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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 Edward Jones – January 18, 2018

Forgotten Exotic: Lamborghini Jalpa Goes Flat Out

Since Lamborghini's founding back in 1963, they have created many different models that have been the subject of dreams and ambitions. Many can name the Aventador, Countach, Diablo, Huracan, LM002, Miura and Murcielago quickly, but there are a few models that are a bit more unknown than others. Top 5 Lamborghini Concept Cars Take the Jalpa, for example. This sports car was produced from 1981 to 1988, with a total of 410 examples being created. As appearances go, it looks like a smaller take on the Countach with a hint of a De Tomaso Pantera. Hagerty recently took a 1985 Jalpa out for a spin. Well, it was actually former racing driver and Audi Club of North America president Mike Fisher that took the car out for some laps. The sound of the V8 engine as Fisher slams through the gears is that of a naturally-aspirated dream. Hear it for yourself by clicking play below.

By Edward Jones – December 20, 2017

Two Lamborghinis Spin Out at 200 mph During Race

During the Texas International event, two Lamborghinis spun out during their runs at incredibly high speeds. A vast majority of the world wasn't on hand to witness the spinouts, but 1320video was on hand to capture the insane action. The first spinout was done by a Gallardo and that one starts in the video below at " title="YouTube video" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen>. The second spinout involved a Huracan racing against a Nissan GT-R. Positioned in the left lane, the Huracan thankfully did not spin out into its opponent. This spinout starts at " title="YouTube video" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen>. After each crash, emergency personnel was called upon, but thankfully nobody was injured. Check out the entire event below.

By Edward Jones – October 24, 2017

He Bought a Lamborghini With $115 in Bitcoin Money

Imagine buying Bitcoin back when it was just over $2, forgetting about it, and then selling some so you can buy a new Lamborghini. Well, that's precisely what happened to Peter Saddington of VINwiki. After sitting on a trove of Bitcoin, he decided he would be what he claims is the first person to buy a Lamborghini with his cryptocurrency. After finding a Lamborghini Huracan that caught his eyes in duPont REGISTRY, he went to the dealership and made the deal. After all was said and done, it only cost him $115 of his original investment.First Lamborghini Centenario For Sale in the US

By Edward Jones – October 24, 2017

Gamer Turns Real Lamborghini into Racing Simulator

If you're a gamer, there's nothing more exciting than picking up the game you've been waiting for, racing home, unwrapping the case and popping the game in (and the inevitable install of game files). For Instagram user @pogforever, when he got home with his new copy of Forza Motorsport 7, he hopped into his controller instead of picking it up.Lamborghini Huracan Performante vs McLaren 720SIn a video uploaded to Facebook, he showcases his Lamborghini Aventador that was turned into the most epic driving simulator we've seen thus far. When he turns the wheel on the real Lamborghini, the virtual Lamborghini mimics the movements. Yeah, it may be the most expensive driving simulator out there, but it sure is the coolest.Lamborghini Centenario For Salehttps://www.facebook.com/pogforever/videos/2016953438526304/

By Andrew Nabors – October 16, 2017

John Cena's Lamborghini Gallardo For Sale

Some celebrities like to drive incognito, for fear of being recognized. But our friend John Cena is not afraid of anything. His impeccable taste in cars makes his collection very diverse, and his garage is always filled with the best rides money can buy. But due to his intense schedule, it can be very hard to make time to enjoy each car.His larger-than-life persona is matched by an equally impressive collection. Featured on his wife (Nikki Bella)'s YouTube page, we've seen a Ferrari 360 along with an F430, a low-mileage Ford GT, and a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. Lamborghini is represented by this bright greed (Verde Scandal) Gallardo, but it is almost a decade old. Now that the Huracan Performante is the king of the ring, Mr. Cena has decided to part ways with his immaculate Gallardo. In order to make sure it finds a loving home, it is for sale by one of the largest Lamborghini dealers in the world. Lamborghini Palm Beach has been a fixture in our magazine for years, and they know exactly how to market this car.Check Out John Cena's SLS AMGJohn's passion for all things automotive motivates him to care for each car with the same attention to detail. That's why this 2009 Gallardo has 79.3% clutch life remaining. It is the only Gallardo painted in Verde Scandal, making it 1 of 1. No options were spared, as it has quilted leather with contrast stitching, the Branding Package, along with optional black wheels. It has been on a battery tender since new, and shows no signs of wear inside & out. If Monday is giving you the blues, know that we have great deals on the cars you've always dreamed of. Stay with us for more Celebrity Classifieds, and updates from John Cena's Garage.Lamborghini Gallardo Price and Listings View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – July 31, 2017

Motor Trend Tests Lamborghini Huracan Performante at Imola

After a few minutes behind the wheel, you know the Huracan is destined for greatness. As the successor to the Gallardo, it has even cast a shadow on the abilities of the Aventador. That's because the Huracan Performante is the fastest production car for sale. It beat the Porsche 918 Spyder's Nurburgring lap time by almost 5 seconds thanks to innovative aerodynamics. We don't know how Audi & Lamborghini always find more power in their naturally aspirated 5.2 liter V10, and we'll cover its evolution later this week. The 2003 Gallardo arrived with a 5.0 liter V10 rated at 493 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque. The 2018 Huracan Performante has 631 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque without any turbos or a supercharger.Also Check Out: Lamborghini Huracan Specs, Reviews & PhotosThe Audi R8 and the Lamborghini Huracan are fraternal twins, each one is always trying to outperform the other. Both teams learn from each other, but this time the Italians played their cards close to the chest. Developing and patenting a new way to control downforce, the patented ALA system uses active air ducts front and rear to keep it glued to the track. The front system constantly divides air between going up through the cooling system or down to the belly pan. On the rear is a big spoiler of forged carbon. It is hollow and features vents under the leading edge. High-pressure air that is sucked into the quarter panels is shot out of the spoiler to kill the low-pressure turbulence that forms behind every car. Like drafting on a superspeedway, it allows the Performante to cut a cleaner path through the air. If you think you can handle it, we have a nice selection of Huracan for sale, so stay with us for all your Lamborghini updates. https://blog.dupontregistry.com/ecbg-2018/2018-lamborghini-huracan-performante-price-specs-review/

By Edward Jones – July 10, 2017

Lamborghini vs Nissan GT-R Drift Battle Will Leave You Br...

Hey, here's a video of a Lamborghini Murcielago being drifted by Daigo Saito going up against a Nissan GT-R being drifted by Steve "Baggsy" Biagioni.This post could just have that one sentence and it should be enough to draw anybody to click play on the video below, because... come on, this is incredible.On one hand, you have Daigo's Murcielago, which has been heavily modified. Powering the Lamborghini drift car is the same 6.5-liter V12 engine it was produced with, but it has had its interior gutted and steering heavily modified for getting sideways. When Daigo is behind the wheel, going full throttle, it really is like watching an artist create their masterpiece. Click play below to see it for yourself.Also, keep an eye out for the special visitor that joins the pair!

By Andrew Nabors – July 06, 2017

Pink Twin-Turbo Lamborghini Huracan 1/2 Mile World Record

Racing tends to be a male dominated sport. That's why the ladies half-mile speed record needed to be broken. Rising to the challenge was Team OB Prestige, who drove all the way from Quebec. Pike's Peak Airstrip Attack is a Shift Sector event that took place last month in Colorado. At an altitude of 6,187 feet above sea level, naturally aspirated cars are at a loss due to the lack of oxygen. So that's why most of the competitors were either turbocharged or supercharged. Still can't believe what just happened!!! I did my personal best AND it just happens to be the new women's world record with @obprestigeauto SEXY built by @heffnerperformance !!!! Thank you so much @mlpaquinpointcom for being my instructor!! Thank you @shifts3ctor @ego_mtl @paulyprestige @autoralph @xpozemtl @nadia_xpoze @pierrespirit @bouladier.max @dedebrass @lafrancenancy @laloca254 @lamborghinimtl A post shared by Maude Bouladier (@mbouladier) on Jun 18, 2017 at 3:30pm PDT OB Prestige is a luxury dealership located in Gatineau, Quebec, and their team runs a 2015 Lamborghini Huracan wrapped in pink chrome vinyl. Power comes from our local heroes at Heffner Performance. The twin-turbo V10 makes more power than most clutches can hold, so it takes a skilled driver to prevent a deep fried transmission. In order to understand how to push a supercar beyond 200 mph, Maude Bouladier took a few practice runs while riding shotgun with OB's drivers. When the time came, she was hoping to beat the existing record of 205 mph, and she was happy to learn she smashed it by reaching 210 mph. Never missing a top speed event, the 1320Video team was there to capture the action. The results speak for themselves, so if you are a lady in need of speed, we have several new & pre-owned Huracans to choose from. Stay with us for more fast females in action, and all your 1/2 mile racing updates.

By Edward Jones – June 22, 2017

Lamborghini Urus SuperSUV Spied Opening Up Throttle, Soun...

A quick look around Lamborghini's models will show you that they're not really fans of turbocharging and opt for power of the naturally aspirated kind. However, the upcoming Urus super SUV will feature a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine. Yes, Lamborghini will be mass producing a turbocharged vehicle, which will be their second SUV after the LM002. Some be worried about the how quick or loud the Urus will be, but thankfully we have some spy footage of the SUV being tested at Nurburgring that will quell your suspicions. In the video, found below, we hear the Urus' engine being pushed quite hard around some easy corners. Sure, the engine may only be a V8 (when compared the Huracan's V10 and Aventador's V12), it still sounds fantastic. However, I'll hold my final reservations about the car until its fully revealed in the near future.

By Andrew Nabors – June 16, 2017

LibertyWalk Lamborghini Huracan and Aventador Sound Angry

If you have grown tired of the looks and sounds of your Lamborghini, its time to unchoke the angry bull. Monaco has strict noise laws to preserve the peace for its wealthy residents. But that doesn't stop us crazy gearheads from enjoying aftermarket exhaust. Gumbal was on the street when a duo of Liberty Walk Lamborghinis arrived. Known for taking supercars to the next level, Liberty Walk exaggerates the original styling in order to fit wider rubber and also to capture the attention of everyone in a 5-mile radius. The LB Performance Aventador Roadster has a rear spoiler that could span the Mississippi, and it would make a Viper ACR ashamed on the track. In stock form, the new Huracan Spyder arrives with 245/30/20 tires up front and 305/30/20 on the rear. While they may be perfectly suited to stock power levels, more meat is needed when the dial is turned up. A free flowing exhaust is the best way to make power on a naturally aspirated engine. Vellano wheels are also a nice touch if you are in the market for monoblocks. Tell us which car sounds better and which one wins the beauty contest. Stay with us for all your Lamborghini footage and have a great weekend!

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