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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 Gabriel Vega – December 06, 2021

Why To Buy the 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO

It is no secret that the Lamborghini Huracan is nearing the end of its production run. Introduced as a 2014 model, the Huracan is already seven years old. Throughout its lifespan, we've seen countless special editions and track-oriented versions, such as the Performante. However, for 2021, Lamborghini decided to go all out and produce what is truly a racecar for the road with the 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO. The STO in the name stands for Super Trofeo Omologata, which tells us that this new track-day weapon is a homologation special of the brand's Super Trofeo Evo and GT3 Evo racecars. This close relationship to its motorsport counterparts gives the STO tremendous aerodynamic advantages. For example, at 173 mph, the STO generates up to 935 lb of downforce in its most aggressive setting. While most of its aero is fixed, the STO offers a manually adjustable wing that allows the driver to fine-tune the driving experience. " width="680"> In the middle of the STO, you'll find one of Lamborghini's most iconic engines, a naturally-aspirated 5.2-liter V10. In the STO, the V10 pushes out 640 hp and 417 lb-ft of torque. This allows the STO to rocket to 60 mph in less than 3 seconds and continue to a top speed of 192 mph. To help you slow back down, the STO benefits from a set of carbon-ceramic brakes that are up to 60% more resistant to wear than regular brakes. 2021 Lamborghini Huracán STO First Drive Review: A True Track Day Special While the STO is a special version of the Huracan, it isn't a limited edition model. With a starting price of $327,000, it certainly commands a premium over the "standard" Huracan. However, given its significant performance improvements, it's hard to deny the appeal. At the time of writing, there are fewer than 20 available STO's for sale on duPont REGISTRY. The most expensive example has an asking price of $649,996. Check them out below. Sell My Lamborghini Huracan: Get a Cash Offer Lamborghini Huracan STOs For Sale

By Edward Jones – December 03, 2021

Rosso Corsa 2021 Ferrari SF90 Stradale For Sale

Get behind the wheel of Ferrari's exquisite new hybrid supercar. Ferrari's expertise in the hybrid realm is well-founded thanks to their work with Formula 1 engines. They have taken their knowledge of partially electrified powertrain and brought it to their road-going cars, producing cars like the LaFerrari, SF90 Stradale, and 296 GTB. If you're looking to experience a Ferrari hybrid system for yourself, there's no better place than in the seat of this SF90 Stradale that's up for sale at Mark Motors in Texas. It dons a Rosso Corsa paint finish while a black and Azzurro Santorini interior contrast terrifically. This SF90 boasts a long list of options that certainly make it a target for buyers. These options include the blue brake calipers, suspension lifter, Cavallino stitched on the headrest in Nero, carbon fiber steering wheel, Scuderia shields, full electric seats, and more. On top of those desired options, this SF90 only has 413 miles on its odometer. You can learn more about this 2021 Ferrari SF90 Stradale by clicking the button below. View Price and Listing

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 02, 2021

Rare 2022 Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition For Sale

The opportunity to own a piece of true Formula One heritage is here, and that’s beside the fact that this 2022 Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition is a car to covet on its own. This car takes the incredible dynamism of the Vantage and dials it up with an increased 527 horsepower and an aerodynamics kit that delivers both killer looks and killer performance. Finished in a classic and verdant Aston Martin Racing Green with an Obsidian Black interior, this Vantage F1 Edition for sale at Aston Martin Beverly Hills, part of the O'Gara Coach Company, is a surefire modern classic and a perfect addition to any avid F1 enthusiast or automotive connoisseur’s garage. This is the Aston Martin Vantage for the driver who demands the best, and not only is this the best Vantage that Aston Martin has to offer for the 2022 model year, this Vantage F1 Edition is a, meaning every thrill that you can experience in this car, you can experience with the roof down. If you like a fast, powerful, dynamic car, F1 and British Racing heritage, and a little (a lot) of wind in your hair, the 2022 Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition Roaster is definitely a car that dreams are made of. Sell My Aston Martin: Get a Cash Offer Now For more information regarding this rare Aston Martin, click the button below to view its online listing by Aston Martin Beverly Hills | O'Gara Coach Company. View Price and Listing

By Edward Jones – November 26, 2021

Incredibly Rare 2020 Bugatti Divo For Sale - 1 of 40 Ever...

Presented by Legendary Motorcar Company. When the Bugatti Divo was unveiled in 2018, it immediately became the most extreme production vehicle they had ever conceived. With a striking yet functional design and an eight-liter W16 that’s capable of 1,479 horsepower, the Divo excels in power, aerodynamics, and style. As a badge of honor, Bugatti touted that the Divo was 8 seconds quicker around the nardo circuit than the Chiron. That's quite the difference in times. Sell My Bugatti: Get a Cash Offer https://blog.dupontregistry.com/for-sale/incredibly-rare-2020-bugatti-divo-for-sale-1-of-40-ever-created/ While the Bugatti Divo was sold out almost instantaneously, Legendary Motorcar Company has one up for sale. Only 40 examples were ever produced worldwide and said to be 1 of only 8 North American delivered cars. They were offered only to Bugatti’s most exclusive clientele and were sold out in one day. This USA-delivered example is highly optioned, well-specced and complete with a specially requested $600,000 USD exposed carbon exterior. It displays two different carbon colors, Titanium Carbon with a Black Carbon accent down the centerline of the Divo. The stunning interior is finished in two colors with the driver’s side finished in Divo Racing Blue and the passenger side in Divo Grey that is split with an elegant illuminated center console. The headrests are embroidered with the famous Bugatti Dancing Elephant logo which was another $6,000 USD option. The wheels are finished in the matching Titanium Grey/Diamond Cut complemented by EB logo center caps in Divo Racing Blue. This is one of the most striking specs of any Divo, it looks menacing and elegant all at the same time. It comes absolutely like brand-new with only delivery miles on its odometer. View Online Listing

By Edward Jones – November 26, 2021

2021 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak For Sale

Presented by Private Seller - If you live your life a quarter-mile at a time, then the chance to own this car is the chance of a lifetime. This 2021 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak is an instant collector’s item as it is only one of 50 built for the US and Canada. The sold-out 2021 Dodge Challenger Mopar Drag Pak was engineered for grassroots drag racers competing in sanctioned NHRA and NMCA sportsman classes. This vehicle is serial #42, was built by Watson Racing as a joint project from the factory, and is new, never raced. It was built for one purpose: blasting down the strip as fast as possible. This takes the work out of building and tuning a drag car, and gives you a passport straight to the tarmac. " width="680"> This is the quickest, fastest, and most powerful Drag Pak ever built and has been hand-assembled using suspension, chassis, and powertrain components that utilize the latest in drag racing technology. At the heart of the new Drag Pak is the latest evolution of the supercharged 354-cubic-inch Gen-III HEMI® V8 engine, based on the same power plant that won the 2018 NHRA Factory Stock Showdown (FSS) and NMCA Factory Supercar championships. Numerous enhancements include an all-new 3.0-liter Whipple twin-screw supercharger, upgraded forged internals, a new front accessory drive, and a new fabricated aluminum ice tank with a clear lid that cools the supercharger intercooler. The engine combination has been fully validated by Dodge//SRT® and Mopar engineers on the dyno as well as the drag strip and is approved for the NHRA and NMCA classes. The 2021 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak is the minimum-effort, maximum-pleasure method of not only getting onto the drag strip as quickly as possible but also winning. All 2021 Drag Pak vehicles are not street legal, do not have a VIN, and are for track use only. For more information on the specifications for this exclusive vehicle, reach out to the private seller before you miss your chance to own a turn-key race car that is already a collector's item. View Listing

By Edward Jones – November 24, 2021

2017 Dodge Viper ACR For Sale - Serial Number 1

A perfect car for low VIN collectors. Up for sale right now at Graham Rahal Performance is the Serial Number 00001 2017 Dodge Viper ACR Extreme Aero. It comes with an Anodized Carbon Matte finish with GTS stripes, a black interior, and the GTS interior package. Included in the GTS package are the Alcantara headliner, Sabelt premium leather seats and SRT steering wheel. Graham Rahal Performance notes that the exterior paint is fully protected by a protection film, allowing the stunning finish to live in perfect condition for many years to come. Whoever purchases this car will not only be getting a low VIN example of the insane 2017, Viper ACR Extreme Aero, they will be getting an absolute monster of an American car. This Viper is powered by an 8.4-liter V10 engine that pumps out 645 horsepower, allowing it to run from 0 to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds. What's more, the aero kit on the supercar consists of parts like the adjustable dual-element rear wing and they all provide an enormous amount of downforce. With plenty of power and downforce at the ready, this 2017 Dodge Viper Extreme Aero is ready to take on any track that it's taken to. For more information, be sure to click the button below. View Price and Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 04, 2021

The Top Discovered on dR This Week

This week's most unique finds for sale discovered on duPont REGISTRY. Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. Today, we have compiled a list of the best Discovered on dR vehicles available for sale on duPont REGISTRY this week. Click any of the links below for more information on the current listings. 2010 Bugatti Veyron View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster LP-640 View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2006 Ford GT View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2020 Rolls-Royce Cullinan View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2020 McLaren Sabre View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2016 Radical RXC View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 1995 Ferrari F512 M View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing 2018 BRABUS E800 View this post on Instagram A post shared by @discoveredondr View Listing For more News, Check out The Top Discovered on dR This Week

By Edward Jones – October 29, 2021

Five Incredible Porsches from Trissl Sports Cars Heading ...

Porsches are some of, if not the most sought-after sports cars in the world and have been for decades. Thanks to the 911 and the many generations that the model has experienced, collectors and enthusiasts have many different Porsche sports cars to choose from. If you happen to be someone that's looking for a Porsche to add to their collection, check out the five incredible examples from Trissl Sports Cars that are heading to auction on October 30, 2021. You can view each of them down below. 2011 PORSCHE 911 (997) TURBO S PDK COUPE Learn More 1973.5 PORSCHE 911T Learn More 1996 PORSCHE CARRERA 4S Learn More 1958 PORSCHE 356 SUPER CABRIOLET Learn More 1973 PORSCHE 911E COUPE Learn More

By Edward Jones – October 27, 2021

The Best C8 Corvettes You Can Buy Today

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By Edward Jones – October 27, 2021

This Kobe Bryant Homage 2021 TechArt Turbo S Cabrio is a ...

A perfect car for a fan of the legend. TOYZ autoart has just unveiled a 2021 TECHART Turbo S Cabrio that has been made as an homage to the late and great Kobe Bryant. This very special car features Paint to Sample Viola Metallic that's contrasted by yellow trim and brake calipers. The exterior has also been upgraded with the complete TECHART Aerokit with all the carbon fiber upgrades. The Techart 20 and 21-inch Formula VI forged wheels are finished in a custom brushed and bronze powdercoat. When it comes to power, this 911 features TECHART's 720 horsepower engine package and valve-controlled exhaust system. There are also many special nods to Kobe Bryant found through the exterior and interior of this supercar. These include the "24" center lock caps, bespoke interior embroidery, and purple/yellow stitching. To learn more about this one-of-a-kind supercar, be sure to click the button below. View Price and Listing

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