The Nürburgring, a name synonymous with motorsport’s ultimate endurance test, is once again set to host its iconic 24 Hours Race, marking its 53rd edition in 2025. Among the approximately 130 racing cars gearing up for this grueling challenge is a formidable entry from MINI John Cooper Works, partnered with the Bulldog Racing Team. Building on intensive preparations and a legacy of performance, the team is poised to tackle the 25.378-kilometre “Green Hell,” this year with an added touch of exclusive artistry.
The “Green Hell” Awaits: An Unmatched Endurance Test
The 24 Hours Race at the Nürburgring is renowned as one of the most spectacular and demanding events on the global racing calendar. It pushes cars and drivers to their absolute limits on one of the world’s longest and most treacherous racetracks, a daunting combination of the Nordschleife and the Grand Prix circuit. Continuous racing around the clock for a full day demands not only peak vehicle performance and unwavering reliability but also exceptional driver skill, strategic team play, and sheer human endurance, making it the ultimate crucible for automotive engineering and motorsport prowess.
MINI JCW and Bulldog Racing: A Winning Combination Returns to Conquer
Following a brilliant class victory in 2024, where the #317 MINI John Cooper Works Pro triumphed in the SP-3T class, MINI John Cooper Works and the Bulldog Racing team are returning to the Nürburgring with high expectations and proven capability. This previous success is a significant testament to their collaborative strength and adds another celebrated chapter to MINI’s rich and storied racing history. For the 2025 event, intensive preparations have ensured the MINI John Cooper Works race car is primed for the ultimate endurance test, with the team aiming to build upon their past achievements and continue their successful run.
Exclusive Design Meets High Performance: The MINI JCW x Deus
A significant highlight for this year’s race is the MINI John Cooper Works car’s exclusive outer skin, a specially designed livery conceived by the creative minds at Deus Ex Machina. This collaboration uniquely fuses the high-performance focus inherent in MINI John Cooper Works with the distinct passion, artistry, and craftsmanship that Deus Ex Machina is known for, promising a visually stunning entry that will undoubtedly cause a stir and serve as a highlight even before the race officially begins.
Beyond its unique aesthetics, the racing car is meticulously kitted out with original MINI John Cooper Works accessories. These performance-enhancing and style-defining components include the JCW roof edge spoiler attachment, a sporty JCW front fascia, distinctive side skirts, purposeful rear winglets, and the MINI JCW trim for the C-pillar. These aerodynamic and exterior components, which are also available for standard MINI vehicles, are designed to create a maximum racing feel and lend the car an individual, high-quality appearance. The consistent and aggressive look of the MINI JCW x Deus racing car is further complemented by exclusive components finished in high-gloss black and the practical MINI JCW tow strip.
Anticipation Builds for Motorsport Spectacle
The 24 Hours Race at the Nürburgring consistently draws enormous and enthusiastic crowds, and this year is expected to be no different. Well over 200,000 spectators are anticipated to line the track, eager to witness the classic endurance race unfold. As the palpable enthusiasm, anticipation, and excitement for the event continue to grow, John Cooper Works and Bulldog Racing are eager to reignite that same passion among fans and motorsport enthusiasts with their on-track performance and distinctive presence.
A Legacy of Speed and a Future of Excitement
MINI boasts a rich and diverse history in motorsport, with notable successes spanning challenging rallies to competitive circuit racing. The brand’s continued commitment to demanding events like the Nürburgring 24 Hours, especially under the high-performance John Cooper Works banner, underscores its dedication to pushing engineering boundaries, celebrating its sporting heritage, and connecting with its passionate fanbase. The upcoming 2025 race offers another prime opportunity to add another glorious chapter to this impressive legacy.
With a proven track record of success, a uniquely designed and aerodynamically optimized race car thanks to the collaboration with Deus Ex Machina, and the formidable “Green Hell” as its challenging stage, the MINI John Cooper Works and Bulldog Racing team is undeniably ready for the 53rd edition of the 24 Hours Race at the Nürburgring. Motorsport fans worldwide will be watching keenly as they aim to deliver top performance and showcase unwavering reliability in one of the world’s toughest and most revered automotive endurance tests.
