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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 – February 16, 2023

Lamborghini Partners With TOD'S On A New Luxury Lifestyle...

Automobili Lamborghini and Tod’s announce the partnership of luxury leather goods, shoes, apparel and accessories. As a pinnacle brand for Italian design and performance, Automobili Lamborghini creates a luxurious lifestyle centered around its passion for engineering and producing some of the most powerful supercars on the planet. With heritage being the inspiration behind its push toward the future, Lamborghini continues to collaborate with other influential Italian brands that embody similar craftsmanship and values. Automobili Lamborghini is proud to announce its newest partnership with luxury footwear professionals at Tod's. MUST-READ: The Top 10 Automotive-Inspired Sneakers For The Ultimate Driver With Style Tod's began its venture into the fashion sector more than 50 years ago with a passionate and visionary artisan at the lead. Made for the ultimate driver with extraordinary taste, Tod's selection of shoes, belts, bags, and accessories coincide with the same premium materials featured in Lamborghini's incredible interiors. Showcasing a sneak peek at some of the new footwear styles between the two leading companies, we are excited to see some of the automotive-inspired styles soon to come. Shop all of the current offerings from Tod's by clicking on the link below. Shop TOD'S View All Lamborghini For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 15, 2023

Lamborghini Announces Its 60th-Anniversary Calendar Of Ev...

Lamborghini is doing its 60th right. It was on May 6th, 1963, when the Lamborghini company was first officially established, and since then, 60 years have passed. In those six decades, Lamborghini quickly became one of the world’s greatest automotive names, and has been credited for laying out the blueprints for the modern supercar, and pushing forward automotive style, design, and luxury in ways that the entire industry is still affected and informed by to this day. With some of the world’s most celebrated supercars and even Super SUVs in its portfolio, Lamborghini has a lot to celebrate as it turns 60, which is why the brand has announced a busy calendar of events to ring in the anniversary. MUST READ: The Last-Ever Lamborghini “Pure” V12 Cars Are The New Invencible and Auténtica One-Offs It all starts in Suzuka, Japan for the Lamborghini Day Japan - 60th Anniversary event. After that, the Fighting Bull brand goes to Silverstone in England on April 29th for an expected crowd of 300 Lamborghini owners at Lamborghini Day UK. On May 28, the 60° Anniversario Giro Tour will take place at Bologna’s main square, and a 60th Anniversary Giro event is also planned to take place in the U.S. this summer. In September, a 60th-Anniversary iteration of the Giro China event will be held, and in Italy, a classic-car-only 60th Anniversary Polo Storico Tour will take place. In Rome, the first Lamborghini Festival will be held in October at the Vallelunga Circuit, and at the same venue, Lamborghini will also hold the Grand Finals of the Super Trofeo Lamborghini. Throughout the year, Lamborghini clubs in 24 countries all over the world will represent the brand in its 60th Anniversary year, and together, they’ll make for a special year for one of the car industry’s most special names. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 09, 2023

Lamborghini Starts Delivering The New Countach LPI 800-4 ...

With more than 100 builds to go, make sure to check back in to duPont REGISTRY to see the other amazing Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 deliveries. The iconic Lamborghini Countach first shocked the automotive scene more than 50 years ago when it was revealed to the public at the 1974 Geneva Motor Show. Since then, Lamborghini made waves by announcing a limited-production line of the new Countach LPI 800-4 at The Quail: A Motorsport Gathering in 2021. Lamborghini is proud to be in full production of the new Countach and its exclusive series of only 112 chassis at the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, of which some have safely made it to the forever homes of anticipated owners. MUST-READ: 2022 Lamborghini Countach Price, Specs, Photos & Review Lamborghini has opened its configuration process to give Countach LPI 800-4 owners complete when speccing their dream builds, resulting in some of the most incredible designs we have ever seen. So far, we have seen modest combinations that pay homage to historic brand examples, along with stunning one-of-one models that incorporate colors and materials outside Lamborghini’s traditional design palette. View all the current Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 deliveries by clicking on the links below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY as more lucky owners get the call that their Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 hypercars have arrived. View All Lamborghini For Sale Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Arrives In Japan Lamborghini LEARN MORE The New Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Delivered In New York Manhattan Motorcars LEARN MORE Two New Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4s Delivered At Monterey Car Week Lamborghini LEARN MORE Lamborghini of Salt Lake City Takes Delivery Of The Only Verde Hermés Countach LPI 800-4 TheStradman YouTube LEARN MORE Lamborghini Palm Beach Takes Delivery Of An Incredible New Countach Lamborghini Palm Beach LEARN MORE Lamborghini Houston Receives A Giallo Elivigar Countach LPI 800-4 Lamborghini Houston View Lamborghini Houston Inventory

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 07, 2023

Lamborghini Joins RHUDE On L.A.'s Runway For Its Second F...

With a Grigio Lamborghini Huracán STO front and center at RHUDE's runway show, the lineup derives inspiration from Italian design and perfromance. Since first announcing its new creative partnership at Art Basel 2022 in Miami, Automobili Lamborghini and Rhude continue to showcase their similarities through high-end fashion collections. Rhude founder and creative director Rhuigi Villaseñor expresses his love for all things Lamborghini in the all-new Fall/Winter Collection. The second menswear line made its official debut in Los Angeles during the Rhude Fall/Winter 2023/2024 fashion show, which took place on a rebuilt service station set in the heart of Hollywood. MUST-READ: Lamborghini Palm Beach Takes Delivery Of An Incredible New Countach A Lamborghini Huracán STO with a maxi Rhude logo kicked off the runway show as the push-start ignition fired up the monstrous 5.2L Naturally-Aspirated V10 engine. Models stole the show as they strut through Rhude gas pumps sporting short-cut racing and varsity jackets, bomber jackets, cargo pants, denim work pants, sweaters and sweatshirts, maxi scarves, duffle bags, buckets, beanies, and baseball caps. The capsule collection will be available from autumn 2023 on Rhude’s website, select stores, and through the Lamborghini Store online shop. View all current Lamborghini Huracán STO examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. View All Lamborghini Huracán STO For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 06, 2023

The Last-Ever Lamborghini "Pure" V12 Cars Are The New Inv...

The Lamborghini V12 makes its finale… again. Weeks remain until Lamborghini undergoes a radical transformation as a brand, ditching for the first time ever its “pure” naturally aspirated V12 engine in favor of a hybrid flagship which is just on the horizon. However, the incredible engine has spent around 60 years being the hero of Lamborghini’s most amazing cars, and its incredible contribution to the flagship cars of such an incredible brand is something that the automotive world’s Fighting Bull wants to very seriously make sure is not underestimated, which is the reason why the Aventador Ultimae was considered the production finale of the engine, the Essenza SCV12 was considered the track-only finale, and now, the new Lamborghini Invencible and Lamborghini Auténtica are together the one-off finale of the iconic Lamborghini V12. MUST READ: Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Vs SVJ: Which is Better? The Invencible is a coupe, and the Auténtica is a roadster, and only one of each will be made. Lamborghini Centro Stile left no holds barred while styling the cars, which is why the designs of both take Lamborghini’s signature design language to the max, and use plenty of inspiration from the brand’s other raucous creations. Inspiration from cars like the Essenza, Reventon, Veneno, and Sesto Elemento can be immediately seen, while the more ubiquitous brand symbols like hexagonal shapes are seen throughout, most prominently in the triple-hexagon taillights of both. The true finale of the incredible Lamborghini V12, both the Invencible coupe and the Auténtica roadster are equipped with the brands famous 6.5-liter V12 engine, producing nearly 770 horsepower and 531 lb/ft of torque. As this finale can’t be postponed any longer, Lamborghini had to make sure its very last “pure” V12 cars were truly memorable, and these two one-offs certainly are. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 03, 2023

Lamborghini Palm Beach Takes Delivery Of An Incredible Ne...

With Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4's finally reaching the hands of anticipated owners, we can't even begin to guess the color combinations we will see next. Reviving one of its most influential supercars ever created, Lamborghini shocked the automotive world after announcing the production of the all-new Countach LPI 800-4. As we start to see a portion of the limited 112-unit series roll off the production line, it's clear that the lucky new owners didn’t hold back when speccing out their dream configurations. The team of professionals at Lamborghini Palm Beach is excited to document the delivery of this breathtaking Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4. MUST-READ: Lamborghini of Salt Lake City Takes Delivery Of The Only Verde Hermés Countach LPI 800-4 In The World Allowing the sharp lines of the new Countach to do the talking, this build features a stealth-like gloss black finish with a set of bright gold sport wheels that add contrast to its design. The added flare continues as the scissor doors open to reveal a vibrant red monochrome interior, paying homage to past other classic Countach examples from the 80s. Showcasing itself as the most powerful production Lamborghini ever created, the Countach LPI 800-4 harnesses over 803 horsepower from its hybrid-assisted 6.5L Naturally-Aspirated V12 engine. With more variations of the limited-series hybrid supercar finding their forever homes, we are more than excited to see the next head-turning specs. View all inventory from Lamborghini Palm Beach on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. View Lamborghini Palm Beach Inventory Source: Lamborghini Palm Beach

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 03, 2023

Lamborghini Redesigns U.S. Showrooms After Record 2022 Sa...

U.S. Lamborghini dealers enter 2023 eager for more success. Recent years have seen Lamborghini experience a transformational level of success, and in 2022, it has continued on that pace with a year of record-breaking sales for the Italian supercar brand. With plenty of wind in its sails, as Lamborghini enters 2023, the brand's new design aesthetic has been imbued into dealerships in the United States that have now opened, ready to show off a new and changing Lamborghini brand and excite existing and new clients to experience the brand’s incredible cars. MUST READ: Deliveries Begin For The New Lamborghini Urus S The United States accounts for the lion’s share of Lamborghini’s sales, with 2,721 American deliveries of Lamborghini cars in the record 2022 year, an increase of 10% compared to 2021’s number. California followed by Florida are the two highest performing states for Lamborghini’s American sales. In 2023, Lamborghini hopes to build on that success with a transformed model lineup. With the introduction of the Urus Performante, Urus S, and Huracan Sterrato, as well as with the impending introduction of the Aventador’s replacement, Lamborghini has its sights set on reaching a level of success we’ve never seen before. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 26, 2023

Deliveries Begin For The New Lamborghini Urus S

The new Lamborghini Urus S hits the road. The first four years of the Lamborghini Urus were an incredible success. With its incredible luxury, practicality, and of course Lamborghini performance, the Urus remains the most popular of the Fighting Bull brand. However, towards the end of last year, a new chapter opened for the Super SUV, not only with the introduction of the even more potent Urus Performante that achieved a record at Pikes Peak but also with the reveal of the Urus S, the evolution and replacement for the original Urus. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus Price, Specs, Photos & Review Finally, deliveries have begun for the new Urus S all over the world, with examples seeing the light of day across the globe, showing off the design and performance enhancements that the Urus S introduced, including new wheels, new design details, and beautiful new two-tone interior configurations that are available for the new model. With these new available features, including more than 60 available exterior colors, the owners of the new Lamborghini Urus S will be able to have unique customizations of their Super SUVs, making their looks more personal and varied than they ever have been before. With deliveries beginning now, we’ll begin to see how different Urus S owners implement their personal style on Lamborghini’s incredible luxury performance SUV. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 20, 2023

Lamborghini of Salt Lake City Takes Delivery Of The Only ...

Featured in a stunning dark green finish with gold wheels and a brown interior, it's safe to say that this will forever live on as one of the greatest specs. Shaping itself as one of the most legendary poster cars in history, the Lamborghini Countach quickly evolved from an 80s icon to a modern marvel with the release of its LP1 800-4 predecessor. As Automobili Lamborghini continues to roll each of the 112 chassis off its Sant'Agata Bolognese factory line, anticipated owners are beginning to take deliveries of the most powerful production Lamborghini ever made. In the most recent video uploaded by The Stradman, the automotive influencer visits his home dealership of Lamborghini of Salt Lake City to witness the unboxing of a very special Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4. MUST-READ: 2022 Lamborghini Countach Price, Specs, Photos & Review In a wooden crate sent straight from Italy, the owner of Lamborghini of Salt Lake City was ecstatic to finally receive his $2.7 million Lamborghini Countach with over $150k in additional options. This Countach LPI 800-4 is the only one in the entire world to feature Lamborghini’s breathtaking Verde Hermés exterior finish, with a set of gold wheels that contrast beautifully against the deep metallic green. Inside, the 21st-century Countach reveals a sophisticated brown leather interior with plenty of carbon fiber trim components. Headed straight to the shop for its pre-delivery inspection, The Stradman hops inside to show viewers an unclose look at Italian perfection. With a handful of Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 examples already delivered, we are excited to see some of the incredible specs to come. View all current Lamborghini Countach models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. View All Lamborghini Countach For Sale Source: The Stradman

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 20, 2023

Lamborghini's 60th Anniversary Is Celebrated With A New M...

Lamborghini celebrates 60 years of history in the best place to do that: its museum. It was in 1963 when Lamborghini was first founded, which means that this year will be the brand’s 60th anniversary. For the entirety of that time, Lamborghini has been responsible for making some of the world’s most desirable supercars with unmistakable design, unbeatable performance, and undeniable luxury. On its 60th anniversary year, the brand has transformative changes on the horizon, having said goodbye to not only the Aventador itself but to the “pure” naturally-aspirated V12-powered flagship supercars from the brand as a whole. The Aventador’s upcoming replacement is coming very soon, and it will serve as a major part of an entire year of 60th-anniversary celebrations for the brand. MUST READ: Why This Pair Of Lamborghini Aventador SVJs For Sale Is The Investment Opportunity Of A Lifetime To kick off the anniversary year, Lamborghini has revitalized its museum: the Museo Automobili Lamborghini in the brand’s hometown of Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy. The museum features a new design and layout, and a new special exhibition for the anniversary, which is called “The Future Began In 1963.” The exhibition lays out a narrative, taking its visitors on a journey through the chronologically-ordered history of the Lamborghini brand, starting in 1963 and showing Lamborghini’s early triumphs, with cars like the 350 GT, Miura, prototype Countach, and the iconically controversial LM002. It then goes into contemporary legends like the Diablo, Murcielago, Aventador, and more, and shows the incredible rarities from Lamborghini like the Reventon, Sesto Elemento, and Veneno, and more recently, the Sian and Countach LPI 800-4, the two cars which foretell the future of Lamborghini as it begins to explore electrification for future performance. As a new and very different Lamborghini approaches, fans of the brand can look back on everything that led up to the Lamborghini we know today. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

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