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2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible 128k Miles Well Maintained But Tranny Issues on 2040-cars

Year:2005 Mileage:127500 Color: Gray /
 Black
Location:

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.6L
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: WMWRH33525TK56572 Year: 2005
Make: Mini
Model: Cooper S
Trim: Black Sport
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Drive Type: 6-Speed Transmission
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 127,500
Exterior Color: Gray
Interior Color: Black
Number of Doors: 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Well, let's get the bad out of the way, first, shall we? Our wonderful Mini Cooper S has a transmission that is, basically, shot. The car drives for about 20 minutes, then has a tough time shifting into gear. Maybe it's a computer issue rather than the tranny, but the local Mini dealer seems to want to replace it, rather than do a hard reset, which several owners tell me would correct the problem. So, we are selling it AS-IS with this issue. The car is still in very good shape and would be a wonderful parts car for dismantling. I don't have to tell you how much the engine is worth alone so whatever you would want it for, it's ready for it. Other than driving home. LOL!


All kidding aside, the car is chocked-full of features. It has 128K of original miles and the engine is very strong. The supercharger makes this car a rocket. The body is in very good shape, without any accidents. There are door dings, but nothing out of the ordinary. Paint is still in good shape and hasn't faded as much as other cars of its age. Interior is in very good shape, with just some tears on the drivers side seat. The passenger side is excellent, the back seat is very good and the dash is excellent. The convertible top is in very good shape, without any tears. It works like a charm, too. All the electronics work great in the car. I will tell you: Battery Needs Replacing. I've charged it up a few times in the last few months, so I think it will need that for sure. Tires were replaced at 113,800, so there is about 14K of highway miles on it and they have been rotated every 3K. Oil was changed less than 3K ago, as was all the fluids, too. 

I really loved driving this car, but we need to get it out of our parking lot soon, as we are moving. I know there is someone who can work on these or needs the parts that can use this special car. The book value on this car is $11K on the high side and 8.5K on the low side. My reserve is over 5K less than the low side of the car. Priced to sell!

Thanks for checking out the auction!

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