Calling the Mini guys, pre-purchase analysis

[Zreberlcoe]

Ahh good to know. I wish I wasn't 5 hours away and I could look at it. But, is there any good you can tell?

[ParsedOut]

Rcsoundn1, I noticed that as well, and on the last picture there seems to be grime next to the heated seat button.

ParsedOut, at 65,000 miles? Is that the correct time to do them?

Agree with rcsoundn1, if the previous owner couldn't be cared to keep the inside clean just imagine how little underhood maintenance was(n't) done. As for the CAB, they are probably shot around 60k.

[Zreberlcoe]

Rcsoundn1, I noticed that as well, and on the last picture there seems to be grime next to the heated seat button.

ParsedOut, at 65,000 miles? Is that the correct time to do them?

[ParsedOut]

Control arm bushings, they have either been replaced (recently!) or they need to be done.

[rcsoundn1]

1st thoughts were this one does not look well cared for, the dealer didnt even take the time to clean it for pictures.

[Zreberlcoe]

Alright just to clarify this is my brother who is about to buy this mini: http://www.pedersentoyota.com/vehicl...s-1810539.html

Now your guys job is to act like I am the one buying it and give me all your knowledge on these cars. What to look out for, the good, the bad, common upgrades, what you think of it, etc. He's looking to buy this car because I can't convince him to buy an E30 but he does want something unique-ish that he can sort of build for a peppy little mountain cruiser. Kind of on the basis of what we do with e30's around here; coilovers, exhaust, slight motor work, chips/tunes, wheels, etc. Also he's not entirely a gear head, he is selling his titan for this, so me being the wrencher he wants my advice and my help. And of course where do I go to seek advice? R3v.

Anyhoodle, Mini guys say anything and everything, GO!