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13 Mini Cooper S Turbo Convertible Highgate Pkg Hk Sound Auto Transmission Nr on 2040-cars

US $28,850.00
Year:2013 Mileage:7184 Color: Paint Color
Location:

Dallas, Texas, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States
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2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible Highgate Package!

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Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible!!

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 In Pristine Condition - Inside & Outside

Must See in Person to Appreciate Vehicle Quality

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1 Owner Car

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- No Accident History

- No Damage History

- No Paintwork History

- No Dents

- No Dings

- Rust Free Car

- Smoke Free Interior

 MINI Manufacturer's Warranty

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MINI FREE Maintenance Program

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In Service Date: 11-05-2012

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4 Years/50,000 Miles MINI Manufacturer's Warranty

Valid Until 11-05-2016 or 50,000 Miles Whichever Comes First

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No Cost $0 - FREE

3 Years/36,000 Miles MINI Maintenance Program

Valid Until 11-05-2015 or 36,000 Miles Whichever Comes First

 Full Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance, as determined by the

Service Interval Indicator for 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first

Full Maintenance Program includes items that need replacement due to

normal wear and tear, provided wear and tear exceeds MINI specifications

This includes items such as brake pads, brake rotors and wiper blade inserts

 that are not covered by the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included

For exclusions and limitations, refer to the Service and Warranty Information booklet

that came with your new MINI, or see your authorized MINI center for details

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Extended Warranties up to 100,000 miles valid in any

North America MINI Dealership are Available - Please Inquire

 

Please View "Closely Vehicle Options" Listed Below!

 

This Vehicle Is Equipped With The Following Options:

 

Exterior Paint Color: Iced Chocolate Metallic - $500 Option

Interior Color: Dark Truffle Lounge Leather

Interior Color Line: Dark Truffle

Interior Trim: Piano Black

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Highgate Package - $2,500 (This Package Includes)

17" Alloy Wheels Double Cross

Chromeline Interior

Chromeline Exterior Trim

Soft Top Silvertouched Brown

Dark Truffle Color Line

Brushed Suntouched Interior Surface

Automatic Climate Control

While the standard air conditioning still gets  those icicles forming, this option adds

fully-electronic control to automatically maintain the temperature you desire.

Meanwhile, the active cabin filtration system helps ensure that malodorous

scents and polluted air have a difficult time entering the cockpit.

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STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission - $1,250 (This Option Includes)

6-Speed Auto w/Agitronic Mode

This 6-speed transmission can change gears automatically or let you

control shift points using F1-style steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.

Prepare to experience maximum control and motoring exhilaration

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harman/kardon Sound System - $750 (This Option Includes)

Turn Your MINI into a mobile concert hall with this premium harman/kardon sound system

featuring an immersive Digital Sound Processor for a concert like experience

delivered by 10 speakers on eight channels with 480 watts of dynamic power.

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Center Arm Rest - $250 (Option)

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White Turn Signal Lights - $100 (Option)

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Bluetooth and USB/iPod Adapter - Included

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High Definition Radio (HD) - Included

HD Radio broadcasting is the new, digital standard for AM and FM radio stations.

Across the United States, over 1300 AM/FM stations have upgraded to HD Radio technology,

with over 600 of the FM stations also offering new,

HD Radio-only "multicast" channels, vastly increasing programming choice

HD Radio stations are broadcast in crystal-clear digital sound and offer innovative data services,

such as song artist and title scrolling across the screen

HD Radio is totally subscription free from your local AM and FM radio stations,

once your car is equipped with an HD Radio receiver

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Sport Multi-Function Steering Wheel with Paddles - Included

3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, lets you keep

both hands on the wheel while adjusting controls for cruise, audio

and Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones - if equipped

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Sport Button - Included

When you're looking for even more motoring fun, just press the Sport Button

This standard feature will adjust various electronic settings in your MINI

to provide more rapid acceleration response and tighter steering

If paired with an automatic transmission, it will even adjust your shift points for quicker gear changes

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System - Included

A tire pressure monitoring system or TPMS is an electronic system

for monitoring the air pressure in a vehicle tire

and automatically transmitting a warning to the driver in the event

of an under and, in some cases, over inflated tire

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Front Fog Lights - Included

Front Fog Lights enhance visibility during inclement driving

conditions and help add to a MINI's sporty appearance

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Optometer - Included

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This is the Best Deal Anywhere - Don't Delay

First Come, First Serve - Buy!!

Note: This 2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible, was reacquired by MINI North America after the last retail owner or lessee requested its repurchase because the non conformity was not corrected within a reasonable time as required by law.

Concern reported by original owner: "Bluetooth call quality concerns."

MINI graciously repurchased the car from the owner and corrected the concern under the manufacturer's warranty. MINI will very commonly repurchase vehicles to ensure a 100% customer satisfaction.

This 2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible has remaining balance of MINI Manufacturer's Warranty for 4 Years/50,000 miles valid until 11-05-2016 or 50,000 miles whichever comes first. Further, this car have also NO COST $0 - FREE MINI Maintenance Program Upgrade for 3 Years/36,000 miles valid until 11-05-2015 or 36,000 miles whichever occurs first.

We offer Extended Warranty valid in any US & Canada MINI Dealership. Please see below extended warranty rates.
 
Supreme Coverage - Terms: Years / Miles
 
Supreme Coverage 4 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,417
 
Supreme Coverage 4 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,542
 
Supreme Coverage 5 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,453
 
Supreme Coverage 5 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,591
 
Supreme Coverage 6 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,523
 
Supreme Coverage 6 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,732
 
Supreme Coverage 7 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,553
 
Supreme Coverage 7 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $1,792

Please look closely at the many detailed photos we have provided. Needless to say, this is a stunning color combination for this world-class Convertible, and certainly the one that was front and center on the showroom floor at any of the leading MINI dealerships. I hope the pictures do this beauty justice! Just throw yourself in the driver's seat and cruise. It's mechanically sound, and looks forward to pleasing it's next owner. 

This breathtaking MINI is in outstanding condition, free of any dents or unsightly parking lot door dings, and the sparkling finish is just beautiful. The sumptuous interior is in superb condition as well. 
ERY CLEAN is the best way to describe this car.   

If you have any unanswered questions, comments, or concerns,

please call us at 214-358-3400. Thank you! 

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Vehicle Inspection

We encourage and welcome pre-purchase inspections and

are happy to assist with them in any way possible.

At client request, vehicle can be taken to local MINI Dealership for inspection.

The cost associated with this inspection is sole responsibility of the client.

Please contact us with any questions.

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Vehicle Condition

You will also have a piece of mind as this pre-owned 2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible

 has the remainder of a MINI Manufacturer's warranty for 4 years / 50,000 miles

and FREE MINI Factory Maintenance Program for 3 years / 36,000 miles.

You are worry-free when you're making offer on this beautiful 2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible.

Look at the pictures below and judge for yourself how nice it looks.

This is your chance, to own in Pristine Condition 2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible

 at a price you have always heard about through the Internet.

We hope you are our next satisfied online buyer.

Good luck and happy bidding. 

Vehicle VIN # WMWZP3C58DT550964

Vehicle Title - Ready for Export Buyer

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Recall Document Ready for Canadian Buyer - FREE!

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We can help you to TRANSPORT - EXPORT

this vehicle anywhere in the US, Canada or Worldwide!

Low, Low, Low Miles!!

Only 7,184 Miles - in Pristine Condition!!

Low, Low, Low Miles!!

Only 7,184 Miles - in Pristine Condition!!

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible Highgate Package

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 MINI Cooper S Convertible Highgate Package

Engine

Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder Alloy Engine,

16 Valves - 4 per cylinder, 181 Horsepower @5500 RPM 

If the Car in Your Dreams is Not the Car in Your Garage,

Let's Talk!

We can make your MINI Cooper S Convertible Dream Come True!


Be a "Smart Buyer" and call us 214-358-3400 before the Auction ends to make a deal.

We can end the auction at anytime and Sell To You! 

All it takes is your sincerity with a phone call and a $500 deposit.

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Terms and Conditions of Sale

Before you continue, you should print or save a copy of the Terms & Conditions for your records. 
 
We are committed to showing you honesty and integrity. 

We ask that you show us the same courtesy by abiding to all Westwood Motorcars terms and conditions. 

You are entering a legal binding contract. Please read the following carefully. 

Your bid, offer to buy and/or purchase constitutes your acceptance

 of all the terms and conditions in this Terms of Sale agreement. 

You acknowledge and agree that your bid, offer to buy and/or purchase has the 

same effect as manually signing a contract and creates a valid, binding agreement between you and Westwood Motorcars.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY 

At Westwood Motorcars, the complete satisfaction with your new vehicle purchase is our top priority. 

For that reason, we guarantee that the vehicle you purchase from us meets or exceeds your expectations, 

or we will refund your deposit in full, less a $150 processing fee. 

Here is how it works: 

After securing the new vehicle purchase by a deposit, buyer has 7 days to complete the transaction. 

Within that 7 day period, buyer may view, inspect, and test drive the vehicle personally or using a 


3rd party services, to insure that the vehicle meets their expectations, and

that they are completely satisfied with the vehicle. 

If for any reason, the buyer is not completely satisfied with the outcome of the inspection, 

Westwood Motorcars will cancel the deal and refund deposit paid by buyer to Westwood Motorcars,

less $150 processing fee. Buyer must complete inspection before completing purchase and/or the 

vehicle leaves our facility. Buyer is also responsible for any inspection cost or expenses.

Once again we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase and we will have it no other way! 

We welcome you to come visit our facility as well as view our vehicles during business hours. 

To better assist all guest, test drives and vehicle showing are by appointment only. 

Please call 214-358-3400 at least one hour in advance to make an appointment.

FUNDS 

Bidders should seek pre-approval and commitment from a lender before making a bid/purchase or contact us 

before bidding/purchasing for information on available financing options. The full payment for this sale must 

take place within 7 calendar days of the auction close. Full payment can be made by certified check, or bank 

wire-transfer. We can also accept and honor Online Bank Checks from Pentagon Federal Credit Union, 


USAA and other lenders. However, buyer must first contact us before buying, initiating a purchase,

placing bids or clicking the "Buy It Now" for more information and qualification details.

DEPOSITS - PAYMENT TERMS

To secure this vehicle we require immediate $500 deposit.

Remaining balance to be paid in full and buyer to take delivery of vehicle no later than 7 days after auction's - listing close.

If payment terms are not followed as above, all contracts, eBay and Westwood Motorcars are void.

Due to the fact that we often have multiple prospective buyers for the same vehicle,

we will not hold a vehicle without $500 deposit - No Exceptions.

Without this deposit, all vehicles will remain advertised, listed, and available for sale.

PAYMENT METHODS

- Cash - US Currency and in person only. 

- Certified Cashier's Checks (US Financial Institutions only) - that can be verified during normal business hours

- Bank Wire Transfer - preferred for faster transaction and required for all International Transactions

- No Escrows

- Vehicle will not be delivered nor title transferred until funds have cleared - No Exceptions.

TAXES & FEES FOR TEXAS BUYER

All sales are subject to a $100 Documentary fee. 

Texas residents must pay 6.25% sales tax and all other applicable Texas taxes and fees.

FEE FOR OUT OF THE STATE BUYER

All sales are subject to a $100 Documentary fee.

All taxes and license, title fees will need to be paid by the buyer when the vehicle is registered in their home state.

All state taxes and motor vehicle-related fees are administered by each state individually,

are not included in the price of the vehicle, and are non-negotiable.

Vehicle may be picked up locally or shipped at buyer's expense.

TRANSPORTATION 

We are willing to help with any reasonable vehicle shipping 

or delivery arrangement that the buyer may wish to arrange.

Please understand that we will arrange shipping for you as a value added service only. 

Westwood Motorcars does not have affiliation with any shipper or transporter.


TITLES 

Westwood Motorcars guarantees lien free titles on all our vehicles.

Absolutely NO Salvage titles or Reconditioned titles. 

All mileage stated is actual and accurate unless otherwise noted in the listing. 

An Odometer Disclosure Statement will be furnished to buyer and lender (if vehicle is financed).

Please understand that the mileage may be slightly higher at time of delivery due to demos, test drives and transportation.

In the state of Texas dealer title work can take up to 20 business days. 

Titles will be sent via FedEx for proper tracking. 

Vehicle will not be delivered nor title transferred until funds have cleared - No exceptions.


VEHICLE INSPECTION

We encourage and welcome pre-purchase inspections and are happy to assist with them any way possible.

At client request, vehicle can be taken to local MINI dealership for inspection.

The cost associated with this inspection is sole responsibility of the buyer. 

Please understand, we do our very professional best to describe in detail the condition of our vehicles as we see it, however,

we are only human and these are pre-owned vehicles, therefore, Westwood Motorcars, and their employees will not be held accountable

 for errors or omissions in the description of the above vehicle or typographical errors in any of our vehicles listings and

descriptions. All vehicle options, specs, features, color descriptions, history, paint history, maintenance records

and manufacturer's warranty information must be researched and confirmed by buyer or a 3rd party inspection

service before completing purchase.

Please call your local franchise dealership and confirm vehicle equipment, vehicle options and warranty expiration dates.

VEHICLE

This vehicle is being sold "As Is" and "Where Is" with no warranty, expressed written or implied.

The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness,

or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith.

Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage.

Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type.

It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied

himself or herself as to the condition and value and to make offer based upon that judgement solely.

The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

As we rely on information's from numerous sources we are not responsible for mistakes in the listing.

If you are unsure of anything, please ask. Do not assume anything.

Although we make every attempt to accurately describe our automobiles,

it is nearly impossible to go into detail about every mark on a car.

Our vehicles are hand-picked and we stand behind the quality of each car.

That said, most of our vehicles are pre-owned and driven and therefore have been subject to normal wear and tear.

All vehicles are professionally detailed and reconditioned (if needed) prior to delivery.

BOOKS & KEYS

We make every effort to deliver our vehicles to our clients with two keys, manuals/books, floor mats

navigation CDs (if applicable), wheel locks, tool kits, etc..., however, from time-to-time, a vehicle may be missing

one or more of these items and we cannot guarantee that they will be included in the vehicle at the time of sale.

In this case, we are more than happy to provide these items to our customers at our cost we pay!

In the interest of full disclosure all Westwood Motorcars vehicle listing 

include one photograph showing all attached accessories available with the vehicle. 

PROPER VENUE 

All obligations pursuant to this contract shall be performable in Dallas County, in the state of Texas. 

All obligations of purchaser to pay for the vehicle shall be payable in U.S. dollars in Dallas County, Texas. 


Buyer and Westwood Motorcars agree that in relation to any transaction involving this vehicle that

the proper venue for any legal proceedings will be in conducted in Dallas County, Texas.

AUCTIONS - LISTING

We reserve the right to cancel all bids and end an auction early should the vehicle no longer be available for sale.

There are no bid retractions accepted within the final 24 hours of the auction - listing.

If you have only negative feedback or bid retractions, DO NOT BID without pre approval from Westwood Motorcars. 

Unqualified Bidding, Auction Interference, Shill Bidding, or any form of harassment can be subject to legal prosecution. 

UPDATES 

Westwood Motorcars reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of sale at any time. 

Customers are encouraged to review the Terms of Sale on a periodic basis for modifications. 

This Westwood Motorcars Terms and Conditions of Sale is a revision/update. 

This Policy super cedes any previous terms and conditions. 

Any terms and conditions that contradict this revision or update will be invalid. 


Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

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2016 Mini Clubman First Drive [w/video] [UPDATE]

Fri, Sep 25 2015

UPDATE: After playing with the newly launched Clubman configurator, we've revised the as-tested estimate to what we think is a more accurate $40,250, based on how our Swedish tester was equipped. Mini had a good idea when it introduced the last-generation Clubman, offering a slightly bigger, more versatile vehicle, with its own unique styling traits. Sounds good, right? Well, as it turned out, that wasn't necessarily all for the best, and not because there was any problem with the car itself. Mini's fleshed out model range, which now includes both the all-wheel-drive, four-door Countryman and the new four-door Hardtop has rendered the original Clubman idea rather obsolete. Enter the new Clubman. Gone is its awkward club door, and in its place are an extra pair of real, traditional doors. But even more than changes to its body, Mini has taken the original Clubman idea – to build a more versatile version of the beloved Hardtop – to its logical extreme, going larger. More importantly, this 2016 model represents a more premium, comfortable direction for the Mini brand. But don't worry, loyalists, this is still very much a Mini. The 2016 Clubman is the longest vehicle Mini has ever made. As was the case with the previous Clubman, this new model rides on a longer wheelbase than the Hardtop's. The 105.1-inch span is arguably more maxi than mini, offering buyers anywhere from 2.9 to 6.9 inches of extra space between the axles. It also makes the Clubman the longest vehicle Mini has ever made. But at 168.3 inches in length, this new model is still significantly shorter than a compact wagon like the 179.6-inch Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, or even another C-segment hatch, like the five-door variants of the Ford Focus (171.6 inches) and Mazda3 (180.3 inches). On top of the extra length, Mini stretched the body by a full three inches, while the track has been increased by 2.4 inches at both ends of the car. Taken as a whole, the Clubman is exceptionally roomy, considering its footprint. The suspension, a multi-link rear with front struts, is softer than that of a Mini Hardtop, but that's not saying a lot – handling is significantly sharper than in the vehicles listed above. And we're betting it will stand out against the brand's intended targets – a list that ranges from the Volkswagen Golf to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Feedback through the wheel is on the low side for something wearing a Mini badge.

Mini recalls 86,000 hatchbacks, convertibles from 2002 to 2005

Wed, Oct 28 2015

Mini is recalling 86,018 cars built for model years 2002 through 2005 over concerns about the power steering system. The affected vehicles include both R50 Cooper and R53 Cooper S hatchbacks as well as convertibles (where applicable). Mini's public communications with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration over the issue are decidedly oblique and simply pointing out owners could "experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance." Worryingly, Mini claims it's aware of 20 accidents and five injuries due to the power-steering issue. This isn't the first time Mini has had problems with the power steering systems on these first-gen Coopers. The automaker had so many claims of bad power steering pumps and cooling fans that it upped the warranty on those units to 13 years or 150,000 miles for the same 2002 to 2005 models being recalled here. This author's personal 2006 model is on its third fan and second pump, though that year has never officially been investigated or recalled. A slight drop in steering assist and a low-battery warning at engine startup are the main signs your car needs recall work. Owners of the affected hatchbacks and cabrios will be notified by Mini and asked to report to their local dealer to have the electrohydraulic steering system's wiring and components inspected. Any repairs will be done free of charge. Read on for the official NHTSA bulletin. Related Video: Report Receipt Date: OCT 15, 2015 NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V660000 Component(s): STEERING Potential Number of Units Affected: 86,018 Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC SUMMARY: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance. CONSEQUENCE: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, potentially iincreasing the risk of a vehicle crash. REMEDY: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 1, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

2017 Mini John Cooper Works Clubman ALL4 | Pint-size performer with a premium price

Fri, Jul 14 2017

Last September, Mini revealed the Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW). It applied the same general JCW formula used on the regular three-doors to the longest Mini by giving it even sportier suspension and the potent 228-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. But from there, Mini gave the Clubman JCW even more torque than other JCW models, and the most of any Mini model, with a total of 258 pound-feet. It also fitted standard all-wheel drive. On paper, it sounds like the ultimate performance Mini, and it doesn't hurt that it's about the most practical model. So how did it hold up in practice? First of all, this Mini has a serious weight problem. You might be tired of alarmist auto journalists whining about the increasing size of vehicles, but it's a major issue with this Mini. It actually weighs more than a V6 Chevrolet Camaro. The Camaro weighs 3,435 pounds, and the Mini weighs 3,450. That's for the manual transmission version, too. Our automatic-equipped test car weighed more than that. As a result, it feels noticeably slower than the competition, despite making 228 horsepower and the aforementioned torque. There's an area in which the Clubman JCW could easily lose some weight, and that's in the all-wheel-drive system. It's a Haldex-style system that only kicks in when the front wheels start to slip, so it's only beneficial for traction in bad weather, not for improving the driving experience by, say, reducing the car's understeer. That's fine for more mainstream Minis, but the JCW line is all about performance and speed, so if the all-wheel-drive system doesn't improve the driving experience, it should simply be dropped to make the car lighter. Despite the Mini's prodigious portliness, there are good points. The engine is very smooth, and power comes on almost instantly. In more aggressive driving modes, the exhaust pops and burbles almost every time you lift off the gas pedal. T he eight-speed automatic paired with this engine was equally up to the task. Shifts were fast and smooth. And it even worked well leaving it in automatic mode. It held gears smartly, and it would downshift while braking to ensure you had the right gear when taking off again. The Clubman JCW also has the brand's trademark corner-carving skills. Body roll is nearly absent in the normal driving mode, and what little was evident is removed when switching to Sport mode. The car responds immediately to each steering input, and it has tenacious grip through corners.