Details

This rare 2006 Mini Cooper JCW GP is #1278 of 2,000 John Cooper Works GP vehicles produced in 2006. Only 415 were allocated to the US and featured a factory tuning kit with performance and weight-saving modifications. Power is sourced from a 1.6L supercharged 4-cylinder engine and directed to the front wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential. Like all GPs this example stands out among other Mini Coopers with Thunder Blue Metallic paint, red mirror caps, black rear spoiler, and GP aero kit and decals. Underneath that distinctive exterior, the tuning kit is backed by JCW independent front and rear suspension, lightweight alloy wheels and a rear seat delete, making this a two-seat performance hatchback. Number 1278 is a two-owner, California car with just 55,904 miles on the odometer. This car was also optioned with air conditioning and a stereo/CD player. The seller purchased it in 2007 from the original owner, collector, and neighbor and drove it regularly. The car is located in Solvang, California.

This car has been photographed and inspected by a third party to document the vehicles condition. Overall, it is found to be in good condition with minor scratches, chips, and a door ding behind the drivers door. Similarly, the interior is clean with minimal wear to the leather inserts, all consistent with the vehicle's age and mileage. A road test indicated that all mechanical features of the vehicle operate smoothly and as designed. The CarFax report confirms a clean two-owner history and documentation of mileage. The sale includes two sets of keys, a valet key, and a Mini-specific sunscreen.

This Mini is being sold as a Premium Listing on CLASSIC.COM and is located in Solvang, CA.

About the model

The first generation of the Mini John Cooper Works GP was introduced for the 2006 model year. A high-performance, special edition variant of the First Generation Mini Cooper, the John Cooper Works GP features aggressive bodywork as well as improvements to the engine, suspension, and brakes. Alongside the uprated 215hp 1.6L supercharged engine, a wide range of weight-saving measures were used, including removal of the rear seats, to aid in giving the Works GP greater performance. Only 2000 examples of the Mini John Cooper Works GP were built for worldwide sale in 2006.

Features and Specs

• VIN: WMWRE93596YB72252
• 55,904 miles
• 1.6L Supercharged I4 engine
• 6-speed manual Getrag transmission
• JCW Tuning kit
• Rear seat delete
• JCW GP rear spoiler
• JCW GP aero kit and decals
• JCW independent front and rear suspension
• Lightweight 18-inch alloy GP wheels
• Thunder Blue Metallic with a Pure Silver roof with painted serial number
• Air conditioning including a pollen micro-filter
• AM/FM stereo with CD player
• Cruise control

Known Modifications

• None

Service History

• Regular dealer service at Bob Smith Mini in Calabasas

Ownership History

• This is a two-owner California car
• The original owner, a collector, purchased the car from Bob Smith Mini of Calabasas
• The seller purchased it from the original owner in the summer of 2007 and drove it regularly.

Known issues

• Minor wear and tear consistent with the age and mileage of the vehicle

Due Diligence

• Third-party inspection
• Third-party photos
• CarFax report

Included in the sale

• Two sets of keys
• A Mini-specific sunscreen