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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 Tyler Rampersaud – December 15, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2023

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2023, recent memory shows some moments in automotive history that will undoubtedly soon be remembered as iconic and impactful. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2023 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Aston Martin DB11 For our aviation-inspired January 2023 cover, the Aston Martin DB11 is showcased next to an Airbus ACH130 helicopter, whose interior design for the Aston Martin Edition is inspired by the luxury grand tourer. February - Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato The off-road-oriented reimagination of the Lamborghini Huracán, the thrilling Sterrato, was the cover star of our February 2023 issue. March - Cadillac Celestiq Cadillac reimagined its legacy of flagship halo cars for the electric era with the Celestiq, which features incredible luxury features, artisan craftsmanship, bespoke customization, and an eye-watering price tag of well over $300,000. It was our March 2023 cover star. 4.0.3 April - Bugatti W16 Mistral In the final cohort of W16-powered Bugatti models, the Bugatti W16 Mistral was our april 2023 cover star. As deliveries of the model begin, the W16 era of Bugatti is ceremoniously waving goodbye. May - Porsche 911 Dakar Porsche's off-road take on the 911 inspired by classic models that took on the legendary Dakar Rally, the 911 Dakar, was the cover star of our May 2023 issue. 4.0.3 June - Lamborghini Revuelto The Lamborghini Revuelto marked a new era for the manufacturer as it celebrated its 60th anniversary, introducing a new hybrid V12 flagship to its lineup. It was the cover star of our June 2023 issue. July - Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray The first all-wheel drive and first hybrid Corvette, the Corvette E-Ray, was our cover star the July 2023 issue. August - McLaren 750S Replacing the 720S, the McLaren 750S is the latest flagship supercar from the legendary British manufacturer, and it was our August 2023 cover star. September - BRABUS XLP 900 6x6 An ultra-exclusive and dramatic off-road-ready 6x6 based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class was the cover star for our September 2023 issue: the BRABUS XLP 900 6x6. October - Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe, 911 997 Sport Classic Porsche's 911 Classic Club Coupe, along with the 997 variant of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic, was the cover star for our October 2023 issue, showcasing the stunning one-off revival of the 996-generation 911. November - Rolls-Royce Droptail Rolls-Royce unveiled the Droptail, a new few-off that succeeded the Sweptail and the Boat Tail, as an incredibly expensive and exclusive one-of-four convertible with a commitment to luxury that few other cars ever conceived would be treated to. This example features a custom Vacheron Constantin watch in the dashboard, among other stunning approaches to ultra-luxury. 4.0.3 December - Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV The first all-electric take on the Maybach nameplate, the Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV, was our December 2023 cover star. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 08, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2022

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2022, recent memory shows some moments in automotive history that will undoubtedly soon be remembered as iconic and impactful. One highlight of our 2022 magazine covers is the introduction of a reimagined magazine, featuring a new style that our magazines have sported for the past three years. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2022 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Koenigsegg Regera The revolutionary Koenigsegg Regera featured unorthodox and groundbreaking approaches to performance with a hybrid powertrain and direct drive, and the ultra-exclusive hypercar was our January 2022 cover star. February - Cunningham Corvette Anniversary Edition Cunningham Automotive's Anniversary Edition Corvette, a powerful, bespoke, and exclusive take on the C8, was our February 2022 cover star. March - Ferrari 296 GTB Enter a new era of the duPont REGISTRY magazine. Radically redesigned and transformed, our first magazine cover to feature the aesthetic that has remained consistent with duPont REGISTRY since was our March 2022 issue, which featured the Ferrari 296 GTB on the cover. 4.0.3 April - Porsche Carrera GT This Porsche Carrera GT which featured one of the lowest mileages of the legendary Porsche supercar in the world was our April 2022 cover star. May - McLaren Artura Debuting a new hybrid-powered era for the manufacturer's entry-level supercars, McLaren's Artura, which had just debuted around the time, was our May 2022 cover star. 4.0.3 June - Lotus Eletre The Lotus Eletre, the second electric model from a revolutionized Lotus and the first SUV from the manufacturer, featured on our June 2022 cover. July - Chevrolet Corvette Z06 The amped-up Corvette Z06 was highly anticipated for the latest generation of the Corvette, with fans eager to see what a Z06 with an engine mounted amidships would look like. That was shown on our July 2022 cover. August - Mercedes-AMG ONE The Mercedes-AMG ONE, the F1-derived hypercar that toes the line of street-legal status, was our August 2022 cover star. September - Porsche 911 Sport Classic Porsche's 911 Sport Classic, a limited-production collector masterpiece that pays homage to 911s of the past, and debuted just ahead of the 60th anniversary of the 911, was our September 2022 cover star. October - DeLorean Alpha5 October 2022's duPont REGISTRY cover featured the DeLorean Alpha5, a reimagination of the legendary DeLorean that epitomized automotive pop culture. November - Pagani Utopia Pagani's Utopia, long awaited by Pagani enthusiasts, is the third act of its hypercar trilogy, starting with the Zonda, continuing with the Huayra, and culminating thus far with the Utopia. At the center of them all remain crucial guiding principles: a thrilling V12 engine, stunning design that combines artisan craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, a blend of art and science reminiscent of figures like Leonardo da Vinci, and, as icing on the cake for the Utopia, an optional manual transmission. Deservingly so, it was our November 2022 cover star. 4.0.3 December - Ferrari Purosangue Ferrari's Purosangue saw the manufacturer do what few thought it ever would: let an SUV wear the Prancing Horse, although, Ferrari refers to the Purosangue as its first-ever "four-door four-seater." With coach-style rear doors that are power-operated, fully adjustable rear seats, gorgeous styling, and a V12 under the hood, SUV or not, the Purosangue is a Ferrari through and through, and a sensational one at that. The groundbreaking vehicle was our December 2022 cover star. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 01, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2021

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2021, recent memory shows some moments in automotive history that will undoubtedly soon be remembered as iconic and impactful. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2021 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Lamborghini Huracán STO In 2021, our annual aviation guide cover in January featured a Lamborghini Huracán STO in front of a Bell 505 helicopter, showcasing airborne excellence with a supercar derived from Lamborghini's one-make racing series. February - Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition An ode to iconic moments in Porsche history, the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, still a collector-worthy masterpiece from Porsche, was featuerd on our February 2021 cover. March - Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Bugatti's agility and driver-focused Chiron Pur Sport was the subject of our March 2021 magazine cover. 4.0.3 April - Shelby Super Baja The off-road performance-ready Shelby Super Baja truck was the subject of our April 2021 cover. May - Porsche Panamera GTS An undeniable icon in the world of luxury performance sedans, the Porsche Panamera GTS was the subject of duPont REGISTRY's May 2021 magazine cover. 4.0.3 June - Pagani Huayra R Pagani's track-focused Huayra R was the star of our June 2021 magazine cover. July - SVE 750HP California Edition Yenko Camaro Specialty Vehicle Engineering's 750-horsepower California Edition Yenko Camaro was the star of our all-American July 2021 magazine cover. August - Rimac Nevera An all-electric hypercar that would go on to redefine the standards of ultimate automotive performance, the Rimac Nevera was our August 2021 cover star. September - Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Capable of reaching over 300 miles per hour and the world's fastest production car at the time, the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport was our September 2021 cover star. October - Hennessey Venom F5 The Hennessey Venom F5, Hennessey's revolutionary twin-turbo V8-powered hypercar, was October 2021's duPont REGISTRY cover star. November - Bugatti Bolide Created to be the most extreme iteration of Bugatti's W16 powertrain, the Bugatti Bolide is a track-only hypercar that combines Bugatti's monstrously powerful W16 quad-turbo engine with ultra-lightweight construction, incredibly aggressive aerodynamics, and the lack of restrictions that a track-only hypercar offers. The last one has just been completed, but in November 2021, the Bolide was our cover star. 4.0.3 December - Mercedes-Benz G-Class BRABUS 900 The Mercedes-Benz G-Class-based ROCKET 900 is an incredibly powerful, custom, and luxurious take on the G-Class that only BRABUS could muster. It was our December 2021 cover star, wrapping up a year of iconic cars on our magazine covers. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 24, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2020

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2020, recent memory shows some moments in automotive history that will undoubtedly soon be remembered as iconic and impactful. A unique year for the entire world, 2020 brought on a pandemic that was being challenged across the globe, but that didn't stop the automotive industry from making big strides, or duPont REGISTRY from showcasing them. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2020 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado Two custom trucks graced our January 2020 cover, a Harley Davidson Ford F-150, and a Black Ops Chevrolet Silverado. February - Marshall Goldman Inventory Our February 2020 cover featured a spotlight of some of the best cars in the expansive inventory of Marshall Goldman, including the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster, the McLaren P1, the Porsche Carrera GT, the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition, and many more. March - Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, Porsche 918 Spyder, Pagani Huayra Roadster Three open-top hypercar heroes graced our March 2020 cover together: the Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, the Porsche 918 Spyder, and the Pagani Huayra Roadster. 4.0.3 April - Rolls-Royce Cullinan Mansory Widebody A customized, wide-bodied version of the iconic Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the pinnacle of ultra-luxury SUVs, from Mansory, was the cover star of our April 2020 issue. May - Porsche 911 GT3 Cup PCA Edition, Porsche 718 Cayman Clubsport Three racing Porsches were the cover stars together of our May 2020 issue: two years of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup PCA Edition, and the 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman Clubsport. 4.0.3 June - Chevrolet Corvette C8 Hennessey The C8 Corvette was a game-changing addition to the Corvette's legacy as an all-American performance car, wtih a mid-engined layout that catapulted it into supercar status at long last. Hennessey's anticipated take on it was the cover star of our June 2020 issue. July - SVE 1050HP Yenko Camaro Stage II, SVE 750HP GMC Syclone In July 2020, another two SVE creations graced our cover: this time the Yenko Camaro with a Stage II 1,050 horsepower, and a the GMC Syclone, with 750 horsepower. August - Lexus LC 500 Convertible Lexus's LC 500 flagship grand tourer got even better when its open-top counterpart emerged, showcased in all its glory on our sunny August 2020 magazine cover. September - Drako GTE Drako Motors is known for its ambitious and incredibly powerful all electric models, including the quad-motor, 1,200-horsepower GTE which was featured on our September 2020 cover. Unfathomable back then, many manufacturers have since emerged with EVs that boast over 1,000 horsepower. October - Ferrari 250 SWB GTO Engineering This stunning classic Ferrari, the 250 SWB by GTO Engineering, was the cover star of our October 2020 issue. November - Maserati MC20 New at the time of its appearance on our November 2020 cover, the Maserati MC20 has now become a celebrated flagship supercar for the historic brand. It came on the scene proudly wearing the Trident as Maserati's new performance hero, boasting the Nettuno V6 engine for the first time and succeeding the legendary MC12. 4.0.3 December - Mercedes-Benz G-Class BRABUS 800 With a BRABUS boat placed behind it on our December 2020 cover, we showcase the BRABUS approach to an enviable, thrilling luxury lifestyle with its custom G-Class-based SUV. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 17, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2019

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2019, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the recent past, when a car we see as a modern or future classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2019 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - McLaren Speedtail For our magazine covers in 2019, we started off the year with a milestone hypercar for McLaren: the Speedtail. Featuring a unique long-tail aerodynamically optimized design meant to reach as high of a top speed as possible, the Speedtail also features the center driving position and three-seat layout of its predecessor, the McLaren F1. February - Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro One of the most capable, track-focused variants of the first generation Mercedes-AMG GT, the Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro was our February 2019 cover star. March - Lamborghini Huracán EVO The second generation of the Lamborghini Huracán was the cover star of our March 2019 magazine, the EVO. 4.0.3 April - Porsche TechArt GTStreet RS TechArt's GTStreet RS was the cover star for our 2019 anniversary issue, the April 2019 duPont REGISTRY magazine. May - Bugatti La Voiture Noire When it was revealed, it became the most expensive car in the world with its sale, and the incredible one-off Bugatti La Voiture Noire, inspired by the lost Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic "La Voiture Noire," was our May 2019 cover star. 4.0.3 June - Merkury 4 Ford GT, Ford GT Two Ford GT cars, a first generation model and a second generation model, were the cover stars of our June 2019 cover: both sharing the same historically-inspired livery. July - SVE Yenko Camaro, SVE GMC Syclone Two SVE creations graced our July 2019 cover: the Yenko Camaro with an incredible 1,000 horsepower, and a modern recreation of the GMC Syclone, a performance truck with an impressive 455 horsepower. August - BRABUS Mercedes-Benz G-Class A green BRABUS customization of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class was the cover star for our August 2019 issue. September - Ferrari LaFerrari Along with the rare, historic, Ferrari-powered Arno XI racing boat, the Ferrari LaFerrari in yellow graced our September 2019 cover. October - Lexus LC 500 The stunning, V8-powered Lexus LC 500 was the cover star for our October 2019 magazine. November - Ford Gulf Heritage Mustang In November 2019, our cover star was the officially-licensed 2019 Gulf Heritage Ford Mustang. 4.0.3 December - Porsche 911 992 TechArt The 992 Porsche 911 hadn't been out for long, and specialists like TechArt were already giving it custom twists, like this customized Porsche 911 that was the cover star for our December 2019 issue. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 10, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2018

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2018, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the recent past, when a car we see as a modern or future classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2018 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Apollo IE (Intensa Emozione) An elusive V12-powered supercar, the Apollo IE has been the stuff of legend for quite some time now. In January 2018, it kicked off a new year of cover cars for the duPont REGISTRY magazine. February - Lamborghini Urus Now Lamborghini's most popular model and one of the most ubiquitous Super SUVs on the market, the production Lamborghini Urus landed on our cover for the first time in February 2018. March - Hennessey Venom F5 Now well on its way to achieving many record-breaking ambitions of performance and speed, the Hennessey Venom F5 was showcased on our cover as early as March 2018. 4.0.3 April - Porsche TechArt GTStreet R One of the most exciting customizers of Porsche cars, the TechArt GTStreet R was the cover star for our 2018 April Anniversary Issue. May - Ferrari 488 Pista An elevated, track-focused version of the Ferrari 488, hence its Pista suffix, the Ferrari 488 Pista was our May 2018 cover star. 4.0.3 June - Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder Designed for track-ready performance with added open-air thrill, the Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder was the cover star of our June 2018 magazine. July - Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 The pinnacle of the C7 Chevrolet Corvette lineup, the C7 Corvette ZR1 was the cover star of our July 2018 issue. August - Porsche 911 GT3 RS The pinnacle of purist, naturally-aspirated track-ready Porsche performance at the time, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS from the 991 generation was our August 2018 cover star. September - McLaren P1 GTR A special McLaren P1 GTR, specifically the example with the "01" vin, was the cover star of our September 2018 issue. October - Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Prototype Camouflaged at the time, the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ that would go on to be one of the most desirable, collector-worthy, and exclusive variants of the Aventador, was the cover star of our October 2018 issue. November - Lexani EXTV The Lexani EXTV, a custom luxury off-roader based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, was our November 2018 cover star. 4.0.3 December - Porsche 911 Speedster Concept It would eventually emerge for the 2019 model year as a limited-production, purist-focused model, but the Porsche 911 Speedster Concept was a vision of a model that would continue a cherished legacy of Porsche "Speedster" models, one of the most significant hallmarks of Porsche's place in automotive history. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 03, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2017

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2017, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the recent past, when a car we see as a modern or future classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2017 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Acura NSX A legend returned in 2017: the Acura NSX. The new supercar with hybrid and all-wheel drive innovation was shown off on our 2017 cover. February - Ferrari 488 GTB, Ferrari 488 Spider In February 2017, Ferrari celebrated its 70th anniversary with a series of one-offs inspired by historic cars, and two of them were shown off on our cover. March - Aston Martin One-77 This stunning example of the Aston Martin One-77 was for sale at the time it was shown off on our March 2017 cover. 4.0.3 April - Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6 The Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6 truck was our April 2017 cover star. May - BMW M760i The 2017 BMW M760i was a V12, all-wheel drive luxury flagship that marked a milestone for the brand, which was shown off on our May 2017 cover. 4.0.3 June - Lexus LC 500 Our June 2017 cover saw the Lexus LC 500 on the cover, which at the time was a new flagship grand tourer from Lexus. Its captivating, concept-like design is still beautiful today. July - Chevrolet Corvette SVE Yenko/SC, Plymouth Hemi Superbird, Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Three muscle car heroes, both modern and classic, showed on our July 2017 cover: a Yenko Corvette by SVE, a Plymouth Hemi Superbird, and a Dodge Demon. August - Lamborghini Aventador S A new chapter for the Lamborghini Aventador, the Lamborghini Aventador S, opened by the time this supercar was shown on the August 2017 cover of duPont REGISTRY. September - Ferrari 812 Superfast Ferrari was celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2017, and it also represented a turning point for the brand's lineup with a new V12 grand tourer: the 812 Superfast, which was shown alongside other Ferrari legends on our September 2017 cover. October - McLaren 720S The McLaren 720S, which was at the time a new flagship supercar from the historic racing-bred manufacturer, is shown alongside a Roger Dubuis watch on the October 2017 cover of duPont REGISTRY. November - Mercedes-AMG Project ONE The Mercedes-AMG ONE hypercar was the result of years of effort and development, and one of the first times duPont REGISTRY highlighted the revolutionary F1-derived hypercar was on the November 2017 cover of the magazine. 4.0.3 December - Porsche 911 GT2 RS Still one of the fastest cars to ever emerge from the storied manufacturer, the Porsche 911 GT2 RS from the 991 generation emerged as a groundbreaking racing-ready machine, and got a deserving spotlight on the December 2017 cover of duPont REGISTRY. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 27, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2016

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2016, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the recent past, when a car we see as a modern or future classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2016 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Bugatti Veyron L'Or Blanc A bespoke Bugatti Veyron made with lines in its design to resemble a stunning reflection, the "L'Or Blanc" has gone on to inspire Chiron configurations, and it was our January 2016 cover star. February - Porsche 911 GT3 RS The 991-generation Porsche 911 GT3 RS was our February 2016 cover star. March - McLaren 570S The McLaren 570S, one of many in its growing lineage of lightweight, powerful supercars, was our March 2016 cover star. 4.0.3 April - Ford GT40, Ford GT, Ford GT Three generations of the Ford GT were represented on our April 2016 cover, with the V6-powered Ford GT being new to the market. May - Lamborghini Centenario The stunning few-off Lamborghini Centenario was our cover star for May 2016. 4.0.3 June - Bugatti Chiron A new chapter of Bugatti had opened in June 2016, and to ring it in, the Chiron was our cover star. July - Ford Mustang Roush Stage 3 The Ford Mustang with Roush's Stage 3 upgrades served as the cover star for July 2016. August - BRABUS Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG, BRABUS Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Cabriolet Two BRABUS icons graced our August 2016 cover: a Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG, and a Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Cabriolet. September - Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta The open-top Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, made as part of Ferrari's 70th anniversary celebrations, was the cover star of our September 2016 issue. October - Ferrari Enzo The Ferrari Enzo, a lasting legend, was the cover star of our watch guide issue in October 2016. November - Maserati GranCabrio MC Stradale Centennial Edition The special open-top Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale Centennial Edition was the November 2016 cover star of duPont REGISTRY. 4.0.3 December - Porsche 911 TechArt GTStreet R The TECHART Porsche 911 GTStreetR was the cover star of our December 2016 issue. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 20, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2015

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2015, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the recent past, when a car we see as a modern or future classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2015 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse The open-top version of the legendary Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, the groundbreaking Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse was our first cover star in 2015. February - Ferrari FXX K The Ferrari FXX K, a track-only masterpiece based on the LaFerrari hypercar, was our cover star for February 2015. March - Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Novitec Toredo The Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, customized in this case by Novitec with Lexani wheels, was our cover star for March 2015. 4.0.3 April - Porsche 959, Porsche Carrera GT, Porsche 918 Spyder Our April 2015 cover featured three legendary Porsche supercars: the 959, its successor: the Carrera GT, and the Carrera GT's successor: the 918 Spyder. May - Ferrari 488 GTB The successor to the 458, Ferrari's 488 GTB was the cover star of our May 2015 issue. 4.0.3 June - McLaren P1 A McLaren P1 that was customized with Giovanna wheels was the cover star for our June 2015 cover. July - Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible Open-top and powerful, our cover star Corvette for the July 2015 issue of duPont REGISTRY was another C7 Corvette Z06 Convertible. August - Ferrari LaFerrari A black Ferrari LaFerrari was the cover star of our August 2015 issue. September - Lamborghini Aventador SV The Lamborghini Aventador SV, a track-focused version of the Aventador, was the cover star of the September 2015 issue of duPont REGISTRY. October - Porsche 918 Spyder A custom Porsche 918 Spyder with a Gulf-inspired livery was the star of our October 2015 cover. November - Jeep Wrangler Terminator by Starwood Motors A Jeep Wrangler customized by Starwood Motors was the cover star for our November 2015 issue. 4.0.3 December - Lamborghini Aventador, Lamborghini Diablo, Lamborghini Countach Three Lamborghinis starred on our December 2015 cover, departing from the typical Porsche cover and all in red: an Aventador, a Diablo, and a Countach. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 14, 2025

duPont REGISTRY 40th Anniversary - Cover Cars: 2014

After 40 years, duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars capture moments in automotive history. This year, duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In that time, some of the world’s most desirable, iconic, and influential luxury and exotic cars have graced the cover of our magazine over the past 40 years, and together, the cover cars of duPont REGISTRY’s hundreds of monthly issues tell a story of automotive history and its evolution since the ‘80s. Looking back at duPont REGISTRY’s cover cars from the year 2014, some serious nostalgia is stirred up for any automotive enthusiast, and each year, a cover car shows an iconic moment of the past, when a car we see as a classic today was the hottest new creation on the market. Take a trip down memory lane and look at our 2014 magazine covers below, and continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary by buying a copy of our special 40th anniversary edition magazine. Buy Our 40th Anniversary Issue January - Bugatti Veyron Mansory Linea Vincero January 2014's duPont REGISTRY cover featured Mansory's Linea Vincero, an ultra-opulent exposed carbon fiber take on the Bugatti Veyron. February - Ferrari 458 Spider In February 2014, our cover featured former boxer Floyd Mayweather and his beautiful white on red Ferrari 458 Spider. March - Lamborghini Huracán Replacement to the Gallardo, the Lamborghini Huracán was the star of our March 2014 cover. 4.0.3 April - Porsche 911 GT3 In April 2014, our anniversary issue featured the track-focused GT3 variant of the 991-generation Porsche 911. May - McLaren 650S The McLaren 650S supercar was the cover star of our Gentlemen's Best issue in May 2014. 4.0.3 June - Ferrari California T The Ferrari California T, the twin-turbocharged update for the iconic open-top Ferrari California, was the cover star for our June 2014 issue. July - Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible Open-top and powerful, our cover star Corvette for the July 2014 issue of duPont REGISTRY was the C7 Corvette Z06 Convertible. August - Ferrari F12berlinetta Mansory Ferrari F12 Stallone Mansory's customized take on the Ferrari F12berlinetta, the F12 Stallone, was the cover star for our August 2014 issue. September - McLaren P1 McLaren's second halo car and a member of the venerated hybrid hypercar "Holy Trinity," the McLaren P1, was our September 2014 cover star. October - Lamborghini Aventador An Ad Personam take on the Lamborghini Aventador was the cover star for our October 2014 issue, which was our annual watch guide. November - Jeep Wrangler by Starwood Motors A Jeep Wrangler customized by Starwood Motors was the cover star for our November 2014 issue. 4.0.3 December - Porsche 911 Turbo The December 2014 cover of duPont REGISTRY featured the 991 generation Porsche 911 Turbo. Our special 40th anniversary issue is out now! Along with everything that makes each duPont REGISTRY issue a must-read, this special commemorative issue features looks back on duPont REGISTRY's history, like a look back on our covers throughout the decades, and a retrospective look at Ferrari's halo car legacy. You can buy a copy or subscribe to duPont REGISTRY by clicking below. Buy The Magazine Subscribe Advertise your luxury cars, lifestyle goods, yachts and more in the duPont REGISTRY magazine for unmatched reach to a highly qualified audience of wealthy, luxury-loving enthusiasts of high-end automotive vehicles. As a brand name synonymous with exotic and luxury cars, the duPont REGISTRY magazine reaches a dedicated niche audience of true aficionados who will go to any length to purchase and cherish the ultimate driving machines. For more information on how to advertise with duPont REGISTRY, click the button below. Advertise With Us

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