"Used Mini Cooper: There's Two Ways
To Pay Wholesale Prices!"

Powering the standard Cooper is a 1.6 liter inline four that produces 115 horsepower, while the supercharged Cooper S pumps out 163. Used Mini Cooper models can be found with either the standard 5-speed manual transmission or the optional continuously variable transmission (CVT) with an automanual mode.

These models have proven to retain their values over time and have become very popular used cars.

If you are considering a used model, here's some of the more significant year-to-year changes to help you make your choice:

2003: Due to its initial introduction late in the 2002 model year, the Mini Cooper was nearly unchanged. Sport Package options added an antiskid system and increased wheels size to 17 inches on the Cooper S, or 16-inch on the base Cooper. Also, the standard CD player was given an auxiliary MP3 player port. And late in the model year, a John Cooper Works tuning kit became available which increased the Cooper S engine output to 200 horsepower.

2004: Again, few changes. A digital speed readout under the tachometer became standard, as did a rear power socket. And optional Sport seats were offered in beige leather, in addition to blue and black.

2005: A convertible body style was added to the lineup, with a power top and a heated rear glass window. And all Minis had headlight, taillight, and grille revisions.

2006: No significant changes.

2007: The Mini gained slightly more power in 2007 and size was marginally increased, while the convertibles maintained the earlier generation's design. Also new was a six-speed automatic transmission, which replaced the continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) as an option on all but the base convertible.

In addition, a new convertible Sidewalk package was introduced that included unique alloy wheels and upgraded interior and exterior trim.

2008: Midway through the model year, a new and larger body style debuted called the Clubman. It's a 9 inch longer hatchback with a 3 inch longer wheelbase.

2009: The Mini Cooper Convertible was totally redesigned, getting the same all-new platform as the hatchback and Clubman. The performance-oriented John Cooper Works model was also introduced with boosted output in the turbocharged engine, upgraded brakes and unique interior and exterior styling accents. In addition, stability control was made standard for all Mini Coopers.

Gas mileage performance continues to be a big plus, with up to 32 combined mpg for the base model and 29 combined for both the S and John Cooper Works.

Overall, we feel the Mini Cooper makes an excellent choice as a used car purchase for those who value handling and performance, uniqueness and fuel economy. And we can suggest two ways to help you pay wholesale prices when buying one.

Can we help you when searching for a Mini Cooper?

ONE: We'll buy one specifically for you at one of the Dealer-Only wholesale auctions we regularly attend, per your personal specifications.

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TWO: You can go to wholesale Public Car Auctions yourself in your own area to often get an even below wholesale price. While this will take some additional time and effort on your part, there are indeed outstanding opportunities for those who shop these events.

Here's some additional information on locating these auctions and the key issues in using them to your advantage: Find A Mini Cooper At Public Car Auctions In Your Area.

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