Class Structure
Class 12
Mini Cup
Mini Cup
Class 12a
Mini Cup Ladies
Mini Cup Ladies
Class 12b
Mini Cup Juniors · Age 12–17
Mini Cup Juniors · Age 12–17
Sub-classes must have a minimum of 3 entrants. If less than 3 drivers enter, all entrants will automatically be classified in Class 12 on the day.
General
✓Cars must be the R50 variation Mini One/Cooper manufactured between 2001–2006.
✓Engines must remain OEM standard in 1600cc naturally aspirated form. Any form of tuning is prohibited.
✓Gear ratios must remain as standard from factory.
✓Cars must remain in a roadworthy condition — functional headlights, brake lights, taillights, 2 exterior door mirrors, 1 interior rear view mirror, glass windows, horn etc. Original fuel tank and system must remain.
✓Drivers from age 12+ are permitted. Any driver aged 12–17 must always carry an adult passenger during competition.
✓The RSA Mini Cup Logo must be clearly displayed on the car.
✓The OBD2 port must remain accessible and functional — cars’ ECUs may be data logged and checked regularly.
Safety Requirements
✓A 6-point FIA approved bolt-in cage must be fitted. Recommended manufacturers: Sparco or Safety Devices. Mounting plates and brackets must be welded to the floor. A valid FIA approval sticker or document must be presented at scrutineering.
✓A handheld 2-litre fire extinguisher must be securely mounted to the floor — functional, in-date, and refilled if required. A 1.5-litre extinguisher together with a fire stick is also permitted.
✓Internal and external kill switches must be fitted and clearly indicated. Both must be connected to the battery, functional, and ready to be tested at scrutineering. The internal kill switch must be accessible to both driver and passenger when harnessed.
✓Harnesses must be FIA approved and in good condition with no visible signs of wear. A 5-year extension is permitted on the expiry date — date stamps must remain visible for scrutineering.
✓Battery box and battery must remain as standard with covered terminals. No lightweight alternatives are permitted.
Chassis
Chassis must remain as of original manufacture. No reinforcing, removing, or adding material is permitted. No lightening or reinforcement with any form of welding (seam or otherwise) of the original structure is permitted.
Interior
✓Seats must be replaced with a competition alternative. Competition mountings must be used. Motorsport-specific sliding seat rail is permitted.
✓The driver’s and passenger airbag units, SRS control unit, and side impact sensors may be removed completely.
✓Throttle, brake, and clutch pedal extensions may be added to aid foot control, provided they do not enhance performance.
✓The standard steering wheel may be replaced with a competition alternative.
✓The main dashboard must remain. The heating and ventilation matrix, blower fan, and ducting behind the dashboard must remain in its entirety. OEM plastic under-carpet ducting may be removed.
✓Interior mirror must be fitted — size is free.
✓A footplate may be added to the driver/passenger footwell. Dash flocking permitted. Interior may be painted. Handbrake extensions may be added to aid control.
Permitted Interior Removals
Lower dashboard shelves / glovebox · In-car entertainment and all speakers · Headlining, insulation, sound deadening, and carpets · Sun visors · All interior plastic trim · Rear windscreen wiper, arm, and mechanism/motor assembly · All original seat belt mountings (front and rear) · Non-structural mounting brackets · Rear parcel shelf · Passenger front seat and rear seats
Bodywork
✓Bodywork/exterior must be standard in all respects except where specified. Fibreglass panels are not permitted.
✓Rear tailgate — retaining pins/straps must be fitted and the electric catch must be removed.
✓Bonnet — catches must be removed and bonnet retaining pins and/or straps fitted. Under-bonnet soundproofing may be removed.
✓Mini One, Cooper, Cooper S, or Aero style front and rear bumpers may be used.
✓Mini One, Cooper, Cooper S, or Aero style side skirts may be used.
✓Two towing eyes must be fitted front and rear, bolted to the front and rear crash structures. Straps must be in a contrasting colour (e.g. red, orange, or yellow) and clearly indicated.
Permitted Modifications
✓The original 5-speed Cooper/One gearbox may be replaced with the 6-speed Cooper S alternative. A limited slip differential or modified gear ratios are not permitted.
✓The ECU must remain standard or be modified to the RSA Mini Cup tune by Pro Tune (Mickey O’Brien). No other engine mapping is permitted.
✓Bilstein B4 OEM shock absorbers may be fitted to renew the original suspension units, or B6 Bilstein units as a stronger alternative. Ex-stock available from Montgomery Motorsport (+44 28 8554 9851).
✓Strut top strengthening plates may be fitted and can be purchased from the RSA.
✓Brake discs and calipers must remain as standard. Competition pads are permitted.
✓Hydraulic handbrake and pedal box are permitted.
✓A brake bias valve is permitted to aid control and stability, however it must not be reachable by either the driver or navigator when seated in the vehicle.
✓Sportex FBM01S3 or FBM01S4 exhaust systems are permitted. Original exhaust manifold must remain as standard. Only OEM original ignition coil packs and spark plug leads are permitted.
✓Conical or foam air induction filters are permitted. No forced air induction through bodywork modifications is allowed.
✓Original 15″ rims or a Team Dynamics Competition alternative are permitted.
✓Toyo Proxes R888R tyres are the only permitted competition tyre for the RSA Mini Cup.
✓A sump guard may be fitted for additional protection and to reduce the chance of oil spillage throughout the stage.
Any breach of these regulations will result in the vehicle and any of its drivers being disqualified from the relevant meeting and losing all championship points to date. The car will then be moved into Class 5 for any future meetings until an eligibility check has been passed.