2004 John Cooper Works MINI Preview

To identify a hopped up John Cooper Works car from a mere mortal Cooper S, the design team has added a chrome badge with the appropriate insignia on the rear decklid. Under the hood the intercooler gets the JCW signature too, while an individually numbered valve cover plaque commemorates its exclusivity.

Good news if you already own a Cooper S, the John Cooper Works package can be added at your local MINI dealer. (Photo: MINI)

And here's the best part. Even if you already own a Cooper S and the thought of an extra 37 horsepower seems intriguing, the kit can be applied to your car at a local MINI dealer, engine plaque and all.

Whether upgrading your current MINI or purchasing a turnkey John Cooper Works edition car, the new model should be well worth the money required. That figure mind you, is yet to be announced.