R56 Cooper JCW Wanted

[Gary]

Hi all,

Currently on the look out for an RCW mini, saw one on AT that I really took a liking to and would like a similar spec.

JCW kit
JCW recaro's
Sub 60k
Max limit of £8k

Service history and the such like would also be beneficial.

[jo123ke]

09 john cooper works jcw mini
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-...ini/1154442116


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[EcosseGP]

^^ that's been for sale for ages John. I had a chat with her about that last year ! There's no recaros on it either.
I'd have to say Gary I think you'll struggle to get all that for £8k but be a good buy if you did ...
Good luck and we'll do our best to help in your quest


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[Gary]

To be honest, it looks like I have a lot to learn with the models!

Whatever this is, is what I'm looking for:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...01602010608706

[EcosseGP]

No problem Gary we all have to start somewhere.
You're looking at a MINI Cooper S with the JCW body kit fitted. You're right it's got a few extras on it like the Recaro CS seats and JCW steering wheel inserts along with a JCW Gera knob and handbrake cover.
It's also got aftermarket alloy wheels, but what looks like carbon fibre door mirror covers and bonnet scoop ...
What I will say is the seats are not for everyone. They are great seats don't get me wrong but can be quite uncomfortable for some on long journeys. Check for marks, rips etc on the seat bolsters as most are worn and or ripped as they also aren't the easiest to get in and out of ... Cracking seats though.


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[EcosseGP]

What about something a bit different but along the same sort of lines you were looking at http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...?atmobcid=soc4


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[Gary]

This is the one I was hoping to look at with a chance to buying there and then but I was beaten by 24 hours to it.

Are the carbon JCW bits easy to come across or were they optional extras from the factory too?

Are the proper JCW's commanding more of a premium too?

[EcosseGP]

You can still order JCW extras (styling) from the dealer but they'll be expensive. Carbon bits come up on MINI forums, eBay, etc from time to time it's just a case of waiting. As for a factory JCW yes you'll pay more it just depends on if you want the performance or extras that the JCW offers you over any other model.


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[DigitalLemming]

**In 2012 - someone correct me if I am wrong - the R56 was given a mid-cycle refresh which saw some cosmetic and mechanical enhancements along with a modest power increase for the Cooper S.

Yep I think it was early 2012 saw the N18 engine introduced, mine is a Dec 2012 build and has the N18

[N16SHP]

Yeah I suppose as others have said it depends on what your needs and wants are. Certainly my R56 Cooper S was more than quick enough as standard and there are some good examples of even quicker Cooper S cars (Elfman instantly springs to mind). However, I always craved a FJCW not really for the additional power but for the noise, pops and bangs from the exhaust, the additional styling and the stopping power of the bigger breaks.

The car you posted about which was sold was definitely a looker, but the best thing about Mini's is there are plenty out there and another one you like will pop up for sure and hopefully in budget, although £8k may be tough.

Happy hunting and hopefully you get something sweet pretty soon because we'd all love to see it