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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 Jordan Aquistapace – May 10, 2021

Discovered On dR: 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari

The Iconic Hybrid Ferrari Hypercar Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. This stunning 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari is currently available through Fusion Luxury Motors out of Chatsworth, California. The LaFerrari is finished in a Nero Daytona on the exterior, while the interior is presented in a vibrant red and black leather combination. Value is protected as this vehicle only has 849 miles, with all battery services and maintenance completed. This high-optioned LaFerrari is only 1 of 120 US Market chassis, making the black exterior paint job a highly collectible asset for any Ferrari enthusiast. Check out the 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari available at Fusion Luxury Motors by clicking on the duPont REGISTRY listing link below. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram For more Discovered On dR, Check out Discovered On dR: 1984 Honda Zoe Zipper View Listing Media Source: duPont REGISTRY

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 07, 2021

Discovered On dR: 1984 Honda Zoe Zipper

Automotive history in a small package Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. This 1984 Honda Zoe Zipper is to be offered at no reserve during RM Sothebys' 'Handle with Fun' event, May 5-12th. It is a single-seat vehicle with 50-cc two-stroke Honda motorcycle engine reportedly capable of 100 miles per gallon, and a top speed of 45 mph. The Honda Zoe Zipper also features a fiberglass body and convertible top, completing the automotive vision from the 1980s. For more information on the 1984 Honda Zoe Zipper listed on duPont REGISTRY click the link below. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram For more Discovered On dR, Check out Discovered On dR: 1-of-1 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster View Listing Media Source: duPont REGISTRY

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 06, 2021

Discovered On dR: 2017 Lamborghini Centenario in Blue Cep...

A grail Lamborghnini in a head-turning spec Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. Available through Lamborghini Newport Beach of California, this 2017 Lamborghini Centenario Roadster is only 1 of 20 produced in the world and is presented in a vibrant Blue Cepheus and Blu Hera exterior color. The Lamborghini Centenario is powered by a massive 6.5L V12 producing 759hp coupled with a 7-speed semi-automatic transmission that work together to propel the car from 0-60mph in 2.8 seconds and then onward to a top speed of 217mph. This example is currently listed on duPont REGISTRY with only 543 miles on it. For more information and pricing on this 2017 Lamborghini Centenario from Lamborghini Newport Beach, click the listing link below. View Listing Media Source: duPont REGISTRY

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 05, 2021

Discovered On dR: 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S in PTS Acid Green

An exclusive Porsche in an exclusive color Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. This head-during 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S is part of the most recent release of the highly anticipated 992 generation. The 911 Turbo S is presented in paint to sample Acid Green exterior color, a special order option from the Porsche factory in Germany. A 3.8L Twin-Turbocharged 6-Cylinder delivers 640-horsepower and 590-ft lbs of torque to the 911 Turbos S Exclusive Design wheels. This 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S is currently available at Euro Car with only 3,760 miles for $299,999. Clicking the link below to view this 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S on duPont REGISTRY. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram For more Discovered On dR, Check out Discovered On dR: 1-of-1 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – May 04, 2021

Mecum Auctions Heading To Orlando With Over 1,000 Cars Fo...

Mickey Mouse can't compete with this excitement! July in Central Florida strikes many by surprise. While International Drive attracts tourists who swelter in the heat, the temperature will be wild at the Mecum Summer Special. Our attendance at Orlando car shows is decent, but our largest display will soon be eclipsed by over 1,000 classics and collectible cars. The Mecum Summer Special will take place over the weekend of July 29th. Situated at the crossroads of Universal Studios and International Drive, you and your family will have a few hundred hotel options along with a dozen theme parks. This location is less than 30 minutes from the Mecum Kissimmee (the world's largest car auction). As always, the live stream will be here and on YouTube, but it has a few seconds of delay built-in. So that's why you need to be there, don't miss out on great deals and fast-paced auction action, and we'll see you there! Browse Mecum Consignments

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 04, 2021

Discovered On dR: 1-of-1 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren R...

A chance to own a true one-of-a-kind example Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. This magnificently unique 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is one of two examples currently available through Driving Emotions out of Miami, Florida. The Roadster features special order paintwork from the factory in Elfenbein (Ivory) with a 300SL Red Silver Arrow leather interior. The color is matched from a 1955 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing. This Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster is the only one known to exist in the world painted in this head-turning color combination. View the listing from Driving Emotions by clicking the link below for more information. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram For more Discovered On dR, Check out the 2018 Ligier JSP2 View Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 03, 2021

Discovered On dR: 2018 Ligier JSP2

The track-ready monster looking for a new garage Recently, We created Discovered on dR as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the rare and unique finds listed on duPont REGISTRY. This 2018 Ligier JSP2 is turn-key and race-ready, featuring a Judd HK V8 engine paired with an Xtrac 626B 6-speed sequential gearbox. This car finished 2nd in the 2014 Le Mans 24 hours. It won the 2016-2017 Asian Le Mans championship. It won the most races (2 out of 4) in the 2018-2019 Asian Le Mans championship. The car last competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans where Sir Chris Hoys drove the car with Michael Muneman and Andrea Pizzitola to 12th in class. The 2018 Ligier JSP2 racecar is currently available through P1 Corsa for $499,900 by clicking the listing link below. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram For more Discovered On dR, Check out the 1957 Custom Hot Rod View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – April 30, 2021

Best Exotic Cars For Sale by Owner of the Week – 4/30/2021

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By Andrew Nabors – April 30, 2021

The Hottest Cars You Should Buy This Week

Every day, we're posting up exotic, luxury and classic cars for sale on our Instagram page - @dupontregistry. In this article, you'll see the ten hottest and most reacted-to posts from the previous week on our Instagram, which you can find below. However, don't forget to check out our page to see the countless other impeccable cars that are posted each and every day. Or, if you have something specific in mind, click the button below to browse all exotic cars for sale. Shop Hottest Cars for Sale 2008 Bugatti Veyron #121⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/COROt3Yjzth/ View Listing 2021 McLaren 765LT⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/COOwxR6DEVa/ View Listing 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/CONsOJ4Mdi7/ View Listing 2021 McLaren 765LT⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/CONXh0LMyEV/ View Listing 2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante https://www.instagram.com/p/COL-VOLA6_D/ View Listing 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible https://www.instagram.com/p/COIHEDEgTOV/ View Listing 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider https://www.instagram.com/p/COG7gnWJO_b/ View Listing 2020 Lamborghini Huracan Evo https://www.instagram.com/p/COFpH3kDdUF/ View Listing 2019 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/CODEbLwLF8Q/ View Listing 2017 Ferrari F12tdf https://www.instagram.com/p/COB4yOaHlW7/ View Listing There you have it. You picked these, so tell us which one you want in your driveway in the comments below and have a great weekend.

By Andrew Nabors – April 27, 2021

GAA Classic Cars April 2021 Results

Greensboro scorched the record books! Our friends at GAA Classic Car Auctions began as a small outfit, pulling in consigments from across the Piedmont-Triad. After years of unprecenedted growth, their April event surpassed all expectations. As an encore of February, they saw a 95% sell-through rate this month. Last weekend we wittnessed 175 cars listed at no reserve from the collection of the late Ron Jones of Greenville, Tennessee. The hottest bidding came Saturday night, as a numbers-matching Hemi Superbird sold for $345,600. Reverend Franklin Graham stopped by for the invocation and to remind us about Samaritan's Purse. Once again, GAA employees and attendees raised over $100,000 for the charity. If you missed the action on MAV TV, their youtube page is a great place to catch the highlights. Be sure to join us in Greensboro for the weekend of July 22nd for more fast-paced family-friendly fun! View Auction News

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