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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 Andrew Nabors – October 09, 2019

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2019 Recap

Auctions bring out the best inventory from our clients and fans, and Barrett-Jackson is a leader in their field. Their annual appearance in Las Vegas was one for the record books, as it was the first car & automobilia auction without one reserve price. Top 12 Sales: 2017 Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition – $1,540,000 2019 Ferrari 488 Spider – $368,500 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider – $330,000 2005 Ford GT – $324,500 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition – $324,500 1953 Chevrolet Corvette 235/150 Convertible – $275,000 1953 Chevrolet Corvette 235/150 Convertible – $220,000 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Coupe – $203,500 1957 Dodge Power Wagon Custom Pickup – $203,500 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 327/360 Split-Window Fuelie – 187,000 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost – $176,000 2017 Dodge Viper ACR – $176,000 Without further ado, here is duPont REGISTRY Live at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2019. Our booth was located on the main thoroughfare between the stage and the hotel, so we delivered a stunning display of classic & exotic models. First in was Celebrity Cars Las Vegas. Browse Celebrity Cars Inventory Their Ferrari 458 was front and center, flanked by a 1995 Ford GT with only 42 miles. A 1996 Shelby Series 2 was one of 60 Supercharged examples, and only 1 of 6 painted black. Ronald McDonald House is raffling a 2019 Callaway Corvette Z06, with all proceeds going to families in need. Wide Open Baja displayed an improved version of their Baja Challenge car, bringing back memories of Ensenada 2 years ago. Vanderhall displayed new versions of the Carmel and the Venice, both with quick-spooling turbos. The most curious questions regarded the smallest cars in the booth. Near Real Classics offers 2/3rd scale replicas of early Corvettes, and Jeeps. In total, Craig Jackson & company sold 677 cars dor over $33.3 Million, and 352 pieces of Automobilia for $855,000, both record-breaking numbers for Las Vegas. In addition, the charity lots pushed the auction total to $34.8 Million dollars. Above are a few of the more significant lots we thought you might like, so stay with us for all your Barrett-Jackson updates. https://www.facebook.com/dupontregistryautos/videos/2134987130143517/ Related: duPont REGISTRY Live at Orange County 2019 Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2019 Preview

By Edward Jones – October 01, 2019

Entire Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction Set at "No Reserve"

Barrett-Jackson's upcoming Las Vegas auction is going to be one for the books. The auction company has just announced that all vehicles within the auction, and memorabilia, will be offered at "no reserve." That's over 650 vehicles and over 375 pieces of authentic automobilia. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to announce completely No Reserve collector car and automobilia dockets in Las Vegas this year,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re coming from a historic Northeast Auction, where we saw a 100-percent sell-through rate. Now we’re headed to Las Vegas with an extraordinary docket of over 650 vehicles, all to be sold to the highest bidder. This unprecedented accomplishment means every Lot we’ve consigned for Las Vegas will find a new home.” Some of the featured cars in the auction include a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition, 2017 Ford GT Heritage Edition, 2017 Dodge Viper GTC ACR, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse featured in "The Hangover" and more. To see all of the no reserve collector cars heading to Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas, click here. Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction will run October 3-5, 2019 at the Mandalaya Bay Casino and Resort. learn mor eabout this event

By Edward Jones – March 12, 2019

RM Sotheby's Amelia Island 2019 Auction Results

The 21st annual RM Sotheby's Amelia Island auction at the Ritz Carlton during the Amelia Island Concours d-Elegance finished up with over $38.1 million in sales and 84 percent of all lots were sold. Coming in as the highest seller was a rare Ferrari that become the most valuable car sold during the Amelia Island auction week. See the top 10 results down below. 10. 2017 Ferrari F12tdf - $967,500 9. 1992 Ferrari F40 - $1,017,000 8. 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder - $1,187,500 7. 1934 Packard Twelve Individual Custom Convertible Sedan - $1,325,000 6. 1926 Hispano-Suiza H6B Cabriolet Le Dandy - $1,352,500 5. 2015 McLaren P1 - $1,490,000 4. 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 'Sang Noir' - $1,650,000 3. 1930 Duesenberg Model J 'Sweep Panel' Dual-Cowl Phaeton - $1,650,000 2. 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra - $1,792,500 1. 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB - $2,205,000 Images: ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's

By Edward Jones – August 28, 2018

Mecum's Monterey 2018 Top 10 Results

Mecum Auctions' Monterey 2018 event was an absolute success, with over 600 cars crossing the block and massive amounts of money being bid on spectacular cars. The auction house recently posted their top ten sales from the event, all of which sold for over $1 million. An interesting note from these ten is that two Duesenberg Model J cars were included. I'll say it's not every day you see these cars cross the block alongside supercars like the Ferrari LaFerrari and F12tdf. You can check them out for yourself below. Mecum's next event is in Louisville and will be held September 7-8. 10. 1936 Auburn 852 SC Boattail Speedster - $1,017,500 9. 2017 Ferrari F12tdf - $1,045,000 8. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster - $1,072,500 7. 2012 Dallara DW12 Honda Indy Car - $1,127,500 6. 1929 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Sedan - $1,155,000 5. 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S - $1,155,000 4. 1989 Porsche 962 - $2,200,000 3. 2003 Ferrari Enzo - $2,860,000 2. 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari - $3,190,000 1. 1933 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Coupe Disappearing Top Roadster - $3,850,000

By Andrew Nabors – August 21, 2018

Monterey Car Week 2018: Auction Previews

As you are reading this, the world's most desirable automobiles are arriving in California. If you have been looking to spice up your collection, the auctions are a great way to get a feel for the market. Our social media team has their marching orders, so we thought we would let you see what each auction has to offer. Mecum Monterey The first automotive auction to Simulcast on NBCSN and YouTube, Dana Mecum and company offer an experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From negotiating the reserve with the consignor to the vocal audience, the anticipation of the hammer is not for the faint of heart. Taking place at the Hyatt Regency from Thursday to Saturday, Mecum puts on a show unlike any other. Their primetime lineup will include exquisite Lamborghinis from Marshall Goldman's private collection, so be sure to tune in. Click Here For Mecum's Catalog RM Sothebys 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Alloy Berlinetta Competizione by Scaglietti - ©2018 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's Guests of the Portola Hotel will be able to see 150 classics and exotics find new owners. Their primetime lineup includes a '65 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage (convertible), a LaFerrari, '66 Ford GT40, '68 Porsche 908 Short Tail, and Saturday night will culminate with a '62 Ferrari 250 GTO Click Here For RM Sotheby's Catalog Russo & Steele Located next to Fisherman's Wharf, Russo & Steele offers an exciting experience. Under their giant tents, the action plays out like theatre-in-the-round. You see the cars, and you can easily spot who is bidding against you. Much like high-stakes poker, whoever calls your bluff will go home with the car you wanted. Click Here For Russo & Steele Catalog Gooding & Co. The only auction to take place at Pebble Beach, Gooding is held at the Pebble Beach Equestrian Center. Look for the giant tent at the corner of Stevenson Dr. and Portola Rd. On Thursday, the Tour d'Elegance will begin there on Thursday morning, so be there at 7 am to see the cars line up. If you plan on previewing the auction, the 17-Mile Drive is one of the most scenic roads in the world. Click Here For Gooding & Company Catalog Bonhams Located at the Quail Lodge, Bonhams will offer 135 classics on Friday the 24th. Previews are available Wednesday and Thursday 9 am-6 pm, and Friday morning from 8:30 am until the auction starts at 10 am. The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering will be host to several new car unveilings, and we will be there streaming the event. Click Here For Bonhams Catalog If you plan on attending any of these, look for our red bags. Inside them will the September issue of the world's best car magazine, with a great incentive to renew your subscription. Stay with us for all your Monterey coverage. Look for this guy wearing green pants and a duPont REGISTRY hat.

By Andrew Nabors – April 12, 2018

Top 10 Results From Mecum Auctions Houston 2018

If you weren't in Houston last week, you missed out on another great auction from Dana Mecum and company. Their fast-paced bidding is unlike any other event, and their hammer prices are used to feel the pace of our industry. The NRG center is a large venue that contains the Astrodome along with a massive parking lot. It was witness to a 70% sell-through rate.The three-day event saw 621 cars find new owners, for a total of $21,400,000 in sales. Proving that limited supply causes bidding frenzy, a new Dodge Demon with only 8 miles hammered for $170,500, and a 2nd example sold for $143,000. The Ford GT will never go out of style, and a 2006 example with 138 miles went for $368,500. Vintage muscle was represented by a 1971 Hemi Challenger ($184,250) and a 1970 Superbird ($181,500).Top 10: 2006 Ford GT (Lot F225.1) at $368,500 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost (Lot S156.1) at $198,000 2001 BMW Z8 Convertible (Lot F203) at $192,500 1971 Dodge Hemi Challenger R/T (Lot S181) at $184,250 1970 Plymouth Superbird (Lot S112) at $181,500 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (Lot S74) at $170,500 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (Lot S154) at $170,500 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (Lot S80.1) at $154,000 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (Lot S190.1) at $143,000 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback (Lot S108) at $133,100 Just like their other auctions, Mecum streams every event on YouTube. If you missed out on the action, click on the video below for hours of commercial-free action. Nothing beats being there in person, so get ready for Indianapolis, May 15th to 19th. You will see each year of the Big Tank Corvettes, every year of Indy Pace Car, and over 2,000 of the world's most valuable rides. We'll see you there!Click Here For More Details

By Edward Jones – March 13, 2018

Auction Results from 2018 Amelia Island Events

The events of 2018 Amelia Island events have come and gone, leaving only memories and results behind. During the event, Hagerty diligently recorded the numbers from the many auctions that took place and have shared them with us. It should be noted that these results do not include all post-sale "off the block" transactions.(Featured Image by Deremer Studios LLC)After all auction events were completed, 334 out of the total 489 lots were sold for a total sell-through rate of 68 percent. The cumulative total of these sales amounted to $80.4, with an average sale price of $240,794. Auction houses that took part in these sales included RM Sotheby's, Bonhams, Gooding & Company, Hollywood Wheels and Motorstalgia. Automotive Photography by Deremer Studios LLCMarket observer Colin Comer told Hagerty that “this week’s sales proved that buyers have faith in the underlying strength of the market, which kicked off with a bang in Arizona despite gloomy expectations. Spectacular cars priced under $1M and fresh-to-market cars such as the barn find Cobra and Ferrari 275 GTB that sold at Gooding continue to be especially attractive to buyers.”The next big car week that we'll see in the U.S. will be the events held in Monterey at the end of August, but there will be many other auctions taking place. Be sure to check back with us for more automotive auction coverage. RM Sotheby's Top 10 Results1. 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Long Nose Coupe sold for $2,205,0002. 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 Coupe sold for $1,655,0003. 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.8 Coupe sold for $1,270,0004. 1930 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A S Boattail Cabriolet sold for $1,270,0005. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster sold for $1,094,0006. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe sold for $1,077,5007. 1931 Marmon Sixteen Convertible Coupe sold for $1,050,0008. 1930 Duesenberg Model J Hibbard & Darrin Imperial Cabriolet sold for $995,0009. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 Saloon sold for $765,00010. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT Coupe sold for $720,000Overall Total: $27.6M87/102 lots sold: 85% sell-through rateAverage Sale Price: $316,824 Gooding & Company Top 10 Results1. 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Long Nose Alloy Coupe sold for $2,530,0002. 2003 Ferrari Enzo Coupe sold for $2,365,0003. 1967 Ford GT40 Mk IV Coupe sold for $1,925,0004. 1993 Porsche 911 Coupe sold for $1,760,0005. 1952 Ferrari 212 Europa Cabriolet sold for $1,600,0006. 1990 Porsche 962C Race Car sold for $1,595,0007. 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Roadster sold for $1,540,0008. 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 Coupe sold for $1,485,0009. 1966 Shelby Cobra 428 Roadster sold for $1,457,50010. 1976 Porsche 934 Turbo Coupe sold for $1,320,000Overall Total: $35.5M81/86 lots sold: 94% sell-through rateAverage Sale Price: $438,818 Bonhams Top 10 Results1. 2015 McLaren P1 Coupe sold for $1,710,0002. 1959 Porsche 356A Carrera GS Coupe sold for $632,0003. 1968 Ferrari 330 GTC Coupe sold for $545,1004. 1936 Horch 853 Roadster sold for $544,0005. 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Convertible sold for $480,2006. 1947 Delahaye 135MS Coupe sold for $478,0007. 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Convertible sold for $450,5008. 1957 Porsche 356A 1600 Super Speedster sold for $445,0009. 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Coupe sold for $368,00010. 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe sold for $343,800Overall Total: $13.2M88/101 lots sold: 87% sell-through rateAverage Sale Price: $149,919 Motostalgia Top 10 Results1. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Coupe sold for $286,0002. 1965 Ferrari 330 GT SI Coupe 2+2 sold for $225,5003. 1965 Shelby Cobra CSX 7000 Series Roadster sold for $158,4004. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Convertible sold for $119,9005. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider sold for $106,7006. 1967 Jaguar E-Type SI 4.2 Coupe sold for $104,5007. 2004 Ferrari 360 Spider sold for $91,3008. 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE Fixed-Head Coupe sold for $90,2009. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish S Coupe sold for $85,80010. 1991 Ferrari Testarossa Coupe sold for $84,700Overall Total: $2.3M50/72 lots sold: 69% sell-through rateAverage Sale Price: $46,985 Hollywood Wheels Top 10 Results1. 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster sold for $216,0002. 1968 Shelby GT500 KR Fastback sold for $183,6003. 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Impala 348/250 Sport Coupe sold for $116,1004. 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster sold for $114,4805. 2007 Bentley Azure Convertible Coupe sold for $108,0006. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Restomod sold for $99,9007. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 283/245 Convertible sold for $97,2008. 1947 DeSoto Deluxe Sedan sold for $78,3009. 1980 Ferrari 308 GTB Coupe sold for $68,04010. 1964 Buick Riviera Sport Coupe sold for $57,240Overall Total: $1.8M28/128 lots sold: 23% sell-through rateAverage Sale Price: $66,831

By Andrew Nabors – August 25, 2016

RM Sotheby's Top 10 Monterey 2016 Auction Results

Of all the happenings around Monterey last week, RM Sotheby's auction at the Portola Hotel was one for the record books. Quality over quantity is their strategy, with only 100 lots between the two day event. A smaller selection was due to construction at the event venue, as last year's auction presented 150 cars. Still, the event was considered a great success, as the weekend posted a strong $117.9 million in sales with 82 percent of all lots sold.(Related: Mecum's Top 10 Monterey Sales: Multiple Multi-Million Dollar Sales) Top 10 Sales Lot 114 - 1955 Jaguar D-Type (CHASSIS NO. XKD 501) $21,780,000 Lot 234 - 1939 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo Spider (CHASSIS NO. 412041) $19,800,000 Lot 117 - 1962 Shelby 260 Cobra "CSX 2000" (CHASSIS NO. CSX 2000) $13,750,000 Lot 232 - 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Competizione 'Tour de France' (CHASSIS NO. 0507 GT) $5,720,000 Lot 127 - 1955 Ferrari 750 Monza Spider (CHASSIS NO. 0510 M) $5,225,000 Lot 125 - 1966 Ford GT40 "P/1057" (CHASSIS NO. P/1057) $2,900,000 Lot 243 - 1964 Ferrari 500 Superfast Series I (CHASSIS NO. 5985) $2,750,000 Lot 229 - 1973 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider (CHASSIS NO. 16847) $2,365,000 Lot 224 - 1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso (CHASSIS NO. 4415) $2,090,000 Lot 145 - 1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon (CHASSIS NO. BC66LC) $1,870,000 The numbers are definitely impressive, but the cars offered were equally as stunning. Congratulations to RM Sotheby's on a successful auction!

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – July 21, 2016

First Ever Green Carbon Fiber McLaren P1 Available to the...

The 2014 McLaren P1 Hybrid represents the next chapter in the supercar realm, marrying tried and true Formula 1 technologies with the innovation and promise of the hybrid engine. The result is a culmination of distinguished and powerful design forged of carbon fiber construction and wrought with superior force and power. The P1 provides the ultimate track experience without compromising the beauty and intricacy of hand-crafted design. The specs of this incredible track car, though intriguing and exceptional, aren't the only highlight of McLaren P1 number 2. This particular example marks the first ever P1 available to the public. Additionally, this P1 was meticulously cared for by one owner and is only 576 miles from new.The P1 engineers combined twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 engines with a permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor. The two engines come together to produce a combined 904 horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque. The power produced by the hybrid engine propels the supercar from 0-60 in a mere 2.7 seconds. Borrowed from the F1 are exotic silicon-carbide-coated carbon-ceramic disc brakes, which bring the supercar to a dead stop from 120 mph in just 380 feet.One would say driving the P1 is truly the only way to understand it's superior power. With several drive modes available, he who is behind the wheel can customize their driving experience. E-mode engages the electric motor only while Race mode offers a fully-immersed, dynamic adventure.Rather than painting over the hand-crafted exterior, a translucent coat of green-lacquer showcases the fine detail of P1 number two. This intricate finish is complemented by 19-inch front and 20-inch back Pirelli P-Zero-shod wheels. Extended to the interior, the color scheme is continued with green carbon fiber accents and seat stitching, which covers black leather seats. Included is a Meridian sound system, climate control and navigation.The exclusivity of the P1 coupled with the fact that this is the first ever example available to the public, makes it a truly unique example, adding a rarity unlike any other to one's collection.The McLaren P1 serial no. 2 is offered by Mecum Auctions and will be available at the Monterey event located at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa in gorgeous Monterey, California on August 18-20, 2016 at Lot R503. Click here to learn more.Learn more

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – February 19, 2016

Update: James Bond's Aston Martin DB10 Sells for £2.4 Mil...

In January, we reported on the sale of the infamous Aston Martin DB10 from Spectre, the latest installment in the James Bond story. Last night, at Christie's in London, the famed supercar held an audience captive as the auction for the DB10 began.Just a reminder-- this is the only DB10 that was made available for public sale, making it a truly exclusive masterpiece to add to any collection, and one auction attendee now holds the coveted title as the new owner. Last night's auction brought in an incredible final price of £2.4 million for the car, approximately $2.6 million USD.Christie's reported that Aston Martin's CEO, Dr. Andy Palmer, touted the DB10 as "one of the rarest cars ever created." He further specified the only 10 DB10s were fashioned, and those 10 will be the only ones every made. This particular DB10 for auction, will be the only one ever available for public sale.What's more, the over $2.6 million raised in the auction will benefit Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), known in the United States as Doctors Without Borders-- a humanitarian organization that provides medical care for those in areas affected by conflict and disasters that wouldn't otherwise have access to such necessities.An amazing sale for a much needed cause. We're happy to see the only DB10 to ever hit the market benefit such an organization.Aston Martins For Sale

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