This is the chance to own groundbreaking supercars owned by racing legends.
With over 60 years of history, not only does McLaren create a celebrated lineup of supercars, but it also has incredible racing heritage, being one of the few names in the world decorated in Formula 1, endurance racing, and IndyCar. However, its second road car, and the car that arguably began McLaren’s modern era of supercar manufacturing, was the MP4-12C, a model that introduced highly innovative chassis technology and McLaren’s celebrated twin-turbo V8 powertrain, derivatives of which are still used today in McLaren’s supercars and hypercars which push the boundaries of automotive performance.
Two racing legends, Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button, both of whom are Formula 1 World Champions, are among the list of owners of McLaren MP4-12C, and at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este auction from Broad Arrow Auctions, the examples of the McLaren MP4-12C that they once owned are up for auction. The auction is an opportunity to own two examples of one of the most influential supercars of its time, and specifically examples that were owned by two of the world’s greatest racing superstars.
Hamilton’s car was configured by himself at McLaren’s factory, and features various carbon fiber options, the Stealth Pack, and optional Satin Dark Grey wheels, as well as the swipe door feature seen on early examples. Meanwhile, Jenson Button, who was involved in the car’s development, had an Elite White painted example, which is actually his second car, as the first was given back to McLaren for development. The interior is featured in Harissa Red and black leather. Both are stunning examples of a revolutionary supercar, owned by some of the greatest names in the racing world, and they’re looking for new owners as part of Broad Arrow’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este sale.
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