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Twin-Engined, Custom All-Wheel-Drive 2002 Mini Cooper S NASA Race Car
United States • 4 Jun 2026
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This 2002 Mini Cooper S has been uniquely transformed into a twin-engined, all-wheel-drive NASA race car, nicknamed 'Twini', and was even featured on Jay Leno's Garage. It boasts extensive modifications including dual supercharged engines, custom suspension, upgraded brakes, and a race-ready interior, making it a standout vehicle for track enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car is a custom-built race car with significant modifications. While mechanically impressive with its twin-engine setup and advanced components, it has been used extensively in endurance racing. The description notes that safety equipment will need re-certification for competition use, and the car is not legal for road use. It has a custom paint job and body modifications typical of a race car. Given its specialized nature and racing history, it exhibits wear and requires specific maintenance for its intended purpose, fitting a 'Very Good' condition rating for a vehicle of this type.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
WMWRE33452TD51741
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Twin Supercharged 1.6-Liter Inline-Four Engines Twin Six-Speed Manual Transaxles Limited-Slip Differentials All-Wheel or 2-Wheel-Drive Configurations Blue & Red Paintwork Custom Front Valance, Rear Wing, and Box Flares Carbon-Fiber Doors LED Driving Lights Supplementary Air Scoops & Ventilation StopTech Disc Brakes öhlins Rear Coilovers 17" Alloy Wheels Roll Cage Sparco Racing Seat MOMO Steering Wheel Carbon-Fiber Interior Panels Dual AiM Digital Dashboards
This 2002 Mini Cooper S was purchased by the seller in 2004 and built into a race for use in endurance events including the NASA 25 Hours of Thunderhill.
In 2012, the seller fabricated a custom subframe, plumbing, and front suspension setup for the rear end to accommodate a second rear-mid-mounted supercharged 1.6-liter inline-four, and with twin six-speed manual transaxles and limited-slip differentials it has been converted to all-wheel drive.
Nicknamed “Twini”, the car was featured in an episode of in 2013 in this configurati...
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£9,266
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£29,383
Median Price (Since 2020)
£49,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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