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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 Edward Jones – May 22, 2019

2005 Ford GT Merkury 4 for Sale

Merkury 4 is a breathtaking bespoke heritage model. The car started life as a three option, solid red Ford GT, was shipped to Detroit, with every aspect of its customization overseen by Camilo Pardo, the chief designer of the 2002 concept Ford GT and the 2005 and 2006 production GT. Merkury 4 was the third of the eight Camilo Signature Series. The chemically bonded Mirrachrome paint job took a year to complete. The GT is accented with a fluorescent orange Gulf livery, contrasted with satin black rondels and aluminum numbers. https://www.facebook.com/dupontregistryautos/videos/359258334946069/ Modifications include a second generation Whipple Supercharger and a GTG cold air intake kit that increases the engine’s output to 725 rwhp. Other upgrades include a GTG "Vintage" bumper delete kit, which relocates the exhaust between the tail lamp like an original Mark II, a ceramic coated Ford racing exhaust, HRE center lock rims, Michelin tires, custom “Ford GT” billet fuel door, billet clamshell center, side clamshell vents, and Penske triple adjustable shocks with custom alignment. Twin sill badges commemorate the build. There is an integrated radar system and a back up camera built into the rearview mirror. Merkury 4 is heralded as the “favorite signature GT” by Camilo and won the 2015 “Best in Show” award at the 10th Annual Ford GT National Rally in Detroit. The GT comes with only 4,000 miles on the odometer, all original books, two sets of keys and all records, including photographic documentation of the build. It was stored in a climate-controlled garage. Well known in the Ford GT community, even imitated, there is only one MERKURY 4. buy this issue now

By Alyssa Mammano – May 09, 2019

Masterful Man Caves: duPont REGISTRY’s Top 5 Man Caves

These man caves far surpass any primitive caves of the past, focusing gatherings of all sizes in the ideal entertaining refuge. Centered around sports and spirits, our Top 5 Masterful Man Caves are quintessential for cheering on your favorite team while snacking on cinema-quality concessions and enjoying a few drinks from the bar. 610 Los Trancos Road, Palo Alto, California | $96,800,000 A modern marvel, Los Trancos sets the bar for self-sustainability on a property that is all-encompassing. Boasting 20 rooms with endless amenities, this 32,000-square-foot architectural work-of-art would allow its owners to never have to leave the premises as it caters to one’s every need and desire. Not only does it offer five bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms, it also features a pizza room, disco room with a dance floor, a spa complete with a sauna and massage parlor, a full-size sports court and the jewel of the estate; an ice arena that transforms into a tennis court with a pavilion and its own locker room. The combination of luxuries this home affords cannot be found in any other estate. view listing Images via Steve Dawson of REX Real Estate on Homes.duPontREGISTRY.COM 3970 Victoria Lane, Westlake Village, California | $59,995,000 Set on 33 acres of farmland, rolling pastures and mountain views draped in the most exquisite sunsets sits this distinctive French Romantic masterpiece. The estate took three years to reimagine with a boundless budget. In total, it comprises seven separate structures with the main house sprawling a grand total of 32,000 square feet. Of note is the Dolby-certified sound-proof cinema with a remarkable 20’x10′ screen. Homeowner Thomas Tull, who was the former chief executive of Legendary Entertainment and owns a stake in the Pittsburgh Steelers football franchise, is listing his family compound to relocate to the Pittsburgh area. view listing Images via Jordan Cohen on Homes.duPontREGISTRY.COM 2251 King Fisher Drive, Westlake, Texas | $8,500,000 Professional baseball outfielder Vernon Wells III was sure to incorporate his passion for the game in his former Texas home. The three-time Gold Glove winner played for the Toronto Blue Jays, the Los Angeles Angels and the New York Yankees, and practiced in his indoor batting cage. When he wasn’t working out in his professional athlete-worthy gym, Wells entertained his teammates in the ultimate man cave equipped with a wood paneled bar, custom billiards table, arcade game alcove and card table. The 16,000-square-foot home also boasts a handsome theater room with paneled walls and plush seating. view listing Images via Keller Williams Realty - Frisco on Homes.duPontREGISTRY.COM 6215 Riverside Drive, Atlanta, Georgia | $4,200,000 Outfitted in art deco stylings personally curated by MVP Hines Ward, this estate embodies the character of the NFL legend. Cascading waterfalls emanate tranquility in conjunction with the dense foliage surrounding outdoor living spaces, culminating in a private and serene setting. Entertaining extends to the bar and sunken lounge adjacent to a game room and full display of Ward’s sports memorabilia. Luxurious amenities also include a sauna and massage parlor for soothing sore muscles after working out in the personalized home gym. A media room, grotto and expansive pool and spa area with full outdoor kitchen and bar elevate the custom design of this unique home. view listing Images via Glennda Baker of BHHS Georgia Properties on Homes.duPontREGISTRY.COM 3208 N Ladera Circle, Mesa, Arizona | $2,288,800 Encircling a Roman-like courtyard is this Mediterranean-style Italian villa with Cantera stone pillars and fire bowls positioned around a generously sized pool and spa. Multiple fountains add ambiance to the relaxing seating areas and meticulously kempt greenery. Equally as impressive is the indoor entertaining with a private theater room that can host up to 21 movie-viewers comfortably. A full concession and wet bar within the space provide an unmatched cinema experience. The 8,000-square-foot taste of Italy is fit for royalty with ornate stone details and handcrafted millwork throughout. Distinguished ceilings are the crowning achievement of every room in the home. view listing Images via Tina Garcia on Homes.duPontREGISTRY.COM

By Edward Jones – May 09, 2019

Discover the Cover: June 2019 – The Merkury 4 Ford GT

Merkury 4 is a breathtaking bespoke heritage model. The car started life as a three option, solid red Ford GT, was shipped to Detroit, with every aspect of its customization overseen by Camilo Pardo, the chief designer of the 2002 concept Ford GT and the 2005 and 2006 production GT. Merkury 4 was the third of the eight Camilo Signature Series. The chemically bonded Mirrachrome paint job took a year to complete. The GT is accented with a fluorescent orange Gulf livery, contrasted with satin black rondels and aluminum numbers. Modifications include a second generation Whipple Supercharger and a GTG cold air intake kit that increases the engine’s output to 725 rwhp. Other upgrades include a GTG "Vintage" bumper delete kit, which relocates the exhaust between the tail lamp like an original Mark II, a ceramic coated Ford racing exhaust, HRE center lock rims, Michelin tires, custom “Ford GT” billet fuel door, billet clamshell center, side clamshell vents, and Penske triple adjustable shocks with custom alignment. Twin sill badges commemorate the build. There is an integrated radar system and a backup camera built into the rearview mirror. shop now shop now Merkury 4 is heralded as the “favorite signature GT” by Camilo and won the 2015 “Best in Show” award at the 10th Annual Ford GT National Rally in Detroit. The GT comes with only 4,000 miles on the odometer, all original books, two sets of keys and all records, including photographic documentation of the build. It was stored in a climate-controlled garage. Well known in the Ford GT community, even imitated, there is only one MERKURY 4. buy this issue now

By Alyssa Mammano – April 30, 2019

Top 10 Mansions for Sale From April 2019

Tucked away in exclusive enclaves of the United States and beyond are jaw-dropping mansions to impress even the most discerning buyers. Exquisite finishes and custom craftsmanship take these homes to a whole new level. Each of these opulent estates is currently for sale on dupontregistry.com, so whether you're in the market to add to your real estate portfolio or simply striving to someday acquire a home of this stature, peruse our Top 10 live listings below. 26848 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California Offered at $62 Million Constructed of the most exotic and unique compilation of one-of-a-kind materials, La Villa Contenta is unmatched in its design, location and luxuries. All hand-carved and meticulously crafted, the home features touches such as a hand-laid pietra-dura mosaic made of antique, reclaimed marbles set into the foyer floor and an intricately hand-carved French limestone ceiling in the dining room. The main house is accompanied by the pool pavilion, Romanesque in design with hand-carved marble details, featuring an indoor lap pool in an exquisitely ornate glass-ceiling room. The greenhouse is one of the largest in California and houses delicate exotic plant life. Several other guest and staff quarters are encompassed on the 4.5-acre grounds as well, which are landscaped in priceless specimen trees and rare plantings. view listing Source: Chris Cortazzo 1040 S Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, Florida Offered at $39.95 Million Recently completed in 2018 and sited in the exclusive Manalapan Estate Section, this 16,000-square-foot residence sits beside the historic landmark mansion of Howard Stirling Vanderbilt, who chartered the town nearly a century ago. The immense home is approached by a winding drive through swaying palms and meticulously manicured greens. Two separate paths lead to the six-bedroom main house and the two-bedroom guest house. Inside, two-story windows capture views of the home's 200 feet of Intracoastal water frontage. Two elevators take homeowners and guests up to the second level, where the enchanting master suite and additional bedrooms are encompassed. Homeowners also enjoy deeded privileges to the Five-Diamond Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa and its La Coquille Club. view listing Source: Pascal Loguori & Son 46 Star Island Drive, Miami, Florida Offered at $39.95 Million Star Island, aptly named for its exclusivity to residences of the stars, is home to this 18,000-square-foot historic mansion. Originally built by real estate entrepreneur Carl Fisher in 1923, the 40-room home has undergone several renovations over the years. It's most recent remodel was undertaken by current owner Marco Iacovelli of Rally Manufacturing Inc. in 2017. Iacovelli initially purchased the home more than 30 years ago for $1.825 million. The estate sits on what is considered to be the best lot on the island: a pie-shaped point lot. It boasts ten bedrooms and ten bathrooms, along with two separate staff living quarters and 255 feet of frontage. Homeowners on Star Island have included P. Diddy, Don Johnson, Rosie O'Donnell, Shaq and Gloria and Emilio Estefan. view listing Source: Dora Puig 651 Pfister Drive, Aspen, Colorado Offered at $36 Million Designer and founder of Bowden Homes, Bob Bowden, delivered a true mountain modern home to his clients who were in search of a clean, contemporary canvas built with indigenous materials. Other homes on the market at the time were Malibu modern or Miami modern, Bowden said, but the homeowners were looking for an authentic mountain minimalist design. Inspired by Aspen's mining and skiing history, Bowden used exposed steel and envisioned a rustic ski chalet utilizing natural materials such as wood and stone. Constructed into the hillside overlooking the 11th hole of the Maroon Creek Club, this estate comes partially furnished with custom pieces totaling $2 million. Beneath the main level is an entire spa floor complete with a jetted tub, huge steam room and a massage parlor. view listing Source: Coldwell Banker Mason Morse 71 The Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Offered at $35.9 Million On a street famous for its stately mansions and their significant owners sits this palatial masterpiece exuding immense grandeur and opulence. Enter to an awe-inspiring Scarlett O'Hara double staircase with hand-forged wrought iron railings and continue through to the sun-drenched grand room with a two-story fireplace. Lavish finishes and ample living spaces continue into the elegant chef's kitchen and dining area, with its intricate custom cabinetry and extra wide center island. Spectacular chandeliers and ceiling medallions add to the exquisite character of the room. Notable spaces within the home include the indoor pool and spa, complete with an integrated hot tub, sauna, heated marble floors, separate his and hers changing rooms and an adjacent work-out room. view listing Source: Barry Cohen Homes 4552 192 Street, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Offered at $25 Million Unique for its stringent zoning and rare for its sale price, Villa di Fonti is an award-winning Tuscan style estate on a 10-acre vineyard. The 11,000-square-foot mansion was built within the agricultural land reserve (ALR) prior to new legislature stating that single-family residences within the ALR can encompass a maximum of 5,400 square feet. Additionally, real estate professionals in Surrey have said that listings upwards of $20 million have only been multi-family units in the past and that Villa di Fonti is an anomaly for its single-family layout and exorbitant pricing history. The property totals nearly 77 acres of elegance and grandeur with two lakes; one stocked with trout and the other a man-made beach, as well as a koi pond and helipad. Inside, world-class materials are displayed throughout including copious quantities of wood and stone accents. view listing Source: Capulet Properties 261 Hillspoint Road, Westport, Connecticut Offered at $20 Million A peninsula property set on 1.5 acres, Compo Point offers complete privacy and vast water views. The most unique waterfront estate in the highly desirable Compo Beach community, the property encompasses its own private beach protected by tall rock barrier walls. Nearly all the rooms at Compo Point open to expansive decks and balconies to enjoy the seaside lifestyle and sweeping Compo Cove views. A heated pool presides over the estate's beach-lined borders with a pool house to comfortably accommodate guests. Outdoor entertaining is enhanced by a complete outdoor kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and a promenade that extends from the main terrace to the beachfront, appointed with furnishings for elaborate waterfront dining with a dazzling sunset backdrop. view listing Source: The Riverside Realty Group 9806 N Summit View Drive, Park City, Utah Offered at $17.9 Million This mountainside home equally combats the cold with its warm and welcoming design as does it embrace the snow with its prevalent ski-in/ski-out accommodations. Predominantly a ski home, the builders initially recruited readers of Ski magazine to provide their input and contribute ideas to its construction. Some of the luxurious ski amenities include a prep room with boot warmers and driers and a ski-in bar beside the heated pool, which maintains a 104-degree Fahrenheit setting. As impressively constructed and outfitted as this home is, it is equally as cozy and accommodating to both large groups and intimate gatherings. Impressively perched at the top of Little Baldy Peak, the home is connected to Mountaineer run via a private ski bridge. For days without skiing on the agenda, 4,500 square feet of decking allow one to enjoy the outdoors all the same. view listing Source: Stein Eriksen Realty Group 7555 Makena Road, Kihei, Hawaii Offered at $16 Million A two-tier heated infinity-edge pool with an ambient waterfall and adjacent spa is just one of the over-the-top luxurious draws of this Hawaiian home. Beyond the pool are serene views of the ocean and Haleakala volcano, and turning the attention to this grandiose home will reveal unmatched indoor-outdoor living in the most magnificent paradise. On the interior are 6,000 square feet of pristine living space finished in high-design accents of Sepeli wood, African Mahogany and custom etched glass. An elevator rises to the master suite with vanishing glass doors, which open to a private wrap-around terrace. Downstairs, guests are entertained in a surround-sound theater room. Technology is quietly incorporated throughout the home with complete Lutron Smart Home automation for lighting, shades and A/V equipment. view listing Source: Elite Pacific Properties 5335 N Invergordon Road, Paradise Valley, Arizona Offered at $14.99 Million The sheer size of this immense Arizona home is truly jaw-dropping. At nearly 26,000 square feet under air, the home boasts rooms larger than most people's entire homes. A 1,750-square-foot family room opens to the gourmet kitchen with two large islands and marble flooring. The 3,200-square-foot master suite features two separate bedrooms, as well as two bathrooms and enormous his and hers closets with a lounge overlooking the patio. The 3,200-square-foot great room highlights a 24-person commercial elevator. Fabulous Mahogany details throughout the home include a circular ceiling in the great room and a two-story library clad in Mahogany encircling a winding wood staircase. Downstairs is a wine room, bar and lounge adjacent to the two-lane indoor shooting range. view listing Source: Joan Levinson

By Edward Jones – April 09, 2019

duPont REGISTRY May 2019 Uncovered

Cover Car: Bugatti La Voiture Noire Back Cover: Lexus RC F Track Edition Dealers: Boch Exotics, Euro Car, Excell Auto Group, Fort Lauderdale Collection, Fort Lauderdale Collection South, Marshall Goldman Motor Sales, Prestige Imports, Starwood Motors Aftermarket, Etc.: Hennessey Performance, Lexani Wheels, Plycar Automotive Logistics Lifestyle: Casoro, Corum, Elevate Customs, Global K9, HYT Watches, OEM: Lotus, NMOTO Motorcycles, Porsche There are multiple ways to pick up the latest issue of duPont REGISTRY. We are stocked at newsstands across the globe if you're interested in picking up a physical copy while on the go. Individual issues can also be ordered from gear.duPontREGISTRY.com. If you're interested in a subscription, we offer multiple subscription options, including 12, 24 or 36 issues. buy this issue now

By Edward Jones – April 09, 2019

Discover the Cover: May 2019 - Bugatti La Voiture Noire

A modern interpretation of the Bugatti 57 SC Atlantic has been teased for quite some time and now the new one-off model is here, the Bugatti “La Voiture Noire.” Bugatti President Stephan Winkelman says that La Voiture Noire "is a coupé with the comfort of a luxury limousine and the power of a hyper sports car." " width="680"> Bugatti notes that every single component found on La Voiture Noire has been made by hand, an expected touch from the French automaker's craftsmen. Its exterior is made of carbon fiber, with a deep black gloss covering its entirety until it is beautifully interrupted by the ultrafine fiber structure. The car's engine is the well-known quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine that can be found in the Chiron. Pumping out of this engine is 1480 horsepower and 1180 lb-ft of torque, an extraordinary amount for such an elegant car. There may be plenty of power to be found in La Voiture Noire, but this one-off car is all about its beautiful styling. “We worked long and hard on this design until there was nothing that we could improve,” says Bugatti designer Etienne Salomé. “For us, the coupé represents the perfect form with a perfect finish. Bugatti states that La Voiture Noire’s price is €11 million, which translates to roughly $12.46 million. For those who were thinking they may be able to purchase it, that is very unlikely as it has already been sold to a Bugatti enthusiast. What’s more, that price tag makes it the most expensive new car of all time. buy this issue now

By Andrew Nabors – April 05, 2019

Ferrari Spiders: A Guide to Soft Top Classics

When Ferrari introduced the 488 GTB, it was revealed alongside the 488 Spider. This broke the long tradition of offering the convertible after the coupe. Now that the F8 Tributo has arrived, it seems they are back to their old ways. If you have been considering a Ferrari convertible, allow us to save you a few dollars. There is nothing wrong with the 488 Spider or the 458 Spider. But summer will be here soon, and a pre-owned Spider won't break the bank. So what about the 360 Spider and the 430 Spider? They are traditional soft-tops without the heavy roof, and they were the last Ferrari models to offer a manual transmission. The reason we grouped both models together is because the 360 and 430 share a majority of their parts, the engine is the major difference. Introduced in 2000, the 360 Spider was the 20th Ferrari convertible. Unlike its predecessors, the aluminum chassis was significantly upgraded to offer predictable handling and a smooth ride. Ferrari 360 Spider For Sale Engineers at ALCOA used computer modeling to determine what needed reinforcements. By the time it was ready for launch, they had changed the rocker panels, floor pans, firewall, and shock towers. This made the Spider stronger than any Ferrari convertible, it beats the 996 series Porsche 911 in torsional rigidity. The 3.6L V8 offers 395 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. It has a redline of 8,700 rpm and a top speed of 175 mph. It is a consistent 13-second car at the dragstrip. The timing belts require regular maintenance, but oil changes are easy. Ferrari F430 Spider For Sale Subtle improvements to the aerodynamics and more power arrived with the F430 Spider in 2006. Interior and exterior changes were few, but the engine was all new. Despite displacing 4.3 liters, it is physically smaller and only 8 lbs heavier. It offers 343 lb-ft of torque across a wide rpm range. You will have 483 horsepower at 8,500 rpm thanks to the heads and intake from the Formula 1 cars. For many, the single most important innovation was the use of timing chains instead of belts. The F430 Spider ended with the 2009 Scuderia Spider 16M. It was built to commemorate winning 16 Formula 1 Constructor Championships. It used the engine and interior from the F430 Scuderia, along with unique exterior styling. It offers 503 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque for a 0-60 run under 3.7 seconds. It is 176 lbs lighter than the F430 Spider, with a curb weight of 3,175 lbs. Tell us which one you prefer in the comments below, and have a great weekend. Ferrari scuderia Spider 16M For Sale " width="680">

By Andrew Nabors – March 28, 2019

Throwback Thursday: BMW Z8 Roadster

This month we're going back 19 years to visit an old friend: The BMW Z8. We always figured there would be a 2nd generation of this sleek convertible, but only 2,543 examples were built for the US. Built between 2000 to '03, it was an all-aluminum homage to the classic BMW 507 roadster. Chris Bangle was the head of design in the 90's, and he is responsible for bringing BMW into the modern era. When the top brass began to consider a new flagship, Bangle asked Henrik Fisker to sculpt a modern 507. The project began in 1993, and it was revolutionary from the beginning. A strong foundation was needed, so a space frame was entirely MIG welded. This stiff and light design was fitted with the same 4.9L V8 found in the E39 Series M5. It offered 395 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Placing the engine behind the front wheels made for perfect weight distribution, and it was backed by a six-speed manual transmission. Unlike most roadsters, the removable hardtop was not an afterthought. The Z8 looks just as good then as it does now, and some say it looks even better with the top on. Thanks to our friends at AutoTopNL we can experience one firsthand. Interesting features include neon lights for the tail and turn signals, offering instant response and low current draw. Being refined and tested over several years, it was ready for launch in early 2000. The base price of $128,000 was quickly inflated by dealers who realized the potential to BMW aficionados. It is a timeless classic that was assembled by hand, and BMW built 50 years of extra parts to keep them on the road. You would have to spend $188,991 adjusted for inflation, and our dealers have proven that the Z8 held its value. If you want a collectible car at a great value, click the link below to find a Z8 near you. Shop BMW Z8

By Edward Jones – March 14, 2019

Green Supercars For Sale For St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day is around the corner, bringing troves of green items along with it. There's going to be green shirts, green shoes, green hair, green beer and a lot of other green paraphernalia. Because of this, we figure it makes sense to pull up to where you're going in a green supercar. We've curated a list of green supercars for you to peruse down below and there's also a button below to see all of the green cars we have for sale. And in the spirit of the holiday, always remember to never drink and drive. When ridesharing is an app away, there's no excuse. View all green supercars for sale Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster view listing and price Lexus LFA view listing and price McLaren 675LT Spider view listing and price Porsche 911 GT3 RS view listing and price BAC Mono view listing and price Dodge Demon view listing and price Lamborghini Aventador Miura Homage Edition view listing and price Dodge Viper GTC ACR view listing and price Lotus Evora 400 view listing and price Lamborghini Huracan view listing and price McLaren 570S view listing and price

By Edward Jones – March 13, 2019

duPont REGISTRY April 2019 Uncovered

Cover Car: TECHART GTstreet RS Dealers: Boch Exotics, EuroCar, Excell Auto Group, Fort Lauderdale Collection, Marshall Goldman, McLaren Boston, McLaren Charlotte, Pierre Ford, Prestige Imports, Starwood Motors, St Louis Motors Aftermarket, Etc. : Brabus, Hennessey Performance, Excell Auto Group, Gateway Bronco, Lexani EXTV, Starwood Motors Lifestyle: Brown Safe, Corum Watches, Elevate Customs, HYT Watches, NetJets, Shooting Range Industries OEM: Maserati, Porsche There are multiple ways to pick up the latest issue of duPont REGISTRY. We are stocked at newsstands across the globe if you're interested in picking up a physical copy while on the go. Individual issues can also be ordered from gear.duPontREGISTRY.com. If you're interested in a subscription, we offer multiple subscription options, including 12, 24 or 36 issues. buy this issue now

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