MINI UK Delays the JCW Clubman?
We’ve heard from a couple UK readers (and hopeful JCW Clubman owners) that MINI UK has delayed the release of the Clubman version of the new JCW factory car? The reason? Simple...
USA Today Reviews the Clubman
I’m noticing that the Clubman reviews very well. USA Today’s review of the Clubman Cooper is no exception, but I have seen more favorable reviews. >Looks terrific. Drives great. Can be decked...
Official R56 JCW Shift Lever, E-Brake Grip DIY
DIY Friday is back with one of the most interfaced parts of a manual transmission equipped MINI; the shift lever. And as you would expect it’s also one of the most upgraded...
Chicago Tribune Reviews the Clubman
Old school auto writer for the Chicago Tribune Jim Mateja lived with the Clubman Cooper around Chicago for a week and came away with the opinion that it still wasn’t big enough....
Updated JCW Site Goes Live
MINI has finally updated the official John Cooper Works website to reflect the new factory JCW models. Included is a color visualizer, new photos and generally more details. (Thanks for the tip...
Clubman to Get The JCW Aero Kit?
It looks like we have our first semi-official confirmation that the JCW Aero Kit will be offered on the Clubman. On the right is a screen shot from the BMW parts system...
New York Times Tests the Clubman S
The New York Times takes a Clubman out for a spin and comes away impressed. Here’s an excerpt: >In my baby-choked Brooklyn neighborhood, Cobble Hill, I see regular Minis with child seats...
Fiat 500 Estate Going After Clubman?
Could Fiat be aiming for the a piece of Clubman sales? >The extended roofline boosts head-room in the back and frees up more luggage space, making this the most sensible 500 of...
JCW MINI to Get Standard Suspension
Since the JCW kits were officially released at Geneva a few weeks back, MINI enthusiasts have been clamoring for more details on the cars and the rational behind some of the decisions....
JCW MINIs Make US Debut at NYC Show
If anyone needs any extra incentive to visit the NYC auto show in its last weekend, here’s the official press release announcing the US pricing and available of the new factory JCW...