MINI Cooper S with John Cooper Works G_P Tuning Kit

[Chief_Charlie]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

In terms of exterior looks that should be just about it. The spoiler should be "neater" and will be a carbon item (the one on the car was some sort of wobbly mock-up), but overall it's pretty much what you see is what you'll get.

Paul,
Was this post in response to my question about the tinted glass and other items?
Charlie

[Beastmaster]

Quote: Originally Posted by Chief_Charlie

Yes, these are mostly "styling" changes, but the hope is to make the design a little more coheasive.

Design is an interesting and subjective topic of debate. I think that before arguing for a more "cohesive" look we should consider the whole style of the mini. Basically, it is the most successful attempt at a retro style car that I can think of. It is instantly recognisable as a mini, but is completely different from the original. " Cohesive" was perhaps not done quite as well in the sixties in car design, and therefore one could make a strong argument for the mini specifically not looking too cohesive, lest it moves too far from its roots. In other words if there is one car on the market today that should look like its side skirts are a bolt on afterthought then surely it should be a mini - otherwise it might just look like every other car manufacturers sports derivative!

[Paul]

You and LMB really.

I can always ask about things like this with MINI direct, but with the pre-orders going so well, I think it would take a lot for them to change their minds drastically.

[wibbly]

Quote: Originally Posted by goonery

And lead us not into turbocharging,
But deliver us from diesel.
For Whine is the kingdom,
and the power,
and the glory,
the blower for ever.
Amen.

apologies for any religious similarities, no offence

LMAO.....

[Paul]

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Some interesting parrelels might be drawn between the GP Tuning Kit and these sketches maybe?

[Washy]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Some interesting parrelels might be drawn between the GP Tuning Kit and these sketches maybe?

Those are cool, not seen those before....now where are my drilled discs and that aggressive bonnet scoop....

[Chief_Charlie]

MINI should have stuck with what Frank did in 1998!

[sirdavid]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Now that's more like it!!!

[jeffers]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

Here we go:

http://www.mini2.com/article326.html

Great update - thanks Paul

[Brynster]

Quote: Originally Posted by sirdavid

Now that's more like it!!!

Amen to that with bells on!
Can I transfer my deposit, mister?
ORSUM! And yet, not too far removed from the MINI we know and love.

[Damo]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Some interesting parrelels might be drawn between the GP Tuning Kit and these sketches maybe?

Seen the first 2 images before, but not the 3rd. I loved the idea of the integrated spot lights, and Cooper S indented on the rear.

[WxSquid]

Quote: Originally Posted by goonery

Nope, remember ,

And lead us not into turbocharging,
But deliver us from diesel.
For Whine is the kingdom,
and the power,
and the glory,
the blower for ever.
Amen.

apologies for any religious similarities, no offence

Amen is right!!

This is why I'm getting the '06 - I want a supercharger, not a turbo....

[wibbly]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Some interesting parrelels might be drawn between the GP Tuning Kit and these sketches maybe?

Perhaps I'm just getting old, but I don't think you can beat the MINI as it is with the aero kit...No more is needed in my eyes

[Shorty]

Quote: Originally Posted by wibbly

Perhaps I'm just getting old, but I don't think you can beat the MINI as it is with the aero kit...No more is needed in my eyes

Amen to that

[LMB]

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

I was thinking about the styling thing and remembered some design sketches by Frank Stephenson, MINI Designer, of the MINI Cooper S, dated 1998.

Some interesting parrelels might be drawn between the GP Tuning Kit and these sketches maybe?

Now they are MUCH more like it.

HINT HINT BMW !!