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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 – September 11, 2018

Interview With David Lee: Ferrari Collector and Owner of ...

David Lee's passion for car collecting all started with his pure love for the automobile. His stunning collection of cars has become famous both online and within the automotive world. More importantly, his collection of new and classic Ferraris is one that would make any automotive enthusiast green with envy. What started as a love for the Italian automaker has grown into a pursuit of owning the most significant Ferrari collection. What inspired you to seek out this Dino and tell us about the process? The Ferrari Dino was a departure from what I was doing. I was into buying top quality cars, either Concours or driver type classic cars, Blue chip, Supercars and so forth. I would then restore them to even better quality, keeping them all original and Classiche Certified. The Dino came during an interesting time. I made a call to Magnus Walker about doing a video of a Porsche collector and Ferrari collector racing up a mountain. He said, “That’d be great.” I then asked him what kind of car he would use. “I would use my outlaw 911” He then asked if I had anything from the 70’s to match his car. So I said I’d get back to him. I discussed it with my pal Andy Cohen from Beverly Hills Motoring who helped me build my collection and had a vintage Ferrari background, as well as a passion for upgrading cars, and we decided it was time for a modern restoration and interpretation of the Dino, which many people believe to be one of the most beautiful Italian cars ever built, which no one had ever done in the way we wanted as far as we knew. So we did some research and found a shop in the UK that did build a 355 powered Dino 11 years ago and decided to find the shop and talk to him about taking what he did and building an even more modern version that would ride and handle like a modern Ferrari and would have much more power, as the original Dino had a pretty low horsepower V6 engine, the first Ferrari with a V6. He used 360 wheels and other components we did not love, but the basic idea was great but needed a lot more. It looked kind of off, but he had built it over 10 years ago. He did not want to sell his, but he did offer to build a new one. He also said that since his Dino was built over eleven years ago and he’s learned a lot since then and can make it a lot better. Going in, we didn’t know how long it was going to take or cost, but that’s because it was a whole new process to discover. It was the beginning of an adventure to see what we could accomplish. We upgraded almost everything mechanically from his first build, and it ended up being a 3000 hour ground up restoration that transformed it into a fast modern driving car that still has its vintage look. It is called Monza 3.6 Evo and it's a modern interpretation of an iconic sports car. Is the Monza 3.6 Evo Dino a sign of change for your collection? The Dino shows a different facet of my collection, but I still love to collect the blue-chip cars. I love the classics, Concours-ready cars, supercars, limited editions, and all that good stuff. I’m going to keep collecting those. I would just say that this is a new phase that I’ve incorporated into how I build my collection. I wanted to do something that would make a statement and answer a question that’s been asked for decades: Could the Dino be better. The Dino is so beautiful it’s worth making it just incredible, but only by doing it in a very careful way, and I think we’ve done that. What is your favorite feature of this car, and of the Dino series? What I love about this Dino is that exterior-wise it’s pretty much the same. Its exterior has been restored just like any other Dino, and the interior has been redone very nicely. The difference is the wheels that we had recalibrated by the factory from 13-inches to 17-inches to be a more low-profile. Also, the covered headlights. With today’s technology, we were able to make the covered headlights without clips and have an invisible set. In the back, just like watches, you can see in and view the new heart of this Dino. The Dino is a great car on the street, so do you consider this a driver or is it for show? What’s so great about the engineers that worked on this car is that they were able to turn it into a great driver’s car. We took an F40 block, bored it out, put in an aluminum crankshaft, fuel injection, all that. The output of the V8 is now rated at 400 horsepower. That car is 2,400 lbs, so the power-to-weight ratio is incredible. We put in modern brakes, a new drive trans, gearbox, clutch, steering, suspension, exhaust… Many of the mechanical parts have been upgraded with modern Ferrari components. So, it looks like a classic Ferrari, but all of the new mechanical components make it incredibly drivable. It’s not just about adding in one new piece, because everything has to work together and this car runs like a symphony. "It is called Monza 3.6 Evo and it's a modern interpretation of an iconic sports car." I love driving all of my cars. To me, there’s no car that’s “too good to drive.” But this car is in Concours condition making it more than just a car I love to drive. I’m still going to take it to the Concours, but I’m still going to drive it all the time. It starts right up, goes fast when you need it to and handles just like any other modern Ferrari. What reaction do you get from Ferrari purists regarding the engine swap? What I’ve noticed with collecting cars, is that you’re never going to make everybody happy. You’re going to have people from all sides with different opinions. I certainly understand the Ferrari purists’ side, because I own a lot of cars that are within that philosophy. But this car can easily be returned back to stock, and all of the original components are delivered with the car. That should allay the fears of the purists! But as a lot of people my age and the younger generations begin to get into classic cars, they don’t want to deal with the unreliability of the classic car. Now they’re used to performance, because of hypercars. There’s a new understanding in the market, where people appreciate the classic-looking car that has better performance. I think that in 2018 there’s more acceptance if this than ever before. Are there any other mechanical changes that have been made or are you planning on any future changes to this Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Since I’ve shared the car on social media, everyone’s been talking about it, and everyone wants to write about. In fact, it’s going to be on Jay Leno’s Garage in May. It’s an interesting topic, and it’s something that hasn’t really been done. A lot of people have started asking me about wanting to do the same thing regarding this modern interpretation of a Dino. So in order to protect the car and do it the right way, I signed an exclusive agreement with the company that made it. We plan on making five of these cars a year, keeping the production low, making them all unique and making each of them very special in all the right ways. People will be proud to own them. And when they decide to sell them, the value will have increased. The price has not been determined yet. "The Dino is so beautiful it’s worth making it just incredible, but only by doing it in a very careful way, and I think we’ve done that." Now that you own one and have possibly raised the value of every other Dino, do you have any advice for our readers who are looking for one? The most important factor in buying any Dino is to find a rust-free example, as they were not made when new with must rustproofing. But, I do think it will create a new market for this. Other people may try to replicate ours, but it’s not going to be as good as the one I’ve created. This one serves as the blueprint for future examples that will be made. I know what I’ve put into this: time, energy, money and more. It’s not something people can just figure out right away. Because I was so committed to this, the project was able to be completed in the right way. There may be copycats, but they won’t have the quality and integrity of this build. Do you think Ferrari needs to revive the Dino model? Ferrari is the top sports car brand in the world’s I am sure they will eventually consider making a new Dino. Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Exterior Gallery by Ted7 Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Interior Gallery by Ted7

By Andrew Nabors – July 18, 2018

2019 duPont REGISTRY Exotic Car Buyer's Guide

duPont REGISTRY Exotic Car Buyers Guide is the go-to source for the best reviews on upcoming exotic and luxury vehicles. Every year, new cars are released and countless amounts of people are left wondering which one they should add to their collection. Here to help is the 2019 edition of duPont REGISTRY's Exotic Car Buyers Guide. Featured in this year's publication are more than 100 reviews of the hottest exotic and luxury automobiles to hit showroom floors this year and next.Pre-order Yours Now

By Edward Jones – July 17, 2018

Wheels x Wardrobe: Silver, Red and Black for the Track

The new 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS looks natural when graced with racing stripes. Its sporty design and pension for speed go perfectly with a pair of stripes that run along the top of the car. If you own one with such a setup, it would be fitting to have an outfit that exemplifies the car's appearance. For that, we have put together an ensemble that would go perfectly with the German supercar. Check it all out below and click the buttons to learn more about each piece within the outfit. 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Shop Now Eberhard Chrono 4 Geant Shop Now Gucci Endura Aviators Shop Now Gucci Bomber Jacket Shop Now Givenchy Mad Love Tour T-Shirt Shop Now Amiri Striped Denim Jeans Shop Now Yeezy 500 Utility Black Shop Now Gucci Kingsnake Cardholder Shop Now

By Andrew Nabors – July 03, 2018

Top 10 American Rides For Independence Day

President John Adams was one of the founding fathers, and he described how the 4th of July should be celebrated. In a letter to his wife: "It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shows, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more." We can only assume he would add cars to the list. So we took a quick office poll around the water cooler this morning, and here is what we came up with.10. Hummer H1 The truck that won the Gulf War, these beasts are powered by a 6.5L Detroit Diesel turbocharged V8. A bulletproof Chevrolet TH400 transmission sends power to 4-wheel independent suspension. Air pressure in each tire is independently controlled so you can take this thing can handle any terrain.Hummer H1 For Sale9. Ford Mustang The perfect car for undercover cops is the 2019 Mustang Bullitt. If you are chasing crooks through San Francisco, any Mustang will do. My choice would be Boss 302 Laguna Seca, and we have many to choose from in the link below.Ford Mustangs For Sale8. Jeep Wrangler Once the beachhead was established at Normandy, the Jeeps came ashore and started heading for Berlin. America's enthusiasm for the Jeep has been unfaltering since 1941.Jeep Wranglers For Sale7. Dodge/SRT Viper 2016 Dodge Viper ACR with Extreme Aero PackageWhen Lee Iaccoca asked Carroll Shelby to build a modern American supercar, the Viper hit the streets in 1992. It had no windows, roof, or automatic transmission. Fiat-Chrysler has different priorities, so they discontinued the mean snake last year. We still have plenty to choose from, and they are only going to appreciate in value.Vipers For Sale6. Ford GT Ford wanted to win LeMans in 1967, and they did. Ford also wanted to win in 2017, and the Ford GT brought home the trophy.Ford GT For Sale5. Chevrolet Corvette Just when we thought the Z06 would reign supreme for a few years, Chevrolet dropped the Corvette ZR1 on us. This 755 hp beast can be had as a targa top coupe or convertible. With an 8-speed automatic or a 7-speed manual. It has 13 radiators, 715 lb-ft of torque, and a top speed of 212 mph.Corvettes For Sale4. SRT Hellcat or Demon Dodge only built 300 Demons, and they are already collectible. The 840 horsepower Challenger was the first production car to be tuned for race fuel. Since it is capable of consistent 9 second times in the quarter-mile, it is the first production car to be banned by the NHRA. If you missed out, the 2019 Challenger and Charger Hellcats have some nice upgrades you might enjoy.Dodge Demon For Sale3. Ford Raptor Powered by the same twin-turbo V6 as the Ford GT, this F-150 is simply amazing. The remote reservoir Fox suspension and locking differentials allow you to leave the pavement and enjoy all our nation has to offer.Ford Raptors For Sale2. Chevrolet Camaro What you are looking at is the 15th fastest car to ever lap the Nurburgring. At 7.16.04, every car faster than it costs several times as much as the Camaro ZL1 1LE.Camaros For Sale1. Cadillac CTS-V I always thought Cadillacs were built for senior citizens, but four years ago I found one at a great deal in the world's best car magazine. Someone at the Lansing Grand River plant stuffed a Corvette Z06 engine into the CTS and the suspension was dialed in at the 'Ring. It has the same 650 horsepower engine from the Corvette Z06 and Camaro ZL1, along with comfy magnetic suspension and acres of leg room. If you don't need all that power, the CTS Vsport offers the twin-turbo V6 from the ATS-V, it has 420 hp and 24 mpg.Cadillac CTS-V For SaleCars and alcohol and fireworks: Pick one, because none of them should be combined. Remember that firework ashes will ruin your paint, so keep your rides upwind of the festivities. Have a great 4th from all of us at duPont REGISTRY.

By Andrew Nabors – June 29, 2018

Designer Spotlight: Marcello Gandini

In this new series, we will be profiling automotive designers who have changed the world. To get started on the right foot, we decided to start at the top. Marcello Gandini was born in Turin on August 26th of 1938. The son of an Orchestra Conductor, his life's work would inspire generations of designers.After seeing the creations of Nuccio Bertone, he asked to join their firm in 1963. This was met with opposition from Bertone's chief stylist Giorgetto Giugiaro, who left the company two years later. Bertone hired Gandini, and the rest is history. He has always said he favored mechanical and practical designs, and some of his creations could be considered as such. 1997 Lamborghini DiabloIf you want a graceful sedan, he is the man behind the first BMW 5 Series (1972 to '81), Maserati Quattroporte, and the Citroen BX hatchback. If you want an Italian body with American power, he designed the final DeTomaso Pantera, along with the Corvette-powered Iso Grifo 90 and 96 concept cars. The Iso Lele was a 2+2 coupe built between 1969 and 1974 and it was powered by a 350 hp Corvette 327 V8.After the Iso era, Enzo Ferrari asked for a model that would bridge the gap between the Dino and Ferrari brands. The result was the Dino 308 GT4, which would evolve into the Ferrari 308 GT4. It was their first mid-mounted V8, and the first Ferrari to not be styled by Pininfarina. 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4The World Rally Championship saw many examples of his Lancia Stratos, and he also penned its competitor in the Renault 5. His attention to detail impressed the owner of an Italian tractor company, so Ferrucio Lamborghini allowed him to design the Miura, Bravo, Countach, Espada, Jarama, Uracco, Marzal, and his crowning achievement has to be the Diablo. Retirement left him restless, so he was asked by Bugatti to design the EB110 in 1991. Bugatti EB110His creations were in production from 1966 to 2001, and the automotive world owes him for a lifetime of work. Who knows, maybe he has something new on the drawing board, 80 is the new 60 we've been told. Tell us which of his creations you would own in the comments below and stay with us for the next Designer Spotlight.

By Edward Jones – June 25, 2018

Wheels & Wardrobe: Premier Porsche and Gucci Gear

Need a new outfit to step out in that will turn heads? Here you got. Start off with a Porsche 911 GT3 RS that's available in so many colors (I suggest Miami Blue). This power-packed German sports car is loud and noticable. More importantly, it performs. Then we have an outfit that's primarily provided by Gucci. On your feet are a pair of Niike React Element 87's in Sail/Light Bone. These shoes are available from overseas now, but will drop in the US on July 13th. Then the attire finishes off with the new Rolex GMT-Master II that comes in at a great price. Check it all out below. Porsche 911 GT3 RS Shop Now Gucci Denim Jacket Shop Now Gucci Oxford Shirt Shop Now Gucci Drawstring Trousers Shop Now Nike React Element 87 - Sail/Light Bone Shop Now Oliver Peoples WATTS Sunglasses Shop Now Rolex GMT-Master II Shop Now

By Edward Jones – June 19, 2018

A Talk With a Real-Life, Dream-Making Batman

Josh Aryeh has a calling, and that calling is to bring smiles to the faces of children who need them desperately during treatment in the hospital. To make this happen, he's taken a very interesting route that's seemed to work out very well for him: be Batman. Aryeh has dawned the mask of the Dark Knight to become the hero these children need. But it doesn't stop at just the mask, because as we all know, Batman needs a slick ride. For that, Aryeh has combined his passions of helping others and cars to create an unforgettable experience for children going through challenging times.We had the pleasure of interviewing Aryeh about his superhero outings, all of which he documents on his Instagram account @batmanrealaccount. What inspired you to start visiting these children and treating them to rides?Like most other teenagers, I grew up liking exotic cars. One of my cousins was a member of an exotic car club so he would get to drive multiple exotic cars throughout the year. Occasionally, he would let me take the car home for a few days. I decided to call a few charities to see if they had any kids that would be interested in going in one of the cars. One day I received a call that there was an 8-year-old girl that was extremely sick and her dream was to go in a convertible Lamborghini. We coordinated the surprise with the family and it inspired me to do it thousands of times since then. They brought out an 8-year-old girl that looked extremely sad but when she looked up and saw a convertible yellow Lamborghini in front of her house she had a big smile on her face. I gave her a ride in the car with the top down and after we finished they brought her back into the house. Once the girl was inside the house the mother began to cry hysterically. I asked the mother if I did or said anything wrong since it was the first time that I was doing this. the mother told me that the daughter has been sick since she was 4 years old and had over 50 surgeries, she got an infection from 1 of the surgeries which caused her to become paralyzed. She said that this was the 1st time she saw her daughter smile since she was diagnosed with cancer four years ago. It was at that moment that I decided that if I was able to have such an impact on these children's lives I wanted to continue doing it and make a positive impact in the world.https://www.instagram.com/p/BhRdbCRl2p8/?taken-by=batmanrealaccountIs there a car that the kids love the most?The younger kids love when I visit in my Batmobiles- GTR or the Matte Black Ferrari 488 spider. But the older kids love the Lamborghini Aventador because the doors go up.Have there been any moments that have stood out while taking them for rides?Every moment that I take the kids for rides stands out. However, the most impactful story is the one that I told above.How do the parents react?The parents always give me so many blessings and tell me that they can't thank me enough or repay for the kindness that a show to their kids. However, it is I who truly benefits the most since I love seeing the kids so happy by the time I leave their hospital room or outpatient treatment center.https://www.instagram.com/p/BjFRB9jHngA/Is there a new car on the horizon for Batman?I'm currently in the market for a new car to use for the kids. I'm debating between a McLaren and the Ferrari California T. The kids would love the McLaren because it looks really cool when the doors are opened. However, the Ferrari has a back seat so I can take 3 kids and the car at one time.https://www.instagram.com/p/BjiDWqcnKvf/?taken-by=batmanrealaccountDo you have any advice for anyone who would like to follow your path?I would tell them that even if you don't currently have the financial ability to buy an exotic car, you can still make a big difference in the world. Kindness is something that everyone can afford to give. Even the smallest act of kindness can have a much larger ripple effect than you can ever imagineI created my Instagram page Batman Real Account so I can hopefully inspire people to become kinder.

By Tommy Gorman – June 17, 2018

Sabine Schmitz: Queen of the 'Ring

Cute and courageous, Sabine Schmitz is known as the Queen of the ‘Ring. Schmitz is a professional German motor racing driver for BMW and Porsche. She has gone around the Nurburgring-about 13 miles long--over 20,000 times and at 19-years-old, had the lap record with 8 minutes and 16 seconds in a Ford Sierra Cosworth. She has never crashed a car going around 147 corners and is the first woman to win the 24 Hour Race twice. Schmitz is without a doubt inspirational, free-spirited and loves a thrill. She is known for her appearances on BBC’s Top Gear, including the time she lapped the 'Ring in a Ford Transit van. In a Porsche 997 GT3 RSR, Schmitz set a new lap record for a non-turbocharged car at 7 minutes and 7 seconds. Needless to say, she knows Nurburgring like the back of her hand. Follow Sabine on Facebook Follow Sabine on Instagram Sabine grew up in Nurburg, Germany. She first became a big deal when she drove the BMW M5 Ring Taxi. Her company, Sabine Schmitz Motorsport, teaches drivers the advanced aspects of racing and also offers a taxi service for passengers on the 'Ring. Schmitz has an enormous amount of respect for the track and isn’t intimidated by it's dangerous corners. “Fear disturbs my concentration,” says Schmitz. “That’s why I stay focused. Having focus clears my mind. I feel like I can accomplish anything.” On top of her Nurburing accomplishments, Schmitz is also a helicopter pilot and loves scuba diving. She also has her own TV show in Germany called DMotor, similar to Top Gear. This is one woman who likes to go fast and can go fast with focus, determination, and confidence. She’s likable, sharp and not afraid to live life on the edge of the racetrack.

By Andrew Nabors – June 01, 2018

A Dozen Exotic Cars Perfect For National Doughnut Day

On the way to work today, many of us noticed several donut establishments crammed with the law. Officers in blue seem to appreciate a good confectionary as much as we do, so now is the perfect time to do a few donuts. In honor of National Doughnut Day, we have a dozen cars that are perfect to make smokey spins.McLaren SennaWhy: It has viewports in the doors so you can navigate your way through your tire smoke. Oh, and do it for Ayrton! They are on their way to the US, so in the meanti,me our dealers will be happy to discuss the 720S with you.Browse McLaren 720S For SaleKen Block's (Anything)Why: Any of the Hoonigan builds are made for destroying rubber in an epic fashion! His latest is the wild AWD Ford Focus, so click this link to find out more!Find Your Focus RS Here!Black Pontiac Trans-Am Why: If you want to run blocker for bootleggers, you could distract all the officers with a convoy of Krispy Kremes. If you don't like the disco-era 1977 examples, our friends at Trans Am Depot will build you a new one.Find Your Pontiac Trans Am HereRichard Petty's Daytona Winning Plymouth SuperbirdWhy: Our friend Tod Werner owns Statement Marine, and he has a Mopar collection that will take your breath away. Richard didn't believe it was the race winner until he got behind the wheel. This is the 1970 Daytona 500 winner, fully restored. Imagine spinnin' in circles in this iconic car.Pristine Plymouth Roadrunners For SaleFerrari LaFerrari Why: because hybrids produce less harmful pollution. Tire smoke is safe right? Plus we have a new one downstairs that needs a good spin. The LaFerrari Aperta is just as capable, but the burning rubber might ruin your hair.Look @ These LaFerraris!Lamborghini Murcielago Why: It has a massive V12 and All Wheel Drive. And if is a stick shift, Murci Murci Me!Browse Lamborghini Murcielago For SaleDiesel Chevy Silverado HD on 40"s Why: Because Fab Fours did not lift this truck. It has stock suspension to keep you safe and preserve your warranty. The Duramax Diesel is backed by an Allison transmission, an indestructible powertrain.Search Silverados For SaleBRABUS G Wagen Why: 850 twin turbo horsepower is sent to three locking differentials. What more could you ask for? Bodo Buschmann built brutal Geländewagens Browse Brabus G-Wagens For SaleFerrari F12 on ADV.1 Wheels Why: Because the F12berlinetta is a 731 hp masterpiece that needs regular exercise. And you could be its trainer!Browse Ferrari F12berlinetta For SaleBackdraft Racing Roadster (in your living room)Why: Inside donuts require a bit more effort, especially when it comes to the Homeowners Association. Nothing says you made it like a Backdraft Racing Cobra.Backdraft Racing Roadsters For SaleBugatti (Veyron or Chiron) Why: Four turbos and sixteen cylinders. And if you have a Veyron the cost for new tires is $17,000, then you must pay $70,000 to have them mounted at the factory in France. This might be the most expensive donut ever.Browse Bugatti For SaleAston Martin Vantage Why: The new Vantage from Aston Martin is an elegant English Grand Tourer, but that doesnt mean it cant slide with the best of us. Driving an Aston Martin looking out of the side window is on my bucket list.Find Your Aston Martin Vantage HereDale Earnhardt Jr's Daytona 500 CarWhy: Because the restrictor plate that is mandated for Daytona & Talladega was removed, so this car makes around 900 horsepower. We had it on display for a few months and was quite unlike anything else in the collection. It was hard for us not to take it out back for a couple of spins.Those are the 12 cars we would choose, but in the old days a baker would usually give you one more for the road. So our choice for the Baker's Dozen is:Your Boss's Car! We don't recommend doing this in your boss's car, but our CEO decided to show us what the Audi R8 V10 is capable of.Browse Audi R8 For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – May 14, 2018

2018 Convertibles for an Exotic Summer

If you haven't been outside lately, it is getting toasty. Here in the Sunshine State, we are not allowed to experience Spring or Autumn. The forecast called for 94 degrees today, so it's time to get the drop-tops ready for summer. If you have never owned a convertible, perhaps you should reward yourself with one of these. Here are our picks for the best 2018 convertibles, spiders, spyders, and even roadsters. Sorry Mazda fans, the Miata did not make the cut this year....Ferrari 488 SpiderThe latest convertible to wear a Scuderia Shield has a folding hard top. Powered by a twin turbo 3.9 liter V8, it offers 661 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. Only 110 lbs heavier than the 488 GTB Coupe, it offers 50% more downforce than the 458 Spider.Great Deals on Ferrari 488 SpiderLamborghini Huracan SpyderRetracting hard tops are pretty to watch, but Lamborghini takes a more conventional approach. The Huracan Spyder is a V10-powered raging bull with a cloth top. The well-engineered system is insulated and automated. It was first used by the Audi R8 Spyder, and it was a flawless design from day 1. It is the only car on this list offered in 4 styles. Your Huracan Spyder can be 580 horsepower with rear wheel drive, 640 horsepower with All Wheel Drive, or the wild Performante Spyder. It will reach 60 mph in 3.1 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph.Find Your Lamborghini Huracan Spyder HereMcLaren 570S SpiderRule Britania! The only carbon fiber chassis on this list belongs to the McLaren 570S Spider. It is has mid-mounted 3.8 liter V8 with twin turbos. It has a cockpit from the future along with 562 horsepower & 443 lb-ft of torque. It is the only convertible in their Sports Series, and it has more technology and engineering than cars twice its price.Many McLaren 570S Spiders To Choose FromHow To Sell A Ferrari 458 Italia Online Porsche 911 Targa 4SIf you haven't seen the disappearing roof on the latest Porsche 911 Targa, you are truly missing out. The rear glass raises to allow the roof to perform acrobatics.Porsche Targa 4S For SaleAston Martin Vanquish VolanteWhen advanced aerodynamics meets handbuilt quality, you have Aston Martin's flagship. The body panels are hand-laid carbon fiber, with weaves meeting at right at right angles. The 6.0 liter V12 sends 595 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque to a rear-mounted 8-speed automatic. You will be a 60 mph in 3.5 seconds on your way to a top speed of 201 mph.Browse Aston Martin Vanquish Volante For SaleRolls-Royce DawnThe Dawn is not a convertible Wraith. They share similar lines, but the manufacturer wants everyone to know that a 80% of the parts are specific to this stunning model. The largest car on this list also has technology not found anywhere else. The tranmission cues from GPS, downshifting just before you hit the twisties. For the ultimate version, the Black Label edition has carbon fiber wheels and 593 horsepower/620 lb-ft of torque.Find Your Rolls-Royce Dawn Bentley Continental GTCAs the arch-rival to the Dawn, Bentley's Continental GTC can be had in V8 or W12 power levels. Every example is All Wheel Drive. Porsche and Audi contributed to the design, as the suspension is a hevily reinforced version of the Panamera. With the roof down you are limited to 189 mph, but it will go 195 with the top in place. The twin-turbo 6.0 liter W12 makes 616 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, but if you are thrifty the V8 offers 26 mpg.Bentley Continental GTC For SaleMercedes-Benz AMG GT RoadsterThe recently announced AMG GT S rounds out the trio of drop-top AMG GT models. The top model is the AMG GT C, and it offers 550 horsepower from a 4.0 liter twin turbo V8. It leaps to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph. Rear wheel steering and active suspension are as close as you can get to a convertible AMG GT RSearch Mercedes-AMG GT ListingsDid we forget your favorite drop top? Tell us what you think of these in the comments below.

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