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Back-To-School Car Shopping

August 15th, 2023 by

It’s officially August and that can only mean one thing: Back-to-school shopping! Notebook. Pencils. Uniforms. New car… That’s right, new car! Whether you are looking for a 1st car for your teen or it’s time for a new ride for the upcoming year, good transportation is an essential part of back-to-school shopping.  Let us help…

Tips for Buying a Pre-Owned MINI

June 30th, 2023 by

Are you looking for a used MINI? Shopping for a pre-owned MINI can be a great way to save money but knowing what to look for is an essential time saver. The greatest depreciation of a car’s value happens in the first few years, so finding that sweet spot can save you big. Purchasing a…

Helpful Car Buying Tips for College Graduates

May 15th, 2023 by

Congratulations, you did it! Graduating college is an exciting time and all of us at Patrick MINI congratulate you on your outstanding accomplishment. One of the first things many college graduates do, after finding a job, is find a form of transportation. This usually means buying a new car. Thanks to the MINI College Graduate…

Top 5 Myths About Buying a New MINI

April 30th, 2023 by

If you’re in the market for purchasing your first MINI, you’ve probably run into a lot of great advice from your friends or family about the best way to buy a car. Although we respect their opinion, some advice is either outdated or just plain wrong. It is very important to stay informed and know…

MINI Certified Pre-Owned Benefits: Extended Warranties

June 15th, 2022 by
MINI Certified Pre-Owned Logo

Certified Pre-Owned vehicles have seen a huge gain in popularity in recent years. When the pandemic created supply issues in the automotive industry, people discovered that Certified Pre-Owned vehicles were an excellent alternative to buying new vehicles. We recently told you about 10 Reasons to Buy a Certified Pre-Owned MINI. Let’s zoom in and break…

Pre-Ordering vs Custom Ordering

February 15th, 2022 by

The current frenzy for new and used vehicles is being fed by two related forces: Automakers are struggling to increase production because of a shortage of computer chips caused in large part by the pandemic. These inventory changes have increased pre-ordering or custom ordering a new vehicle. Pre-Ordering a new MINI Cooper New car managers…

WHY BUY ELECTRIC WITH PATRICK MINI?

June 30th, 2021 by
MINI Electric at Patrick MINI in Schaumburg IL

Electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) are all the rage recently, and for good reason. They still have that classic, and fun MINI standard you have grown accustomed to, but these models are much more environmentally friendly. However, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding these types of vehicles and we understand….

UNDERSTANDING TAXES AND FEES WHEN YOU BUY A CAR WITH PATRICK MINI

June 15th, 2021 by
Client Advisor at Patrick MINI with customers

The excitement of buying a car at Patrick MINI can oftentimes overshadow some of the finer details in the process. No, we are not talking about what air freshener you should choose for your new ride, or the first song you should play when you pull off the sales lot. But we’re talking about taxes….

WHY A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED MINI COOPER?

March 29th, 2021 by

A certified pre-owned vehicle is exactly what it sounds like: a used vehicle that’s certified to be in top condition by the manufacturer, who will stand behind it with a factory warranty. If that seems like the makings of a good deal, you’re right. There are many advantages to purchasing a MINI certified pre-owned (CPO)…

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