When discussing the city that embodies the spirit of motorsport, none surpass "Monte Carlo." For MINI, it was the battleground of speed and the source of a victory that brought immense pride to the brand, becoming a legend. In 1965, Timo Mäkinen and his partner Paul Easter drove the Mini Cooper S to victory in the Monte Carlo Rally, creating a new legendary chapter with advanced innovation and agile performance for that era.
MINI Millennium Auto reignites the champion spirit with the MINI 1965 Victory Edition, a special model that reinterprets the racing DNA through meticulous craftsmanship.
Three powertrain options deliver performance tailored to JCW style.
This special Victory Edition is available across the lineup, from popular high-performance models to clean-energy options:
The MINI Cooper S features a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine delivering 204 horsepower and 300 Newton-meters of torque, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, balancing fun and urban usability.
The MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) ups the excitement to 231 horsepower with a robust 380 Newton-meters of torque, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 6.1 seconds.
The MINI John Cooper Works Electric, imported and sold by MINI Millennium Auto, highlights the 100% electric model. It produces 258 horsepower, accelerating from zero to 100 km/h in only 5.9 seconds. The exterior design blends classic and modern styles, featuring a Chili Red body contrasted by white stripes running from the hood over the roof to the rear. A distinctive feature is the white number "52" on the doors, matching the original 1965 race car number.
The exterior design emphasizes a tribute to Timo Mäkinen's 1965 race car number 52.
The Chili Red body color contrasts with white trim stripes extending from the hood across the roof to the rear.
Special graphics include the white "52" number on both doors, replicating the Monte Carlo champion race car's number.
A symbol of victory, the sticker "1965" is placed on the C-pillar.
Wheels and suspension.
The combustion engine models come with 18-inch JCW Lap Spoke alloy wheels in a two-tone finish.
The electric model features black JCW Mastery Spoke wheels.
Floating hubs ensure the wheel center caps remain upright at all times, similar to luxury and race cars.
Special JCW-branded tire valve caps exclusive to this model.
Roof options include a panoramic roof or a white Glaced roof.
Interior design and craftsmanship.
The cabin features an Anthracite color tone accented with red, characteristic of John Cooper Works (JCW) style.
Door sills display the "1965" emblem in white against a red-black background.
Storytelling elements inside the doors detail the historic rally victories.
The sports steering wheel bears a "1965" logo on the 6 o'clock spoke.
The center console storage box is stamped with "1965."
The key case is printed with the race car number from 1965.
The design is enhanced by a panoramic or white Glaced roof harmonizing with the body, complemented by the "1965" sticker on the C-pillar for added prestige. The 18-inch JCW Lap Spoke two-tone alloy wheels (or black JCW Mastery Spoke wheels for the electric model) come with floating hub center caps (with logos that do not rotate with the wheel) and special JCW tire valve caps inspired by rally cars.
The interior exudes full sporty character.
Opening the door reveals "1965" door sills set against a red-black background, with a plaque on the door panel recounting historic victories. The interior is decorated in Anthracite with JCW-style red accents.
Attention to detail is evident with the "1965" logo on the steering wheel's 6 o'clock spoke and on the center console storage box. Even the car key is adorned with the 1965 race car number, reinforcing exclusivity every time it is used.
Experience the MINI 1965 Victory Edition (Electric) in person, available at MINI Millennium Auto for 2,249,000 baht, limited to 65 units.