New MINI JCW Challenge on the way...

New MINI JCW Challenge on the way...

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Jim AK

4,029 posts

123 months

Wednesday 5th October 2016
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I wondered how long it would take for someone to do that.

Wonder if your dealer actually cares.

SimNugget

580 posts

169 months

Thursday 6th October 2016
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From the speil on the order form, it clearly states the dealer cannot hang on to a cancelled order or order one for themselves and it has to go back into the 'pool' to be reallocated by the factory so the dealer will lose out, but they won't lose any sleep over it.

Fair play for cancelling, if they were honest and open about the delay then we may have more patience. If it hits December then I will say keep it until March.

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SimNugget

580 posts

169 months

Monday 10th October 2016
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Looks like the Italians beat the UK to it, mechanically I looks more impressive but the colour scheme is not to my taste.

http://algheronewsitaly.com/2016/05/19/mini-john-c...

You'll need something like Google translate unless your Italian is good.

Bottom line is...

Roll bar, six point harness, extinguishing system, suede leather steering wheel, pedals modified, digital instrumentation data acquisition, modified aerodynamic kit, alloy wheels 17", unit engine Bosch Motorsport engine boosted to 265 hp, sequential six-speed transmission Bacci, limited slip differential, flywheel and racing clutch, reinforced axle shafts, plant exhaust racing, adjustable dampers and lighter battery.

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amgmcqueen

3,343 posts

149 months

Saturday 15th October 2016
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Has anyone heard anymore about their cars yet? Are they still available to buy? I'm confused as to why there is so little info available on the car...?

spooky_gnome

5 posts

92 months

Saturday 15th October 2016
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You might have a chance at buying one if you wanted one. Rumour is that not all of the initial 50 cars were sold (only 42 i think), so we don't know if they will continue with the second batch of 50. Also, a few people have cancelled their orders because they have been delayed. No one has had their cars delivered yet as we suspect there have been some delays with Type Approval and other paperwork etc. My dealer has been told that mine should be with me end of October / beginning November.

Sheetmaself

5,663 posts

197 months

Saturday 15th October 2016
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I was told friday there were 3 or 4 builds still available.

AG8

31 posts

198 months

Sunday 16th October 2016
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I think you'll find one still available as people are now cancelling, and I've decided to do that now. The way it has been handled by Mini HQ is a shambles. They keep putting delivery dates back with no explanation to either the dealer or end punter. Last I heard was first batch delivery not before end of November, though I guess this could change either way.
Having seen this launched as a big fanfare back at Goodwood in June it all now appears very flat.

paulmon

2,127 posts

240 months

Sunday 16th October 2016
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ash73 said:
Can't understand people cancelling because it's delayed by a couple of months; you either want the car or you don't. What difference does it make?
Its a bit like buying a BBQ in December at full price? Stupid. The car is marketed as a track biased car but track days in November/December are not that much fun add to that the car comes with Cup 2 tyres which wont be that great in winter either. Sure MINI are chucking in a set of winter wheels but If I was buying one I'd be annoyed at having to take the Team Dynamic wheels off and put them in the garage until March.

The delays and reports of not selling all the cars also adds some negative vibes to the car so people get worried that they are paying £32K for a car which isn't the desirable limited run car that they thought it was and subsequently values drop. I ordered one early on and then pulled out when delivery dates started to slip and cars where still available months after it was announced.

It will be interesting to see where these are price wise next March.

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johnoz

1,012 posts

191 months

Tuesday 1st November 2016
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So, how many people are still hanging in there? I see this week more have been cancelled, not looking good for Mini.

lestiq

705 posts

168 months

Wednesday 2nd November 2016
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The longer it goes on the more tempted I am to chop the GP2 in for one to see if they'll do a deal.

However, It will always be a hard sell, less revvy/exciting engine than the 1.6 N18, big bloated looking body, ugly steering wheel, what sounds like a punishing ride, I use my GP as a daily every now and then. I am waiting to hear what the owners think when they get them, they will be the fiercest critics.


Waitey

869 posts

221 months

Saturday 26th November 2016
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I've tried to order one... Mini doesn't seem to know what it is.

7 dealers now have told me they are Challenge 210's, this is a joke.

SimNugget

580 posts

169 months

Saturday 26th November 2016
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I had that initially, local donkey dealer.

Happy to put you in contact with my sales person in Kent who is great.

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Uncle Ron

401 posts

98 months

Monday 28th November 2016
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Having the same problem - 4 dealers now in the midlands, one of whom denies it was ever available and that they were all pre-sold - if anyone can point me in the right direction I'd be grateful!

Sheetmaself

5,663 posts

197 months

Monday 28th November 2016
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Only one i found of any use was sytner nottingham.

Bit dissapointing as i have bought four minis in three years from strastone derby, left a message never called me back finally got through and as above they denied the existance of the car for quite a while and then finally relented and gave me a finance quote.......... on the 220!!!!!!!!

L3090

73 posts

138 months

Friday 2nd December 2016
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If anyone wants on these then I can sort one, I work for a MINI retailer in Yorkshire.

Note there is no discount on these and they're circa £32k.

I can run PCP/HP quotes of you're looking to fund this way.

Send me a PM if you want more info.

johnoz

1,012 posts

191 months

Friday 2nd December 2016
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L3090 said:
If anyone wants on these then I can sort one, I work for a MINI retailer in Yorkshire.

Note there is no discount on these and they're circa £32k.

I can run PCP/HP quotes of you're looking to fund this way.

Send me a PM if you want more info.
Have MINI resorted to try and get rid now. smile

Even if we order one, there is still no telling when it is going to turn up?

foxsasha

1,416 posts

134 months

Friday 2nd December 2016
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I'm told they're now making 53 and all 53 have sold. I don't want mine until next spring so the more they're delayed the better.

L3090 said:
If anyone wants on these then I can sort one, I work for a MINI retailer in Yorkshire.

Note there is no discount on these and they're circa £32k.

I can run PCP/HP quotes of you're looking to fund this way.

Send me a PM if you want more info.
Are you 100% sure you can supply? If so I might know some people who will take one off your hands,

Edited by foxsasha on Friday 2nd December 09:02

L3090

73 posts

138 months

Friday 2nd December 2016
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Hi folks, Ive just checked with MINI UK and can now confirm all have sold so I cannot supply one.

Those lucky enough to have one ordered will love it but yes there is currently still a few delays getting them delivered.


sootyvrs

364 posts

141 months

Friday 2nd December 2016
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I think I read that someone at Mini (at some show) have confirmed that there will be a F56 JCW GP2 and is in development so not all lost for those missing the boat on one of these... perhaps the GP2 will be even more focused than this model?

http://www.motoringfile.com/2016/11/22/mini-confir...

I did notice however, that Autocar have removed the link, perhaps at Minis request as Challenge cars have not been delivered yet?

Edited by sootyvrs on Friday 2nd December 17:22

Jordan210

4,503 posts

182 months

Saturday 3rd December 2016
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sootyvrs said:
I think I read that someone at Mini (at some show) have confirmed that there will be a F56 JCW GP2 and is in development so not all lost for those missing the boat on one of these... perhaps the GP2 will be even more focused than this model?

http://www.motoringfile.com/2016/11/22/mini-confir...

I did notice however, that Autocar have removed the link, perhaps at Minis request as Challenge cars have not been delivered yet?

Edited by sootyvrs on Friday 2nd December 17:22
Will be GP3, but will be a run out of the F56 range in 2 years time minimal. F range is not even 3 years old yet. So due a face lift soon.

Like the GP's before will have increased aero. 2 seats. More BHP, Carbon fibre spoiler. GP only seats, and so on


Mini like to say it's the fastest Mini ever built. Then when the next model comes out the the next JCW is the fastest....




Edited by Jordan210 on Sunday 4th December 00:24