Ask the FIAT dealer for an extended warranty. There's nothing "magic" about MINI's version. The MINI dealer will work with anyone. Just make sure it a reputable company.

 

Well, the FIAT dealer offers warranties, but they are First Extended and I've heard terrible things about them.


<E> Well, my credit union offers Route 66 warranty which seems to have better reviews. It's $1875 for a "premium car" which they list the Mini Cooper as. It is 5 years/100k. Is that a good deal?

 

I don't know. It sounds like a pretty good deal if it's a really comprehensive warranty. 5/100K will cover your BIG fears... but that gets you back into the MINI CPO price range.

Get the VIN number and make sure all the recall work has been done. See if the clutch has been replaced, and brakes. That higher mileage could mean easy highway miles, or lots of rough stop-n-go (which quickly wears out brakes and clutch linings).

$16K for a nice Clubman is a nice deal. Buying a car always sux.

 

Looks like the one at the FIAT dealer sold. Did you buy it?

 

Nope. :(

 

I did >_> about two days ago

 

Don't feel too bad. The right vehicle will come along.

 

Congratulations... how about starting anew thread (if you haven't already) discussing your reasons for going to a Clubman?

 

Will do! =]

and Thanks!