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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 Emet Evjen – February 02, 2024

Ferrari 812 GTS: Drive The Open-Top V12 Prancing Horse

This open-top V12 grand tourer is an instant Ferrari classic with timeless appeal. Ferrari and the V12 engine are an iconic pairing that many automotive enthusiasts have adored for decades. The Ferrari spider is just as iconic because there's nothing quite like driving around with the open air flowing overhead. When you mix the Ferrari V12 engine with the spider silhouette, you end up with phenomenal models like the 812 GTS. This front-engined V12 spider is a rare and exceptionally stylish Ferrari that has become very sought after by fans of the automaker and those who enjoy a pure driving experience. If you happen to be someone looking for a Ferrari 812 GTS for sale, scroll down below to see some incredible examples looking for new owners. As a front-engined V12 Ferrari Spider, the 812 GTS is the first in Ferrari's model lineup since the 365 GTS/4 "Daytona" Spider from 50 years ago. While special limited front-engined V12 models had open tops, the 812 GTS marks the return of a legendary Ferrari formula. What is the price of the Ferrari 812 GTS? Factors to consider include the fact that the 812 GTS is a convertible and also newer than the 812 Superfast, so expect to pay a premium compared to this car's coupe counterpart. Prices can go from above $500,000 to much higher, even in the $800,000 range once you look for models that have non-traditional finishes or were made though Ferrari's Tailor Made program. How does the Ferrari 812 GTS compare to the Ferrari 812 Superfast? GTS stands for "Gran Turismo Spider," and it is Ferrari's way of saying that the 812 GTS is in fact a convertible. The 812 Superfast is its coupe sibling, and while it does have the name "Superfast" the performance between the two cars is quite similar. Where can I buy a Ferrari 812 GTS? duPont REGISTRY has been the source for supercars since 1985, and anyone looking to buy a car like the Ferrari 812 GTS would do well by searching duPont REGISTRY for Ferrari 812 GTSs for sale. Below are just a few of the many available. View All Ferrari 812 GTSs For Sale 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2023 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS View Listing Buy Searching for a Ferrari 812 GTS to buy? duPont REGISTRY has hundreds of Ferrari 812 GTSs for sale right now, including some of the rarest Ferrari 812 GTSs ever created. To view them all, click the button below to shop all Ferrari 812 GTSs for sale. Shop Best Ferrari 812 GTSs For Sale Sell Do you own a Ferrari 812 GTS and are interested in selling it? duPont REGISTRY is the number 1 source for private sellers to list and or sell their Ferrari 812 GTS. Click the button below to view listing options. Learn How To Sell Your Ferrari 812 GTS

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 09, 2023

Tailor Made Verde Bottiglia 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS For Sale

Showcasing elements outside of Ferrari's official catalogue, this configuration stands out as a true one-of-a-kind. For luxury car collectors and enthusiasts, front-engine V12 Ferrari models take the cake as some of the significant examples to leave the production facility in Maranello. The now non-traditional process of relocating the engine presents a completely different look and feel, seen on the desirable open-top Ferrari 812 GTS. The prancing horse professionals at Ferrari of San Francisco are proud to present this stunning 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS as part of its extensive inventory of new and pre-owned supercars. Shying away from heritage colors like Rosso Dino, this Ferrari 812 GTS features an immaculate Verde Bottiglia finish courtesy of the bespoke Tailor Made division. Its deep metallic green paint contrasts beautifully with the additional lightweight gloss carbon fiber exterior components, providing optimum aerodynamics at high speeds. A set of factory 20-inch bronze-painted sport wheels draw attention to Ferrari’s carbon ceramic brake system by BREMBO. MUST-READ: The Best Ferraris You Can Buy Today Inside, the creative team at Ferrari Tailor Made matched the drive-focused interior to the aggressive exterior of the 812 GTS. A pair of sports bucket seats are layered in Verde Bottiglia Alcantara with vibrant touches of orange piping and stitching. Hints of orange leather find their way throughout the cabin, making their mark on the dash trim, sports steering wheel, center console, and floorboard. The Ferrari 812 GTS delivers an astonishing 788 horsepower to its rear wheels using a 6.5L Naturally-Aspirated V12 engine. A sophisticated seven-speed dual-clutch transmission manages its 530 ft-lbs of torque, which launches the Ferrari 812 GTS from 0-60 in only 3.0 seconds. This 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS is currently available on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. View Price And Listing

By duPont REGISTRY – October 11, 2022

113-Mile 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS Up for Sale

The Ferrari 812 GTS is part of a dying breed. Powered by a naturally-aspirated 6.5-liter V12, it is one of the best-sounding and most rewarding drop-top experiences currently available. Up for sale is a Tailor Made Ispirazioni Edition GTS listed by Ferrari of San Diego. It's finished in Rubino Micalizzato with a Connolly Luxan Grain interior and shows just 113 miles on the clock. As part of Ferrari's Tailor Made program, this GTS features polished wheels, Connolly Luxan Grain leather on its dashboard, silver leather on its seats and door panels, and Mahogany wood inserts. It is one of the most elegant GTSs we've seen to date and is in like-new condition. This vehicle still offers subtle hints of carbon fiber in its front bumper inserts, exterior sill covers, rear bumper, sides, and rear diffuser, which nicely complement its dark exterior shade. A titanium sport exhaust, rear camera, front suspension lift, passenger display, Apple CarPlay, and HIFI premium audio system are part of this car's lengthy optional extras list. For specific pricing details, please contact Ferrari of San Diego at (877) 425-6316 or click the link below to check out their complete inventory of available vehicles. View Price And Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 15, 2022

Check The Spec: Ferrari 812 GTS Finished In Verde Germogl...

A chance to own a true one-of-one 812 GTS spec unlike any other on the road. Front engine Ferrari models take fans of the prancing horse back to its beginning as an automotive manufacturer, with iconic examples like the Ferrari 125S paving the way for future endeavors. Now generations later, Ferrari continues its celebration of the front engine V12 with exclusive production series like the 812 GTS. The Italian supercar professionals at Ferrari South Bay are proud to showcase this truly unique 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS as part of its growing inventory of high-desirable luxury automobiles. Finished in Verde Germoglio With what seems to be an extensive color palette of red shades available in Maranello, the exterior of this 812 GTS features a stunningly non-traditional Verde Germoglio finish. The vibrant green theme accentuates the aggressive body lines of Ferrari, showcasing every air inlet and exterior carbon fiber component that helps add to the 812 GTS’ performance. Being the perfect open-top Targa, the Italian supercar comes fit with a paint-matched retractable hardtop that sits flush for a more private driving experience. Highighting contrast against its head-turning design, the build also includes a set of factory 20-inch forged matte grey racing wheels with a yellow carbon-ceramic brake package. Carbon fiber ground effects shed weight while adding a new look to the front lip, rear diffuser, and rear diffuser. With the production of the 812 model ending, this will almost surely go down in Ferrari history as a 1-of-1 configuration, and will most likely be the only 812 ever painted in this special color. Cuoio Alcantara with Verde 839 Accents While the outside screams modern Ferrari, the interior layout portrays a classic Ferrari touch with a twist. The driver-focused cabin sticks out with a pair of standard carbon fiber racing seats layered in Cuoio Alcantara with black inserts, which incorporates Verde 839 into the prancing horse emblem on each headrest. Along with a matching lower dash, door card inserts, center console, and floor mats, the use of green also makes its way into the contrast stitching and the ‘812 GTS’ logo on the floor mats. With a nod to racing and its involvement in motorsport, the 812 GTS uses the same carbon-fiber interior components seen on state-of-the-art race cars. The interior styling offers a modern comfortable space with everything one would need for any on or off-track driving. 6.5L Naturally-Aspirated V12 (789hp/530ft-lb) The heartbeat of the 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS is driven by the brand’s famous 6.5L Naturally-Aspirated V8, an engine platform that generates over 789-horsepower and 530-pound-feet of instant torque. A sophisticated 7-speed Magna dual-clutch transmission manages the power output of the 812 GTS, launching it from 0-60mph in just 3.3-seconds. This 2022 Ferrari 812 GTS from Ferrari South Bay is currently available on duPont REGISTRY for $798,500 by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more luxury lifestyle news and Check The Spec specials. VIEW PRICE AND LISTING Source: LOKI Basecamp

By Edward Jones – February 17, 2021

2021 Ferrari 812 GTS in Grigio Silverstone for Sale

With just 107 miles on its odometer, this 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS being offered by Marshall Goldman is in absolutely pristine condition. It rides on 20-inch forged diamond turned alloy wheels and is finished in the striking Grigio Silvertone paint. Yellow brake calipers and the Scuderia fender shields contrast perfectly against the finish, creating a perfect appearance for this Italian convertible. Inside is a Cuoio leather interior that is both sporty and luxurious, thanks to the blend of fine leather and bare carbon fiber trim. Marshall Goldman notes that this 812 GTS is loaded with options, including previously mentioned options as well as the carbon fiber exterior components, adaptive headlights, titanium exhaust pipes, chrome Cavallino on the fuel cap, "size large" carbon fiber racing seats, Charcoal Alcantara interior details, Alcantara inserts, stitched headrests and a lot more. For more information, be sure to click the button below. Sell My Ferrari 812 GTS: Get a Cash Offer View Listing

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