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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 – February 26, 2018

RETNA Ferrari F430 Art Car for Sale

Art cars always hold a special place on duPontREGISTRY.com. They come in all makes and models, and a variety of different artists create them. Today, we get to talk about a Ferrari F430 Challenge car that was turned into an art car by Marquis Lewis, also known as RETNA.RETNA is known for his art that was inspired by Egyptian hieroglyphics and calligraphy from Asia and the Middle East. His styling can be seen across the body of this custom Ferrari in the form of unique patterns created out of white paint. Underneath the paint is a body that had been custom fabricated with carbon fiber. Essentially, every panel with paint on it is made out of carbon fiber.Now, this Ferrari art car is up for sale through Ferrari Maserati of Fort Lauderdale. You can see more of the car and contact the dealership for more information by clicking the button below.View Listing

By Edward Jones – February 07, 2018

1 of the 29 Porsche RUF CTR2's is for Sale

Over at McLaren Scottsdale, they host a wide range of unique exotic cars. Don't believe me? Then check out this 1995 RUF CTR2 that they just listed on duPontREGISTRY.com. This German supercar was designed as a successor to the iconic CTR Yellowbird and was built from 1995-1997.Top 10 Reasons Why To Buy Porsche 918 SpyderBased on the 993 Generation of Porsche 911, the CTR2 is able to produce 520 hp and 505 lb-ft of torque. That power can rocket the rear-wheel drive from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and to a top speed of 217 mph. At the time, the CTR2 was one of the fastest production cars on the road. Jaguar XJ220? Ferrari F50? The CTR2 could outrun them both, and look stylish while doing so. Only 29 examples of the CTR2 were produced during its heyday and now one of them is for sale in Arizona. To learn more about the car, click the button below.View Price and MoreSupercars for Sale

By Edward Jones – January 16, 2018

Black on Black BRABUS G800 for Sale in U.S.

Last year, in 2017, we wrote about the first BRABUS G800 being up for sale in the United States. Now, in 2018, we get the opportunity to write about another G800 for sale, but this time it comes with an even more menacing appearance.This example comes with a black-on-black appearance, similar to what you'd find on a "murdered out" car. Joining the SUV's black body panels on the exterior are carbon fiber trim panels that serve both form and function.Inside is an interior that mirrors its exterior with black and carbon fiber trimming. Of course, no luxury car would be complete without fine leather with diamond-quilting on the seats. BRABUS also included an illuminated door sill with the brand's logo, as well as a little plaque on the gear selector that identifies the SUV's model.BRABUS 850 BUSCEMI Edition Edition Revealed Being BRABUS-made, this SUV comes with a list of engine upgrades that make it more formidable that if it were a stock Mercedes-AMG G65 (612 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque). Thanks to new turbos, external wastegates, active exhaust, a tune and more, this BRABUS G800 is capable of producing 800 hp and 1,047 lb-ft of torque. Although, the computer is modified so the torque is limited to 811 lb-ft, which is still a wild figure.For more information, be sure to click the link below.View Listing

By Edward Jones – January 05, 2018

Street-Legal McLaren P1 GTR for Sale

McLaren created only 58 examples of the P1 GTR, all of which were not street-legal. For owners who wanted to drive the P1 GTR on the road, they had to have the car converted for regulatory standards. Tom Hartley JNR, a U.K. dealership, is currently offering a street-legal version of the P1 GTR. The owner of this specific hypercar ordered it with the iconic McLaren F1 Lark livery. This McLaren is a true one-of-a-kind considering its design and road-going capabilities. The dealership is offering the P1 hypercar with its original flight case that includes diagnostic equipment, racing wheels, racing tires, racing exhaust and car cover. They're also including the original handbooks, spare key, and factory invoice. If you're interested, click the button below to view the listing.View Listing

By Edward Jones – December 22, 2017

Only Java Green Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith for Sale

Green paint is pretty common on supercars like Lamborghinis, but it's definitely not common on luxury cars. Take Rolls-Royce automobiles, for example. Sure, you can get these cars in the standard colors but you'll rarely find them in bright, vivid shades. Breaking away from the mold is a Java Green Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith that's being sold by Rolls-Royce La Jolla. This is the only car currently painted in this color and it's completely bespoke. This truly is a unique car. Don't believe me? Even the President of Rolls-Royce asked Rolls-Royce La Jolla who spec'd the car because he liked how outside of the norm it is. For more information, contact Rolls-Royce La Jolla by clicking the button below.Learn More and Contact

By Edward Jones – December 19, 2017

Arancio Anthaeus Lamborghini Huracan Performante for Sale

Up for sale at Lamborghini Palm Beach is a 2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante that's only traveled 39 miles since new. That's right, Lamborghini's most extreme supercar is up for sale with barely any miles. This example is finished in Arancio Anthaeus (orange) with twin black stripes. Inside is a Nero Ade (Black) interior with orange accents to match its exterior. More importantly, under the hood is a powerful 5.2-liter V10 engine capable of 640 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. That's enough power to rocket the car around the Nurburgring circuit in 6:52.01. Want the fastest Lamborghini to ever ring the 'Ring? Look no further. Click the button below for more details.View Listing Exotic Cars for Sale View Lamborghini Huracan For Sale in Los Angeles, CA

By Edward Jones – December 15, 2017

Nocturne 2018 Bugatti Chiron Opportunity

St. Louis Motorcars is currently offering a stunning example of the 2018 Bugatti Chiron for sale. This Chiron, which could be sitting in your garage, is finished in the deep and mysterious Nocturne paint with Spirit Blue Effect for the trim and wheels.The result is a hypercar that would look devilishly handsome in the midst of the night. Inside is a dark cabin that mirrors the exterior. Precision quilting on the seats awaits the driver, as well as a steering wheel with blue accents for the mode selector and "Engine Start" button.Whoever buys this car will own a hypercar that houses an unbelievable quad-turbocharged 8-liter W16 engine that's capable of producing 1,479 horsepower. This engine sees a 25 percent increase in performance when you compare it to the Veyron. That's enough power for a top speed of 261 mph and a 0-60 mph of just 2.5 seconds.https://www.facebook.com/dupontregistryautos/videos/10155763544958256/Think you could handle it? Then click the button below to learn more and possibly get yourself one of the most intense and beautiful cars ever created.If you're interested in ordering your own Bugatti Chiron, St. Louis Motorcars is also taking customer orders on the hypercar. After the initial non-refundable deposit of $250,000, you'll start the exciting adventure that is customizing your future Bugatti. To learn how to inquire about ordering your own, click here.View Listing

By Edward Jones – December 07, 2017

Nero Daytona LaFerrari for Sale in California

A hypercar black stallion is currently up for sale courtesy of Ferrari Beverly Hills. This example of Ferrari's finest is finished in Nero Daytona with a carbon fiber roof and wheels painted to match the body. Inside is a Rosso interior that provides a red/black color theme. The only color you'll find other than a shade of black or red is yellow in the Scuderia shield.View the 2016 LaFerrari SpecsIt comes in pristine condition, having traveled 180 since new. Provided with the purchase of the car are spare keys, manuals, LaFerrari books, battery charger, car cover and an everlasting smile that you won't be able to wipe away.From our Exotic Car Buyers Guide: "Not only is the LaFerrari one of the highest performance road cars Ferrari has ever produced, but it couples its 6.3-liter V12 with a 161 horsepower hybrid system. With a combined 949 horsepower and over 663 pound-feet of torque, the LaFerrari tops its cutting-edge engineering with efficiency, power, and stunning designs to make this loaded gun of a car very comfortable to drive."For more information on this rare hypercar, be sure to click the button below to view its listing.View the Listing

By Edward Jones – October 31, 2017

Spooky Exotic Cars for Halloween 2017

Halloween costumes are great and all, but nothing is better than an exotic car that can double as a spooky ride. Below are a few vehicles that could make your Halloween attire look better than ever before. Whether you're looking for an all-black rugged SUV, sleek Italian supercar in orange or even an intense hypercar in a two-tone black and orange color scheme, you'll find your ghoulish ride below. 2018 McLaren 720S View Listing and Price 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV View Listing and Price 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS View Listing and Price 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S View Listing and Price 2017 Bentley Bentayga View Listing and Price 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS View Listing and Price 2015 Terradyne Gurkha RPV View Listing and Price 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 BB View Listing and Price 2015 McLaren P1 View Listing and Price 2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta View Listing and Price 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 View Listing and Price 2012 Bugatti Veyron View Listing and Price 2018 McLaren 570S Spider View Listing and Price 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder View Listing and Price 2018 Bentley Bentayga View Listing and Price

By Andrew Nabors – October 25, 2017

2015 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Final Edition To Be Auctioned

Back in the 60's two Mercedes-Benz engineers decided to dive into the aftermarket. Mr. Aufrecht and Mr. Melcher joined forces to build wild versions of production cars. Slowly, Mercedes-Benz management realized they should probably bring them back into the business. Fast forward to 2010. AMG is ready to launch their first production car. To celebrate AMG becoming the performance division of Mercedes-Benz, they were given a blank sheet to design the ultimate German Grand Touring car.The result was a modern interpretation of the classic 300SL Gullwing, and it made the SLS AMG one of the most celebrated cars of the modern era. Just as the classic SL spawned a roadster, so did the new SLS. Mr. duPont ordered one in Alubeam Silver, and it was the centerpiece of our collection from 2012 to 2014. The SLS AMG GT Roadster was such a hit that it was built from 2011 to 2015. It was the last great triumph of their classic 6.3 liter V8. Pulling out all the stops, it used big cams and high compression to make 583 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.A well-insulated cloth top can be raised or lowered in 11 seconds, and it operates at speeds up to 31 mph. Only a few options were available, which is why this example is sought after. First is the Bang & Olufsen audio system. The 11 speaker system has two subwoofers integrated to the frame cross members. Tuned to the resonance of the chassis, they produce low range sounds unlike any car before or since. The system is known as BeoSound AMG, and it will rock your world. The second necessary option is the AirScarf. You might not want a warm breeze from the headrest blowing around your neck, but it works like a force field of warmth in top-down driving.To celebrate the end of an era, the SLS AMG GT Roadster Final Edition was unlike anything before. Limited to 350 examples, they used the exposed carbon fiber aerodynamic features of the SLS AMG Black Series along with several bespoke interior upgrades. Contrast stitching and Alcantara accents set it apart from the crowd. The $18,00 option was meant for collectors needing a new centerpiece. That is why Mecum sought it for a primetime spot in their Las Vegas auction. Click the link below for all the details and stay with is for all your Mecum coverage.Learn More

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