The mad car tuning scientists over at AC Schnitzer->ke513 in Germany have apparently been working on a secret project based on the Mini Cooper John Cooper Works that transforms the cute little car into the fastest Mini->ke57 JCW ever. Apparently, in the company's latest testing, the racing Frankenstein pulled off a sensational lap time of 1:13.341 min. around the Hockenheim Circuit. Okay, so it still can't beat the KTM X-Bow->ke2333, the BMW M3 Kompressor->ke2366, the Mercedes AMG->ke187, or the Caterham->ke1252 models, but the power boost was enough to bump it into the next class and leave its class rivals behind.

The AC Schnitzer Eagle, or "little rocket," is able to up its performance from a standard 211 HP to 260 HP with the use of a new turbocharger and intercooler, a new sports clutch, a limited slip differential, a lightweight ion battery, and AC Schnitzer's Motronic program. Then a stainless steel exhaust system with racing catalyst, a new racing suspension, and a 'Short Shift' transmission were thrown in to round off the technical specifications. The power modifications allow the Mini Cooper JCW to sprint from 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds (down from 6.5) with a top speed of 155mph (up from 148mph).

Aesthetically speaking, the Mini Cooper->ke629 JCW had to be made meaner with the use of anti-roll bars, a carbon fiber body kit, a carbon bonnet, carbon wings and doors, and a new set of 18" wheels.

AC Schnitzer has valued to Eagle at EUR62,000, or about $88,600 at the current rates, but don't whip out those wallets just yet; this car isn't for sale.

2011 Mini JCW Eagle by AC Schnitzer

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  • Model: 2011 Mini JCW Eagle by AC Schnitzer
  • Horsepower: 260
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