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| The JCW kit adds new larger 16-inch Sports brake discs, heavy duty calipers, a sport-tuned suspension and strut tower brace. (Photo: MINI U.S.A.) |
When ordering the JCW package at your local MINI dealer, it's always been a pick and choose affair. Many of the components, such as the air filter, and the low-backpressure exhaust system can be bought separately. However, the Cooper S Works option purchased straight from the factory comes with all the performance goodies, plus JCW's new larger 16-inch Sports brake discs, heavy duty calipers, sports suspension, strut tower brace, apron kit, special exhaust tips, and a limited slip differential to harness the extra power. Works kick plates, exterior badging and a certificate of authenticity seal the deal.
For Mike Cooper, son of the famous John Cooper and managing director of John Cooper Works Ltd, the inclusion of the JCW kit on the Oxford assembly line shows the ability for a small manufacturer to work with a major carmaker. He said, "I'm pleased that the partnership with the new MINI has been such a success. The kits offered as a factory-fit option show how closely we work together and will provide us at John Cooper Works with more time to develop further high-performance products."
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| Starting later this year, a Works 'Sound Kit' will be made available for Cooper and Cooper Classic models. (Photo: MINI U.S.A.) |
While the Cooper S Works is always topping headlines in magazines and newspapers, the company hasn't forgotten about regular MINI owners. Starting later this year, a Works 'Sound Kit' will be made available for Cooper and Cooper Classic models. It includes a high-flow air filter and a low-back pressure stainless steel exhaust to provide an additional increase in power, plus a great-sounding burbling exhaust note. The John Cooper Works company also provides a number of different interior dress-up trims for purchase, including special sports seats for front and rear passengers, plus carbon-fiber dashboard inserts and sill plates.
For more information, contact your local MINI retailer.
