Today MINIUSA is officially introducing the 2005 207hp JCW kit for the Cooper S. Dealers should be receiving the kits in the coming days and we hope to have some first impressions soon. Here's the official press release:
MINI USA announces the availability of its new higher-output John Cooper Works kit for 2005. Produced by the legendary aftermarket company John Cooper Works, the new kit for the MINI Cooper S offers increased horsepower and torque over that of the previous generation. Horsepower is now increased to 207 hp at 6,950 rpm from 200 hp at the same rpm. Torque is also boosted, now registering 180 pounds-feet at 4,500 rpm, up from 177 pound-feet at 4,000 rpm.
The unique John Cooper Works Company kit is sold exclusively through MINI dealers and is covered under MINI's comprehensive new car warranty. Key enhancements for the new 2005 John Cooper Works kit include a redesigned air box with an electronically-controlled air induction system, a set of higher flow fuel injectors and a reprogrammed electronic control unit.
The new air box features an electronically controlled valve that opens an additional air duct at higher engine speeds, This allows more fresh air to enter though a special low restriction filter element. In addition to dramatically increasing the airflow, the new air box creates a more powerful induction sound that compliments the impressive growl from the performance exhaust, also part of the kit.
Of course, the cornerstone of the package remains the enhanced Eaton supercharger with specially-coated vanes that generate increased flow pressure. The unit comes with a pulley design that allows the unit to spin at a higher RPM. This, along with the increased flow pressure, generates an increase in power over the stock unit.
A high performance cylinder head also remains a key ingredient. The modified head has improved port flow and has been specifically designed for the increased compression and heat produced by the supercharger. For 2005, new injectors with a higher fuel flow and a set of performance spark plugs with a colder heat rating, also help to increase the power output.
With its new upgrades for 2005, the enhanced Electronic Control Unit (ECU) has been recalibrated to optimize power output and drivability, resulting in lively throttle response and increased acceleration in the mid-range torque band. The reprogrammed ECU optimizes the power output by managing all engine control functions including airflow, combustion, fuel delivery and spark advance.
Also included in the package is a stainless steel Sport Exhaust System. The system is a parallel-flow, low backpressure system with superb interior and exterior noise quality. The system adds a throatier, more powerful exhaust note, and has distinctive-looking twin chrome exhaust tips.
Visual cues for the kit are understated and will appeal to the MINI enthusiast. A unique chrome John Cooper Works badge adorns the rear deck lid and when raised, the bonnet reveals a visually appealing silver intercooler surround with a John Cooper Works logo. An individually numbered valve cover plaque tops it off and commemorates the exclusivity of this special package.
John Cooper Works has engineered this kit so that it can be offered in all markets where the MINI is sold around the world. Therefore, a MINI Cooper S equipped with the John Cooper Works Package must be able to withstand extreme temperatures and variations in fuel quality, but still offer enhanced power in an extremely reliable package.
The John Cooper Works kit is sold and professionally installed through all MINI dealers in the U.S. A MINI Cooper S equipped with the dealer-installed package is fully backed by MINI's 4 year, 50,000-mile new car warranty. And the John Cooper Works package is not just limited to new cars. For those customers who already have the previous-generation John Cooper Works kit installed on their MINI Cooper S, a special upgrade kit includes the new air box, injectors and a reprogramming of the ECU for $525.00 plus 1.5 hours of labor for installation. Also, owners of an existing MINI Cooper S may visit their local MINI dealer and have the kit installed at any time. The balance of the factory warranty will still remain in effect. The full 2005 John Cooper Works kit retails for $4,650.00 plus an estimated 10 hours of labor for installation.
John Cooper Works is no ordinary aftermarket company. Since the 1940s, it has produced celebrated racing cars, notably the front-engine Cooper Bristol driven by Juan Fangio and rear engine Coopers for Formula 1, driven by Jack Brabham, Bruce McLaren and Stirling Moss. Under John Cooper's direction, the Cooper Car Company won consecutive Formula 1 Constructors' World Championships in 1959 and 1960.
The Cooper name is forever entwined with MINI, originating with the 1961 MINI Cooper, which was developed by John Cooper. Recognizing MINI's inherent motorsport potential, Mr. Cooper's team produced cars that took numerous race titles, and the MINI Cooper S became the stuff of legends with three Monte Carlo Rally wins between 1964 and 1967, driven by greats such as Paddy Hopkirk and Rauno Aaltonen. The Cooper company continues to produce aftermarket parts for the classic MINI and played an active part in the development of the new generation MINI Cooper. John Cooper passed away just as the new car came to market and the company is now run by his son Michael.
<p>Yay!!! Our kit should be here soon. We've only been waiting…umm…since August 26th. 🙂 Can't wait to get our hands on it. It will be like owning a whole new MINI.</p>
<p>…good,good,good. I'm sure it will take the MCS to a whole new level.</p>
<p>…speaking of which,I'm sure some people will take,”huffing” over the price to a new level as well.</p>
<p>I have 03 JCW, and right at this moment my MCS is at the dealer to get the kit up-graded.
They ask $ 525 for the kit plus 2 hours labor.
I live in Southern California. So, to whom put their name on the waiting list, contect your dealer soon, your JCW upgrade kit might be wait for you there !</p>
<p>I can't get my car back today, because there was still another problem (AC)had to be fixed.</p>
<p>Cheers.</p>
<p>Put a deposit down to hold an upgrade kit for my 04 Works S at a local dealer yesterday. Will go in during my 10k service in a couple of weeks. Next up, the JCW suspension package…</p>
<p>Mine goes in on November 2nd. And then, the JCW suspension and front strut bar…Pilo rear bar…a brake tweak perhaps and I'm set. Oh, and maybe 215s after the 205s wear out!!! Fun, fun, fun!</p>
<p>glad to know that the package is now available-but what happened to the extra 3 horsepower?</p>
<p>What happeded to the extra 3 hp?</p>
<p>Come on you guys should know this by now. All the numbers you saw before were for 210bhp, not 210hp. This is the same for the 170bhp and 167hp.</p>
<p>Does or will JCW offer any additional tweeks to boost hp beyond 210(207?)</p>
<p>If you look at the John Cooper site, you'll see that the old JCW Kit was rated as 200 PS which is metric horsepower and equal to 197 HP:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.johncooper.co.uk/JohnCooperSite/category/John+Cooper+Works%5FCooper+S+Tuning+Kits/" rel="nofollow ugc">http://www.johncooper.co.uk/JohnCooperSite/category/John+Cooper+Works%5FCooper+S+Tuning+Kits/</a></p>
<p>Likewise, the 210 figure is metric horsepower, which equates to 207 HP.</p>
<p>For more info on “horsepower”:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1115409#post1115409" rel="nofollow ugc">http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1115409#post1115409</a></p>
<p>Most hp ratings are taken from green engines. By the time the JCW is broken in it will possibly have gained the 'lost' hp. But this too is a moving target as the engine wears. I'm just happy to be riding in a cool looking machine that also scoots along pretty good…even with only 207hp.</p>
<p>Well,I had the 2005 john cooper works kit # S 7131 installed on the 27th and “IT'S GREAT” every thing went smooth and runs perfect. The upgrade kits are at the dealer right know and thy said that the 2005 jcw kits are just starting to come in. If any one is in southern cal and is looking for the kits , Just ask. Mark.</p>
<p>Well,I had the 2005 john cooper works kit # S 7131 installed on the 27th and “IT'S GREAT” every thing went smooth and runs perfect. The upgrade kits are at the dealer right know and thy said that the 2005 jcw kits are just starting to come in. If any one is in southern cal and is looking for the kits , Just ask. Mark.</p>
<p>I ORDERED AND PAID FOR MY 2005 JCW KIT WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALER JUST CALLED ME TODAY TO SET UP THE INSTALL. THE FIRST AVALABLE DATE THEY CAN “SQUEEZE” ME IN IS DEC.1ST. I FIND THAT TO BE SOME OF THE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE I HAVE EVER RECEIVED.I HOPE THE WAIT WILL BE WORTH IT. I SHOULD PROBOBLY SCHEDULE MY 10K SERVICE NOW, MAYBE THEY CAN GET TO IT BY JULY.</p>
<p>steve, I know of a dealer that has the kit right now and can put it on this week if your in so cal. It's the same dealer that put mime on my 2005 mini and thay have great costomer service. the day after it came in , thy where installing it on my car and are ready to do for more.so if you don't want to wait, then let me know?</p>
<p>Mark,</p>
<p>I'd like to know what So. Cal. dealer you're talking about. I bought my JCW kit from Crevier when I bought my MCS and they haven't been able to get a hold of any of the new JCW kits as of yet. When I talk to the parts department, they tell me that the part is on backorder stil with no estimated delivery date given.</p>
<p>Mark,</p>
<p>Never mind… My dealer just called and said that my JCW kit is in. I'm working on getting an installation date right now. Can't wait!</p>
<p>Steve,</p>
<p>Man that sucks! My JCW kit just came in today and I already have an apointment to have it installed tomorrow. Who's your dealer?</p>
<p>the dealer I was talking about is mini of irvine and thy had four and where ready to install right away.thy have install hundreds of the kits over the last years and the the guy that installed my was very fast and good at what he did. I took my can in the evening before and at the end of the following day, thy where done and i drove it home and have had “no problems” to date. know thats service!!. So if any of you needs service , go to irvine and ask for Maria in service and she will take car of you.</p>
<p>Mike,
Mini of Mountain View and its the closest and still over 60 miles away.</p>
<p>STEVE, IF YOU DUMP THAT SUCKY DEALER AND GO TO IRVINE BMW AND HAVE THE KIT PUT ON. IT WOULD BE A GREAT OP TO DRIVE IT BACK HOME.</p>
<p>Not being mechanically inclined, mind you, does it make sense to just install the air box to get the extra 5hp boost (and extra induction sound) without installing the rest of the jcw upgrades? Any insight would be appreciated! Thanks!</p>
<p>I installed mine and Irvine Mini installed the software no charge damn… it is sooooooooooooo fast I can’t HOLD IT…</p>