Classes

THE JCW CLASS

The JCW Class sits at the pinnacle of the MINI CHALLENGE, offering a specification that is closer to the BTCC cars it shares a stage with than any other single-make championship in the UK – but at a fraction of the cost.

Goodyear slick tyres, a Damico tuned 2-litre engine, Quaife sequential gearbox, three-way adjustable Nitron dampers and Alcon brakes ensure the JCW Class provides the perfect stepping stone to touring car racing while representing the ‘Best of British’.

Specification

  • Based on Gen 3 F56 MINI Hatch
  • Reconditioned engine and ancillaries as new engines are not available due to original car specification changing
  • Bespoke engine and turbo calibration
  • Engine and turbo technical support
  • Shell lightening programme
  • Welded in cage with side impact strategy
  • 2.0-litre Turbo, 255bhp Target
  • Bespoke Specialist Components Motorsport ECU
  • Forge Intercooler, Radiator & Induction
  • Scorpion Stainless Exhaust System
  • Owen Developments spec turbo
  • Engine oil cooler & rad cowl
  • Quaife sequential gearbox
  • Lightweight Flywheel
  • Motorsport clutch
  • Tran X Plated Limited Slip Differential
  • OBP Pedal Box with Alcon Master Cylinders
  • HEL Braided brake hoses
  • Powerful Alcon brakes with floating rotors
  • Mintex Brake Pads
  • 3 Way Adjustable Nitron Dampers
  • Adjustable rear control arms
  • Powerflex Black Series bushes
  • Bespoke Touring Car inspired aero kit
  • GRP Dash
  • Spring options
  • 17 Inch Team Dynamics Rims
  • 235/17 Slick and Wet Goodyear Tyres
  • Cosworth full-colour dash
  • Weight c1170kg with driver

 

Pricing

Complete JCW Built from used Donor car supplied by the customer – £54,950.00 + VAT

Finance available.

Budgets will be kept down through limits on use of tyres,

control parts and repair services for key components including GRP parts.

Example Parts Pricing

Tyres – c£300.00

Pads – c£210.00

Front Bumper Complete – c£800.00

All plus VAT

THE JCW SPORT CLASS

The new for 2024 JCW Sport Class sits between the Cooper and JCW classes as a clear stepping stone between the two. Designed to be easily upgraded to full JCW spec it is a more cost effective and approachable option to join the MINI CHALLENGE on the TOCA Package.

Goodyear slick tyres, a Damico tuned 2-litre engine, 6 Speed H pattern gearbox, three-way adjustable Nitron dampers and Alcon brakes ensure the JCW Sport Class provide performance and accessibility.​

Specification

  • Based on Gen 3 F56 MINI Hatch
  • Reconditioned engine and ancillaries as new engines are not available due to original car specification changing
  • Bespoke engine and turbo calibration
  • High levels of engine and turbo technical support
  • Shell lightening programme
  • Welded in cage with side impact strategy
  • 2.0-litre Turbo, 225Bhp expected power output
  • Bespoke Specialist Components Motorsport ECU
  • Forge Intercooler, Radiator & Induction
  • Scorpion Stainless Exhaust System
  • Owen Developments spec turbo
  • Engine oil cooler & rad cowl
  • OE H Pattern 6 speed gearbox
  • Lightweight Flywheel
  • Motorsport clutch
  • Quaife ATB Diff
  • OBP Pedal Box with Alcon Master Cylinders
  • HEL Braided brake hoses
  • Powerful Alcon brakes with floating rotors
  • Mintex Brake Pads
  • 3 Way Adjustable Nitron Dampers
  • Adjustable rear control arms
  • Powerflex Black Series bushes
  • Bespoke Touring Car inspired aero kit
  • GRP Dash
  • 17 Inch Team Dynamics Rims
  • 235/17 Slick and Wet Goodyear Tyres
  • Cosworth full colour dash
  • Weight c1170kg with driver

THE COOPER CLASS

It might be the first rung on the ladder, but the Cooper Class often produces the most exciting racing the MINI CHALLENGE can offer.

The Cooper Class made three highly successful guest appearances events on the BTCC calendar in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and will return to entertain fans at another three events on the highest stage in UK motorsport during the 2024 season.

The entry level Cooper Class car uses a 130bhp 1.6-litre normally aspirated engine, six-speed manual gearbox and Goodyear slick and wet tyres, limited to two new tyres per race meeting.

 

Specification

  • 130 BHP 1.6-litre engine
  • Tight scrutineering controls
  • Championship Flywheel
  • Single way adjustable AST dampers
  • Adjustable toe and ride height
  • Bolt in cage
  • Ultra-robust 6 speed gearbox
  • Team Dynamics 15” wheels
  • Goodyear slick and wet tyres
  • Rear wing
  • Forge Air Filter and Adjustable Control Arms
  • Powerflex Bushes
  • Helix Motorsport Clutch Kit
  • Scorpion Exhaust System
  • Mintex Brake Pads and Discs
  • Goodridge braided hoses

Pricing

Cooper Class cars can be built for as little as £14,000.00*

which includes the cost of the donor car.

*This price includes basic level of preparation and may vary dependent on  the condition of the donor car and final specification. Excludes labour.

All plus VAT