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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 – March 25, 2021

Best Private Aviation Options for 2021

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By Jordan Aquistapace – March 23, 2021

Motor Mansions: The Black Diamond Estate

A luxurious lifestyle is complete with large homes on premium landscape, high-end supercars, exotic race cars, and state-of-the-art watercraft. In this special, we pair a lavish home listing with the toys needed to fill the garage. This week, we find ourselves in Carmi, IL on a spacious property complimented with a modernly-styled family estate. This mansion is complete with guest amenities and plenty of space to keep modern supercars and luxury road trip vehicles.Click any of the links below to view the local dealership inventory we'd suggest outfitting this home with, as well as the real estate listing. Luxury Home for Sale duPont REGISTRY Homes Address: 1226 County Road 700 East, Carmi, Illinois 62821, United States Bedroom/Bathrooms: 5/7 Property Size: 19,000 Sq-ft Garage: Attached Price: Call for Price View duPont REGISTRY Homes Listing For the Garage 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Chicago Motorcars Condition: 9,717 Miles Engine: 6.5L V12 Engine Displacement: Mid-Engine Performance: 750hp/509ft-lbs Torque 0-60 mph: 2.8 Seconds Price: $469,800 View Chicago Motorcars Inventory 2018 Porsche GT2RS duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Bentley Bugatti Lamborghini Maserati and Rolls-Royce of Chicago Condition: 2,020 Miles Engine: 3.8L Twin-Turbocharged 6-Cylinder Engine Displacement: Rear Engine Performance: 700hp/553ft-lbs Torque 0-60 mph: 2.6 Seconds Price: $344,841 View All Dealer Inventory 2019 Koenigsegg Regera duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Koenigsegg Chicago Condition: 124 Miles Engine: 5.0L 8-Cylinder with 3 Electric Motors Engine Displacement: Rear Engine Performance: 1,500hp/1,425ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 2.8 Seconds Price: $2,999,000 View Koenigsegg Chicago Inventory For the Road 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Ultimate RV duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Ultimate Toys Condition: Brand New Engine: 2.0 L 4-Cylinder Diesel Price: $149,900 View Ultimate Toys Inventory For more Mansions & Motors, Check out Motor Mansions: Malibu’s Most Modern Supercar Residence

By Edward Jones – March 19, 2021

Best News of This Week You Might've Missed

Every week the duPont REGISTRY DAILY Team strives to provide you all with the best stories and news revolving around exotic, luxury and classic cars, luxury lifestyle, real estate, gear and so much more. Scroll down to check out our weekly news recap and make sure to stay tuned for more next week. Automotive Joe Rogan Talks About His Hennessey Velociraptor 600 On His Podcast The World's Most Expensive Volvo Is for Sale: $20 Million (sponsored) Ferrari of Central Florida Opens Nation's Largest Dual-Branded Dealership 2021 Shelby Super Snake Speedster Arrives With 825 Horsepower RENNtech Makes the 1,000+ HP Family Car a Reality (sponsored) New Pagani Huayra R Arrives Ready to Race View All Automotive News Lifestyle Shop The New Bugatti Lifestyle Collection Available Now Puma Motorsport Releases New Apparel & Accessories For Spring/Summer ’21 Porsche x LEGO Announce The New Porsche Owners Pack Collection With Vintage Ads McLaren F1’s New Hawaiian Tropical Shirt Is Daniel Ricciardo Approved Lewis Hamilton Joins LG SIGNATURE As Its New Brand Ambassador View All Lifestyle News Watches Hublot Releases The Classic Fusion Orlinski In Blue Ceramic The New Carl F. Bucherer Limited-Edition Heritage BioCompax “Reverse Panda” Breitling Announces Its New Select Watch Subscription Franck Muller x BWD x Arsham Studios x King Nerd Unveil A Limited-Edition Casablanca Discover The Limited-Edition Gerald Charles Maestro 2.0 Premier View All Watch News Real Estate Derek Jeter's New Jersey Castle Re-Listed with Reduced Price Tag Tom Cruise's $39.5 Million Colorado Estate Is for Sale Island-Style Living in a $12 Million Bay-View Home Motor Mansions: Malibu’s Most Modern Supercar Residence Top 5 Mansions of the Week View All Real Estate News Marine Antonini Navi Reveals the Militaristic OPV 56 Superyacht Diana Yacht Design Reveals the R.50 Concept Yacht How To Buy A Yacht With Bitcoin (sponsored) View All Marine News

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 16, 2021

Motor Mansions: Malibu's Most Modern Supercar Residence

A luxurious lifestyle is complete with large homes on premium landscape, high-end supercars, exotic race cars, and state-of-the-art watercraft. In this special, we pair a lavish home listing with the toys needed to fill the garage.This week, we find ourselves in Malibu, CA in a one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece placed on a private 2-acre property. This mansion is complete with guest amenities and plenty of space to keep modern super and hyper track cars. Click any of the links below to view the local dealership inventory we'd suggest outfitting this home with, as well as the real estate listing. Luxury Home for Sale duPont REGISTRY Homes Address: 27929 Winding Way, Malibu, California 90265, United States Property Size: 2 Private Acres Bedroom/Bathrooms: 4/4 Pool: Yes Garage: Attached Price: $20,000,000 View duPont REGISTRY Homes Listing For the Garage 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Ferrari Los Angeles Condition: 354 Miles Engine: 3.9L Twin-Turbocharged V8 Engine Displacement: Mid-Engine Performance: 711hp/567ft-lbs Torque 0-60 mph: 2.7 Seconds Price: $599,000 View Ferrari Los Angeles Inventory 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost duPont REGISTRY Dealership: O'Gara West Lake Village Condition: 49 Miles Engine: 6.7L Naturally-Aspirated V12 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 553hp/627ft-lbs Torque 0-60 mph: 4.8 Seconds Price: Call For Price View O'Gara West Lake Village Inventory 2021 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills Condition: 95 Miles Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 577hp/627ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 4.5 Seconds Price: $219,900 View Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills Inventory For the Track 2020 McLaren Senna GTR duPont REGISTRY Dealership: McLaren Newport Beach Condition: 57 Miles Production: 1 of 75 Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8 Performance: 814hp/590ft-lbs Torque Price: Call For Price View McLaren Newport Beach Inventory For more Mansions & Motors, Check out Motor Mansions: The North Carolina French Manor Fit For Exclusive Exotics

By Edward Jones – March 12, 2021

Best News of This Week You Might've Missed

Every week the duPont REGISTRY DAILY Team strives to provide you all with the best stories and news revolving around exotic, luxury and classic cars, luxury lifestyle, real estate, gear and so much more. Scroll down to check out our weekly news recap and make sure to stay tuned for more next week. Automotive Drake Turned a Mercedes-Maybach SUV Into a Luxury Snowplow Bare Carbon Fiber Aston Martin DBS GT Zagato Unveiled at Dimmitt Automotive Group Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini Meets the Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 in Miami 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S 580 Price Unveiled Kevin Hart Shows Off His Ferrari 488 Pista View All Automotive News Lifestyle How To Buy: Puma x Porsche Legacy Statement Pack Spring/Summer ’21 Porsche Design Release Exclusive P’8685 Titanium Sunglasses The Taschen Ultimate Collector Cars Book Series Is Available Now Wheels X Wardrobe: Supersports Style Discover The New Daniel Ricciardo x St. Hugo DR3 Wine Collection View All Lifestyle News Watches Bremont Watches Release A Limited-Edition Jaguar E-Type 60th Anniversary Collection Zenith Debuts the Limited Edition Defy 21 Felipe Pantone Richard Mille Unveils The New Female-Focused RM 07-01 Collection Grand Seiko Releases A $185,000 Limited-Edition Watch To Its Masterpiece Collection TAG Heuer Releases Golf And Wellness Updates For Its Connected Collection View All Watch News Real Estate Stunning 113-Acre Equestrian Estate in the Heart of Horse Country Magnificent Long Island, New York Estate A Mountain Contemporary with High-Tech Upgrades Motor Mansions: The North Carolina French Manor Fit For Exclusive Exotics Top 5 Mansions of the Week View All Real Estate News

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 09, 2021

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By Andrew Nabors – March 09, 2021

2016 Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Specs Reviews and Photos

If you demand the very best, Lamborghini has delivered a world-class supercar. The Huracan Spyder for sale is a harmonious blend of carbon fiber and horsepower endowed with the spirit of a raging bull. The name is a Spanish pronunciation of Hurricane, and it is just a potent with the top up or down. Nothing compares to the power and fury of such a storm, and the Spyder is a Category 5. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Price When the first Lamborghini Huracan Spyder for sale arrived for the 2016 model year, the suggested retail for a well-equipped Huracan Spyder was $287,225. Offering incredible performance for the price, depreciation has not been a factor. Adjusted for inflation, the price of a new Lamborghini Huracan Spyder for sale is actually more affordable than its predecessors. Every Lamborghini Huracan price includes a chassis of bonded aluminum and carbon fiber. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Review Driving the a Lamborghini Huracan Spyder is truly rewarding. Naturally aspirated cars are a dying breed, and its nice to have linear power delivery. The aluminum chassis is reinforced by carbon fiber so it doesn't compromise or complain in the corners. Thanks to a practical interior layout, many Huracan Spyders are used as daily drivers. The engine and transmission have proven to be bulletproof thanks to being engineered for motorsports. Therefore, every Huracan Spyder for sale could be in your collection for a decade of worry-free excitement. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Specs The body and chassis are just as strong as any competitor. Strength was added to the windshield frame along with pyrotechnic rollover hoops to protect the cockpit in case of a rollover. The 5.2 liter V10 is mounted low to provide great handling and preserve the driver's line of sight. The quickest models are AWD, which allows the Huracan Spyder 0-60 to be 3.2 seconds on a consistent basis. All-wheel drive is optional, as are magnetic suspension and dynamic steering. Every Huracan Spyder specs include the ability to perform reliably without expensive maintenance. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder goes Rear-Wheel Drive Specs: Price: $287,225 Engine: 5.2-Liter V10 Transmission: 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Horsepower: 610 Torque: 414 lb-ft Top Speed: Over 201 mph 0-62 mph 3.2 s Curb Weight: 3,399 lbs Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Engine The bullish beast is powered by a 5.2 liter V10. It is a flat-plane design that revs to 8,250 rpm in order to make 610 metric horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque. A compression ratio of 12.7 allows it to meet strict emission controls thanks to the clean burn. It was the first V10 engine to adopt variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust camshafts. Firing at 90 degrees would normally impart a vibration, so they blessed it with a unique firing order. The benefits are not only in smooth running but also an exhaust soundtrack unmatched in ferocity. Being under-square, the long stroke allows each piston more time near top-dead-center. This is where direct-injection made its debut on a V10 gasoline engine. This is also a profound advantage when adding boost, as supercharged and turbocharged Huracan Spyder engines easily offer 4-digit horsepower. Engine Specs: TYPE: V10, 90°, MPI (Multi Point Injection)+ DSI (Direct Stratified Injection) DISPLACEMENT: 5.204 cm3 (317.57 cu in) BORE X STROKE: 84.5 x 92.8 mm (3.33 x 3.65 in) COMPRESSION RATIO: 12,7:1 MAX. POWER: 610 HP (449 kW) @ 8.250 rpm MAX. TORQUE: 560Nm @ 6.500 rpm WEIGHT-TO-POWER RATIO: 2,15 kg/HP (5.14 lb/CV) LUBRICATION: Dry sump EMISSION CONTROL: Euro 6 - LEV 2 Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Transmission The only gearbox is a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. While the predecessor did offer a manual gearbox, the power and grip found in every Huracan Spyder for sale would prove destructive to a conventional clutch. One of the greatest benefits of a dual-clutch is having separate final drive ratios. When considering how power is sent from the engine to the road, it has two differential ratios. First, fourth and fifth gear are multiplied by 4.89, while 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 7th feed a 3.94 gearset. This was done to optimize acceleration while considering the Lamborghini Huracan Spyder engine's torque, drivetrain losses, and aerodynamics at every speed. This is just one reason you should consider a Huracan Spyder for sale. Your only option is rear or all-wheel drive. The latter makes use of a Haldex center differential to send power instantly where it is needed. If lap times are not your goal, RWD makes for better mileage and less weight. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Exterior Oftentimes, the lines of a coupe do not translate well onto a convertible. But Lamborghini has made a world-class drop-top. The bold hexagonal lines of the carbon atom were the inspiration for many of the contours. The well-insulated cloth top can be raised or lowered in only 17 seconds, and it can be done at speeds up to 30 mph. Every form has a function, nothing in the design is arbitrary. VIDEO REVIEW: Lamborghini Huracan Evo RWD Spyder Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Interior The interior of the Spyder is nearly identical to the coupe, but not the Performante. Customers who demand the very best will find diamond-stitched seats, two-tone leather, and microfiber suede. Controls and information are well placed for easy access. Even the A/C vents received proper attention, a rarity in cars in this class. Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Brakes Every Lamborghini Huracan Spyder for sale represents the best braking technology on the market. Changing the driving modes will customize the intervention of the stability system. It makes use of the ABS module to pull the car out of a bad situation. It was not until 2019 that it also gained a bit of torque vectoring. In conjunction with all-wheel-steering, the Lamborghini Huracan Spyder EVO combines the best features of a world-class track car. Every car should have 15" carbon-ceramic rotors that are 1.5" thick, and that is why you need one! Lamborghini Huracan Spyder Standout Features The Huracan Spyder has the best NVH numbers on the market. Noise, Vibration & Harshness are measurements of how much irritation the cockpit feels. Since the frame is incredibly stiff, the suspension performs flawlessly. Double wishbones at all corners are commanded by traditional coil overs or an optional Magnetic Ride system. With no less than 5 flavors to choose from, here are the various Lamborghini Huracan Spyder models: LP 610-4: The first Huracan Spyder arrived with 602 horsepower and all-wheel drive LP 580-2: Detuned to protect the rear axles, this one is rear-wheel drive with 571 horsepower. 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