I am about to pull the trigger on a 2005 "MCS" with 32,000 miles.
It has the panoramic sunroof, climate control, leather etc. It is listed for about $14,000. Does this sound like a good deal? I am traveling 2-3 hours tomorrow to see it and maybe buy. Compared to others it seems like a decent deal but I need a second opinion. It needs new tires but otherwise appears to be in good shape. Any opinions?

 

Have you run the pricing on Edmunds.com as a comparison? It is supposed to be the most accurate online pricing site, since it is based on actual sales instead of asking prices.

On the surface, it sounds like a pretty good price. Hard to know, though -- dealer or private sale? How many owners? Maintenance records? Accident history? Lemon law issues? Is maintenance up to date? Other repairs needed? Smoker or non-smoker car? Flood damage? Hail damage? Any repainting done?

Have you run a VIN check for any title issues?

Lots of questions to ask the seller!

 

Welcome to the forum, good luck with the MINI purcahse, normal used car buying rules prevail, look, listen, and think ,think, think!