. When I sat in the vehicle at the dealership, there was an obvious difference in feel from the one at the show- cheap. Its not as small as the original, negating any real association. While the S version is a decent sporting car, think of the base vehicle as a stylish Chevy Metro. The vehicle is fairly priced- before the dealer markup. As of now, neither versions are worth the money. If you wait, maybe you can have one at a more reasonable price (closer to invoice). Want a real value in sporting and luxury in a similar car? Seriously consider the VW GTI.

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  Drive it like you stole it - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By HonoluluDoug - April 30 - 2:00 am

  The essence is this: the MINI Cooper (particularly the S model) is a drivers car. This is the most fun Ive had driving a car, ever. The unofficial motto says it all: "Drive it like you stole it!" Driving it like you have your mom in it is no fun at all, and its worse deal for your mom. Very direct, tight, steering, brakes, and shifting make for a rewarding experience. Choosing a new car is always a gamble, but after two months of driving it like I stole it, I feel like a winner.

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  CooperS - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By cooperS - April 18 - 10:00 am

  Great car, great handling

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  I LOVE MY MINI - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By actorboy3 - April 18 - 10:00 am

  I absolutely love my MINI. Its so much fun to drive and it has a snazzy look.

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  Liked it so much I bought 2 - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By mini4usa - April 18 - 10:00 am

  Excellent room for two adults in the front. Plenty of storage with the rear seats folded down. I have both a 2002 Cooper S, and a 2003 MINI Cooper. The handling of both are superior. The gas milage varies from 25 in town to 33 on teh highway. The dealer has handled all normal service at no cost. Had a windshield replaced under warranty on the Cooper S due to a stress crack. I will by a Cooper Works model when they are available.

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  Mini 2003 - 2003 Mini Cooper
  By beeg - April 18 - 10:00 am

  Have to travel an hour and a half to service, would be nice to have closer dealerships. Have had problems with the engine wanting to stall and exhaust system rattles. Cup holders too small, not overly comfortable on a long ride.