Obviously, the remaking of an icon who first stated in the swinging 60’s it was hard work, yet the new MINI has brought to all that part of the old Mini had, coupled with hard racing go-kart like handling, l ’ Eccentric charm, cute face and coupled with funky modern interior had on their hands an instant sales success.
A performance for the most part no balls was cured by the introduction of the supercharged Cooper S and the model was quickly established itself as one of the smaller "hot hatches" available on the market.
At the end of 2006, the Mk2 Cooper S was introduced with a new turbo engine producing 172bhp. There have been other changes, such as a redesigned body slightly longer, better, but still funky, interiors and a nod to the heaviest security legislation more stringent. Electric power steering and suspension makeover complete the package. The MK2 is now easily available on the market.
The first thing you hear when you get in the car than the previous model are more posts for support. Start the engine and makes all the right noises. This car is a Mini, pure and simple. Short Throw exchange, a wheel in each corner and that legendary kart like handling. One complaint to exit the way you feel from the new electric power steering that gives a sensation of numbness and removes the Mk2 than the previous model.
Push this car hard into corners and much fun is there to be had. Note burbly exhaust tickover turns into a guttural growl satisfactory and there is, of course, no trace of the annoying hum prevalent in the previous supercharged model.
This car exudes balance through the corners with the suspension of the new constitution that includes a central arm Axel rear trailing arms lightweight aluminum, control and retuned spring and damper rates. Think may be a bit ’lacking the new steering set up, but you quickly get used to this. The car feels precise and perhaps feeling a bit ’numb is the price you pay for a more firmly planted and supple ride. This machine is very capable of showing the competition, despite the lack of power compared to some of them.
Motorway cruising is limited and is best avoided. This car excels through the twisties and it is here that it is best enjoyed. Point and squirt, shift work and enjoy. If you’re looking for pure fun factor that may be disappointed and the previous model can be supercharged but the balance for you and added the quality of feeling Mk2 makes this a better package all round.
Keep in mind is the air with an option to pay, but it’s always worth having. Standard rims are 16 inchers and looks beyond these are recommended by the addition of optional. sports suspension.