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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 – January 09, 2026

This Bugatti Bolide Owner Took Personalization All the Way to 40,000 Feet

A match made in heaven. Once upon a time, configuring a new car meant choosing a paint color, ticking a few option boxes, and calling it a day. Today, especially in the supercar and hypercar world, personalization has evolved into something far more expressive, with owners commissioning one-off rolling artworks shaped by personal taste, racing history, and even other toys parked in the same garage. From specs that mirror vintage competition cars to builds matched to something as specific as the color of a favorite pair of shoes, modern automotive design has become a deeply individual experience. One very special client of O’Gara Coach and Bugatti Beverly Hills took that thought and ran with it as the dealership recently showcased his brand-new Bugatti Bolide alongside his now-matching Gulfstream G550 private jet. One Bugatti collector took that idea to its logical extreme. Recently featured by O’Gara Coach and Bugatti Beverly Hills, his newly delivered Bugatti Bolide was shown parked alongside his matching Gulfstream G550 as a reminder of how far personalization can extend beyond the car itself. Starting with the track-only hypercar, the Bugatti Bolide shines as a return to the French marque’s racing roots, offering 40 of its best clients the opportunity to spec and own a piece of automotive history. The 1,600-horsepower Bolide hails from Molsheim, sporting a paint scheme inspired by the traditional colors of the brand, layered in Bugatti Blue and French Racing Blue just like its airworthy counterpart. The Gulfstream G550 has long been a favorite among owners and frequent flyers who value range, comfort, and quiet capability. With the ability to fly nonstop across continents and a cabin built for long hours in the air, it’s all more about getting anywhere in the world without a worry. And with what seems to be the perfect pair, you have to wonder what else lies in this owner’s collection. All O'Gara Coach Inventory View this post on Instagram A post shared by O'Gara (@ogaracoach)

A Bugatti Mistral in striking French Racing Blue sits poised inside a wooden shipping crate, with its sleek front facing outward.

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 09, 2025

Miller Motorcars x Bugatti Greenwich Delivers A 1,600HP F...

The new Bugatti Mistral has landed! As Bugatti wraps up production of the Chiron and we say goodbye to another groundbreaking era of hypercar evolution, the Molsheim factory revs back with the addition of the new Mistral. The Mistral is Bugatti's fastest open-top production car to date and a farewell to the iconic W16 engine. Limited to just 99 units, customers are now patiently awaiting the production and delivery of their coveted multi-million dollar hypercars. The team at Miller Motorcars and Bugatti Greenwich are pleased to announce the delivery of a very special Bugatti Mistral to a client of the dealer, showcased on its Instagram with an incredible photoshoot by Dan Wagner Photos (@carsthatlookneat). Making its long journey from Molsheim to an undisclosed location for its anticipated unboxing, the wooden crate housing Bugatti's next-generation hypercar was carefully deconstructed to reveal the jaw-dropping spec. The Mistral comes finished in an eye-catching French Racing Blue paint scheme that pays homage to Bugatti's historic color, optioned with exposed carbon fiber accents that highlight its lightweight bodywork. Gloss black wheels come spec'd with matching blue carbon ceramic brake calipers. The Mistral's open-top configuration exposes its subtly stunning cabin with an interior design that combines both black and French Racing Blue leather. In addition to bright blue contrast stitching and 'Mistral' embroidery on each headrest, the two-piece sports seats include a black and blue checkered stripe running down the center. While every inch of its interior screams luxury, the most notable feature of this Mistral build has to be its unique shifter in blue crystal glass with the iconic Rembrandt Bugatti elephant. Under the hood, the Bugatti Mistral packs the legendary 8.0L quad-turbo W16 engine, pushing out an incredible 1,600 horsepower, the same setup found in the Chiron Super Sport 300+. That kind of power means it's built to move unlike any other roadster on the planet, with a projected top speed of over 260 mph. Now that the Bugatti Mistral is in full production, we can't wait to see what some of the upcoming configurations look like. View all Miller Motorcars inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Miller Motorcars Inventory Source: @millermotorcars/@carsthatlookneat

Tucked securely within the wooden crate, a sleek black Bolide Hypercar from Bugatti peeks out, hinting at its breathtaking design and power.

By Jordan Aquistapace – December 09, 2024

Miller Motorcars Welcomes Its First Track-Only Bugatti Bo...

Special delivery for a lucky Bugatti owner. Inspired by its racing heritage and involvement in iconic races like the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Bugatti first debuted the Bolide in 2023 as an ultra-exclusive, track-only hypercar for its top clientele. And while we've been kept up-to-date with on-track testing and production status, the $4 million Bugatti Bolide is once again making waves in automotive news as some of the first chassis are now being delivered to owners across the globe. The hypercar professionals at Miller Motorcars and Bugatti of Greenwich are proud to announce the arrival of its first Bugatti Bolide, captioning its recent Instagram post with, "If Darth Vader drove a race car, then this would be it!" Unboxed from a crate in an undisclosed warehouse, the 1-of-40 Bolide was freshly offloaded from a 747 airplane after departing from Bugatti's factory in Molsheim, France. While we've been accustomed to seeing contrasting configurations from the launch, with French Racing Blue highlights and motorsport-inspired decals, this example showcases a menacing black-over-black colorway. The Bolide celebrates the end of an era by featuring the Chiron Super Sport's legendary W16 engine, as well as other inspirational characteristics like the Chiron Pur Sport gearbox. With its 8.0L quad-turbocharged engine, the Bolide churns out a staggering 1,825 horsepower and weighs just 2,734 pounds, achieving an insane power-to-weight ratio. It sprints from 0-60 mph in just 2.17 seconds and hits a top speed of well over 300 mph. Now in the possession of its lucky new owner, we hope to see this Bugatti Bolide screaming down the straightaway of a race circuit soon. View all Miller Motorcars inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Miller Motorcars Inventory Source: Miller Motorcars Instagram

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 21, 2024

Watch O'Gara Coach x Bugatti Beverly Hills Unbox A Brand ...

Delivery day is the best day for car collectors and enthusiasts. It brings pure excitement to owners as they finally get to see and drive their long-awaited new ride. It's a moment of joy and pride, adding a new gem to their collection and making all the anticipation worthwhile. Whether we're talking about a multi-million dollar Bugatti hypercar or an everyday driver, there's no denying the feeling of welcoming a new car to the family. The team of hypercar professionals at O'Gara Coach x Bugatti Beverly Hills is about to make that dream a reality for one lucky owner after a one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron Super Sport just landed at the dealership for the ultimate unboxing. The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport (#109) is at the top of the Chiron lineup. It is known for its incredible speed capabilities and luxurious bespoke design, with noticeable differences like enhanced aerodynamics and a more powerful engine. Arriving on the Gold Coast in a secured wood crate straight from the Molsheim production facility, this Chiron Super Sport features a stunning two-tone Glacier, and Rouge Etoile finish that highlights Bugatti's ultra-lightweight, aero-focused design. Gloss black sport wheels add an extra layer of contrast while also acting as the traction-grabbing source for Bugatti's most powerful Chiron model. Inside the Chiron Super Sport's driver-focused cabin, Bugatti styles the interior in a matching dual-tone configuration that combines Italian Red and Blanc leather. Exposed gloss and matte carbon trim give insight into Bugatti's performance-oriented DNA, deriving its focus on lightweight technology directly from the race track. As the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport makes its highly-anticipated introduction with its new owner, we hope to see it cruising the Gold Coast soon to come. View all O'Gara Coach x Bugatti Beverly Hills inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All O'Gara Coach Inventory View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bugatti Beverly Hills (@bugattibeverlyhills) Source: O'Gara Coach x Bugatti Beverly Hills IG

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 04, 2024

Miller Motorcars' Even Cygler Wins Bugatti Sales Excellen...

Bugatti Greenwich brings home the victory! Delivering a record-setting amount of multi-million dollar hypercars while engineering future models, 2023 proved to be a big win for Bugatti. Celebrating monumental sales and service success last year, Bugatti is proud to recognize the talents of its dealer network by rewarding its 2023 top-performing partners. The accolade sheds light on the superior customer service provided to its customers while also acknowledging the exceptionally high standards set by the Bugatti brand. One familiar name on the list of honorees is Miller Motorcars x Bugatti Greenwich Brand Manager Even Cygler, who clinched the Bugatti Sales Excellence Programme's global win for the third consecutive year. Cygler's remarkable achievements showcase his passion for the brand, demonstrating his commitment to crafting unique customer experiences and facilitating the realization of their Bugatti-driven dreams. Additionally, Bugatti Zurich received accolades as the 'Bugatti Global Service Partner of the Year' for the second consecutive year. Reflecting Bugatti's standards, Zurich presented excellence in aftersales care, improving the ownership experience with outstanding commitment and attention to detail. As Bugatti continues to refine its customer service network, the brand remains loyal in its dedication to excellence, ensuring it remains at the pinnacle of automotive luxury. View all Miller Motorcars x Bugatti Greenwich inventory by clicking the link below. View All Miller Motorcars Inventory Source: Bugatti

By Edward Jones – March 15, 2022

See the World's First Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Delivery

Made possible by Miller Motorcars | Bugatti Greenwich. Back in June 2021, the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport was unveiled as an impossibly quick hypercar that could reach a top speed of 273 mph. Now, after under a year of waiting, the world's very first example has been delivered. This delivery was completed by Miller Motorcars | Bugatti Greenwich who created a fantastic video of the occasion (see above). The specific Chiron Super Sport that was unveiled features a magnificent exposed carbon fiber body that is contrasted by Light French Blue accents. Inside is a Light French Blue Leather carbon with matte carbon fiber and Black Leather accents. Altogether, it's an outstanding spec of the Chiron Super Sport which we've only see a few variations of thus far. Click play up above to see the beautiful hypercar delivery for yourself. View Miller Motorcars' Inventory

By Gabriel Vega – March 10, 2022

Bugatti Veyron Q&A With the President of Marshall Goldman...

We spoke with Jason Kosova, President of Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills, about the provenance of this very rare Bugatti Veyron that's up for sale. When the Bugatti Veyron arrived in 2005, it marked a significant turning point in the hypercar market and the entire auto industry. Engineered as a way for the Volkswagen Group to flex its technological muscles, the Veyron pushed far beyond the performance capabilities of its closest competitors from Porsche, Ferrari, or Mercedes-Benz. Thanks to its quad-turbo 16 cylinder engine, the Veyron's 1001 horsepower output allowed it to become not only one of the most expensive new cars available but also the fastest, with a top speed of just over 253 mph. While its top speed quickly caught the attention of enthusiasts around the globe, the real secret behind the Veyron's success was its meticulous attention to detail. In many ways, it was developed like a modern airliner, overengineered to an extreme degree, where its performance was not only guaranteed but endlessly repeatable. From its specialized wheels and tires to its ten radiators, hydraulically controlled wing, and brakes that can withstand 3272 degrees, the Veyron took no shortcuts. Achieving these stats in a stripped-out two-seater with lightweight racing and minimal insulation would've been impressive. However, the Veyron accomplished these figures weighing over 4,100 lb, making it over 1,100 lb heavier than the Enzo. This meant that not only did it offer tremendous performance, it also did so while doubling as a proper luxury car. In many ways, the Veyron was revolutionary through its outright speed, versatility, and true dual personality. The Veyron shown in these images is a later 2008 model, currently available for sale at Marshall Goldman in Beverly Hills, California. With just 2,436 miles on the clock, this black over black example is chassis number 118 and a suspected one of only three ever produced in its color scheme. Priced at $1,648,900, this collector-quality car is one of few true future classics. View Listing

By Edward Jones – October 04, 2021

Double Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Unboxing

Double the Bugatti is always better. Bugatti recently announced that the first eight examples of the Chiron Super Sport 300+ were ready for delivery and we already have more news regarding the hypercar. Miller Motorcars recently put on an epic double Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ unboxing, and they filmed and photographed the entire happening. The unboxing took place at a secret location where the dealership revealed the hypercar in a stunning fashion. Fireworks, fireballs, and lighting were used to showcase the unboxing. It was truly an epic event for two Bugatti models that deserve nothing less. You can check it out for yourself by clicking play up above. The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ is a limited edition hypercar that was created to celebrate the automaker's 304 mph world-record run. That sprint would be the first time a production car would break the 300 mph mark. This special edition Chiron Super Sport is limited to just 30 examples and has features that are exclusive to the variant. These touches include the black and jet orange paintwork, reworked body components, lightweight magnesium wheels, Super Sport 300+ badging, new tailpipe configuration, and more. View Miller Motorcars' Inventory Source: Miller Motorcars

By Edward Jones – March 29, 2021

Behind-the-Scenes at the Bugatti Houston & Post Oak Motor...

Go behind-the-scenes of a very privateer and special Bugatti event. Bugatti Houston and Post Oak Motor Cars recently put on an exciting Bugatti Driving experience at the Carlton Woods Country Club. This private event gave prospective buyers a chance to drive both the Chiron Pur Sport and Chiron Sport for the very first time. Each guest was given an overview of the Chiron and were then taken out for a 45-minute jaunt through The Woodlands courtesy of professional drivers. Guests were also given a chance to configure their own Chiron model which is an experience on its own. In the video up above, you'll be able to go behind-the-scenes of this very private event thanks to Bugatti Houston and Post Oak Motor Cars. Be sure to click the button below to see Post Oak Motor Cars' current inventory. View Post Oak's Inventory

By Edward Jones – March 08, 2021

Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Showcased by Bugatti Newport Beach

It's easy to say that the Bugatti Chiron Sport and Chiron Pur Sport are two different cars, but in order to really understand the difference you need to get behind the wheel. That's why Bugatti Newport Beach recently hosted private test drive events that allowed them to showcase the differences between the two models, as well as the capabilities of the new Chiron Pur Sport. The Pur Sport was designed to provide a true driver's experience and that means the best handling possible. To do this, Bugatti had to make quite a few changes, like stiffening the suspension, lowering the top speed, reducing the weight and optimizing the aerodynamics. All of those changes combine to create an enthralling drive that's begging to be experienced. If you'd like to learn more about the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport, be sure to contact Bugatti Newport Beach or Bugatti directly. Experience Bugatti

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