2010 Mini John Cooper Works Challenge Edition

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 10:47

PRESS RELEASE

MINI JCW Dressed for the Challenge

More performance. More customization. More MINI. Introducing the new and exclusive race-inspired MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition – bringing the MINI John Cooper Works even closer to the track.

In recognition of the pure pedigree that underpins MINI, the release of the MINI John Cooper Challenge Edition draws John Cooper Works even closer to the MINI CHALLENGE race car, both in its appearance and performance.

The MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition is powered by the same powerplant as the MINI CHALLENGE race cars; delivering 155kW from a twin-scroll turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine. Developing a maximum of 260 Nm of torque (280 Nm torque available during Overboost) the MINI John Cooper works propels from 0-100km/h in just 6.5 seconds.

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Exclusive to the Australian market, the John Cooper Works Challenge Edition includes the following features over the already highly optioned MINI John Cooper Works model: John Cooper Works aerodynamics package consisting of front, rear and side aprons, John Cooper Works Carbon spoiler, John Cooper Works Aluminium cross brace, John Cooper Works Alcantara and Carbon steering wheel, John Cooper Works Carbon gearshift knob with Alcantara shroud, John Cooper Works Carbon handbrake lever with Alcantara surround and unique Challenge Edition badging.

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The Challenge Edition is available with all new MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop, Clubman or Cabrio models. Representing over $7,000 worth of value, the Challenge Edition is available for a strictly limited time as a $2,500 option.

A testament to the strength and success of the MINI Challenge race series, last year the sales of MINI John Cooper Works reach unprecedented heights, accounting for 26 percent of MINI Cooper S Hardtop sales and 10 per cent of the entire model range.

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The 2010 MINI Challenge season kicks off in March with the categories debut at the Clipsal 500 in Adelaide.

shishir_bn · 29th January 2010, 11:23

I think this is the same car(old version) which Mr Bean drives(the serial which is shown on TV)

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 11:59

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Originally Posted by shishir_bn

I think this is the same car(old version) which Mr Bean drives(the serial which is shown on TV)

of course man!! i actually thought that everyone knew that!!

Forged_Piston · 29th January 2010, 12:08

Ya, its the same car barring his innovative car security system.

shishir_bn · 29th January 2010, 12:10

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Originally Posted by Bumblebee86

of course man!! i actually thought that everyone knew that!!

I don't know how many know this info.
This car is coming to India and the price tag that is being told is around 20lac.

It is a premium small car from the house of BMW. This is slightly bigger than Beetle and Fiat 500.Coming to India in 3 variant mini one, Cooper and cooper S.It will have 4 engine choice. 95bhp/1.4ltr, 110bhp/1.6ltr, 120bhp/1.6ltr and 175bhp/1.6ltr turbocharged. Expected to come in June 2010 with a price tag of 20lac.

suhaas307 · 29th January 2010, 12:55

Now this Mini looks really tasty! Everything about it tingles my senses! Oh how tough it's going to be to choose between the Fiat 500 Abarth Esseesse and this hot hatch now!

Italian Job part II (remake) anyone?

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 13:16

(TOTALLY OUT OF TOPIC, BUT STILL-)

The Italian Job is going to me made in Bollywood too, right? what would the mini be for us?? any guesses??
PUNTO??- personally i think it fits the role perfectly!!

suhaas307 · 29th January 2010, 13:41

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Originally Posted by Bumblebee86

(TOTALLY OUT OF TOPIC, BUT STILL-)

The Italian Job is going to me made in Bollywood too, right? what would the mini be for us?? any guesses??
PUNTO??- personally i think it fits the role perfectly!!

That's a very nice idea actually! The Punto would be a great car for the movie! It looks great and drives like a dream! Besides, it has all the Italian blood you need!

But on second thought, an Indian car would be very nice too; since it would be an India movie! It would not only boost sales, but it'll give the consumers a whole new idea and perspective on that car.

Oh and this is the car I'm referring to: http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/1667596-post2.html

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 14:35

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Originally Posted by suhaas307

That's a very nice idea actually! The Punto would be a great car for the movie! It looks great and drives like a dream! Besides, it has all the Italian blood you need!

But on second thought, an Indian car would be very nice too; since it would be an India movie! It would not only boost sales, but it'll give the consumers a whole new idea and perspective on that car.

Oh and this is the car I'm referring to: http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/1667596-post2.html

hmm, a concept car- the idea is good. But dont you think it is much better to include a car that is already in production, rather than a concept one?
oh wait, we could also ask Mr. DC for his ideas!! i bet he could come up with something like Taarzan a.k.a the Wonder Car!!!

Sha · 29th January 2010, 14:40

I drive Mini Cooper and it feels awesome to drive, I have 1.6/110HP.

suhaas307 · 29th January 2010, 17:28

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Originally Posted by Bumblebee86

hmm, a concept car- the idea is good. But dont you think it is much better to include a car that is already in production, rather than a concept one?
oh wait, we could also ask Mr. DC for his ideas!! i bet he could come up with something like Taarzan a.k.a the Wonder Car!!!

Well, we don't know if it would remain a concept now would we? Let's just keep our fingers crossed and hope this reaches the assembly line!

Oh wait! What about the Swift?

And about the car being a DC, if that happens, I assure you that at least one individual on this forum will commit suicide!

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Originally Posted by Sha

I drive Mini Cooper and it feels awesome to drive, I have 1.6/110HP.

That's good man!

put up some pictures of your ride and give us a detailed ownership experience. Do start a fresh thread on that!

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 18:40

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Originally Posted by suhaas307

Oh wait! What about the Swift?

And about the car being a DC, if that happens, I assure you that at least one individual on this forum will commit suicide!

. i think he is trying to improve his work. This year at the Expo he did a good job with the van/ mini bus. Give him a chance, maybe he could perform a miracle!!!

Swift- hmm...yeah but still not the perfect choice ( i dont know why, though).

suhaas307 · 29th January 2010, 19:26

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Originally Posted by Bumblebee86

. i think he is trying to improve his work. This year at the Expo he did a good job with the van/ mini bus. Give him a chance, maybe he could perform a miracle!!!

Swift- hmm...yeah but still not the perfect choice ( i dont know why, though).

We're going terribly OT here Mr. Bee!

To be brutally honest, I sort of liked his quirky designs right from the start. Although there were many of his designs that nearly made me run to the loo, I began to appreciate some of his work.

AyAn! · 29th January 2010, 19:35

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Originally Posted by suhaas307

Oh how tough it's going to be to choose between the Fiat 500 Abarth Esseesse and this hot hatch now!

I'll pick the Alfa Mito if you ask me,with the 500 Abarth and this Mini tailing close behind!
A sucker for Italian automotive design,thats me!

Bumblebee86 · 29th January 2010, 22:50

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Originally Posted by suhaas307

We're going terribly OT here Mr. Bee!

dang!! i wondered how far we would go out of topic over here!! we made it this far and you win!!!

29th January 2010, 10:47	#1
Bumblebee86 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gudaibiya; BAHRAIN/ Vandiperiyar; KERALA/ Wuhan; CHINA Posts: 359 Thanked: 6 Times	2010 Mini John Cooper Works Challenge Edition PRESS RELEASE MINI JCW Dressed for the Challenge More performance. More customization. More MINI. Introducing the new and exclusive race-inspired MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition – bringing the MINI John Cooper Works even closer to the track. In recognition of the pure pedigree that underpins MINI, the release of the MINI John Cooper Challenge Edition draws John Cooper Works even closer to the MINI CHALLENGE race car, both in its appearance and performance. The MINI John Cooper Works Challenge Edition is powered by the same powerplant as the MINI CHALLENGE race cars; delivering 155kW from a twin-scroll turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine. Developing a maximum of 260 Nm of torque (280 Nm torque available during Overboost) the MINI John Cooper works propels from 0-100km/h in just 6.5 seconds. Exclusive to the Australian market, the John Cooper Works Challenge Edition includes the following features over the already highly optioned MINI John Cooper Works model: John Cooper Works aerodynamics package consisting of front, rear and side aprons, John Cooper Works Carbon spoiler, John Cooper Works Aluminium cross brace, John Cooper Works Alcantara and Carbon steering wheel, John Cooper Works Carbon gearshift knob with Alcantara shroud, John Cooper Works Carbon handbrake lever with Alcantara surround and unique Challenge Edition badging. The Challenge Edition is available with all new MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop, Clubman or Cabrio models. Representing over $7,000 worth of value, the Challenge Edition is available for a strictly limited time as a $2,500 option. A testament to the strength and success of the MINI Challenge race series, last year the sales of MINI John Cooper Works reach unprecedented heights, accounting for 26 percent of MINI Cooper S Hardtop sales and 10 per cent of the entire model range. The 2010 MINI Challenge season kicks off in March with the categories debut at the Clipsal 500 in Adelaide.
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29th January 2010, 11:23	#2
shishir_bn Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,195 Thanked: 120 Times	I think this is the same car(old version) which Mr Bean drives(the serial which is shown on TV)
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29th January 2010, 12:08	#4
Forged_Piston BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 63 Thanked: 4 Times	Ya, its the same car barring his innovative car security system.
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suhaas307 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9,056 Thanked: 13,692 Times	Now this Mini looks really tasty! Everything about it tingles my senses! Oh how tough it's going to be to choose between the Fiat 500 Abarth Esseesse and this hot hatch now! Italian Job part II (remake) anyone?
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29th January 2010, 13:16	#7
Bumblebee86 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gudaibiya; BAHRAIN/ Vandiperiyar; KERALA/ Wuhan; CHINA Posts: 359 Thanked: 6 Times	(TOTALLY OUT OF TOPIC, BUT STILL-) The Italian Job is going to me made in Bollywood too, right? what would the mini be for us?? any guesses?? PUNTO??- personally i think it fits the role perfectly!!
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29th January 2010, 14:40	#10
Sha BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Canberra Posts: 539 Thanked: 17 Times View My Garage	I drive Mini Cooper and it feels awesome to drive, I have 1.6/110HP.
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