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pchilton · Dec 5th, 2002, 03:10 PM

Has anyone had the JCW conversion done to their Cooper? If so, are you happy with the result? The JCW web site indicates an increase in performance to 132 hp@5750 rpm and torque to a whopping 162 at 5000 rpm, does it 'feel' this good to you? What other differences do you notice, e.g. noise levels, mileage, etc?

Also, I'd be curious to hear why you chose to have this done vs. buying an MCS for probably the same money (or maybe even a little less). If you're like me, it would be because you prefer the styling of the Cooper over the MCS. Just curious to get everyone's thoughts and opinions.

Cheers

Willie M · Dec 6th, 2002, 03:58 AM

I too would appreciate any feedback regarding your experiences of the JCW conversion for the Cooper.

C'mon folks, surely someone out there has a JCW converted car or has had a drive in one....

We need to know

monsta · Dec 6th, 2002, 04:04 AM

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Originally posted by Willie M
I too would appreciate any feedback regarding your experiences of the JCW conversion for the Cooper.

C'mon folks, surely someone out there has a JCW converted car or has had a drive in one....

We need to know

Use the seach

http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...threadid=10403
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...threadid=16618
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=2829
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=6776

Willie M · Dec 6th, 2002, 08:10 AM

Thanks Monsta

DJC · Dec 8th, 2002, 05:15 PM

Hi, just to let you all know that I had a test drive in a Works Cooper, and it had a lot more urge from low down, got to 80 MPH quite quickly. The noise from the air induction kit and exhaust was the business. I would like to have my Cooper modified next year, just saving up for it. Try it, and I think you will like it, the guys at the John Cooper garage were friendly and helpful, makes a big change !!

pchilton · Dec 8th, 2002, 10:48 PM

Thanks DJC. So, the additional noise wasn't too excessive then? How does the noise compare against the MCS?

DJC · Dec 9th, 2002, 03:48 PM

Hello Chilly, i have not yet driven a MCS, but the noise of the JCW was nice and fruity when accelerating hard and at normal cruising speed was not too intrusive. I think the noise was worth it for the performance. All the best DJC.Happy motoring.

MichaelK · Dec 11th, 2002, 10:06 AM

I test drove one some time ago and it was lovely, great responce and sound over the standard cooper

cheers

Michael

Dec 5th, 2002, 03:10 PM	#1
pchilton MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Douglas, Massachusetts Local Time: 09:12 PM Posts: 98 Offline	Cooper JCW conversion? Has anyone had the JCW conversion done to their Cooper? If so, are you happy with the result? The JCW web site indicates an increase in performance to 132 hp@5750 rpm and torque to a whopping 162 at 5000 rpm, does it 'feel' this good to you? What other differences do you notice, e.g. noise levels, mileage, etc? Also, I'd be curious to hear why you chose to have this done vs. buying an MCS for probably the same money (or maybe even a little less). If you're like me, it would be because you prefer the styling of the Cooper over the MCS. Just curious to get everyone's thoughts and opinions. Cheers Chilly

Dec 6th, 2002, 04:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
monsta MINI2 Global Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Brighton Local Time: 10:12 PM Posts: 4,573 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Willie M I too would appreciate any feedback regarding your experiences of the JCW conversion for the Cooper. C'mon folks, surely someone out there has a JCW converted car or has had a drive in one.... We need to know Use the seach http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...threadid=10403 http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...threadid=16618 http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=2829 http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...&threadid=6776 the MINI has gone...

Dec 8th, 2002, 10:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
pchilton MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Douglas, Massachusetts Local Time: 09:12 PM Posts: 98 Offline	Thanks DJC. So, the additional noise wasn't too excessive then? How does the noise compare against the MCS? Chilly

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MichaelK MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: uk Local Time: 09:12 PM Posts: 342 Offline	I test drove one some time ago and it was lovely, great responce and sound over the standard cooper cheers Michael JCW Works S, DS/DS, Chilli, DSC, HAB, HK, panther black/lapis blue (Cloth) S0007

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Dec 6th, 2002, 03:58 AM	#2 (permalink)
Willie M MINI2 Sponsor & Jakey Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Crieff Local Time: 10:12 PM Posts: 356 Offline	I too would appreciate any feedback regarding your experiences of the JCW conversion for the Cooper. C'mon folks, surely someone out there has a JCW converted car or has had a drive in one.... We need to know

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Willie M MINI2 Sponsor & Jakey Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Crieff Local Time: 10:12 PM Posts: 356 Offline	Thanks Monsta

Dec 8th, 2002, 05:15 PM	#5 (permalink)
DJC MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: West Sussex Local Time: 10:12 PM Posts: 346 Offline	Hi, just to let you all know that I had a test drive in a Works Cooper, and it had a lot more urge from low down, got to 80 MPH quite quickly. The noise from the air induction kit and exhaust was the business. I would like to have my Cooper modified next year, just saving up for it. Try it, and I think you will like it, the guys at the John Cooper garage were friendly and helpful, makes a big change !!

Dec 9th, 2002, 03:48 PM	#7 (permalink)
DJC MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: West Sussex Local Time: 10:12 PM Posts: 346 Offline	Hello Chilly, i have not yet driven a MCS, but the noise of the JCW was nice and fruity when accelerating hard and at normal cruising speed was not too intrusive. I think the noise was worth it for the performance. All the best DJC.Happy motoring.

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