Mini John Cooper Works GP Second Gen Limited to 2000 Units

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revealed a second generation of the Mini Cooper John Cooper Works GP that will be limited to just 2,000 units worldwide just like the previous generation GP. The car was revealed at the MiniMINI (BMW)Germany, 2000 > present15 models
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United festival in Le Castellet, France, from May 11-13.

BMW is keeping mum on power. However, it appears that like the previous generationMINI (BMW) Cooper S with ...Germany, 2006 > present6 photos
, the new generation will use the top spec JCWMINI (BMW) John Cooper WorksGermany, 2008 > present7 photos
engine with enhanced braking and significantly lower weight. That would indicate that it will be powered by a 208hp and 193lb-ft torque engine. Although, in theory BMW could turn the wick up on the turbo for a little more power. 

The new GP has been taken to the Nürburgring Nordschleife by BMW and did a lap of 8:23, which is a full 19 seconds faster than the previous generation. The car is equipped with a race-spec suspension tuned for the road, better brakes, bespoke four-spoke wheels, sticky tires and retuned aerodynamics thanks to a new front bumper and rear wing. 

In addition to the larger front and rear bumpers that offer more downforce. The car also gets deeper side skirts and a functional rear diffuser. Inside, the rear seat has been removed like the first generation. 

BMW did not reveal a precise release date or price for the second generation GP.