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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

Limited Spec Delivers a MANSORY Tesla Cybertruck to Jake Paul

By duPont REGISTRY – July 22, 2026

Jake Paul Takes Delivery of His New MANSORY Tesla Cybertruck

Over the past few years, Jake Paul has evolved from social media star into one of boxing's biggest entertainers, and his success has reflected the lifestyle he's built along the way. Outside of the ring, his collection of multi-million-dollar properties, private jets, luxury watches, and exclusive supercars has become almost as well known as his career itself. With a growing collection that ranges from factory Ferraris to MANSORY's one-off Purosangue, the Venuum, his taste leans toward rare and unique, favoring cars that stand apart from the crowd. Already a fan of MANSORY, Jake Paul recently took delivery of the MANSORY Elongation, a one-off creation based on the Tesla Cybertruck. Courtesy of Limited Spec, MANSORY's official U.S. dealer based in Miami, Florida, Paul traveled to South Florida to take delivery of the truck alongside the team that made it happen. The exterior of the Cybertruck is completely transformed with a full-forged carbon widebody kit, giving it a more aggressive look with extra upgrades like 26-inch “FD.15” wheels, roof-mounted LEDs, and a dual-split rear wing. Inside, MANSORY has put its signature touch on the interior, opting out of Tesla’s all-white for a dual-tone blue-and-white interior, layered with rich leather and Alcantara. Jake even spent time going through all the ins and outs of his new MANSORY with Limited Spec’s team to discover all the hidden easter eggs. Now that the one-off Cybertruck has found its way into Jake Paul's garage, it's hard not to wonder what MANSORY build he'll add to the collection next. Check out Limited Spec and all of its MANSORY inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. All Limited Spec Inventory View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mansory USA (@mansory.usa) Source: Limited Spec Instagram

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 17, 2024

Magnus Walker Drives A 930 Porsche 911 With A Former McLa...

McLaren meets Porsche in this wild restomod project. When you ask a car enthusiast to picture a sports car, the unmistakable silhouette of the Porsche 911 would appear in the imagination of many, and for purists, it would more specifically be the image of one of the most iconic generations of the 911: the 80s air-cooled 930. This iconic time in the 911’s 60-year history is one of the most important generations when it comes to cementing the Porsche 911’s legacy as one of the world’s favorite sports cars, and this specific example features not only an incredible restomod of the 930 911, but a modernized and elevated celebration of its history. Driven by famed British car collector Magnus Walker for his YouTube channel, one of the first notable things about this 911 is its art-car design, which uses white paintwork as a blank canvas for a stunningly creative and colorful livery. The next noticeable aspect of the car is the engine note, which isn’t the typical flat-six 911 note, because it’s not a flat-six that’s under the hood, rather a V6 is in its place. That specific V6 was the result of an 80s collaboration between McLaren and Porsche, in which McLaren’s F1 team and the famous British Lanzante looked to Porsche for an engine, and Porsche provided an engine that was tested, rather than in an F1 car, in a 930 911. To celebrate the legacy, Lanzante, with the help of the prestigious and prolific O'Gara Coach built 11 cars with these former F1 racing engines in 930 911s. The specific car that Walker drives in the video uses the engine from the F1 car that Stefan Johnson drove in the 1987 Austrian GP, and Stefan Johnson sat with him in the passenger seat for the ride. Johnson is also responsible for the wild art car livery. With incredible performance, retro charm, a true driver’s car philosophy, and one of the most legendary histories that a sports car can have, this drive is incredible to watch. Discover more about this incredibly special Porsche 911 by watching below. View All Vehicles For Sale From O'Gara Coach

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By Edward Jones – June 09, 2022

C.J. Stroud Signs NIL Deal With Sarchione Auto Gallery, W...

A great deal for the Ohio QB after an incredible season. A lot of college players are signing NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals and C.J. Stroud's is one of the best. Recently, Stroud signed a NIL deal with Sarchione Auto Gallery that will have him driving around in luxury vehicles, starting with a Bentley Bentayga. All he has to do to reciprocate his part of the deal is to promote the dealership on social media and even make a few appearances at the dealership. A Bentley Bentayga for sale at Sarchione Auto Gallery. “When you talk to people, whether it’s in the community or at the game, our brand awareness is what we're building,” said Ryan Burton, the general manager of Sarchione Auto Gallery, told The Columbus Dispatch. “So when you have the best-of-the-best promoting your brand, it only does good things.” What's more, Stroud will be able to swap out his luxury vehicles after around 45 days for another one. With a substantial inventory, it will definitely be tough for Stroud to pick out which car to drive. Still, that's not a bad problem to have. If you want to see Sarchione Auto Gallery's inventory for yourself, be sure to click the button below. View Inventory Source: The Columbus Dispatch

By Edward Jones – February 28, 2022

"Million Dollar Wheels" Takes You Behind the Scenes of a ...

A glimpse into the life of a dealership that sells to the most popular celebs in Beverly Hills. Wires Only is a Beverly-Hills-based dealership that's run by RD Whittington, a man who has become the go-to person when it comes to connecting celebrities with their dream cars. Celebs that he has helped out include Floyd Mayweather, Jamie Foxx, Leonardo Dicaprio, Drake, Jeff Bezos, and so many others. All of them know that if there is a car they want, RD can get it for them. Also Read - Spider-Man Tom Holland Swings Into a Rolls-Royce Cullinan Following RD along in his pursuit as an exotic car matchmaker for celebs is the new Discovery+ show, "Million Dollar Wheels." It looks to be an exciting show that will feature some of the world's most famous celebrities and also show off how some of the rarest cars are acquired. Additionally, you can check out Wires Only's inventory by clicking the button below. The inventory is always being supplemented by insane cars like Bugatti Veyrons, customized luxury cars and so much more. Odds are each of his cars will end up in the hands of a celebrity you follow. View Wires Only Inventory

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 02, 2021

$2 Million Transformer Movie Car Collection For Sale At C...

Presented by CURATED - Curated is excited to present four iconic automobiles from the Hollywood action franchise, The Transformers. Direct from the private collection of Michael Bay, offered for the first time publicly, the impressive collection includes the original 2010 Chevrolet Camaro “Bumblebee,” 2016 Ford Mustang “Barricade,” 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the 2014 Lamborghini Aventador all used in the filming of the Transformers blockbuster movies. Michael Bay is one of the most commercially successful directors in history, his films have grossed over $7.8 billion worldwide. Bay is most known for high concept action films, notably including Armageddon, Pearl Harbor and the Transformers film series. Many of his notable films have featured major A-List celebrities and iconic automobiles. Through film, Bay has created some of the most famous Hollywood automobiles. Both of Michael Bay’s personal Porsche 964 Turbo and Ferrari 550 Maranello were used during the filming of Bad Boys and Bad Boys 2. Albert Manduca Leading this incredible collection is the hero car for Transformers 3 “Dark Side of the Moon,” the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro known famously as “Bumblebee.” This unique car produced by General Motors “skunk works” and based on the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS and featuring unique mirrors, front fascia, splitter, side rockers, hood, spoiler, wheels and much more for filming. Featured by Hasbro in numerous scale models and on display at the 2010 New York International Auto Show, the Bumblebee Camaro is one of the most iconic movie cars of our time. Albert Manduca Originally on-loan from the Mercedes-Benz Press department, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was featured in Transformers 3 “Dark Side of the Moon,” in addition to being used as a Mercedes-Benz Press and show car. It is believed that this unique SLS AMG, has a bespoke interior and was the first of its kind delivered to the US market. The Transformers SLS AMG was notably driven in scenes by Victoria Secret model, Rosie Huntington. Albert Manduca Featured heavily in the filming of Transformers “The Last Knight,” was the “Barricade” Ford Mustang GT Police car based on the Six Generation S550 platform. This heavily customized Mustang has working lights, massive aero and ram bars and is finished in Deep Impact Blue over Ebony interior. Albert Manduca The final Supercar of the Transformers collection was built special for Michael Bay by Automobilli Lamborghini. The 2014 Lamborghini Aventador was produced with the last 4 VIN digits of “1963,” the founding year of the Italian Supercar maker, was finished in a unique livery of Grigio Titans built for the Transformers 4 movie “Age of Extinction.” A USA specification Aventador with less than 2,000 miles and plastic still in the door jams! Earlier this year Curated, a Miami based Vintage Supercar dealership, created a strategic partnership with Alex Aievoli. Aievoli, a former entertainment news anchor who spent years providing American muscle cars to Hollywoods elite, introduced Curated to his long-time friend Michael Bay. For the past 8 months Curated and Aievoli worked with Bay to bring his personal collection to the public for the first time. All of the offered vehicles will come complete with original Transformers movie footage and documentation. The collection will be offered as a package at $2,000,000. View All CURATED Inventory on duPont REGISTRY Media Source: Albert Manduca

By Edward Jones – June 25, 2021

Original Miami Vice Ferrari Testarossa On Display At Curated

A chance to see a legendary Ferrari. Curated has recently sold one of the most iconic Ferraris ever created, the 1986 Ferrari Testarossa from the TV series 'Miami Vice.' This Ferrari was one of two Metallic Black "Flying Mirror" Testarossas that were delivered to Universal Television by Ferrari. The iconic white paint was applied to the cars in order to make them more visible at night. The original title that accompanies the iconic Ferrari was in the Universal Television name, with Ferrari North America as the Lienholder. In April 1990, the car was purchased by Mr. Preston Henn after the 'Miami Vice' series completed. You may know the late Preston Henn from the legendary Swap Shop that he owned. It was here that he displayed his massive car collection. Curated has sold the Miami Vice Ferrari Testarossa to a new owner who will be receiving the exceptionally original car with just under 7,000 miles on its odometer and the original Goodyear Eagle tires still equipped. if you'd like to view this legend for yourself, it will be on display at Curated's Miami showroom for the next two weeks. The address for the showroom is 2100 NE 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33137. View Curated's Inventory Source: Curated, Photos by Albert Manduca

By Edward Jones – December 09, 2020

Kris Jenner Has Been Delivered the First 2021 Rolls-Royce...

O'Gara Coach has just announced that they have delivered the very first 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost in North America to none other than Kris Jenner. This new Ghost joins the other bespoke Rolls-Royce vehicles Kris has already commissioned. The spec she ordered is absolutely stunning and will surely catch some eyes when on the road. Landing on the west coast, this 2021 Ghost was delivered the day before Thanksgiving. The delivery took place at the O'Gara Motorsport facility located inside the Thermal Club Private Track in Palm Springs. As you can see from the pictures, the new Ghost has a long list of visual updates that give it a fresh and stylish new look. But it's not just looks that make the new Ghost so exciting to customers. Rolls-Royce has added a litany of new features that make the Ghost most attractive and accessible than ever before. For example, there is the new illuminated fascia as well as the power opening/closing doors and a true focus on a silent ride. The new 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost is truly a remarkable vehicle that defines what an ultra-luxury automobile is. View Rolls-Royce Beverly Hills Inventory Source: O'Gara Coach, Images by Grubbs Photography

By Andrew Nabors – July 19, 2018

Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet Opens In Columbus, Ohio

Actor and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg is known for his comedy and the tasty Wahlburgers restaurant chain, but his latest venture is one you might not expect. He met Jay Feldman, a Chevrolet dealer while they worked together on the 4th Transformers film. Most of the action was shot in Detroit, with a certain yellow Camaro playing the part of Bumblebee. Together they opened a Whalburgers in Cleveland and Feldman gave him the rundown on how to make a dealership profitable. Feldman has 5 Chevy stores, along with Hyundai, Kia and a pre-owned lot.When the opportunity arose to purchase the largest Chevy store in Columbus, they went in together to expand the business. Automotive News reports that the 15.5-acre facility has a 2-story showroom and 50 service bays. All 100 employees kept their jobs and the new owners are looking to expand sales and service departments.Mark said: "I am continuously looking for ways to innovate my brand and engage in businesses I am passionate about. I love cars, and the chance to work with an experienced, proven dealer-operator like Jay and represent an iconic brand like Chevrolet inspired me to get involved." Feldman will be the dealer principal, but Wahlberg is planning to be an active part of the operations. It is Feldman's 9th store, so we think this will be a nice investment for both of them. If you have been considering a new Chevy click the link below to find one near you, and stay with us for all your dealer news.See The USA In A Chevrolet

By Edward Jones – March 08, 2017

2 Chainz Buys Insane Off-Road Vehicle at Excell Auto Group

Rapper 2 Chainz has been hitting the news today thanks to his new single "It's a Vibe." But, I'm not here to write about a new single. I'm actually here to talk about his visit to our friends at Excell Auto Group.During his visit, 2 Chainz check out US Specialty Vehicles' monstrous Rhino GX. This rough and rugged vehicle is built on a Ford F-450 Super Duty 4x4 drive chassis with a body structure made from dual 18-gauge cold steel. When designing this vehicle, USSV ensured that it could perform superiorly off-road, as well drive on the road in a smooth fashion. 2 Chainz seemed to be impressed with the Rhino GX, because he ended up buying one for himself drove off with it.https://www.instagram.com/p/BRUTKIlDHNZ/Aside from purchasing the Rhino GX, 2 Chainz also spent some time behind the scenes at Excell Auto Group. From revving a Ferrari's engine, to shooting hoops in the garage, he was more than welcome.Looking for a USSV Rhino GX of your own? Be sure to check out Excell Auto Group's inventory.View Inventoryhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BRUISdVjMwt/

By Edward Jones – April 08, 2016

Classic Batmobile For Sale At Fort Lauderdale Collection

At duPont REGISTRY, we've been known to have some unique cars for sale over our 31 years of existence, and this vehicle is definitely one of them.Over at Fort Lauderdale Collection in Pompano Beach, FL is the perfect car for vigilantes and those who like to wear capes: a replica of the Batmobile used in the 1966 TV series. Being a Batmobile, the first thing you'd want to know is if it has gadgets. Well, I can safely say it comes with a flame-throwing Rocket Exhaust, Bat-Ray Projector, Remote Bat Computer Switch, Bat-Phone, Emergency Bat-Turn Lever and a Detect-A-Scope. Of course, the biggest gadget would have to be the 383ci Blueprint GM crate motor that's capable of 462 hp and 471 lb-ft of torque.Built by Fiberglass Freaks, this Batmobile was one of a series of cars that were actually licensed by DC comics. It was built around a 1978 Lincoln Town Car and was completed recently in November of 2014.For more information on the car, be sure to click the button below.View Listing

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