Is the 2021 Mini Cooper S convertible better to buy with a 6-speed manual?
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- Опубликовано: 4 май 2021
- The Mini Cooper is one of the most iconic vehicles ever produced. On the outside you will find the unmistakable body line, with optional 18in wheels and bonnet stripes. On theinside you will be greeted to full leather, 8.8in infotainment system, JCW steering wheel. Under the hood is a 2.0L inline-4 producing 189HP & mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Is the 2021 Mini Cooper S convertible better to buy with a 6-speed manual?
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Bro, this reviews are on another level there is something magic in the videos of this couple!
Thanks for saying that and letting us share it with you!
My man loves his coffee and his own voice. But I’m here for it. 😂
STILL being a teacher!!! LOVE IT Joe!!!! Lori did a BANG UP job capturing the details on the stripes!!!
Planning on getting one and thank you for the review!
All of your videos are Great! I just picked up a new 2022 Mini Cooper 2 door and I love it!
Great drop-top! Love the manual! A fun ride, for sure. Thanks for everything you do, Lori!
Thanks for giving Lori the awesome support!
Nice review, on the fence and this helped me get to the dealer. Now the fun starts!
That is so awesome Luis! My videographer Lori loved it so much she bought one.
Awesome Review As Always Joe, Also That's One Clean Convertible Car & I Totally In Love With This Car With The Manual Transmission.
I totally agree with you!
Such a great review. I'm thinking of getting the John Cooper and this review has really helped.
Loving the absolute joy! I was smiling along.
"A screeching tire is a happy tire!" Yeah!
Heck yeah!
As an ex-owner of a 2007 Cooper S, what stood out for me was its highway manners! 40 mpg at up to 80 mph, stable and fast, plenty of power. In town, torque steer was annoying. Fun car!
Wow the color combo on this car is great, classic Mini design and a manual is great!
I totally agree with you!
Definitely a sweet little ride. Hope you’re having a good day Joe!
I sure am! Thanks for saying that!
Cool little car! Definitely some serious character to it. Shout out to the queen of the camera for the great angles!
You are so very right! Lori does such a great job!
Great review on the Cooper S 👍🏼👍🏼 lots of fun thru the twisties 👍🏼👍🏼
Gotta get your hands on a 4door JCW with the stick! Awesome car.
Thanks Joe & Lori!!!
I totally agree with you Bob! Thanks my friend!
Nice review on the fun little Mini! Is Lori enjoying her new one? Thanks Joe! Lori killin it as usual!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
We appreciate you Larry! Lori is heads over heels in love!
Not really my style, but you can’t ignore the fun factor. The best reviews are the ones where you can tell the reviewer is loving it. You would definitely take the back roads on the way to the beach. Thanks for the review.
I totally agree with you!
Manual tramission is my favorite!
Same here!
The screech on the tires sounds awesome
Thanks man!
Joe......what a talented guy you are.....thx so much for the Review.....
Nothing compares to a Mini S Conv. with a six speed shift. Coops still there. Great video. Driver clearly obsessed with Cooper magic.
I loved this video though I am surprised that you did not mention the two levers that allow easier access to putting things in the boot. Still, I love this car and just ordered a mini convertible in zesty yellow with a 6-speed manual. I can't wait to get it.
Much Love, Lori!!! Great video work!! You should have your own videographer channel!!...call it Lori's Lux.
Not even close to my kind of car, still clicked on the video the second I saw it. Thanks Joe great video!
My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined
I love this video. It’s a fair view of the Miata. The Cooper convertible doesn’t compete with the Miata but they do have many important things in common. They are both are unique, there aren’t any other competitors. They’re the last of a dying breed and may never be replicated.
Great review, thanks !
I had a 2010 John Cooper Clubman 6 speed turbo blacked out, drove it across country and that car was great. Only sold it because they were $&!$ in the snow. Now I live in the desert and have been looking at getting another. If it’s good enough for Lori, good enough for me. Great review Joe.
I like the way you think!
I literally just watched your older Cooper review before this was uploaded
That is so awesome! Thanks man!
These little cars have some of the coolest interiors!
Thank you for such a thorough, fun review! I have a 2022 mini cooper convertible on order and am so excited to receive it. They are a blast to drive and definitely puts a smile on your face. As you said, there aren't a lot of convertibles on the market that can seat 4 and also have that fun factor. I loved your review of the 2022 mini cooper hardtop as well. You covered several features I wasn't aware of yet.
My wife has a 2015 Mini Cooper convertible in the same colour she frigging loves it. I hear her coming a mile away with Van Halen blasting. Some pick up truck guy cut her off once…she literally chased him down throwing terrible language at him in a Ram 3500 diesel. I heard he didn’t know what to do, just looked ahead at the lights avoiding any eye contact 😂😂😂 there is some dumb stuff with it but it’s a Mini it’s what it is and you just put up with it…
I have a red JCW convertible 21 with classic chrome detailing rather than black. Love it 😍
Congrats Susan! I really love these.
Great review Joe 👍🏼
I appreciate you saying that Robert!
Not really for me, but I appreciate Mini for what they are and the history of them, I can certainly see the appeal. Awesome review!
Thanks man!
Everybody loves your vids Joe Raiti!
That really means so much!
Very good review
Nice seeing an adult sit in these back seats. (Picking up one of these for my first convertible). Didn't like the MX-5 as much when I test drove both and the mini fits my lifestyle better as well with the extra seats.
17:12 ON THROTTLE!!!!!!!! Wow it sounds awesome
That blue is gorgeous
I agree with you!
Another great review. As others have said... not my cup o' tea... but a cool car in its uniqueness nonetheless. I much prefer my 124 Lusso, but different strokes for different folks. One thing I always notice... when you hit the twisty bits, your face goes from big smile, laughing, to stone faced concentration. You're obviously focusing on the car, "feeling" it so to speak, ready to react if something goes South. I always just found that abrupt change in your demeanor interesting.
Good review lots of nice detail - the beatles all had a radford mini in the sixties. mini could make a psychadelic version like 60s theme electric with LSD theme - lowered suspension drive
"Sometimes things come back, mate" - Jack Sparrow on the 6 speed manual.
They mostly come at night..
@@keithclayton1271 LOL FACTS
That tire squeal was insane, lol.
I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true and funny 😄😆🤣💯😂good 👍
Thanks Dominic! That really means a lot!
The dual exhaust looks cool
AGREED!
great vid
what a cutie car
That’s the best antenna that I’ve heard in my life
"If the car you buy is available with a MT, ALWAYS...ALWAYS...ALWAYS pick the MT" - words of a wize man.
Thanks man!
Come to Paris and you’ll rethink that decision
@@satti0309 I’m not in Paris. Contrary to popular belief in Paris, there are other places than Paris on Planet Earth.
Oh!, if you could leave Paris where that is when you travel outside of Paris, that’d be greatly appreciated! It might be incredible to read, but nobody wants this snobby way to judge other people outside of Paris.
Keep Paris and your “That’s not how this is in Paris” for your Paris friends and your overpriced uptight Paris restaurants. :)
I might’ve watch a Bill Burr show 10 minutes ago, hehehehe.
I'm digging that Mini and that watch ⌚!
Thanks for saying that Chip!
Youve got to do more MINIs!!
Hilarious car. Nice review.
Shout out to Lori and Joe. Cool car loads of fun 😎 thanks again to team awesome 👌
Thanks for letting us share it with you!
Dang, after watching this review and that color, i have a craving for Welchs Grape.
LOL PERFECT!
Whether you're a quarter mile away, or halfway around the world in Australia.... we'll always be family. A screamin' tire is a happy tire lmbo !! :D
I like the way that you think.
Lmao*
Whaaaaaaaaaat!!!! Mini out here bringing the driving engagement in a BIG way with that 6 speed!!! Makes for a great lil runabout!!! Great review as usual Joe and Lori!!! #RaitisRides #521kSubsAndCounting #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Mini #Cooper_S #Savethemanuals
Thanks for taking the drive with me!
We need more Manuals!!!!!!
Should every single vehicle on the road have a manual transmission?
I love how the blue looks slightly purple-ish because of the low light environment. Btw what's your opinion on the Mini Coupé? I found this one very beautiful and interesting for the coupé design though 🤔 do you ever planning to review one if you have the chance to do it?
Looking forward hearing the new review of the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Pick up.
Stay tuned!
Wow that is so cool that’s my dream car
I love the Union Jack tail lights
Same, I hate the original back taillights of the Clubman. I prefer the Union Jack taillights on the Clubman.
Same here!
@@brianlee7738 AGREED! It was a good move!
Great review always enjoyable to watch however if you get hit in the car you’re going to be a flying golf ball
Don't forget, you upgrade those seats to leather, you get the manual dial lumbar support on the front seats!
My uncle was inside one and he said it was a fun experience.
8:35 wow that sounds really cool
Indeed
@18:56 the tire tracks. Was that you, Joe? lol
SHHHHH.....
@@RaitisRides lol
great little car! Gotta go convertible!
The manual transmission is really cool
Yes indeed!
Scotty hate this brand but the European customers love it, thanks for the review.
I understand that a manual transmission will never be as fast as an automatic. I just hope other manufacturers take note and bring the Manual transmission back for enthusiasts.
The main thing I wanted to see in this video is you in the backseat 😂 nice review though! 👍
Looks like fun car.........I agree with convertible top........should be tucked in
JOE ~ beware to Mini people - don't use a drive thru car wash > the brushes are famous for grabbing the chrome work around the hood/front bumper & ripping it off, also the wheels are hard to keep clean, but is you have or get a Cooper S you won't be let down. I concur the drop top cover is a great idea, then it would look like a roadster. my Mini is the exact same color with white racing stripes, it's a blast to drive, but it has no suspension haha, hit a pothole & it's like I hope I didn't just break an axle. great report, thank J - tony
I love every aspect of this car at even the things you've docked except for the door panel I don't like the door panel I agree it should have that checkered texture but like manual seats that's amazing you know weight savings on terms of like not having the electrical stuff and plus it just feels more authentic I don't know and I am gonna dock the petals the petals are really slow I would definitely upgrade the petals if I owned one which I am definitely going to a dealer buying one this is amazing I'm gonna get one before they switch to electric cause *** **** I need this in my life
Agreed on the heads up display. I actually choose the Signature trim on my MINIs to avoid it, looks super cheap. It’s odd, you would think BMW would put one of their own in.
Have previously owned both a '99 Miata Sport 5 sp (100k miles) and a '08 Miata PRHT 6 sp (60k+ miles) and loved them both....but...purchased a last year MINI Roadster S in 2015 (now with 50k+ miles) and even though it is an automatic, prefer it over the Miatas for several reasons. Longer wheelbase makes for a much better long distance cruiser and as the reviewer stated, much less wind buffeting that either Miata. The turbo and low end torque, even though FWD, make it just as enjoyable to drive. While my Roadster does not have the rear seats of the convertible MINI, it has an amazing large boot (compared to the Miata) and there is also a space behind the front seats as well. The newest Miata (ND, soft top or RF) is much more confined inside and will likely be a determining factor for those comparing the MINI to the Miata. Either way, both provide a great way to enjoy the drive...whatever the destination. Zoom, zoom or Keep on Motoring!
Thanks for that great input based off owning both brands. I know Lori loves her Mini Cooper S!
This makes me miss my Mini.
You can always get another!
Inside is so cool
I would love to see a comparison of each of the three generations of MINI convertibles. I agree that the current MINI convertible is a great car for someone who wants a fun to drive small convertible, however, I don't think the current version is any better than the first. I suspect the first version is more fun to drive and only lacks in technology.
I used to have a 2005 blue mini convertible but with a automatic
Nice one!!!!
I appreciate you saying that!
Same thing like my 2005 the back felt right
Raiti, did you find that the weight of the convertible took away from the fun feel versus a regular MCS of similar years? I really want a convertible but as long as it’s still as fun!
It looks fun to drive.
Thanks Omar!
It looks extremely easy to drive
This car is a dope car
Hey, are you going to review a Kia stinger convertible? I just saw one and I was in SHOCK
I’m sure that was custom nothing official
I like mini convertibles great thing to have
I agree with you!
Chic I miss the classic Minilite mag wheels of the '60s & '70s
Those are amazing!
What a dartie little scooter
It was a blast.
Joe, any news on the new Kona N ?
I love it. take my money.
Great review! I feel like those rims need some work but overall nice car!
Such a fun car to drive and a great review! I love my MINi and wouldn’t drive anything else!
I totally agree with you Mark! It was great to meet you at the Raiti's Rides 500k celebration.
I am looking for a gentler ride, what about it. bigger tires smaller rims or vice versa?
It’s cute but a fiat 124 abarth or mazda mx5 fits the bill equally well and are more dynamic to drive. Not to mention, Mini’s can get EXPENSIVE with the options list
Make a video about the new 2021 Ram 1500 Built to Serve Edition
You got it!
A car that has 4WD and a manual transmission is the Toyota Yaris GR, but isn’t available in the United States.
A 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder great engine
So nice i love it and younger car for young guys or girls so smart