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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Sponsored Article – October 25, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 2021 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster

Introduced in 2018, the Aventador SVJ stands as the most extreme expression of Lamborghini’s flagship V12 line. Built for the track, it pairs active aerodynamics with a screaming naturally aspirated V12, the combination that earned it a Nürburgring production-car lap record at launch. The open-top SVJ Roadster, limited to just 800 examples, delivers that same blisteringly quick performance with the added drama of open-air driving, and it commands attention at any weekend supercar show. Broad Arrow Auctions will offer this strikingly specified example at its Las Vegas Auction on Saturday, 31 October, as part of a lineup of more than 80 collector cars. The Lamborghini Aventador LP770-4 SVJ emerged as the ultimate expression of the Aventador lineage in 2018, crafted as a fitting finale for a model line that had defined Lamborghini's flagship offerings since its 2011 debut. The designation combined “SV” for Super Veloce with “J” for Jota—a historic nomenclature reserved for Lamborghini's most track-focused variants. This dedication to circuit supremacy was emphatically demonstrated when factory driver Marco Mapelli piloted a camouflaged Aventador SVJ to a production car lap record of 6:44.97 at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, eclipsing the previous record-holding Porsche 911 GT2 RS by more than two seconds. This remarkable achievement was enabled by comprehensive technical improvements across every aspect of the Aventador's architecture. The naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine was enhanced with titanium intake valves and optimized intake runners, delivering 759 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque—a 19 horsepower and 21 lb-ft increase over the previous SV model. The SVJ also showcased Lamborghini's ALA (Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva) system, which surpassed the capabilities first seen on the Huracán Performante. The exterior featured an intricate array of active aerodynamic elements, including a wider multilevel front splitter, broader rocker panels, sophisticated air extractors, and an adjustable rear wing. Unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, the open-top SVJ Roadster enjoyed all of the coupe's record-setting performance enhancements but additionally featured a targa-style removable two-piece hard top made from carbon fiber. Although the Roadster weighed approximately 100 more pounds than the coupe, the performance critically remained almost identical: Lamborghini claimed that the SVJ Roadster could sprint from zero-to-62 mph in just 2.9 seconds, and reach an estimated top speed of 217 mph. Even among the 800 zero-compromise examples produced, this 2021 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster stands apart, and one look at its stunning Verde Ermes finish will reveal why. The paint is resplendent regardless of lighting; a refined dark green in the shade, but revealed to contain a glistening metallic flake in bright conditions. Priced at $14,800 alone, this distinct Ad Personam finish was married to an equally bespoke Nero Cosmus Alcantara interior as part of an arsenal of premium options amounting to more than $100,000 according to its digital window sticker. Additional premium highlights include the Style Package that adds additional carbon fiber trim to the exterior, Carbon Skin Package that applies the same carbon fiber treatment inside the cockpit, Bronze accents inside and out, electric heated seats, and the Lamborghini Sensonum premium audio system. This impeccably-specified SVJ Roadster was delivered new to Lamborghini San Diego in early 2021. According to its clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, the SVJ Roadster moved to Wisconsin by December of that year, with subsequent ownership reported in New Jersey and most recently in Utah. The rare Aventador's last major service was performed by Lamborghini Philadelphia in September 2025. Today, this SVJ Roadster comes furnished with its owner's handbooks and is offered with just 3,712 miles at cataloging, which were determined to be original during a requested mileage verification inspection at Salt Lake City Motorcars. Positively radiant in its rare Verde Ermes finish and generously equipped with an array of premium appointments, this 2021 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster is unmistakably destined to command attention. Its verified low mileage certainly makes it a compelling candidate for a discerning stable of top-tier supercars, with the occasional top-down outing to exclusive Sunday supercar gatherings. Yet, the SVJ is equally suited to be driven in earnest at any prominent racetrack, where its driver can experience the unbridled thrill of its screaming V12 and sophisticated ALA active aerodynamics at their best. Broad Arrow returns to Las Vegas as the official auction partner of Concours at Wynn Las Vegas. The single-day sale will bring to market over 80+ collector cars all set against the unforgettable backdrop of the Las Vegas Strip. Bid in person at Wynn Las Vegas for the unmatched energy of a live sale, or join remotely via online, phone, or absentee bidding from anywhere in the world. View the full lineup and register to bid at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – October 24, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV

The Lamborghini Miura wrote the rulebook for the supercar, and its influence on performance design is still felt today, making every example the centerpiece of any serious collection. Restored to its original specification, this 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV will be offered at Broad Arrow’s upcoming Las Vegas Auction on 31 October. An integral part of the Lamborghini P400 SV's ever-evolving mystique lies in the individual stories behind each example, whose distinctive histories add another dimension of allure to the world's first true supercar. Miura SV chassis number 4936 is no exception, offering a compelling tale bookmarked by exceptional factory rarity, original ownership spanning nearly five decades, and a recent expert-level restoration that is perhaps second to none. Of the mere 150 Miura P400 SVs produced, chassis 4936 is believed to be one of only three examples specified from the factory in Argento (silver) over a Pelle Nera (black leather) interior. Leaving Sant'Agata Bolognese with Bertone production number 664, this early Miura SV was delivered new on 16 September 1971 to Mr. Miguel Faria de Bostos. The original owner—an acclaimed lawyer who split his time between Angola, Portugal, and Brazil—initially sent his rare Miura SV to the Angolan capital city of Luanda. In 1974, the car was moved to Brazil following political strife in Angola, whereupon de Bostos began a project to repaint the car red. The Miura was disassembled, but the lawyer's busy schedule and frequent international travel prevented the car's transformation from coming to fruition. From 1977, the dismantled Miura was preserved in a Brazilian garage nearly completely undisturbed for decades. Chassis 4236 finally reemerged some 42 years after it entered internment, when in 2019 the car was purchased from the de Bostos family by a Swiss collector. Much of the car's history was frozen in time during its extraordinary period of dormancy, with one final, unexpected occupant still aboard; a live snake was discovered in the Miura upon its arrival in Switzerland. Crucially, however, all of the Miura's components had been retained, matching those shown on the original build documents on file. The car was acquired that same year by its most recent private owner, who commissioned a top-level Italian restoration to recondition chassis 4936 to its original factory specification. The team, consisting of some of the leading specialists in Italy, was led by the one and only Valentino Balboni, who commanded the photo-documented project from start to finish. Vintage Lamborghini savants Top Motors Salvioli in Modena performed the bulk of the mechanical work, including refreshing the car's original engine. The body and paintwork were refurbished by none other than Bachelli & Villa, who carefully reunited the Miura SV with its original Argento finish. Finally, its interior was reupholstered by Interni Auto Barbieri & Bussolari in Ferrara, who were responsible for upholstering the Miura and subsequent Lamborghini models in period. Completed in 2022, the freshly restored Miura SV entered a distinguished collection in Germany, where it has remained until now. This 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV is offered today with just 22,380 kilometers or 13,906 miles at cataloging. Accompanied by an exceptional history file, chassis 4936 boasts a remarkably well-documented provenance stretching from Sant'Agata to the present day. Factory build records substantiate its rare original specification, which is further cataloged in the seminal "The Lamborghini Miura Book" by Miura expert Simon Kidston. An extensive photographic archive further chronicles the Miura SV's storied journey, encompassing nearly fifty years of continued family ownership, its rediscovery, and subsequent transformation through an exacting restoration entrusted to some of Italy's most esteemed Lamborghini specialists—led by the illustrious Valentino Balboni. Upon recent inspection by leading Miura authorities Colin Clarke Engineering, this example was confirmed to feature the desirable split-sump lubrication system. According to the team there, the system is believed to have been installed from the factory rather than a modern conversion. It is important to note that an original factory split-sump configuration is dependent on the casting of the engine block rather than internal modifications. Throughout the restoration, Valentino Balboni confirmed the numbers throughout the car are matching and the recent inspection also confirmed this, including the engine, which is indeed a cast split-sump system. Factory records indicate that the split-sump introduction happened with production number 666, a mere two cars after this, but with multiple record sources, a definitive introduction point cannot be an absolute statement of fact. This car, production number 664, is among the earliest Miura SVs—if not the very first example—equipped with the coveted split-sump setup. Miura SV number 4936 presents the exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire not just one of 150 Miura SVs, the ultimate iteration of Lamborghini's groundbreaking supercar, but to acquire such a car as it left the factory over fifty years ago. Its wealth of original and numbers-matching components, carefully preserved and recently expertly refreshed by some of the world's foremost Lamborghini authorities, helps the car strike a delicate balance between a delightful time capsule and masterful restoration. Recently emerging from a significant collection in Europe, this Miura SV is now primed to elevate another stable of blue-chip collector cars of any vintage. As the official auction partner of Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, Broad Arrow will present more than 80 collector cars in a single-day sale on the Las Vegas Strip. Bid in person, online, by phone, or by absentee bid. View the lineup and register at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – October 23, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 2023 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport

The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport represents the apex of the modern hypercar, boasting performance that pushes far beyond even the Veyron that set the benchmark. Yet the Chiron Super Sport’s appeal isn’t built on numbers alone. Its longtail body lends to a sleek and purposeful profile, while a precision-crafted leather interior makes it a masterclass in automotive design as much as engineering. Broad Arrow is pleased to offer this example as part of an 80+ collector car lineup at the second annual Las Vegas Auction on 31 October. On 2 August 2019 at Volkswagen's massive Ehra-Lessien proving ground, Bugatti became the first hypercar manufacturer to punch through the 300-mph barrier. Here, Le Mans winner and Bugatti test driver Andy Wallace drove a specially prepared Chiron Super Sport prototype to an incredible top speed of 304.773 mph. That December, Bugatti announced a limited run of production Chiron Super Sport 300+ examples based directly on the record-setting car. Developed in tandem with Dallara, the Chiron's silhouette was lengthened by nearly 10 inches. The Chiron's front fascia was subtly revised with new intakes to cleverly channel airflow above and below the elongated body—improving aerodynamic efficiency and cooling to the hulking 16-cylinder powerplant. The new Chiron's shape terminated at a longtail rear end that contained a reworked, low-profile rear wing and new exhaust system shared with the incredibly exclusive Bugatti Centodieci. Beneath its dramatic new bodywork was the revised 8.0-liter, quad-turbocharged W16 that produced 1,580 horsepower through an updated Ricardo seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Every Super Sport 300+ was identically specified in exposed carbon with orange stripes and featured a decidedly spartan cockpit for a Bugatti model, but a far more refined variant was to arrive shortly after. The production Chiron Super Sport was unveiled in June 2021, retaining the performance enhancements and bodywork of the 300+ but adding an extra serving of opulence that better aligned the Super Sport with the marque's celebrated blend of performance and luxury. The Super Sport's carbon fiber bodywork could now be specified in an extensive selection from Bugatti's strong color palette, while the cockpit traded the 300+'s focused interior for full leather upholstery. While the Super Sport was electronically limited to 274 mph, it could still accelerate from zero to 124 mph in 5.8 seconds and reach 186 mph in 12 seconds, securing its place as one of the fastest production cars today. This 2023 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport features a sophisticated two-tone finish, with the upper body clad in Bugatti's signature Argent silver with a Black Carbon lower body in subtle reference to Bugatti's coachbuilding origins. This "horizontal exterior split" color combination makes up $75,000 of the car's immense options list, which totals more than $384,000. The exterior is further specified with the $82,000 Sky View glass roof, diamond-cut wheels, a Full Carbon Fiber engine cover, and Nocturne black finish covering the horseshoe, center line accents, and rear EB logo. The cockpit boasts Black Anodized trim contrasting the Havana brown upholstery that swaddles the optional Comfort seats and the bulk of the Super Sport's distinct full leather interior. Delivered new through Bugatti Greenwich in April 2023, this example initially spent time in Quebec, Canada, before returning to the U.S., according to its clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report. Subsequent ownership is reported in Indiana and Florida, with maintenance performed at Bugatti Broward. Acquired by the consignor in December 2025, this Chiron Super Sport featured selected use and today it shows less than 1,900 miles at cataloging. As the official auction partner of the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Auction on 31 October will present collectors with compelling acquisition opportunities across the most sought-after marques and eras, all within the collector-focused atmosphere of the concours. To explore the complete lineup and register to bid, please visit broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – October 22, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari

Few cars have defined an era like the Ferrari LaFerrari, and few settings suit one like Las Vegas. As official auction partner of the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, Broad Arrow returns for its second annual Las Vegas Auction on 31 October with more than 30 Ferraris on offer, among them this exquisitely specified example. When Ferrari opened the order books for its new flagship, the outcome was never in doubt. All 499 examples were claimed before the first was completed. One American collector recalled being asked to submit a multipage autobiography simply to be considered for an allocation. With demand like that, Maranello could have offered almost anything and still sold out. Instead, it built the most capable road car in the company's history to that point. LaFerrari followed the 288 GTO, F40, F50, and Enzo, and was the first of the marque's flagship road cars to join a naturally aspirated V12 with Formula 1–derived hybrid technology. Its 6.3-liter engine produced 789 horsepower, and a 161-horsepower electric motor filled in beneath it for a combined 950 horsepower. At Fiorano, the LaFerrari lapped the track in one minute and 20 seconds—five seconds quicker than the Enzo it replaced and three seconds quicker than the F12berlinetta, making LaFerrari the fastest road car Ferrari had yet built. Ferrari quoted a 0–60 mph time of under three seconds, 0–124 mph in less than seven seconds, and a top speed in excess of 217 mph. The numbers told only part of the story, however. Road & Track's Jack Baruth spent two days with a privately owned example on Ohio back roads and came away impressed by how readily it adapted to everyday use, reflecting that “the Ferrari didn't have to be as good as it is.” Set to be offered at Broad Arrow’s Las Vegas Auction on 31 October, chassis number 206520 is one of approximately 120 examples allocated to the American market. It is finished in the archetypal combination of Rosso Corsa over Nero leather with Rosso accents and laden with optional carbon fiber. Most distinctive is a carbon fiber front fin commissioned through Ferrari's Atelier program, joined by carbon fiber lower bodywork, mirror holders, rear fog lamp surround, and wheel center caps. The optional sport exhaust, Rosso calipers, and black-finished wheels complete the cohesive red-and-black livery. The color scheme is carried inside through a Rosso livery on the matte carbon-fiber dashboard, joined by Cavallinos stitched into the Nero leather seats. The track camera kit records the car's capabilities from over the passenger's shoulder, and the front suspension lifter makes it far more practical on steep driveways and ramps. Two personal touches complete the cockpit, a dedication plaque etched with “Razor 2” on the steering wheel and an American flag on the dashboard. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report records that chassis 206520 was delivered new in November 2014 through Wide World of Cars in Spring Valley, New York. It was subsequently registered in Montana, with Wide World and Ferrari of West Palm Beach looking after it during its early years. In 2019 the LaFerrari moved to California, where it was reportedly owned by recording artist Tyga and later by producer Swizz Beatz. Throughout the early 2020s, the car saw continued routine maintenance by Ferrari South Bay, Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale, and Ferrari of San Diego. Most recently, in October 2026, a visit to Ferrari of San Diego saw the car undergo its 25,000-mile-interval service, which included a new alternator. The LaFerrari is further accompanied by a two-year Certified Pre-Owned warranty, which extends to its hybrid battery and remains in effect until October 2028. Displaying 5,439 miles at the time of cataloging, the car is presented in commensurately well-preserved condition with its original accessories. These include the Ferrari-branded battery charger, a fitted indoor car cover, and the original tools. Together with the McLaren P1 and Porsche 918 Spyder, LaFerrari formed the celebrated “big three” that ushered hybridization into the hypercar world, and with it, a level of performance never before seen in a road car. LaFerrari was intensely coveted from the moment it was announced, and it remains so today. An example so classically specified, with numerous desirable options, low mileage, and dealer maintenance throughout its life, represents precisely what collectors seek in this landmark model. This October, Broad Arrow returns as the official auction partner of Concours at Wynn Las Vegas for the second annual Las Vegas Auction, where the spectacle of the Strip meets the refinement of the concours lawn. Bringing more than 30 Ferraris to market on 31 October, the lineup traces the marque’s story across eras, from the electrified performance of LaFerrari to three-pedal modern classics that deliver an unfiltered, analog connection between driver and machine. To view the complete lineup of vehicles set to be offered on 31 October and to register to bid, please visit broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – October 21, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3

The Ferrari Daytona SP3, the second model in Ferrari’s “Icona” series, is many things at once—a rolling tribute to one of the marque’s most triumphant afternoons, a showcase of naturally aspirated engineering at its peak, and quite possibly the final chapter in a mid-engine, naturally aspirated lineage that began nearly sixty years ago. On 31 October, Broad Arrow will bring to market this bespoke example of Ferrari’s latest model from the extremely limited production “Icona” series as part of a 75+ collector car lineup at the second annual Las Vegas Auction. The lineage of the SP3 traces its origins back to 5 February 1967, the day Ferrari swept first, second, and third at the 24 Hours of Daytona, completing a very personal act of defiance against Henry Ford II. The cars that achieved it, the 330 P3/P4 and 412P, became the spiritual blueprints for the SP3. Senior designer Jason Furtado spent three years under Ferrari chief designer Flavio Manzoni translating those prototype racers into something road-legal, and the lineage is unmistakable. The full-width rear spoiler mirrors the 1967 330 P3/4's, the heat-exhausting rear spine pays homage to the open-top Spyder variants of the 330, and the dramatically pinched waist gives the car the same aggression as those legendary racers. Even the dramatic, horizontal rear strakes trace back to Pininfarina's 1968 250 P5 Berlinetta Speciale concept. Yet for all its historical homages, the SP3's technical layout is entirely modern and deliberately stripped back. Ferrari achieved its aerodynamic targets without a single active element, instead channeling air over the front arches, through door intakes, and out via the rear diffuser in an elegantly passive system. The carbon-fiber monocoque is rigid and lightweight, the seats fixed directly to the tub, with the driving position set via a movable pedal box in a direct link to the '60s sports racers. Behind the driver sits the 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12, producing 829 horsepower at 9,250 rpm—Ferrari's most powerful road-going engine ever. Derived from the 812 Competizione's F140 unit, it was thoroughly reworked with titanium pistons, cams, connecting rods, and valves. That same F140 architecture debuted in the earth-shattering Ferrari Enzo in 2002, before being paired with a hybrid KERS system in its successor, the LaFerrari. While technically separated from those halo projects as part of the Icona series, the SP3 arguably functions as their true spiritual successor, and perhaps the most honest expression of the lineage yet. Where the LaFerrari leaned into the nascent hybrid technology emerging in 2013, the SP3 strips everything back, delivering the mid-engine V12 experience in its purest, most unmediated form. With Ferrari's newly revealed V6-powered F80 leaning heavily into hybridization, and the broader industry shifting away from naturally aspirated engines, the SP3 may well be the last mid-engine, naturally aspirated V12 Ferrari ever built for the road. Only 600 were built with each example being quickly snatched up by Ferrari’s most valued clients before production even began. The SP3 presented here, chassis number 314846, bears an October 2024 production date and was subsequently dispatched to Ferrari North America Inc. in Englewood, New Jersey, and delivered through Ferrari Long Island according to its special-series “Yellow Book” issued at the time of production. As tempting as it may have been to specify the timeless form of the Daytona in an equally timeless red hue, the commissioning owner instead chose the exquisite bespoke shade of Verde Francesca—an Extracampionario (extra-range) color that added an astounding $42,185 to the original purchase price. The lower bodywork, as well as the front splitter, side sills, and lid lip are finished in glossy carbon fiber, as is the hardtop, in keeping with the model’s weight-conscious ethos. Glossy black brake calipers and the coveted airbrushed Scuderia Ferrari shields complete this breathtaking specification. Inside, the minimalist yet luxurious cabin is trimmed in Nero Alcantara throughout the primary surfaces, with the seats and door panel padding rendered in Mustard Aunde Jeans, creating a sophisticated, two-tone appearance. The Dreamlines on the F1 paddles echo the exterior Verde Francesca shade, while tone-on-tone stitching runs throughout in yellow thread on the Mustard elements, and black thread on the Nero sections. The Cavallino emblems are embroidered on the headrests, and a dedication plaque carries the Tailor Made logo alongside “Daytona SP3 Limited Edition.” Practical considerations have not been overlooked either, with Apple CarPlay, front and rear parking cameras, a front-axle lift system, and a handy fire extinguisher all specified to ensure the car remains as usable as it is striking. Since its delivery, the Daytona has been deliberately preserved in as-new condition, displaying just 81 miles at the time of cataloging and retaining several sought-after delivery items. The car is joined by a 1:8 scale Amalgam model, red leather backpack and duffle bag, and two pairs of matching driving gloves. The car is further accompanied by its owner’s manuals in their folio, carbon fiber hardtop in its original storage bag, car cover, tool kit, two keys, window sticker, battery tender, tire inflator, and the aforementioned Yellow Book. In the pursuit of ultimate performance, Maranello has increasingly embraced forced induction and hybrid power, a philosophy carried to its logical extreme with the recently revealed F80, which pairs a twin-turbocharged V6 with three electric motors to produce nearly 1,200 horsepower. It is a breathtaking achievement, but one that marks a decisive departure from the long lineage of high-revving, naturally aspirated engines that defined the marque for the better part of a century. The SP3, by contrast, is a love letter to a different kind of greatness—to the golden age of sports prototype racing, to the howl of a naturally aspirated V12 climbing toward 9,250 rpm, and to the era when Ferrari conquered Daytona with sheer mechanical artistry. Where the F80 looks forward, the SP3 looks back with remarkable clarity, and makes an overwhelming case that something profound would be lost if this chapter were simply allowed to close. The collector market has recognized as much. In the few short years since the SP3's announcement, values have climbed sharply, reflecting both the model's extreme exclusivity and a growing understanding that it may represent the final expression of this particular lineage. Chassis number 314846, with its stunning Tailor Made specification, delivery mileage, and complete complement of factory items, is precisely the kind of example that commands attention in any serious collection. It is, in the truest sense, a car for those who understand what Ferrari has been, and what it may never quite be again. Held in partnership with Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, Broad Arrow’s second annual Las Vegas Auction will present collectors with numerous compelling acquisition opportunities amid a weekend dedicated to celebrating the best in automotive performance and design. Visit broadarrowauctions.com to view the lots on offer and register to bid for the 31 October Las Vegas Auction. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Sponsored Article – October 19, 2026

Broad Arrow Las Vegas Auction Preview: 1997 Ferrari F50

The F50 was by no means the first road car to draw on Formula 1 engineering, but when it was unveiled at the 1995 Geneva Motor Show in anticipation of Ferrari's 50th anniversary, it was arguably the most literal translation of Grand Prix technology to the street yet attempted. Road & Track's technical analysis described it as virtually a road-going version of the 333 SP, the multiple IMSA GT and FIA championship-winning sports-racer Ferrari had developed from its 1990 F1 program. Paul Frère, winner of the 1960 24 Hours of Le Mans, wrote in the magazine that company president Luca di Montezemolo wanted the car to give its driver “the impression that he drives a Grand Prix car.”With just 106 miles from new, Broad Arrow is pleased to present this 1997 Ferrari F50 as the star lot of the upcoming Las Vegas Auction on 31 October. Surrounded by the energy and excitement of one of the automotive world’s most glamorous events, the offering of chassis 107165 is the closest collectors can get to taking delivery of a brand new F50. Powering an unforgettable analog driving experience is the 4.7-liter, 65-degree V12 developed from Ferrari's 3.5-liter Formula 1 unit, with five valves per cylinder, titanium connecting rods, and dry-sump lubrication. It produces 513 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque. As in a Grand Prix car, its cast-iron block was bolted directly to the back of a 225-pound carbon-fiber tub and carried the rear suspension. Pushrod-actuated double wishbones with electronically controlled damping, titanium hubs, unassisted steering, and Brembo brakes without servo assistance reinforced its connection to the F1 single-seater. Unlike Ferrari's F1 cars, however, which had used electro-hydraulic paddle shifters since 1989, the F50 kept a six-speed manual shifted through a traditional open gate, and it would be the last of Ferrari's halo cars to do so.Development testing involved Jean Alesi, Gerhard Berger, Niki Lauda, and chief tester Dario Benuzzi. Road & Track recorded zero to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds, while Ferrari claimed top speed of 202 mph. Its testers observed that where most exotics merely hint at the racing experience, the F50 “slaps you in the face with all its visceral ingredients.” To avoid a repeat of the F40, which was built in 1,311 examples to meet its exploding demand, Ferrari built just 349 examples between 1995 and 1997 to ensure its exclusivity.The F50 offered here, chassis number 107165, is the 334th of those 349 cars, a late-production example delivered new via Maranello Sales Ltd. of Egham, Surrey, whose decal it still wears on the windshield. It is finished in Rosso Corsa over Nero leather with Rosso seat inserts, the combination most closely identified with the model. In the nearly three decades since it left the factory, it has covered an astonishing 106 miles. Ferrari built the F50 to be driven hard, and most surviving examples show at least some evidence of it, but this example has been entirely spared from the moment it was delivered. As a result, its paintwork, carbon-fiber cabin, leather upholstery, and switchgear are free of the fading, wear, and handling marks that even careful use brings. The car presents today much as it would have on the day Maranello Sales handed it over.As one would expect given its time-warp condition, its factory accessories have been preserved to the same standard. The car is offered with its removable hardtop and the original flight case that houses it whenever the F50 is run as a barchetta. Also present are its J.P. Tod's driving shoes and three-piece Schedoni luggage set with dust covers, along with its tool kit, wheel socket, and fuse, bulb, and belt kit. Its car, seat, and steering wheel covers in their Ferrari-branded bag finish the set. Items such as these were routinely separated from their cars over the years, lost between owners, or simply used, which makes the full complement alongside an F50 of this mileage truly exceptional. The F50 long ago made the passage from new car to blue-chip collectible, and the chance to buy one in delivery condition largely went with it. Chassis 107165 is the exception. Impeccably preserved and complete with its original delivery items, its offering at the second annual Las Vegas Auction on 31 October is as close as one can come today to taking delivery of a new F50. For the collector who wants the model exactly as Ferrari built it, a better-preserved or more complete example would be very difficult to find.Experience an extraordinary weekend where collector cars, luxury, and entertainment come together in the heart of Las Vegas. In partnership with Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, Broad Arrow’s 31 October auction will offer collectors the opportunity to acquire a range of sought-after modern Ferraris as part of a 75+ collector car lineup. Discover the lots on offer and register to bid at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing GALLERY-EMBED

By Khris Bharath – June 25, 2026

This 1996 Ferrari F50 Heading to Auction Now Wears a Factory Color Ferrari Produced Just Four Times

Any Ferrari F50 reaching the auction block is always notable. The mid-engine Ferrari supercar was produced across three years in production during the 1990s, and clean, well-documented cars surface only a handful of times a year worldwide, making each appearance something of an occasion for collectors. Chassis 106715 adds an unusual story to that scarcity: a factory red car that has spent its life cycling through three different colors, and now wears the one shade Ferrari itself reserved for just four original buyers. The car is being offered by RM Sotheby's as part of its Sealed July sale, a confidential, anonymous-bidding format the house reserves for a small, hand-picked selection of cars each cycle. Ferrari built only 349 F50s between 1995 and 1997, and within that small number, paint color does most of the work of separating the rare from the truly unobtainable. The vast majority, 302 cars, rolled out of Maranello in the brand's house red, Rosso Corsa. Giallo Modena accounted for 31 examples, Rosso Barchetta just 8, and at the very top of the hierarchy sit Argento Nürburgring and Nero Daytona, tied at a mere four factory-built cars each. As covered when an Argento Nürburgring F50 appeared at the model's 30th anniversary tour, last year, those two finishes sit at the height of the F50 market precisely because there are so few of them and because neither color comes up for sale with any regularity. That same scarcity dynamic has played out across the broader F50 market, too. A Giallo Modena example once owned by Ralph Lauren, one of just two delivered to the US in that color, sold for $9.245 million at RM Sotheby's Monterey auction last year, setting a new record at the time. It serves as a reminder of the significance of color in the Ferrari F50 market. The all-time F50 public auction record was set in January this year at Mecum Kissimmee, when a 1995 example from the Bachman Collection with just 252 miles crossed the block at $12,210,000. That scarcity is exactly why several red F50s have been repainted black over the decades, chasing a finish Ferrari only ever applied to four cars. Chassis 106715's path to black has been anything but straightforward. Built in 1996 as the 244th car off the line, it originally left the factory in Rosso Corsa and was delivered new through Cornes Motors in Tokyo in January 1998, beginning its life in Japan. At some point after 2001, the car was stripped of its red and resprayed white, likely making it the only white F50 anywhere in the world at the time, and it was further famously reworked by the Japanese tuning house Liberty Walk with darkened wheels, a revised rear grille, and a painted diffuser, none of which touched the carbon-fiber structure beneath. <- Gallery -> The car left Japan for the UK in November 2015, where it was returned to red and earned Ferrari Classiche certification in September 2016, with the certification confirming its chassis, engine, gearbox, and bodywork all remain original. Not long after, the car was repainted black for the first time by Carrozzeria Zanasi, the coachbuilder Ferrari itself uses for the modern Tailor-Made program, a connection that makes this about as close to an authentic factory repaint as a car can get without having actually left the factory that way. The F50, of ofcourse, holds a specific place in Ferrari's internal hierarchy of halo cars. Its 4.7-liter naturally aspirated V12 traces directly to the 1990 Formula 1 program, and it sits alongside the 288 GTO, F40, Enzo, and LaFerrari as one of the five cars that define the brand's road-going exotic supercar lineage. Among drivers who have spent real time behind the wheel of all of them, the F50 is often singled out as the rawest and most rewarding of the group. Much of that comes down to a mechanical detail unique within its family: the F50 remains Ferrari's only manual-gearbox, mid-engine V12 production car, a distinction that neither the Enzo nor the LaFerrari can claim. This particular example shows just under 26,200 kilometers (~16,000 miles) from new and has been maintained on an annual service schedule by Maranello Egham, in the U.K., most recently in May 2026. It comes with its correct flight case, soft top, roll hoops, and tool kit. Across its life, chassis 106715 has gone through four documented paint changes spanning three colors: Rosso Corsa from the factory, white during its years in Japan, back to Rosso Corsa for its Ferrari Classiche certification, and finally black, a history almost as unusual as the rare Giallo Modena example once owned by Ralph Lauren within a production run of just 349. RM Sotheby's has set a pre-auction estimate of £5,000,000 to £6,000,000 (~$6,645,000 USD to $7,974,000 USD), and the car will be offered without reserve, with bidding closing on July 16. View Listing Images: Alex Penfold @RM Sotheby's

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 11, 2026

Ending Soon: Lotus Esprit 25th Anniversary Edition on dR Live

The Lotus Esprit is one of the most iconic European performance cars, serving as the flagship model of the racing-bred manufacturer and being a part of the Lotus lineup for nearly 30 years. It was discontinued after 2004, but if it had made it to 2006, it would have reached that milestone. Since the ‘70s, the Lotus Esprit featured an iconic wedge design, even after going through revisions, and by the time it was discontinued, it was one of the last production cars with pop-up headlights, along with the C5 Corvette. The final generation of the Lotus Esprit was powered by a Lotus V8 engine, unlike the 4-cylinder-powered cars that came before it. While it was relatively small at 3.5 liters, it was twin-turbocharged and tuned to produce a robust 350 horsepower. With compelling performance, especially among its late ‘90s and early 2000s contemporaries, the Lotus Esprit V8 was not just a desirable mid-engined sports car in its time, but has since achieved collector-worthy status in the years that have passed since its continuation. Available now on duPont REGISTRY Live, the new luxury online auction platform that is changing the auction experience for collectors and enthusiasts with a 14-day return policy and a 100% sell-through rate, is this 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 25th Anniversary Edition. Created to mark 25 years since the Esprit’s 1976 introduction, the 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 25th Anniversary Edition features some special touches that commemorate the incredible milestone of a performance car legend. <- Gallery -> Only 100 were made, and this example is numbered 42. With just 29,000 miles on its odometer, this Esprit wears its original Ardent Red exterior color. Inside a black interior that is accented by red stitching features things like body-colored accents, an Alpine sound system, and other unique touches. Having recently gotten a timing belt service, as well as recent paint protection and ceramic coating, it’s been carefully looked after and is ready to continue showcasing the incredible legacy of the Esprit nameplate. For any performance enthusiast with an affinity for a British youngtimer classic, this 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 25th Anniversary Edition for auction on duPont REGISTRY Live is an enticing opportunity. Click below to view the auction and bid before the auction ends tomorrow. Bid Now

By Khris Bharath – July 21, 2025

RM Sotheby's To Offer One-Off Azzurro Hyperion Ferrari F4...

Repainting any Ferrari, let alone the highly sought-after F40, requires confidence, and perhaps a disregard for convention. Now, unlike the F50, which was available in a handful of colors, every single example of the Ferrari F40, yes, all 1,315 units, left the Maranello factory in Rosso Corsa. This deeply symbolic color has long been synonymous with the Italian marque’s identity and legacy. However, Chassis #94647, known today as the “Blue Chip F40,” represents a unique and uncompromising interpretation of this iconic supercar, one that wears Azzurro Hyperion over blue Alcantara. Built on July 29, 1992, and delivered new to Motor S.p.A. in Modena, Italy, this F40 was originally configured in a much more traditional spec, with its red exterior and Stoffa Vigogna interior reflecting Ferrari’s standard F40 production finish at the time. The car’s first owner, Paolo Pazzaglia, a prominent nightlife figure from Bologna, logged more than 5,000 kilometers (3,106 miles) before transferring ownership in 1993. The car remained in the Bologna area for several years, where it received consistent maintenance and attention, before being exported to the United Kingdom in early 1998. Once in the U.K., this F40 entered the hands of passionate custodians, including television presenter and collector Paul Martin, who appreciated the car’s engineering and historical significance. Over the years, the vehicle accumulated extensive documentation besides what it originally shipped with, including Ministry of Transport (MOT) certifications, COA, Red Book, the original service book, and service invoices. But in 2021, the car’s then-owner began envisioning a new chapter for chassis #94647, one that centered around enhancing its performance capabilities, a road-going homage to the even rarer Ferrari F40 LM (limited to 19 units), besides elevating its aesthetic appeal to reflect a more bespoke example of Ferrari’s most analog supercar. The transformation of this 1980s halo car was entrusted to Furlonger Specialist Cars, a respected U.K.-based Ferrari specialist. The F40 received several mechanical upgrades, including the installation of a Michelotto-developed F40 LM racing gearbox, a component rarely found outside competition-spec builds, along with uprated turbo wastegates on the 2.9-liter V8, and a Tubi exhaust system that amplifies the car’s already ferocious soundtrack. A KW fully adjustable suspension featuring a nose-lift system was also installed to improve usability. Another highlight are the wheels. In order to accommodate the addition of 355-millimeter Brembo GT brakes, which significantly elevate stopping performance, the team engineered custom 18-inch rims that carefully preserve the original five-spoke center-lock aesthetic that you associate with the F40. But by far, the most visually arresting element of this entire project comes in the form of a complete respray of the body in Azzurro Hyperion, a rare and refined Ferrari shade that first appeared in the early 2000s on limited-production models such as the 575M Maranello and 360 Spider. For some context, this hue belongs to a Ferrari lineage of several light blue shades that also includes Azzurro California, Azzurro Dino, and Azzurro La Plata (a nod to Alberto Ascari’s Aregentinian roots), with each historically reserved for clients seeking even more exclusivity and elegance. While these pastel and silver-inflected blues graced old-school Ferraris like the 250 GT Lusso and 246 Dino, Azzurro Hyperion carries a more modern depth and metallic clarity, and when applied to the sharp, 2,400-pound composite Pininfarina-designed bodywork of an F40, it makes for a truly unique creation. Inside the cockpit, the story continues with blue Alcantara upholstery replacing the familiar red-and-black combination found in most F40s. This reimagined specification does not compromise this 201 mph supercar’s authenticity, as it was Ferrari Classiche certified in 2013 before any modification, and it retains its original Red Book, Certificate of Authenticity, warranty booklet, and an extensive archive of provenance-related documents. Being offered through RM Sotheby’s, the car will feature in the upcoming Monterey 2025 sale, and it currently carries a pre-auction estimate between $2.5 and $2.8 million. While the mileage is on the higher side at 19,816 miles, chassis #94647 presents a rare opportunity for collectors to not only acquire a significantly upgraded F40 but also a singular vision of color and composition that connects the supercar’s aggressive design with a sense of individuality and expression. This Azzuro Hyperion example joins just a handful of modified F40s like the 1991 Minty Forty, Aqua Blue Metallic, Nardo F40 “Competizione” and the Liberty Walk F40. View Listing Source: RM Sotheby's, @Ashley Lauzurica

By Khris Bharath – July 18, 2025

Bid On This Limited-Run 2010 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster ...

Besides the Chevy Corvette and the Ford GT, the Dodge Viper is, without a doubt, one of America’s most aggressive performance machines. Within that legacy of simplicity and big power, the ACR or American Club Racer introduced in 1999, emerged as the most track-capable version of the Viper as it sharpened its immense power reserves with serious aerodynamic and suspension upgrades. This 2010 Viper SRT-10 Roadster ACR, with just 20 miles, is a remarkably well-preserved example of that philosophy. Listed through Sotheby’s Motorsport, this particular example was originally delivered to Woodhouse Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Blair, Nebraska, and it remains a single-owner car. Currently located in Jordan, Minnesota, the features factory badging designating it as number #19 of 20 Woodhouse Limited Editions, created to honor the top-selling dealer by model. Given the ultra-low miles, the car shows minimal signs of age or wear and comes with complete documentation. At its core sits the massive 8.4-liter V10 that produces 600 horsepower, with power routed to the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission. A 3.07 rear axle ratio and anti-spin differential help manage that power effectively, while the sport suspension should provide confident handling. This Roadster also features the desirable Customer Preferred Package 21B, a $14,550 upgrade that includes the full Competition Group. What this means is: two-piece lightweight slotted rotors, a front splitter spoiler, rear winged spoiler, deleted fog lamps, ACR badging, and a stiffened front stabilizer bar. Finished in Viper Black with a contrasting red stripe running along the length of the aggressive bodywork and the carbon-wing, the car features a black softtop and rides on forged Sidewinder wheels 18 inches up front, 19 inches at the rear, fitted to 295/30ZR18 and 355/30ZR19 performance tires. Aero plates and ground effects on the front fascia complete the package. Additional options include the Protection Group ($450), which adds embroidered mats and a custom car cover, and the ACR Driver Stripe package ($1,650), which gives the car its distinctive visual look. Inside, the Viper offers a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, air conditioning, and a 7-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with a 310-watt amplifier. The ACR represents one of the most focused builds in the Viper lineup. With 20 miles, complete factory options, and exceptional provenance, this SRT-10 Roadster presents you with a rare opportunity to acquire a near-new American performance icon, and with the top down, you’ll be able to hear that V10 even better. View Listing & Bid Now

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