The MINI MINI (2007-15) 2DR CONVERTIBLE JOHN COOPER WORKS 1.6 211 EU5 CHILI AND MEDIA AUTO6 is a convertible with sporty performance and an automatic gearbox. It sits among fun-focused city cars rather than practical family cars, pairing MINI’s familiar shape with a folding roof and John Cooper Works character. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 52 look-ups covering 25 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot rather than a full market survey. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £7,500, average recorded mileage of 37,000 miles and around 3,000 miles driven per year. Cars in this sample had about 2.3 previous keepers on average. It suits drivers wanting open-air fun, acceleration and compact dimensions, especially couples or commuters who rarely need rear-seat space. More focused than ordinary MINI convertibles, the John Cooper Works stands out against rivals such as the Fiat 500C. Its sporty character brings excitement, but check condition and history before buying.