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IT’S HERE. Six years since the
                                                                                                                                                     last uber-MINI was released, the
                                                                                                                                                     020 MINI John Cooper Works GP
                                                                                                                                                     has finally arrived, and it isn’t here
                                                                                                                                                     to play nice. Only 3,000 of the most powerful MINI
                                                                                                                                                     ever offered will be available for purchase. However,   While purists may decry the lack of a manual, track
                                                                                                                                                     this limited edition pocket rocket is far more than a   rats will understand that the sacrifice was made in
     THE NEW 2020 MINI                                                                                                                               blistering 306 horsepower turbocharged motor.   the pursuit of lower lap times. Even further to that
                                                                                                                                                                                                 end, the 2020 MINI JCW GP features upgraded oiling
                                                                                                                                                     Inspired by the iconic Monte Carlo Rally half
                                                                                                                                                                                                 and cooling systems, a reinforced crankshaft, bespoke
     JOHN COOPER WORKS GP                                                                                                                            a century ago, the JCW GP’s entire focus is on   pistons, and a decidedly aggressive exhaust note that
                                                                                                                                                                                                 many won’t hear for very long as the car scoots from a
                                                                                                                                                     providing the best driving experience possible—
                                                                                                                                                     both from inside and outside the cockpit. The JCW   stop to 60 mph in five seconds flat.
                                                                                                                                                     GP is instantly recognizable thanks to improved
     Born for the racetrack.                                                                                                                         aerodynamic features like a new hood scoop, carbon   Inside, weight savings are found in the lack of rear
                                                                                                                                                     fiber wheel arches, molded air deflectors, and a
                                                                                                                                                                                                 seating. However, comfort and technology have not
                                                                                                                                                     massive rear hatch wing. Paired with an aggressive   been sacrificed, as the two front seats are upholstered
                                                                                                                                                     front bumper, stylish red striping along the door   in Dinamica suede and leather, and a wireless
                                                                                                                                                     sills, and a stance 10mm lower than any other factory   smartphone charging pad, navigation package, and
     FOR THE DRIVE.                                                                                                                                  model, there’s no question that this MINI means   even digital gauge cluster are all available options.
                                                                                                                                                     business.
                                                                                                                                                                                                 The 2020 MINI John Cooper Works GP is priced
                                                                                                                                                     All that show is backed up by a TwinPower   starting at $45,570, and deliveries began in March
                                                                                                                                                     turbocharged 4-cylinder producing over 300   2020. To learn more about the most powerful and fun
                                                                                                                                                     horsepower and a whopping 332 lb-ft of torque, and   MINI yet, visit Braman MINI of Palm Beach today.
     BRAMAN MINI PALM BEACH                                                                                                                          mated to an 8-speed automatic controlled by paddles
                                                                                                                                                     mounted on the steering wheel.
     2901 Okeechobee Blvd.                            (561) 571-3083
     West Palm Beach, FL 33409                        BramanMINI.com

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