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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 – September 08, 2022

A Matte Black Sherp UTV Makes Its Way To Miami

Ready to take on any terrain in its path, the Sherp UTV is the ultimate off-road toy for any automotive collector. The automotive market is filled with 4x4 vehicles engineered to tackle specific duties, whether heading off-road for a weekend excursion or tackling treacherous terrain in a remote location. Focusing its brand around functionality and reliability under all conditions, the adventurous team at Sherp features a lineup of amphibious utility vehicles for those who overcome natural difficulties as part of their profession. Now taking on the streets of South Florida, the team at Prestige Imports of Miami is proud to feature a Sherp UTV as part of its extensive inventory of exclusive supercars and hypercars. MUST-READ: Kanye West Gifts 2Chainz a Sherp “Yeezy Mobile” In a video uploaded to Prestige Imports’ Instagram page, the dealership welcomes the matte black Sherp with a full walk around video highlighting the incredible structure of the 4x4 beast. With configurations that comfortably seats 2 to 20 people, this build features a desirable 6-passenger interior layout for more fun with friends. The all-terrain machine includes front and rear entrance doors, exterior lighting, and a roof rack for extra storage. Powering the Sherp is a Doosan Infracore diesel engine that provides high torque and fuel efficiency. The most noticeable characteristic of the Sherp is its massive wheel and tire set up, which uses a custom tubeless ultra-low pressure design. The four tires are interconnected by a special "eco-circuit" and pumped up by the exhaust gases, making it easier for the UTV to overcome anything in its path. View all the inventory at Prestige Imports by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more luxury lifestyle releases and dealer news. VIEW PRESTIGE IMPORTS INVENTORY View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prestige Imports (@prestigeimports) Source: Prestige Imports IG

By Edward Jones – August 30, 2022

Sherwood Motorcars Opens Expansive New 24k Sq. Ft. Showroom

Presented by Sherwood Motorcars. After much anticipation, Sherwood Motorcars is thrilled to open their new location at #155 - 3001 Buckingham Drive in Sherwood Park, Alberta. This spacious showroom is over 24,000 square feet and features over 50 vehicles on display. The contemporary space is designed to pair with the unique craftsmanship of the vehicles we carry, offering an ambiance and experience like no other dealer in Canada. By combining art and passion, the Sherwood Motorcars showroom hosts custom graffiti, raw steel accents, and unique handcrafted workstations to exhibit a vibrant, yet raw, industrial feel. In addition to the showroom, the facility hosts a wrap and tint studio, a 360 turntable display and photography area, plus a vehicle customization department by Sherwood Customs. We invite our guests to relax and enjoy their visit, either by stopping for a coffee at Malina Bakery - our in-house coffee shop and bakery, or lounging at our indoor elevated patio. Sherwood Motorcars is currently expanding their service and detail space which will be located adjacent to the main building. This space will host numerous bays, offering specialized service and detail packages for premium luxury vehicles. This new location brings high-end vehicle purchasing and servicing accessibility to Northern Alberta, creating a game-changing alternative that was only formally available in Calgary, Vancouver, and Eastern Canada. Sherwood Motorcars' expansive new showroom also allows for more inventory to be carried and offered, therefore allowing for more options for our global customer base. View Inventory

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 09, 2022

Three Ultra-Rare Ferrari LaFerrari Specs For Sale At Ferr...

With only 499-units ever produced, Ferrari Quebec holds 0.6% of the LaFerrari market in its inventory. There are moments in history when an icon becomes a timeless figure for future generations to learn and love, and for Ferrari, one of its most influential examples is the electrified LaFerrari hypercar. Being the first-ever Ferrari to feature an electrically-assisted powertrain, the LaFerrari quickly gained traction within the industry and among its competitors. The result was a three-way battle between the Ferrari LaFerrari, McLaren P1, and Porsche 918 Spyder, commonly regarded as the ‘Holy Trinity in the car community. As the Ferrari LaFerrari standouts as a fan favorite for most, the exclusive series production began in June 2013 with the expectation of delivering 499 units in total. MUST-READ: Discover The Ferrari LaFerrari 3-Car Prototype Collection For Mecum’s Monterey 2022 Auction Event Of the 499 examples, Ferrari released 210 special Aperta variation that exposes the interior with a removable Targa top. Those looking for the rarest of the rare will need to search for the LaFerrari Aperta 70th Anniversary, to which Ferrari set aside 10 of the 210 Aperta models to celebrate its anniversary with a special auction. Introducing the Ferrari brand as a hypercar developer, the LaFerrari generates a combined 950 horsepower using its 6.3-Liter V12 engine assisted by a KERS electric unit. The passionate professionals at Ferrari Quebec are proud to showcase not one, but three astonishing Ferrari LaFerrari examples as part of its incredible inventory of supercars and hypercars. With 0.6-percent of the LaFerrari market in one showroom, the three examples sport unique configurations that differentiate themselves from each other. View the duPont REGISTRY listing for each Ferrari LaFerrari example for sale at Ferrari Quebec by clicking on the links below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle and dealer news. 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta 70th Anniversary Ferrari Quebec Mileage: 1,078 MilesExterior Color: Rosso CorsaInterior Color: NeroPrice: $6,226,900 VIEW LISTING 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari Ferrari Quebec Mileage: 714 MilesExterior Color: Nero DaytonaInterior Color: NeroPrice: $4,500,000 VIEW LISTING 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari Ferrari Quebec Mileage: 1,409 MilesExterior Color: Rosso CorsaInterior Color: Pelle RossoPrice: $4,299,900 VIEW LISTING

By Edward Jones – July 29, 2022

Rusnak/Westlake Porsche Reveals New Hero 911 Version 2.0

A car to honor first responders who put themselves in harm's way to help and protect others. In 2020, Rusnak/Westlake Porsche revealed the Hero 911 Project. This very special Porsche 911 was created to honor Sergeant Ron Helus whose life was taken when responding to the Thousand Oaks shooting at the Borderline Bar and Grill. Rusnak/Westlake Porsche also hosted the 2020 Sgt. Ron Helus Memorial Car Rally which was held to raise awareness of the fundraising efforts for the Helus Training Facility. In 2022, Rusnak/Westlake Porsche unveiled Hero 911 Version 2.0. This Porsche was designed to honor all first responders including the dealership's local first responders at Ventura County Sheriff’s Dept., Ventura County Fire, AMR/Gold Coast, and EMS. If you'd like to see this wonderful Porsche for yourself, it will be on display at local events and businesses. View Rusnak/Westlake Porsche Inventory

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By Edward Jones – July 06, 2022

Highline Highlights at Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale

This week on duPont REGISTRY’s Highline Highlight, we are featuring Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale. This prestigious dealership serves Pompano Beach, Bova Raton, Parkland and Coral Spring, Florida. They are regarded as one of the largest Factory Authorized Dealers of Ferrari vehicles, parts, and accessories in the United States. You can get just a taste of what they have in the list below. View Entire Inventory 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series View Price and Listing 2018 Ferrari 812 Superfast View Price and Listing 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista View Price and Listing 2022 Ferrari SF90 Stradale View Price and Listing 2021 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante View Price and Listing 2021 Ferrari F8 Tributo View Price and Listing 2022 Ferrari Roma View Price and Listing 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 View Price and Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 30, 2022

Prestige Imports Launches The Core Collection For Its 45t...

In honor of Prestige Imports’ 45th anniversary, the dealership created "The Core Collection". The luxury lifestyle that comes with the ownership of high-end supercars and luxury marine crafts acts as an extension of one’s personal style, showcasing premium fits that complement the toys in the garage. It’s a lifestyle that the supercar and marine specialists at Prestige Imports know all too well, supplying collectors all around the country with an extensive inventory of sought-after models and examples. Prestige Imports is proud to announce the debut of its fashion Core Collection, featuring high-quality apparel and accessories sporting the Miami dealership’s iconic logo. The new release commemorates the 45th Anniversary of Prestige Imports, incorporating versatile monochromatic essentials for both men and women. MUST-READ: Prestige Imports Becomes Official Czinger Vehicles Franchise Whether you're cruising South Beach in a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ or on the open water in a Tecnomar Lamborghini 63 super boat, the Core Collection offers a perfect piece to match the occasion. The apparel lineup includes jackets, windbreakers, hoodies, and t-shirts. The collection also presents stylish eyewear and headwear to pull together the whole look. Each item comes with a rubber hang tag that doubles as the perfect keychain for your own vehicle. Along with the Core Collection, Prestige Imports’ online store is also home to an array of other products for the entire family. Shop the fashion collectibles and vehicle accessories from Prestige Imports by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury gear releases and supercar news. SHOP NOW Source: Prestige Imports

By Edward Jones – June 29, 2022

Motorenn Announces Grand Opening of New Service Center in...

Presented by Motorenn. The grand opening of the new Motorenn Service Center has been announced as the Los Angeles-based startup aims to expand. Motorenn is a digital-first used luxury automotive dealership that allows their customers to buy and sell with ease. Now, with the addition of the service center, Motorenn can better serve their customers. The new Service Center is located down the street from the Motorenn facility near LAX airport. With factory-trained and certified technicians with years of experience, they offer an extensive array of services and repairs from brake services, engine repairs, and vehicle inspections, to ceramic coating, window tinting, and paint protection film installation (and more). At this new service center, Motorenn will service most premium and luxury makes, including BMW, Bentley, Ferrari, Land Rover, Maserati, McLarens, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, and more, at competitive prices. And, like the rest of Motorenn's services, the technicians are honest and transparent with the end goal of having the customer leave happy and taken care of. Take advantage of their limited-time offer and get 10% off for any services booked by the end of August (this does not apply to parts and cannot be combined with other promotions). Appointments can be booked here, or you can call and mention DuPont Registry at 424-363-7410. Book Your Service

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By Edward Jones – June 28, 2022

Highline Highlights at Marshall Goldman

This week on duPont REGISTRY’s Highline Highlight, we are featuring Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills, headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. Down below is just a taste of what they have to offer in their expansive inventory. To see it all, click the "View Entire Inventory". View Entire Inventory 2020 McLaren Speedtail View Price and Listing 2022 McLaren 765LT Spider View Price and Listing 2005 Ford GT View Price and Listing 2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante View Price and Listing 2016 Rolls-Royce Dawn View Price and Listing 2020 Aston Martin Vantage View Price and Listing 2012 Lamborghini Aventador View Price and Listing 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS View Price and Listing 2020 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ View Price and Listing 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster View Price and Listing

By Edward Jones – May 04, 2022

Prestige Imports Becomes Official Czinger Vehicles Franchise

South Florida welcomes Czinger Miami. Prestige Imports has just announced that they are now an official franchise of Czinger Vehicles. To facilitate this new franchise, Czinger Miami has been created, giving residents of Florida access to Czinger's incredible 21C hypercar. “Prestige is one of the most revered dealers in the nation and the relationships they hold with their clients are strong and longstanding,” said Czinger Founder and CEO Kevin Czinger. “They also have an innate understanding of the Czinger brand, the technology we’ve developed and where we sit amongst the other brands in their portfolio. They also know that the 21C is just the beginning of the great legacy we will establish in the years to come.” The Czinger 21C is a revolutionary new vehicle that's born from pure data, engineering and 3D printing. To put it simply, the 21C is a purpose-built hypercar can deliver in terms of speed and performance. Powering the 21C is a hybrid twin-turbocharged V8 engine that supplies 1,250 horsepower. However, Czinger can up that number to 1,350 with an optional performance package. If selected, this package allows the 21C to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds. If you'd like to learn more, be sure to visit Prestige Imports during the Miami GP if you're in town. View Prestige Imports' Inventory

By Edward Jones – April 27, 2022

Ferrari 296 GTS Makes U.S. Debut in New York

The Ferrari 296 GTS has arrived in the United States. A new Italian has landed in North America as Ferrari of Central New Jersey invited clients out to view the very first Ferrari 296 GTS in the United States. The U.S. debut of the new 296 GTS occurred at Ferrari of New York, the corporate showroom and design center of Ferrari North America. The clients of Ferrari of Central New Jersey, part of the Murgado Automotive Group, we're able to see just how wonderful the 296 GTS looks in person as opposed to static images. " width="680"> This new model features the same 819-horsepower hybrid powertrain as the 296 GTB, but it allows the driver and passenger to experience the power with an open top above their heads. While some may have concerns over the rigidity of spiders when compared to their coupe counterparts, there is no need to fret with the 296 GTS. In fact, Ferrari's engineers made so many adjustments to the 296 GTS that it is just as rigid as the 296 GTB. Ferrari notes that the 296 GTS improves torsional rigidity by 50%, and bending stiffness by 8% compared to other previous spiders out or Maranello. View Ferrari of Central New Jersey's Inventory Images by Zac Favreau via Ferrari of Central New Jersey

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