The very popular MINI Cooper gets a boost in power this spring to make it even more fun to drive. A John Cooper Works package will be available on Cooper S models, which will push engine output to more than 200 horsepower. The gain of about 40 horsepower over the standard Cooper S is possible through a reconfigured cylinder head and an upgraded supercharger, along with special engine electronics and a performance rear silencer. Jack Pitney, general manager of MINI USA, said: "We are thrilled to be bringing this exciting package to the U.S. MINI's regular specification cars are exhilarating to drive in themselves, but the addition of this unique package takes the MINI experience to a whole new level."

 

Where does it say the S is upgraded for 2004???

 

fitch:

welcome to MCO.

I think you're a little confused. The MINI Cooper S is still going to be 163 hp in stock trim in 2004. The Cooper Works Kit is just that, a kit (and a $5000+ kit at that). The jcw kit is not an across the board change to the S.

Dave

 

sorry, I was confused...I got good smarts..hehe