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AC Schnitzer Raptor: The Fastest MINI Ever

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How do you measure if the Raptor is the fastest MINI you might ask. Well, it's easy. You do a lap in it and compare the results. The Raptor managed to round the Hockeneimring track in 1:10.87 mins, making it the fastest MINI to ever go for a lap on the German track.

The special version from Schnitzer has a 300 HP tuned engine and it's based on the John Cooper Works Coupe (which has as standard 211 HP). Along with the engine upgrade, the guys over at AC Schnitzer also slimmed the MINIs weight by more than 100 kg, changed the exhaust system and the suspension.

The complete list of technical modifications is:
  • AC Schnitzer Motronic program
  • AC Schnitzer turbo
  • AC Schnitzer intercooler
  • AC Schnitzer sports clutch
  • AC Schnitzer limited slip differential
  • AC Schnitzer lightweight ion battery
  • AC Schnitzer stainless steel exhaust system with racing catalyst
  • AC Schnitzer "Short Shift" Racing shorter gear selection
  • AC Schnitzer carbon bonnet
  • AC Schnitzer carbon boot
  • AC Schnitzer carbon rear diffuser
  • AC Schnitzer carbon sports wings, left / right
  • AC Schnitzer carbon doors
  • AC Schnitzer macrolon panels
  • AC Schnitzer special paintwork "Racing Silver", matt

The interior has been changed too, the custom version being race ready and sporting some new features like:
  • AC Schnitzer sports steering wheel
  • AC Schnitzer roll cage
  • AC Schnitzer carbon racing bucket seats with RAPTOR logo
  • AC Schnitzer "Short Shift" gear knob
  • AC Schnitzer aluminium foot rest and pedals
  • AC Schnitzer "Black Line" handbrake handle
  • AC Schnitzer foot mats, velours

The Raptor now sits on AC Schnitzer Mi2 BiColor alloy now having the highest standards in materials, production methods and driving dynamics. This "little" MINI managed to go faster than a Ferrari 599 GTB, a Porsche 911 GTS and many more but was defeated by 1 second by the 600 HP Pagani Zonda F.

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