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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 Jordan Aquistapace – February 22, 2022

Bugatti Creates A 24k Rose Gold La Voiture Noire Sculptur...

The exclusive Bugatti now has its own sculpture and NFT. Inside its fleet of historic hypercars, the La Voiture Noire stands out as the pinnacle example for the iconic Bugatti brand. The La Voiture Noire is a one-of-one automotive creation that pays homage to the characteristics of the legendary Type 57 SC Atlantic model. With a price tag of $13.4-million, it also secures its position as the most expensive new car in the world. Bugatti is proud to celebrate the La Voiture Noire with a commemorative sculpture created in collaboration with the designers at Asprey London. MUST-READ: 1994 Bugatti EB110 GT Prototype at RM Sotheby’s Amelia Island The one-of-one tribute sculpture scales the multi-million dollar Bugatti in 24k Rose Gold, which sits on top of a bespoke handcrafted base that features the iconic signature colors of Bugatti and Asprey. As part of the package, the Bugatti x Asprey sculpture will also include its own NFT that will be linked to the physical masterpiece visually and via a QR code and unique serial identifier. The creative collaboration between the two industry leaders will continue as a series of 261 sterling silver sculptures are set to release in March 2022. Discover the La Voiture Noire sculpture and the smaller scale collection release from Bugatti x Asprey by clicking the link below. Check back into DuPont REGISTRY Daily for more supercar news and luxury gear releases. Discover Bugatti x Asprey London Bugatti Source: Bugatti

By Edward Jones – February 10, 2022

Bugatti Continues To Build Upon Their Already Incredible ...

The joy of owning a Bugatti is unmatched, and the company's customer experience is part of the reason. The vehicles that Bugatti creates are downright masterpieces that need to be cherished and cared for so that generations to come can experience them for themselves. Aiding in this pursuit of care is Bugatti's phenomenal customer experience that involves multiple programs and ensures that each of their customers is taken care of. In the past few years, Bugatti has unveiled a few programs to build upon their customer experience. This includes the Passeport Tranquillité Service Program that allows owners of the Veyron and Chiron to extend their original service package by an additional two or four years. Yes, that includes the original Veyron models that are over 16-years-old. Bugatti also gives customers access to the complete Accessories Catalogue so that they can refresh their hypercar at any moment. ALSO READ - Check The Spec: A One-Of-A-Kind 2019 Bugatti Chiron Now, in 2022, Bugatti is continuing to expand upon their customer experience even further. First up is that now a customer who is ordering a new Chiron can add additional service and warranty coverage for a single price. Additionally, Bugatti will soon be allowing for the purchase of Approved-Used Bugatti vehicles through their official dealer partners. Each of these approved vehicles undergoes an extensive 110-point check from Bugatti-qualified techs. For those who purchased an approved Chiron, their hypercar will come with one annual service and a 12-month, bumper-to-bumper warranty. New owners of an Approved Veyron will receive a 12-month mechanical and electrical limited warranty. It's never been a better time to purchase a Bugatti. See All Bugattis For Sale Image Source: Bugatti

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 08, 2022

After 62 Years, Bugatti Returns to Austria GP Ice Race

Bugatti breaks the ice in Austria for the first time in 62 years. In 1960, Bugatti brought a Type 35 to Austria to participate in a racing tradition that originated with “skijoring” which means “ski driving.” Since Bugatti’s inaugural appearance at the 1960 GP Ice Race, the brand has been absent from the race, until now. The 2022 race was ICEolated, with no spectators due to COVID-19 restrictions, but in years past, thousands of spectators would line the track despite the extreme weather to see rally cars and classic race cars brave the ice. MUST READ: Bugatti’s Lifestyle Branch Reports Its Third Successful Year Of Growth To celebrate Bugatti’s return to the event, the safety car for the race was a Bugatti Baby II, built by the Little Car Company. Its design is based on the Type 35, but it’s thoroughly modern with an electric, rear-wheel drive drivetrain, and a Novice and Expert mode to adjust performance depending on who is driving. Despite its size, the Baby II is just as luxurious and magnificent as the Type 35 it pays homage to, because of the fact that it is built using the same coachbuilding techniques as its historic predecessor, and takes over 200 hours to build. The Baby II that was used for the GP Ice Race featured studded tires for grip on the slippery surfaces, which made it perfectly capable for its job during this exciting celebration of motorsport tradition.

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By Jordan Aquistapace – February 02, 2022

Check The Spec: A One-Of-A-Kind 2019 Bugatti Chiron

A chance to own a one-of-one 2019 Bugatti Chiron spec. The Bugatti Chiron continues its life as the predecessor to the iconic Veyron model, launching the manufacturer into a whole different level of design and performance. The team at HGreg Lux is proud to present this stunning 2019 Bugatti Chiron as just one of the many high-end luxury vehicles available in its growing inventory. The exterior of the Bugatti Chiron presents itself in a sophisticated two-tone white and black finish that accentuates the aggressive body lines of the multi-million dollar hypercar. The Chiron’s lightweight design is subtly highlighted with hints of vibrant blue that are incorporated into the badging, cowl panel, carbon-fiber side mirrors, brake calipers, engine covers, and retractable rear wing. HGreg Lux Opening the doors of this Bugatti Chiron reveals an all-blue interior design that celebrates the 110th Anniversary of the French automaker. Its minimalistic interior layout highlights the Chiron’s driver-oriented cabin, which also features state-of-the-art technology and driving dynamics to achieve an experience like no other. Delivering power to the Chiron is Bugatti’s famous 8.0-Liter Quad-Turbocharged W16 engine, capable of producing over 1,479-horsepower and 1,180-the pound-feet of torque. A 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission catapults the Chiron from 0-60mph in a mind-blowing 2.3-seconds. This 2019 Bugatti Chiron from HGreg Lux is currently available with 334-miles for $4,200,000. Click the link below to view the vehicle listing on duPont REGISTRY. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury hypercar news and releases. View Listing Source: HGreg Lux

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 01, 2022

Bugatti's New Centodieci Braves Below Zero Temps In Testing

Even Bugatti’s rarest gems get the cold shoulder. The Bugatti Centodieci is an incredibly special and rare car that serves as an homage to the entire brand and its storied history, and especially the EB110, from which the car takes visual cues. Even though only ten of these cars will be made, the model will be tested to brave just about any condition. Even after being subjected to temperatures of 50 degrees Celsius, or 122 degrees Fahrenheit in Bugatti’s climate chamber, the Centodieci is now going to be tested at temperatures of -20 degrees Celsius, or -4 Fahrenheit, to make sure that the car performs as intended, no matter what climate it is being driven in. MUST READ: Manny Koshbin Takes Delivery Of His Little Car Company x Bugatti Baby II ‘Rembrandt Edition’ After engineers confirm that the Centodieci can perform to the best of its ability in these extreme temperatures, it will undergo more testing where it will be driven nearly 19,000 miles to prove that it is ready to not only be a beautiful part of its owners’ collections, but a capable and impressively performing one as well. See All Bugattis For Sale

By Edward Jones – January 27, 2022

Bugatti and Asprey To Release NFT Paired With A Sculpture

A one-of-a-kind Bugatti x Asprey NFT. Bugatti has just announced an exciting partnership with Asprey, a British luxury goods retailer, as well as the first product to be created through this collaboration. Between the two brands, they will launch a one-of-one NFT that will be joined by a sculpture of what is only being described as a "famous Bugatti model." This sculpture will be created at Asprey's new Digital Studio. The two brands also note that Bugatti and Asprey clients will be able to commission their own sculptures in the future, each coming "fused" with NFT technology. Each NFT will unlock special Asprey content and will have a unique NFT Asprey roadmap. For more information and to apply for the program, visit AspreyBugatti.com. Source: Bugatti

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 18, 2022

Check The Spec: The Copper Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport For T...

The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport that boasts a one-of-a-kind custom design. The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport is best described as a performance masterpiece that highlights the legacy of one of the most famous brands in the automotive industry. While the multi-million dollar hypercar features an agile chassis made for any race track, its configuration process allows for complete creative control for its affluent clientele. In one of the most recent Chiron Pur Sport builds, Bugatti creates a one-of-a-kind design using a head-turning Copper carbon finish that pairs perfectly with vibrant red accents. MUST-READ: Check The Spec: A 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS With A $140K Special Wish Customization Package Made especially for former K1 and European Kickboxing Champion Tristan Tate, the matching Copper interior layout features black sport-style seats with ‘Tate’ stitched in red into the headrest. The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport produces an astonishing 1,480-horsepower from its 8.0-Liter Quad-Turbocharged W16 engine, launching the hypercar from 0-60mph in just 2.2-seconds. The new Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport designed for Tristan Tate is sure to be an anticipated spec to see on the road. Click the link below to view all the current Bugatti Chiron models for sale on duPont REGISTRY. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury lifestyle and celebrity car news. View All Bugatti Chiron For Sale Source: @Bugatti

By Edward Jones – January 14, 2022

A Bugatti Scooter is Coming to North America

It's Bugatti's first EV, but not one you would expect. Bugatti has announced that they have teamed up with New York-based Bytech International to create a brand-new scooter. Announced at CES 2022, this new scooter features many touches that are clearly Bugatti-inspired. These touches include the three finishes (Agile Blue, Silver, and Black), Bugatti badging, rear taillight that appears to be inspired by the Chiron, and even an "EB monogram that shines onto the ground below. As for power, this is clearly not a hypercar, but it still zips around quite quickly. This electric scooter has a 700w motor and 36v battery that boasts a range of around 22 miles. In regards to speed, this new Bugatti scooter has three separate modes that control the speed: Economy Mode (9mph), City Mode (12.5mph) and Sport Mode (18.5mph). If you've always wanted a Bugatti but can't afford the seven-figure pricetag, this is one you ought to check out. Sell Your Bugatti: Get a Cash Offer All Bugattis For Sale Source: Bugatti

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 12, 2022

Bugatti Celebrates Record Sales in 2021, and They Don't W...

After selling out the Chiron and the Bolide in 2021, Bugatti announces an even more exciting 2022. Bugatti took orders for 150 hypercars in 2021, and while that might seem like a small number, each of these customers ordered an incredibly exclusive, multi-million dollar car that they customized and personalized themselves. Better yet, 60% of Bugatti’s customers in 2021 ordered a Bugatti for the first time. MUST READ: Bugatti x Champagne Carbon Reveal La Bouteille Noire at The Londoner Hotel This record number is the result of Bugatti’s most comprehensive lineup yet. The Chiron Super Sport is built for speed, being the fastest production car in the world, while the Chiron Pur Sport is an example of Bugatti’s prowess in driving dynamics and agility, ready to take corners with confidence and excellence. Bugatti’s coach-built vehicles, the Divo, La Voiture Noire, and Centodieci, all show unique aspects of Bugatti design, performance, and luxury. The Bolide, only sold to existing Bugatti owners, sold out in only two months. The most exciting announcement for what is to come is from a joint venture between Bugatti and Mate Rimac. Bugatti Rimac, according to Mate Rimac, means that we will begin to see Bugatti cars featuring technology we have never seen before, and he makes sure to mention that the combustion engine will remain a part of that future, but with Rimac Automobili specializing in electric hypercars, we may see an electric Bugatti on the horizon. He tells us that Bugatti’s craftsmanship and incredibly high standard of quality will remain and even improve in the future. Bugatti shattered expectations once with the Veyron, and the advent of its W16 engine, and we have no doubt that they can do it again 20 years later. Bugatti For Sale Source: Bugatti

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 24, 2021

This Man Has Driven Nearly Every Bugatti Since 2004

You might’ve wondered what it’s like to drive a different Bugatti every day for 17 years. Meet Steve Jenny, the man who has. As a test driver for Bugatti since 2004, he’s been with the brand since the Veyron was a prototype, and his job is to make sure that every Bugatti that comes out of the Molsheim Atelier is exactly what its discerning, multimillion-dollar customer needs it to be. Getting a job like the one Steve Jenny has isn’t easy. From the very beginning of his time as a licensed driver, he was building rally cars and competing as a co-driver, after which he became an expert mechanic and technician. With a resume featuring jobs at companies like Mahle and BBS, Steve Jenny was qualified in the highest echelons of the motorsport industry, and his journey at Bugatti began when he heard from a friend about cars being driven at a private racetrack at Colmar that were “as fast as fighter jets.” MUST READ: Bugatti Announces New Official Customization Program, Unveils First Creation Test driving a Bugatti like the Chiron is an intensive process, and for a car with the price and the performance of a Bugatti, that’s no surprise. First, quality controllers make sure that the car is complete with every bespoke specification the customer laid out, and also ensure that all the electric components function. Only after that is certified does the five-hour test drive process begin, which is where Steve Jenny and his expertise come in. Steve has created four test drive routes: summer, winter, transition, and analysis. The 180-mile test drive that follows covers mountain roads and cobblestone paths, and throughout the process, he feels and listens to the car to make sure it holds up perfectly. High-speed testing happens on a closed runway of Colmar Airport, where the car is pushed to its incredible limits and the air braking, launch control, high-speed lane changing, and other high-speed functions are tested to ensure safety and confidence when the Bugatti customer wants to experience the full extent of what their car is capable of. Back at the Atelier, Steve uses a long checklist to approve the car for one final test drive and preparation to be brought to the customer. When asked if the job ever gets boring, Steve says no. We certainly don’t imagine it would. While few people in the world will ever get as much Bugatti experience as Steve Jenny, you can live the Bugatti dream by clicking below to shop Bugattis on the duPont REGISTRY. Bugattis For Sale

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