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Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:05 AM

So as there is yet to be an R56 Works Forum I thought I'd start up a new thread detailing all the information that comes out about the R56 Works car and Works accessories, the latest pictures, create an area where we can all talk about the Works versions of the R56 MINI and the Works accessories and display a list of those who have pre-ordered an R56 Works.

Now open for posting

It may take me a while and mutiple posts to get the info up so bear with me. In the mean time select thread tools and subscribe to this thread.

Pre Orders:

Root Ginger (Cancelled Order)
goodingm
Washy

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:10 AM

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:14 AM

Double Spoke Composite

Double Spoke Matt Black

Double Spoke Burnished and Black

Star Spoke

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:17 AM

Sports Brakes

Strut Brace

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:21 AM

Carbon Air Intake

Carbon Mirror Cap

Carbon Tailgate Handle

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:30 AM

Gear Shift Indicator

Entry Strip

Entry Strip Illuminated

Floor Mats

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:46 PM

Sports Seats

Carbon/Leather Steering Wheel

Carbon/Leather Gear Knob

Carbon/Leather Handbrake Grip

Carbon/Alcantara Steering Wheel

Carbon/Alcantara Gear Knob

Carbon Alcantara Handbrake Grip

Carbon Trim Strip

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:56 PM

OK guys that's your lot. For those of you who posted in between my pictures you have been sent PM's kindly asking you to remove your posts

You can repost these now if you wish as this thread is now open.

I really like all the JCW items with exception of the mats (why the checkers?) and the rear wing. Much prefer the current aero wing.

GR33NIE · Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:58 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by LMB (original)

And then some.

I know

Id love to know what future values MINI Select will be giving though, always helps out with the purchase

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:01 PM

I suspect I will pick up a year old R56 and add the Works kit to it. Depends on how much I would save though, may not be worth it if the residuals are anything like the current car.

LMB · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:04 PM

Oops sorry.

Post deleted.

Back on topic.......Rakes just told me you won't be able to add the kit. It is going to be a separate model.

:: Jon :: · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:12 PM

not sure about that strut brace tho....

TBH i'm not liking the new shape one little bit.. maybe once ive seen and drove it i may change my mind but i think if and when i come to sell the S my next car will be a Porsche Carrea 993

along the lines of (in black)

goodingm · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:19 PM

Would like to think they will make the JCW unique so that is different from the MCS with aero kit.
Otherwise it will be difficult to justify a premium otherwise as you will be sure to get mods for extra power on aftermarket.

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:29 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by goodingm (original)

Would like to think they will make the JCW unique so that is different from the MCS with aero kit.
Otherwise it will be difficult to justify a premium otherwise as you will be sure to get mods for extra power on aftermarket.

It will have the JCW badging and the JCW wing appears to be different to the wing that was on the aerokit at the Paris Motorshow.

I think the thing JCW will have in there favour is driveability. It's going to be easy for an aftermarket company to slap a big turbo on the car and get 300BHP. However it will then introduce lag which those who have driven the R56 say it doesn't suffer from. I think the JCW version will be similar in power to the outgoing model but will suffer little or no lag like the the MCS possibly just having a bigger version of the same turbo system already fitted to it. I think most aftermarket will go with a higher pressure conventional turbo, producing bigger power but losing driveability due to the lag introduced.

Washy · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:39 PM

I am on the list for a JCW, but will only go for one if it is a distinct model rather than an MCS with a kit.
I doubt I would waste

my money on a kit option again given the way the residuals are on the current car.
If no pukka JCW is forthcoming from the factory I will then make a decision weather I go for an MCS or not.

Rakey · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:42 PM

Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS?

bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56

Rakey · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:43 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original)

I am on the list for a JCW, but will only go for one if it is a distinct model rather than an MCS with a kit.
I doubt I would waste

my money on a kit option again given the way the residuals are on the current car.
If no pukka JCW is forthcoming from the factory I will them make a decision weather I go for an MCS or not.

thinking the same myself, the MCS on its own is a bag of fun, but if they make the JCW a different car to the MCS then it will make me want it more

Root Ginger · Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:54 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original)

Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS?

bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56

First post edited. This thread should include all aspects to do with Works and the R56 MINI including accessories.

As far as we know at the moment the R56 JCW will be the same as it is now, a modified MCS. Anything else is just speculation which is where this thread comes in...

LMB · Oct 2nd, 2006, 02:02 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original)

Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS?

bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56

I bet it will look practically identical.

Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:05 AM	#1
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	R56 Works Info, Discussion, Banter and Pre-orders. So as there is yet to be an R56 Works Forum I thought I'd start up a new thread detailing all the information that comes out about the R56 Works car and Works accessories, the latest pictures, create an area where we can all talk about the Works versions of the R56 MINI and the Works accessories and display a list of those who have pre-ordered an R56 Works. Now open for posting It may take me a while and mutiple posts to get the info up so bear with me. In the mean time select thread tools and subscribe to this thread. Pre Orders: Root Ginger (Cancelled Order) goodingm Washy It was acceptable in the 80's Last edited by Root Ginger : Jul 17th, 2007 at 07:12 AM.

Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:10 AM	#2 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	JCW Aerodymic Kit: It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	JCW Wheels: Double Spoke Composite Double Spoke Matt Black Double Spoke Burnished and Black Star Spoke It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:17 AM	#4 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Chassis Tuning: Sports Brakes Strut Brace It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	JCW External Accessories: Carbon Air Intake Carbon Mirror Cap Carbon Tailgate Handle It was acceptable in the 80's

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Oct 2nd, 2006, 11:30 AM	#6 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Internal Accessories: Gear Shift Indicator Entry Strip Entry Strip Illuminated Floor Mats It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:46 PM	#7 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Internal Carbon/Leather/Alcantara Sports Seats Carbon/Leather Steering Wheel Carbon/Leather Gear Knob Carbon/Leather Handbrake Grip Carbon/Alcantara Steering Wheel Carbon/Alcantara Gear Knob Carbon Alcantara Handbrake Grip Carbon Trim Strip It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	OK guys that's your lot. For those of you who posted in between my pictures you have been sent PM's kindly asking you to remove your posts You can repost these now if you wish as this thread is now open. I really like all the JCW items with exception of the mats (why the checkers?) and the rear wing. Much prefer the current aero wing. It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 12:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
GR33NIE Polo GT Owner! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Oxfordshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 3,819 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by LMB (original) And then some. I know Id love to know what future values MINI Select will be giving though, always helps out with the purchase ::MINI Sold! Polo GT Owner::

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	I suspect I will pick up a year old R56 and add the Works kit to it. Depends on how much I would save though, may not be worth it if the residuals are anything like the current car. It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:04 PM	#11 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 24,910 Offline	Oops sorry. Post deleted. Back on topic.......Rakes just told me you won't be able to add the kit. It is going to be a separate model. Global Moderator

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:12 PM	#12 (permalink)
:: Jon :: . My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 15,109 Offline	not sure about that strut brace tho.... TBH i'm not liking the new shape one little bit.. maybe once ive seen and drove it i may change my mind but i think if and when i come to sell the S my next car will be a Porsche Carrea 993 along the lines of (in black) EMPTY SPACE NEEDS FILLING.... but it has to be something that wont get me banned

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:19 PM	#13 (permalink)
goodingm Malcolm My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kilwinning Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 84 Offline	Would like to think they will make the JCW unique so that is different from the MCS with aero kit. Otherwise it will be difficult to justify a premium otherwise as you will be sure to get mods for extra power on aftermarket.

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by goodingm (original) Would like to think they will make the JCW unique so that is different from the MCS with aero kit. Otherwise it will be difficult to justify a premium otherwise as you will be sure to get mods for extra power on aftermarket. It will have the JCW badging and the JCW wing appears to be different to the wing that was on the aerokit at the Paris Motorshow. I think the thing JCW will have in there favour is driveability. It's going to be easy for an aftermarket company to slap a big turbo on the car and get 300BHP. However it will then introduce lag which those who have driven the R56 say it doesn't suffer from. I think the JCW version will be similar in power to the outgoing model but will suffer little or no lag like the the MCS possibly just having a bigger version of the same turbo system already fitted to it. I think most aftermarket will go with a higher pressure conventional turbo, producing bigger power but losing driveability due to the lag introduced. It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:39 PM	#15 (permalink)
Washy 1151bhp/tonne Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Northampton Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 18,341 Offline	I am on the list for a JCW, but will only go for one if it is a distinct model rather than an MCS with a kit. I doubt I would waste my money on a kit option again given the way the residuals are on the current car. If no pukka JCW is forthcoming from the factory I will then make a decision weather I go for an MCS or not. Black to the future....

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:42 PM	#16 (permalink)
Rakey Four Candles? My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Hardware Shop Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 50,823 Offline	Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS? bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56 The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
Rakey Four Candles? My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Hardware Shop Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 50,823 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Washy (original) I am on the list for a JCW, but will only go for one if it is a distinct model rather than an MCS with a kit. I doubt I would waste my money on a kit option again given the way the residuals are on the current car. If no pukka JCW is forthcoming from the factory I will them make a decision weather I go for an MCS or not. thinking the same myself, the MCS on its own is a bag of fun, but if they make the JCW a different car to the MCS then it will make me want it more The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?

Oct 2nd, 2006, 01:54 PM	#18 (permalink)
Root Ginger Amiga 500 to PS3 20 Years Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Slough, Berkshire Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 4,673 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original) Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS? bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56 First post edited. This thread should include all aspects to do with Works and the R56 MINI including accessories. As far as we know at the moment the R56 JCW will be the same as it is now, a modified MCS. Anything else is just speculation which is where this thread comes in... It was acceptable in the 80's

Oct 2nd, 2006, 02:02 PM	#19 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. <div><a href= Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 09:37 PM Posts: 24,910 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original) Is this thread about the forth coming JCW MINI or the accessories that have been posted up for the R56 MCS? bit confusing, maybe it should be made clearer that those are NOT the JCW R56 I bet it will look practically identical. Global Moderator