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2010 MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 
In celebration of the birth of MINI and John Cooper’s legendary Formula One title victory 50 years ago, the most highly anticipated MINI is coming to the US! In 1959, Alec Issigonis presented his concept for a small car with transverse-mounted front four-cylinder engine and space for four occupants plus luggage. That same year, sports car constructor John Cooper won his first Formula One World Championship title with Jack Brabham at the wheel. The MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 evokes both the start of the triumphal path of the classic MINI, as well as victory in the F1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championship for John Cooper’s racing team. This special edition MINI was inspired by John Cooper’s son, Mike. It will have a limited production run of 250 units worldwide and only 50 units in the US. The car is based on the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe, and features numerous exterior and interior details reflecting MINI’s racing pedigree.
The MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 is the youngest and at the same time the most intriguing result of a long motor sport tradition shared by the MINI and John Cooper Works brands. Even before the classic MINI was launched onto the market, sports car constructor John Cooper had been casting his eye on this revolutionary new small car. A boost in engine output and a few minor tweaks rapidly transformed, what was above all, a practical two-door car, into a thoroughly competitive sports machine. In the 1960s the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S models made their mark as serial winners both in rally racing and on the race track. Absolute highlights in the racing career of the classic MINI are its three overall wins in the Monte Carlo Rally of 1964, 1965 and 1967.
As a close friend and business partner of MINI creator Alec Issigonis, John Cooper paved the way for, and gave his name to these MINI variants that were to prove so successful in the sporting arena. The man who recognized the competitive potential of the MINI early on and then systematically capitalized on it had created a revolution on the world’s race tracks. He was the first constructor, along with his father Charles Cooper, to field a mid-engined sports car in the Formula One World Championship. In doing so, the team set a trailblazing trend for the entire motor sport sector. In 1959 and 1960, Cooper race cars scooped up the Constructors’ and Drivers’ title in the Formula One World Championship – a first in racing history for mid-engined models. It was a concept that caught on, as to this day, all Formula One cars are built according to this principle.
50 years later, the legendary British race track at Silverstone provided the perfect backdrop for the world premiere of the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50. From May 22nd to 24th, 2009, MINI fans from around the world celebrated the 50th anniversary of the brand at the MINI United Festival. They gathered together to enjoy an exciting program of live performances by top stars from the international music scene, lifestyle action in typical MINI style, and countless intriguing glimpses of the brand’s heritage. Silverstone also hosted two rounds of the current German MINI CHALLENGE.
The bodywork of the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 comes in a new Connaught Green, harking back to the famous color of British race cars of the 1950s and 60s. It is combined with Pepper White roof and bonnet stripes. The green with the white bonnet stripes also mirror the color concept of the Cooper F1 cars. The specification of these colors was provided by Mike Cooper, which gives the car its authenticity. Mike was consulted throughout the development by the MINI Design department. Mike’s full name is “John” Michael Cooper and he signs himself John Cooper. His signature appears on one bonnet stripe and on a fascia plaque. Further accentuating the competitive character of the special edition are the John Cooper Works aerodynamics package and John Cooper Works Cross Spoke CHALLENGE light-alloy wheels in Jet Black.
Ensuring both an optimal view and a striking look are the Xenon Headlights with black interior surfaces and additional Driving Lamps with black housings. The MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 also features a plethora of carbon-fiber features. Among them is the scoop on the bonnet, rear diffuser, exterior mirror caps and tailgate handle. These provide the link to the modern racing era. Special numbering on the side scuttle finishers identify each MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 as an individual entity of an exclusive limited series.
Regarding the interior color and trim, the racing theme is maintained by Carbon Black, which is overlaid by subtle sporty red touches. The full leather sports seats come in black with red piping and the red theme is perpetuated with coordinating red knee-rolls, armrests and red stitching on the floor mats, gearshift & handbrake gaiters. Fascia and door grip finishers continue the carbon-fiber theme, as does the John Cooper Works insert on the Sports Steering Wheel with an Alcantara rim.
Like the design features of the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50, its suspension technology is unique for this vehicle class. In addition to the McPherson struts on the front axle and a central-arm rear axle (otherwise not found in the small car segment), electric power assisted steering (EPAS) also helps guarantee safe and thrillingly precise handling. A Sport button on the center console activates a palpably more dynamic setting with sharper steering response and enhanced precision. The Sport button also switches the accelerator pedal control map to an even sportier mode. The large sports brake system with red aluminum calipers guarantees short stopping distances. It responds with precision, and the brake power can be finely applied.
Also key to the superior performance of the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 is the power source under its bonnet, which is similarly defined by the racing competence of MINI John Cooper Works. This 1.6L four-cylinder unit is based on the engine of the MINI John Cooper Works CHALLENGE that was first fielded in 2008. It provides 208 hp and develops maximum torque of 192 lb-ft between 1850 and 5600 rpm, which can even be briefly increased to 207 lb-ft thanks to an overboost feature. Power transmission is via a six-speed manual gearbox. This enables the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 to do the 0-60 mph acceleration run in 6.2 seconds, going on to a top speed of 147 mph.
Herb Chambers MINI of Boston is proud to announce that we have been selected as a premier dealership to have one of less than fifty (50) available in the United States for sale.
For further information, please contact Ryan Carroll or Marcelo Kopper at 877-205-8841.
*European version shown- pictures are for reference only
Standard Equipment • Anthracite Headlining
• Automatic Air Conditioning
• Bluetooth Telephone Audio Connection
• Chrome Line Interior
• Color Line, Rooster Red
• Front Fog Lamps
• Full Bluetooth Preparation
• USB/iPod Audio Integration
• Harman Kardon Premium Audio System
• Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
• Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC)
• Heated Front Seats
• Heated Side Mirrors
• Heated Front Washer Jets
• Power Folding Side Mirrors
• Multi-function Controls for Steering Wheel
• White Indicators
• Center Armrest
Special Edition Content: • Hand Built
• 17″ Cross-Spoke Challenge Alloy Wheels in Jet Black
• Additional Driving Lights, Black
• Bi-Xenon Lights with Black Interior Reflectors
• Bonnet Stripes in Pepper White without Pin-Stripes, with John Cooper Signature on – - Driver's Side
• John Cooper Works 3-Spoke Sport Alcantara/Leather Steering Wheel
• John Cooper Works Aerodynamic Kit
• Championship Red Lounge Leather Upholstery
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Bonnet Scoop
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Front Door Grips
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Interior Trim with John Cooper Signature Plaque
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser
• John Cooper Works Carbon Fiber Tailgate Handle
• John Cooper Works Floor Mats, Carbon Black with Red Stitching
• Leather Gearshift Gaiter, Carbon Black with Red Stitching
• Leather Handbrake Gaiter, Carbon Black with Red Stitching
• Side Scuttle Finisher Chrome Frame with Edition Number (0-250)
Technical Specifications: ENGINE
Liters/type Tuned 1.6 - Liter Overhead cam (OHC), 16– Valve Inline 4 - Cylinder. Turbocharged, Direct Injection Aluminum Block Engine (208hp)
Bore/stroke, inch 3.03/3.38
Max. Horsepower, hp/rpm 208/6000
Power to Weight Ratio, lbs./hp 12.99
Fuel Efficiency Hwy/City/Comb MPG 34/26/29 (Manual only)
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 gallons
TRANSMISSION
Gear ratios 6-speed manual
I/II 3.308/2.130
III/IV 1.483/1.139
III/IV 1.483/1.139
V/VI 0.949/0.816
Final Drive Ratio 3.65
Reverse Ratio 3.231
PERFORMANCE
Drag Coefficient 0.39
Top speed 147 mph
Acceleration - 0-60 6.2 seconds
SUSPENSION
Front: MacPherson Strut
Rear: Multi-link
TIRES, WHEELS & BRAKES
Tire Dimensions 205/45 R17
Wheel Dimensions 17" x 7"
Material Alloy
Brake dimensions (diameter)
Front - Vented: inch 12.4"
Rear - Solid: inch 11.0"
WEIGHT
Unladen Weight, lbs. 2701
Weight Distribution, % Front/Rear 62/38
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