Used MINI – Performance at the Expense of Character
It takes quite a lot for cars to reach an iconic status these days. If cars don’t have a worthy lineage or heritage to speak of, then they have to provide something a little more spectacular on the roads than most. One car that has cemented its place in the history books as one of the most iconic cars of all time surely has to be the MINI Cooper. The question is; is it actually worthy of such reputation and popularity
The original MINI that heavily populated the British roads in the 1960s and was widely publicised in the hugely popular Michael Caine film The Italian Job, was not the most comfortable or luxurious car to drive. It was rather ungainly, handled like a drunken bison and you would be lucky to get it anywhere near the 70 MPH speed limit in Britain. But what it lacked in performance, it abundantly made up for in character. Its quirks and cheekiness set it apart from the rather staid and boring cars that formed its competition. The MINI was hugely popular and sold by the bucket load.
read moreUsed Volvo – Impressive Performance and Unswervable Dependability
Nothing compares to that most revered of road warriors when it comes to reliable, practical cars that look good whilst performing at optimum standards. Volvo have a history that encompasses innovative design, impressive performance and unswerving dependability, so it’s no surprise that they have remained one of the nation’s favourite manufacturers over the years!
The process of finding a car to replace your current model is often a stressful one, but the hassle that comes with winkling out the ideal model can be minimised if you go to a specialist dealership that only deals in the brand of your choice. If you’re looking to make a Volvo your next vehicle, a specialist Volvo trader will mean that the only thing you have to worry about is what colour your car comes in!
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