We are looking for a MINI for my son (driver, 1st car). There is no discussion about this (and about the Gretchen question “1st car = old car) in the house… Specifications: Budget maximum 5.000 € (in exceptional case 5,500); petroler; sunroof There is also only the Cooper in question (ONE too lame – Cooper S too fast ). Since I have not only heard good about the little one, I would need a little “relief”. – There are statements that one should buy a MINI from 2006 onwards. (Motor, transmission). Is that right? – What do you have to watch at the MINI from this year of construction? – mileage / year maximum 4,000-5,000 km. So even if you buy an older one, this should last a few years. I hope… – mileage: can you buy one without hesitation with 150,000 + km?? – dealer or private – especially because of engine / transmission? Thanks for your help!