Mini Cooper S vs. Yaris

[scape]

used mr2 maybe?

[why?]

Originally Posted by scape

used mr2 maybe?

Ooh, that would be fun. First generation, just make sure the body is ok. Great handling, good on gas, and fun as heck to drive. Should be dirt cheap too, leaving you with tons of cash for mods.

[justgreenenvy]

don't buy a mini, especially a used one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i'm selling my 2004 mini cooper that only has 52k miles on it because it's a piece of garbage. even 3 months after buying it, i was complaining about the engine, the steering, the brakes, etc. and the problems plagued me for 6 years. i've put a ton of money into a $24k car. it's unreliable!!!! apparently, mini & bmw have been working on the issues of the car but who knows if in 5 years new minis will be ok. i love driving my mini and i'm sad to let it go... but i'm disappointed with it's quality. what a piece of shit!

my parents want me to get a yaris now because they are sure toyota is reliable and will last 10 years without many problems.

go with the yaris! it's cheap, reliable, and cute. in the end, who cares how much style and power the car has... as long as it is safe and cost effective... those are the important things.