https://cars.uk.msn.com/features/photos.aspx?cp-documentid=157272628&page=7
thoughts are ? ..................................
thoughts are ? ..................................
so the new mini this year will look like this !
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Matt
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Looks like a mini scirocco :O
TripNip
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I'm gonna be honest, I don't dislike it... Hell, I like it.
Bones
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Looks quite nice!
Bones
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TURBO":vb370ikv said:
I think bits of the chassis would drop off as it accelarated! :lol:
Is it still a 5.0 v10 M5 engine like when I worked there? Bit of a beast
gavin-h
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Is that the Mini Street Ka edition? :lol:
toni_133
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not really a fan, it looks like it has been to over designed, just leave the mini shape alone, as it is no longer a mini :-(
toni_133
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matbry01":2hkko3p6 said:
They are just trying to bleed the mini design dry at the minute.
madmatt
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That's the Mini Coupe Concept that was in Forza 3.
It's odd...kinda different...kinda like it but it probably shouldn't have the Mini Badge.
It's odd...kinda different...kinda like it but it probably shouldn't have the Mini Badge.
Leanne
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What about this the mini john cooper works coupé endurance got this from an article in todays news at work.
The MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance: A racing car based on the new MINI Coupé celebrates its world premiere in 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife.
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. With the participation of the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance, the Nürburgring 24-hour race will be staging an automotive world premiere for the first time in its history.
Baptism of fire for a new model
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 MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance 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-litre 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 330 Newton metres. Top speed is in excess of 240 km/h.
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 coupé silhouette sets it apart clearly from the Hatch and helps to minimise 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 Coupé's already supreme handling; the front spoiler, rear diffuser and adjustable rear wing generate downforce, optimising the balance between the front and rear axle.
Technology from MINI Challenge
The MINI John Cooper Works Coupé 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 Challeng racing and adds a specially tuned DSC dynamic control system, likewise optimised for the race track. Plus, in the interests of safety - and rapid pit stops - the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance is kitted out with an integrated pneumatic jack.
The MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance: A racing car based on the new MINI Coupé celebrates its world premiere in 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife.
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. With the participation of the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance, the Nürburgring 24-hour race will be staging an automotive world premiere for the first time in its history.
Baptism of fire for a new model
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 MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance 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-litre 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 330 Newton metres. Top speed is in excess of 240 km/h.
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 coupé silhouette sets it apart clearly from the Hatch and helps to minimise 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 Coupé's already supreme handling; the front spoiler, rear diffuser and adjustable rear wing generate downforce, optimising the balance between the front and rear axle.
Technology from MINI Challenge
The MINI John Cooper Works Coupé 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 Challeng racing and adds a specially tuned DSC dynamic control system, likewise optimised for the race track. Plus, in the interests of safety - and rapid pit stops - the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance is kitted out with an integrated pneumatic jack.