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2011 MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance Race Car
Motor sport is in the MINI genes. And now the carmaker is set to add a new chapter to its racing heritage with the arrival of the MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance. The newly developed racer will line up at this year's 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife circuit, previewing the series-production version of the car due to be unveiled to the public in autumn 2011. (continued below)
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MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance: Born For the "Green Hell" Adventure
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Source: MINI | Published: Thu Jun 23, 2011 |
(continued from above)
With the participation of the 2011 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe
Endurance, the Nürburgring 24-hour race will be staging an automotive world
premiere for the first time in its history. At the same time, the extreme
demands of the classic endurance event ensure the new MINI model will be given a
baptism of fire.
MINI's declared aim in entering the Nürburgring 24-hour race is to
experience the adventure of the "Green Hell", as the Nürburgring-Nordschleife is
affectionately known. And the brand has called, among other things, on the
experience gained over many years of MINI Challenge sprint racing in the
development of its new racing car for this unique event.
A pure-bred
racing set-up will equip the 2011 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance
Race Car for a full day lapping the combined Nordschleife/Grand Prix circuit at
race speed. Providing the power is a specially-tuned version of the
series-produced MINI John Cooper Works engine. The 1.6-liter four-cylinder unit
- which boasts a twin-scroll turbocharger and petrol direct injection - delivers
250 hp, and the Overboost function pushes peak torque up to 243 lb-ft (330
Newton meters). Top speed is in excess of 140 mph (240 km/h).
The 2011
MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance sees the brand's customary go-kart
feeling taken to a whole new level. The stiff race suspension ensures impressive
roadholding and gives the driver constant, direct feedback from the road
surface. Adjustable shock absorber units allow the suspension set-up to be
adapted to fluctuating track conditions, a feature that will come in
particularly handy at the Nordschleife.
The more steeply raked windscreen
of the car's flat coupe silhouette sets it apart clearly from the Hatch and
helps to minimize aerodynamic drag, which the drivers will acknowledge with a
smile on the circuit's long straights.
The John Cooper Works Aerodynamics Package further enhances the Coupe's already
supreme handling; the front spoiler, rear diffuser and adjustable rear wing
generate downforce, optimizing the balance between the front and rear axle.
The 2011 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance achieves an
exceptionally high level of safety thanks to features including a roll cage
welded to the body and a sports bucket seat with six-point safety belt and
Formula One-style HANS (Head And Neck Support) system. When it comes to active
safety, the car adopts the proven braking system with Race ABS from MINI
Challenge racing and adds a specially tuned DSC dynamic control system, likewise
optimized for the race track. Plus, in the interests of safety - and rapid pit
stops - the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance is kitted out with an
integrated pneumatic jack.
Specifications |
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive |
Powertrain |
Type |
I4, Turbocharged |
Displacement |
98 cu in (1598 cc) |
Power |
250 hp |
Torque |
243 lb-ft |
Redline |
n/a |
Driveline |
Front Wheel Drive |
Transmission |
6 Speed Sequential |
Brakes & Tires |
Brakes Front - Rear |
Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs |
Tire Size Front - Rear |
215/45 R17 |
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
Length |
n/a |
Width |
n/a |
Height |
n/a |
Curb Weight |
2128 lbs |
Performance |
0-60 mph |
n/a |
1/4 Mile |
n/a |
60-0 Braking |
n/a |
Top Speed |
> 140 mph |
Fuel Economy |
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway |
n/a |
Origin & Price |
Origin |
Germany |
Base Retail Price (MSRP) |
n/a |