Hendrick MINI has a Surprise Companion for you!

We understand the boredom of having to travel miles and miles on long journeys. A journey on the MINI Cooper can be a velvet-smooth affair, but what about the boredom?

That is why we have a lovely little companion for you! Let us introduce Mr. Cooper S. Bulldog. This is the perfect buddy for you. This is a sweet bulldog doll that is as cute as the car whose name it carries! You will find him everywhere –be it the roof of your car; the seat next to you, or when you take a nice, cool walk in the park after parking your Cooper S. This is a doll that is so cute; you would feel like fondling it no end.

This is Hendrick MINIs gift for you, so that your ride becomes as smooth as its fur, and as fine as the car it takes its name from. This object of beauty costs all of $26!. When looking for him, just drop into our dealership and ask for Christy, Drew or Michelle in our Service Department! Just mention its item number: 80-28-0-443-583, and see just how much more fun the Cooper S can give you!

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2008 MINI Cooper

Overview

The current MINI Cooper was redesigned for the 2007 model year. For 2008 it is offered only as a hatchback. The MINI's compact size, cute styling and good fuel economy make it the trendy choice for young urban motorists. Produced by BMW, the front-wheel-drive MINI Cooper is a small, two-door, four-passenger car, offered in both coupe and convertible versions; the coupe received a total makeover in 2007 and was updated with more power, a more muscular look and new features. Available in Cooper and Cooper S, the Cooper S has a sportier suspension set-up.

Power and Performance

The MINI Cooper's powertrain was updated to a more state-of-the-art condition in compliance with new regulations. Under the hood of the Cooper is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder that delivers 118 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque teamed with a standard six-speed manual and an optional six-speed automatic. Mileage estimates are 28 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway with the MT; and 26/34 mpg (city/highway) with the AT. The short wheelbase and wheels at the far corners of the body allow for excellent handling and precise steering.

Body and Styling

The MINI Cooper received a total makeover in 2007. A new ignition button replaces the conventional key-start; new ambient illumination and a larger center speedometer include a new range of functions. The exterior features chrome accents, a new hexagon radiator grille, and new indicator lights which are fully integrated into the headlights. The front overhang and nose were reshaped to be more pedestrian-friendly in the event of a collision. The MINI is built to provide a lot of interior space; it also has cargo space of up to 5.7 cubic feet with the rear seat up.

Safety Features

Standard safety features include four wheel anti-lock brakes, de-powered air bag, passenger air bag, head air bag, side air bag and traction control. Stability control is optional. The IIHS rated the MINI Cooper as”Good” in crash offset tests.

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2008 MINI Cooper S

Overview

For 2008, the MINI Cooper S remains largely unchanged from the 2007 model. The muscular MINI S will continue to excite open-air motoring fans with its high-performance credentials. The 2008 MINI Cooper S is available with the ultra-high performance John Cooper works package, which mates a 208-horsepower engine conversion with chassis and brake upgrades and a limited-slip differential. While the MINI Cooper S convertible enters the 2008 model year without any standard equipment changes, the highly popular, optional sidewalk package will add an all-new color to the already unique exterior palette - white silver metallic, which joins sparkling silver metallic as sidewalk-exclusive choices.

Power and Performance

The higher performance Cooper S gets a 172-horsepower, turbo-charged 1.6-liter engine that produces 177 pound-feet of torque and drives the front wheels through a six-speed manual or an automatic transmission; a special “overboost” in the Cooper S can increase torque to 192 pound-feet for a short burst. It is equipped with a sports suspension. The S convertible uses the previous generation engine, which produces 168 horsepower in the S version, and which in this case is supercharged. Fuel economy is rated at 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway with the MT; and 23/32 mpg (city/ highway) on the automatic.

Body and Styling

The Cooper S has received a few styling changes over the previous generation: a new engine and an HD radio option. The original MINIs are classics, and BMW has retained the look in a better engineered car. Styling upgrades include S emblems on the front fenders, chrome insets and color schemes. A revamped interior comes with a disc-shaped electronic start button. BMWs MP3 and WMA CD interface (BMW 328xi) include a two-line monochrome radio display and a single CD player. Accommodation in the rear seat is quite cramped.

Safety Features

Safety features include anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic brake distribution system, dynamic stability control, park distance control, pre-tensioned safety belts, child safety anchors, a flat-tire monitor, driver and front passenger air bags, curtain airbags and side-impact air bags. In IIHS frontal offset crash tests, the MINI Cooper S was rated “Good”.

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