Colin Wood
Colin Wood Associate Editor
9/23/24 2:45 p.m.
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How much power is too much for a Mini? Well this one with K24 swap is good for over 200 horsepower at the wheels.

The swap, which consists of a K24A2 from an early TSX paired with a six-speed manual from an RSX Type S, was completed using a swap kit from Mini Tec.

Other notable upgrades inclu…

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David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
9/23/24 3:59 p.m.

K24 all things. 

lotusseven7 (Forum Supporter)
lotusseven7 (Forum Supporter) Dork
9/23/24 4:14 p.m.

My old Mini had a 105hp 1275cc A-series motor and was soooooo much fun! Having 200hp and with modern tires, transmission and shocks would be fun to have sitting in the garage. 

buzzboy
buzzboy UltraDork
9/23/24 4:26 p.m.

Aside from my personal vendetta against the company, I couldn't imagine a mini with that much power. Driving my friend's 1275 car feels like PLENTY of power. I bet it's a rocket.

offroadwine
offroadwine New Reader
9/24/24 6:52 p.m.

All I can think is "torque steer?" Which can be really fun.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
9/24/24 7:37 p.m.

In reply to lotusseven7 (Forum Supporter) :

Mine had a Cooper-spec 998 and was fun, too. 

MiniDave
MiniDave HalfDork
9/24/24 9:25 p.m.

I generally agree that 200 hp in a front drive classic Mini is a bit too much......my buddy had a D series in his and at 135 hp it feels just about right.

Mine will have 250 hp, but it will be rear drive.......

OHSCrifle
OHSCrifle PowerDork
9/24/24 9:32 p.m.

Why not make it a lot dangerous with some date code 4606 tires?

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