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2003 Mini Cooper Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2003 Mini Cooper: Quick Overview

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2003 Mini Cooper Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2003
Make Mini
Model Cooper
Trim -
Style -
Type Hatchback
Category Compact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In Germany
Manufacturing City SPARTANBURG
Dimensions
Doors 2-Door
Curb Weight -
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4000 pounds
Overall Height -
Overall Length -
Overall Width -
Wheelbase Length -
Standard Seating -
Engine & Performance
Engine 1.6L L4
Engine Size 1.6L
Engine Cylinders 4
Transmission 5-Speed Manual
Transmission Type Manual
Transmission Speeds 5-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System -
Steering Type -
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) -
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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What Problems Does the 2003 Mini Cooper Have?

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2003 Mini Cooper Prices and Market Value

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2003 Mini Cooper Cost of Ownership

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2003 Mini Cooper Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity -
City Mileage -
Highway Mileage -

2003 Mini Cooper Safety Rating

NHTSA
Overall Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Side Overall Star Rating Not Tested
Overall Rollover Star Rating Not Tested
Combined Front Seat Rating Not Tested
Combined Rear Seat Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Frontal Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Side Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Rollover Resistance Star Rating Not Tested

2003 Mini Cooper Recalls & Defects

Suspension:rear:shock Absorber
Recall date 2003-03-10
Recall no. 03v086000
Source NHTSA
Summary ON Certain Vehicles, THE Lower Screw Connection OF THE Rear Struts TO THE Chassis MAY Fail. THE Head (Top) OF THE Screw Securing This Connection MAY Break. THE Remaining Portion OF THE Screw Will Still Hold THE Strut IN Place.
Consequence IF Left Unattended Over A Period OF Time, and Depending ON Driving Conditions, THE Remaining Portion OF THE Screw MAY Break. IF IT Broke, THE Chassis Would Lean Directly ON THE Tire Diminishing THE Driver's Ability TO Control THE Vehicle, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy Dealers Will Replace THE Lower Screw Connection OF THE Rear Struts. Owner Notification Began April 7, 2003. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Notes Customers CAN Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date 2008-08-11
Recall no. 08e050000
Source NHTSA
Summary K2 Motor IS Recalling 1,921 Aftermarket Headlamps OF Various Models Sold FOR USE ON THE Above Listed Vehicles. These Headlamps ARE Missing THE Amber Side Reflex Reflector Which Fails TO Conform With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence Without THE Amber Side Reflex Reflectors, THE Lighting Visibility MAY BE Affected, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy K2 Motor Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund. THE Recall Began ON Decemeber 17, 2008. Owners MAY Contact K2 Motor AT 1-909-839-2992.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Manufactured BY Honda, Ford, or Chrysler Llc. Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date 2009-05-11
Recall no. 09e025000
Source NHTSA
Summary Dope, Inc. IS Recalling 42,540 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy Dope, Inc. Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON July 28, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Dope, Inc. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Dope, Inc.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen. Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Steering:electric Power Assist System
Recall date 2015-10-15
Recall no. 15v660000
Source NHTSA
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 Increasing 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. Interim Notices Were Mailed TO Owners ON December 10, 2015. Owners Will Receive A Second Notice When Remedy Parts Become Available. Owners MAY Contact Mini Customer Service AT 1-866-825-1525.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.

2003 Mini Cooper Insurance

Insurance for a 2003 Mini Cooper is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Hatchback with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 2003 Mini Cooper Compare to Other Hatchback?

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Final Verdict: Is the 2003 Mini Cooper a Good Hatchback?

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