Overview & Reviews
The big news for the 2005 Mini Cooper is the arrival of the convertible in both regular and S flavors. Stylish as ever, the drop-top Mini seats four and still has a trunk big enough for a few bags. Other changes include slightly revised front and rear fascias and some reworked option choices. The vanity mirrors are no longer illuminated, a universal remote transmitter is now available and a leather-wrapped steering wheel is now standard. The S version gains 5 horsepower and 7 pound-feet of torque, as well as an external temperature display. Both the five- and six-speed manual transmissions feature shorter gearing this year to improve acceleration. A six-speed automatic transmission will become available on the S versions later in the model year.
- Not enough horsepower in base model, questionable seat comfort, not much room for passengers and cargo, some low-grade interior materials.
User Reviews:
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Seniors love Mini! - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Handy Andy - December 29 - 2:30 pmOur Mini has been a wonderful car. It fits everything that we need to put in it. It is FUN to drive, and we get alot of comments from people who want to know how we like it. Even though we live 125 miles away from the dealer, it is not a problem because the Mini only needs to be serviced once a year Many of our friends and relatives have driven the car and all of them love it. There is alot of room in the front seats. Following the production of car on the internet was great fun.
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excellent - 2005 Mini Cooper
By dustyduckl - December 18 - 10:00 amI have owned a new 1973 Lotus a 1964 Jaguar xke, a 1971 jaguar xj6 and several cadillacs. I find that the Mini is by far the most fun car to drive. Its like driving a go-kart, Which I have also owned. The confort is not the qualty of the cadillac but then how many cars are.
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A Nightmare from Start to Finish - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Molly B - December 7 - 6:53 pmOne good thing about my Mini - its sexy and fun to drive. Well, thats two good things. And thats where the happy story ends. My Mini has had engine recalls, indicator lights fall out (left and right sides), 3 windshield cracks, radiator thermometers explode (twice), random signal lights signaling (i.e. flat tire, check gas cap, service engine) for years on end ("bad computer circuitry"), oil pan leaks, emissions tubes cracked, the metal decal on my steering wheel pop up (twice. who knew that the entire steering wheel has to be replaced when that happens), vanity mirror covers fly off their hinge, battery failures, and more - but Ive run out of room. In short, my Minis been a nightmare.
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One word, "FUN Fun Fun" - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Britishdave - November 21 - 8:30 pmOne drive of this car and you know right away what all the fuss is about. It truely is that good! Thanks to European gear ratios and go- kart cornering, mine has had fun staying up with some expensive metal on the mountain roads this summer. If you know anything about MINI Cooper history, you know that in years to come many of these cars will be tore apart and rebuilt into 300hp plus pocket rockets. They already have 250-280hp aftermarket tuning kits available. Can you imagine? Great mileage, awesome low depreciation values, complete standard features all adds up to a fun car that loves to be driven at a fraction of the cost of competing toys.
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Best Car I Have Ever Bought - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Chuck Cole Sr. - November 16 - 10:23 pmThis Car Offf the showroom flor fits the bill in what i want in a car. Rides great on long trips. The fun factor is way up there. The most bang for your buck. Not only that but the "cute" factor is still there after two years of ownership.
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Wow. Id buy it again. - 2005 Mini Cooper
By jt - October 24 - 11:50 amGerman engineering + classy design. My Cooper S is 600 lbs. heavier than my previous 4 door cars (Jetta, Saturn, Accord) but handles like a fighter jet. The power brings out my lead foot, which hurts gas mileage, but I squeeze 350 miles out of each tank of 93 octane (mostly highway driving on my Manhattan to Warrenvile NJ commute). I considered Hybrids, but their fuel economy evaporates on highway driving. Minis handling and standard features make me feel safer (ABS, traction control, 6x airbags, and a really solid, heavy body.) Street parking in NYC is a dream. I paid $30,000 with all options and have no buyers regret. Consider getting insurance on your tires / rims: run-flats are $250 each. In NYC you will get a flat. I already had one and the insurance has paid for itself.
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mini convertible s - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Dave Lewis - October 10 - 1:10 pmThis is the most fun car I have ever driven. I like to discribe it as a " fast go cart". The car is new ( less than 700 miles), so I have not had any problems. Everybody who has driven the vehicle, has fallen in love with it.
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The greatest car Ive ever owned - 2005 Mini Cooper
By nkasoff - September 28 - 3:16 amI absolutely love my MINI convertible. Ive owned all sorts of cars in the past, and nothing even comes close. I got a base model, the only option was the CVT. Its not a performance car by any means, but I didnt want that - if I did, Id have bought the S. I dont need the speed, or the tickets.
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This car is rubbish - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Montgomery Alphetia - September 21 - 8:50 amDo not buy this car. it is a rip-off and a cheat. The exhuast pipe fell off only one day after i bought it brand new.
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Must have one! - 2005 Mini Cooper
By James - September 21 - 5:33 amThis is the most fun car that I have ever owned.... thank you BMW! Please keep the upgrades coming. The service at the dealership has also been outstanding.
