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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 Khris Bharath – June 10, 2026

Rare Fayence Yellow 2005 Porsche Carrera GT Listed on duPont REGISTRY

A 2005 Porsche Carrera GT with 10,644 miles, finished in Fayence Yellow (Paint Code: 1C1 / Fayencegelb), is now available on duPont REGISTRY through Graham Rahal Performance. Those in Porsche circles should be aware that the color is the variable that separates this car from the majority of the 644 US-delivered examples. GT Silver Metallic accounted for more than half of the total Carrera GT production of 1,270 units worldwide, produced at Porsche's Leipzig plant in Germany. Fayence Yellow only made up 89 examples, making it one of the rarest standard-color specifications in the entire model run. Of the 89, it is believed that only 44 made it to North America. On a car whose collector value is driven as much by specification as condition, the color alone changes the conversation entirely. The Carrera GT, of ofcourse, traces its origins directly to Porsche's abandoned LMP2000 Le Mans prototype program. That project's powerplant found its road car purpose here, bored and stroked to 5.7 liters for 605 horsepower and a 205 mph top speed. No paddle-shift option existed, no stability control, and no electronic safety net. Just an evocative V10, a heritage-inspired beachwood shifter in the middle, and a drivetrain honed by none other than two-time world rally champion and Porsche works driver Walter Röhrl. Porsche fitted Ceramic Composite Brake discs on all four corners and developed a specific set of Michelin Pilot Sport tires for the car. As we detailed in our Carrera GT Market Spotlight, the analog purity that once drew mixed reactions from critics is precisely what drives serious collector demand today. Having celebrated 25 years last year, the Porsche has continued to keep the CGT relevant and has made it even safer by developing a brand-new tire set with Michelin. At 10,644 miles, this particular example with some additional upgrades and yellow accents in the cabin, is a well-driven one, which in the Carrera GT market carries its own premium. Having said that, a Fayence Yellow car with documented road miles and a coherent ownership history is a considerably rarer thing. The full specification, service records, and additional photographs are available in the listing on duPont REGISTRY. For further context on how the Carrera GT compares to Porsche's subsequent halo car, our Carrera GT vs. 918 Spyder comparison covers both in depth. <- Gallery -> View Listing Images: Graham Rahal Performance, Porsche

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By Tyler Rampersaud – November 02, 2022

This 2004 Porsche Carrera GT For Sale Is A Living Legend

Porsche’s modern legend could be yours. Because of how desirable, unique, powerful, iconic, and not to mention beautiful the Porsche Carrera GT is, it’s not often that you’ll see one up for sale. However, if you’ve been wanting one of the most legendary pieces of recent automotive history, your opportunity has arrived. This 2004 Porsche Carrera GT for sale from Dimmit Automotive Group is the opportunity of a lifetime for any enthusiast or collector. MUST READ: The New 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster And 718 Cayman Style Editions Offer Bold Looks With stunning looks that are impossible to dislike, this Carrera GT is finished in silver with a brown leather interior that combines edgy futurism with touches that pay homage to classic racing legacy. Its mid-mounted V10 engine is formidably powerful even 18 years later, and with only 1,833 miles, this car simply could not be more collectible. Available from Dimmitt Automotive Group through duPont REGISTRY, view the price and listing for this amazing 2004 Porsche Carrera GT by clicking below. View Price And Listing

By Emet Evjen – June 28, 2022

The Best Porsche Carrera GTs You Can Buy Today

The Porsche Carrera GT is an icon through and through, and it deserves a spot in your collection. The birth of the Porsche Carrera GT was made possible thanks to many factors. This includes the success of the Cayenne, motorsport expertise, and the desire to create a new Porsche supercar. First, there was the Porsche Carrera GT concept car that was on display at the 2000 Paris Motor Show. After receiving an abundance of interest, Porsche decided to go ahead with the production of the Carrera GT, and the first example was delivered at the beginning of 2004. Since the production of the Carrera GT has ended, the supercar has held a special place in the automotive timeline. Its design, raw power, and rarity all combine to make the Porsche supercar a perfect gem for any collection. Below are some extraordinary examples of the Carrera GT that are currently for sale. Scroll down to check them out for yourself. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2004 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing 2005 Porsche Carrera GT View Price and Listing Shop All Carrera GTs For Sale

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 27, 2022

Check The Spec: 2005 Porsche Carrera GT Finished In PTS S...

An opportunity to own the only paint-to-sample Signal Yellow Carrera GT in the world! While the automotive industry embodies progression through generations of brands and models, some vehicles stand out in history as examples that define a moment in time. The Carrera GT presents itself as that moment in history for Porsche, pushing performance and technological boundaries to become one of the greatest modern classic supercars. The dedicated team at Graham Rahal Performance of Brownsburg, Indiana is proud to showcase this magnificent 2005 Porsche Carrera GT as part of its inventory of exclusive and exotic cars. The Porsche Carrera GT began its production 2004, with a total of only 1,500-units available worldwide. Finished in Paint-to-Sample Signal Yellow With only a handful of factory colors to choose from when Porsche first released the Carrera GT, this configuration (Chassis #911) features a stunning Paint-to-Sample Signal Yellow exterior finish. The deep golden tones differentiate itself from the more commonly seen Fayence Yellow, making a true 1-of-1 in the world. The museum-grade example includes a removable top that stores conveniently in the diamond-stitched frunk, quickly transforming the Carrera GT into an open-cabin Targa. Lightweight aftermarket multi-spoke sport wheels replace the stock forged magnesium set, utilizing its color-coded center lock system to keep the wheels on the appropriate side of the car. Adding contrast to its design, the build sheet includes Porsche’s carbon-ceramic brake package in a vibrant red paint scheme. Black Leather With Gloss Carbon Fiber Accents Using an eye-catching exterior to establish its dominance as one of the best supercars in history, this Porsche Carrera GT presents an interior that boasts sophistication. A pair of fixed sport bucket seats connect the driver and passenger to the track-ready monster, layered in genuine black leather with the Porsche crest proudly stamped into each headrest. The theme of exposed gloss carbon fiber highlights the engineering behind the Porsche Carrera GT, built using a lightweight yet strong one-piece carbon tub. The high-tech material finds its way throughout the center console, door inserts, and dash, with a touch of brushed aluminum to break up the monochrome feel. At the center of the Porsche Carrera GT’s controls is a walnut shift knob, located high than most manual shift areas for more control on or off-track. 5.7L Naturally-Aspirated V10 (605hp/435ft-lb) One of the most memorable aspects of the Carrera GT is the high-pitch exhaust note it makes while revving out at 8400rpm, seemingly capturing the attention of any car enthusiast within a mile radius. The Carrera GT generates 605 horsepower and 435-pound-feet of pure torque from Porsche’s 5.7L Naturally-Aspirated V10 engine platform, managed through a traditional 6-speed manual transmission. With a traction control system more appropriate for an F1 track, the Carrera GT catches traction to achieve an incredible 3.5-second 0-60mph time. This 2005 Porsche Carrera GT from Graham Rahal Performance is currently available on duPont REGISTRY for $2,699,995 by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and Check The Spec specials. VIEW PRICE AND LISTING

By Esteban Larrañaga – June 16, 2022

Porsche Carrera GT in Rosso Fuoco for Sale

Imagine you are a collector of the finest of automobiles and happen to have just about everything in your collection. However, you are missing something German, a Porsche perhaps…but not just any Porsche. The missing piece to your puzzle just happens to be what is arguably the greatest water-cooled mid-engined Porsche ever made, the Carrera GT. That being said, there is a huge reason for you to add one to your collection. Notorious for being extremely dangerous and feared by many respected automotive journalists, the Carrera GT is a naturally aspirated high-revving V10 mated to a manual 6-speed wrapped in a carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Pushing over 600 horsepower out to the rear wheels, this car still keeps up with most supercars of today. However, getting one just isn’t enough for you… You weren’t able to get one ordered new back in 2005. Nor were you able to order it in any of today’s spectrum of colors from all the automotive manufacturers. In fact, if you could have done so, you would have ordered it to match that LaFerrari that you have in the corner of your collection. That leaves the question of ‘What should you do?’ well logically, do it yourself now that you’ve purchased one and that is precisely what the owner of this particular CGT did. Enamored with the color Rosso Fuoco from his LaFerrari, the owner of this originally black Carrera GT had this exact vehicle completely recommissioned. Stripped down to its tub, this car was entirely gone through by the team of Carrera GT specialists at Karosserie in Pennsylvania. Fitted with the last OEM windshield from Porsche, this CGT had everything and anything that needed to be replaced/taken care of, totaling this recommission/sympathetic restoration to over six figures. Available exclusively through duPont Registry, this one-off creation is looking for a new home and is something truly special for the collector of fine vehicles. View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – October 18, 2017

2005 Porsche Carrera GT Heading To Auction

What happens when you find a Porsche LeMans engine on the shelf? You build a car worthy of its abilities. We may never know the true story of the Carrera GT, but it is the result of a racing program that ended up on the street. Porsche's first carbon fiber supercar, the body was inspired by the 718 Spyder from the early 60's. It is street legal in the eyes of the law, armed with a 5.7 liter V10 and a 10,000 rpm tachometer.The flat-plane crankshaft and titanium connecting rods allow it to rev instantly, sending 558 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels. The inboard coil-over suspension allows for individual weight adjustment at each corner. In true racing fashion, the rear bellcranks are integrated with the engine block, which makes for incredible grip & strength.Forget everything you know about driving. The ceramic clutch and inboard suspension were designed for the track. Only 1,270 examples were produced, but many have ended in tragedy and driver error. The odometer reads just over 2,000 miles, which is why the Fayance Yellow paint looks factory fresh. This Carrera GT was part of the Les Quam Collection, and it includes the Prospective Owner's Kit along with all books/manuals. It has no stability control or active handling. It has a giant engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Porsche made a statement to the world. One that will never be repeated. If you feel up to a challenge, this car is heading to Mecum's Las Vegas Auction. Click the link below for more information, & we'll see you there!Learn More

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