MINI John Cooper Works teams up with Deus Ex Machina for Nürburgring endurance race

MINI John Cooper Works partners with Bulldog Racing and Deus Ex Machina for the 2025 Nürburgring 24h race, unveiling bold design and racing heritage.

MINI John Cooper Works is once again gearing up for the legendary 24 Hours of Nürburgring — and this time, it’s doing so with a bold new look and familiar ambition. In 2025, the British brand joins forces with Bulldog Racing and lifestyle icon Deus Ex Machina, blending motorsport excellence with a flair for design.

After a victorious run in the SP-3T class last year with the #317 MINI John Cooper Works Pro, the team returns to the Green Hell with an upgraded race car. The 2025 version brings improved aerodynamics, a reengineered suspension and braking system, and a weight-optimized chassis, all powered by a refined four-cylinder turbocharged engine — aimed at mastering the Nürburgring’s notorious elevation changes and technical turns.

Yet, what truly sets this year’s entry apart is its striking visual identity. In collaboration with Deus Ex Machina, MINI has unveiled a minimalist black-and-white livery dominated by a hand-drawn "DEUS" logo. This unique aesthetic — extended onto the car’s windows and surfaces — transforms the vehicle into a moving sketchbook, embodying the spirit of craftsmanship and individuality.

Bulldog Racing, meanwhile, continues its impressive rise. Since debuting in the RCN series in 2022, the Nürburg-based team has built a reputation for endurance and precision. With seasoned drivers like Uwe Krumscheid and Danny Brink — veterans of over 715,000 kilometers on the Nordschleife — the team is well-equipped for another demanding round.

For MINI, this isn’t just another race. It’s a continuation of a legacy that dates back to the brand’s Monte Carlo Rally victories in the 1960s. With its racing DNA intact and a fresh creative edge, MINI is poised to make yet another mark on motorsport history.

Source: bmwgroup.com