Nürburg. Bulldog Racing proudly announces a stellar performance at the 2024 Nürburgring 24 Hours race, highlighting the enduring spirit and engineering excellence of MINI John Cooper Works with two outstanding entries.
The highly anticipated MINI John Cooper Works PRO #317 and the reliable MINI John Cooper Works #474 both achieved remarkable results in difficult weather conditions, reinforcing MINI’s strong presence in motorsport.
The #317 MINI John Cooper Works PRO, a next-generation model set to debut in fall 2024, claimed victory in the SP-3T class, securing first place with an amazing lap time of 10:06.773. This exceptional performance underscores the potential and capabilities of both the Team Bulldog Racing and the forthcoming MINI John Cooper Works model.
The #474 MINI John Cooper Works, equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, continued its tradition of excellence by earning a commendable third place in the VT-2 class. Building on last year’s second-place finish, the car posted a fastest lap time of 10:44.118, demonstrating the consistent competitiveness of the MINI brand in endurance racing.
Both cars “Made in Nürburg” were fitted with high-performance Pirelli tires, further enhancing their competitive edge on the challenging Nürburgring circuit. In the overall standings, the MINI John Cooper Works PRO #317 achieved an impressive overall position of 71, while the MINI John Cooper Works #474 secured an overall position of 78 out of 127 starters, showcasing the brand’s resilience and prowess in one of the world’s most demanding endurance races.