I’ve had my eye on the ‘12 Mini Cooper S in Canada for a while, and let me tell ya, suspension issues are a common gripe. I’ve heard peeps complain about some electrical gremlins too. Got a buddy with one who said the turbo lag is killer sometimes. Overheatin’ seems comin’ up lately too. Just gotta be prepared & do regular checks on it. 
Living in Canada, I’ve had my fair share with the 2012 Mini Cooper S. The clutch has been a pain, slipping like crazy. Plus, the build quality feels a bit off, especially with rattling noises. Others mentioned oil leaks too. Anyone else ran into these issues? Might ditch for something more reliable.
I’ve got a buddy in Toronto who owns a 2012 Mini Cooper S, and he’s had a few headaches. The Pirelli tires wear out faster than expected, and he mentioned the clutch acting up after 70k miles. Lesson learned—check your suspension. Also, running hot is a common gripe. All in all, it’s a sweet ride but requires some TLC!