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Legend...


Even after 20 years, the McLaren F1 is still reaffirming its excellence by being officially evaluated for the first time above the magic 8 digits bar. This beautiful red chassis number 28 McLaren F1, previously owned by none other than Michael Andretti, traveled from California back to its home country to join its new owner in the UK.

The lucky investor paid as much as $10.5million for the legendary BMW V12 powered hypercar. It's a pretty good investment if you keep in mind that the latest F1 to be sold publicly fetched $8.47 million according to Jalopnik. You can contemplate the beauty in the shots below provided by DK Engineering.




[News source: Jalopnik]

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Remember Senna...


20 Years ago, the racing world was hist by a tragedy that changed Formula 1 forever. Let us all remember Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger who lost their lives during the 1994 San Marino Gran Prix, the blackest race weekend ever.



"Remember Senna" tribute by McLaren:


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McLaren Special Operations Introduces This Stunning Black 650S


We should be thankful that divisions like McLaren Special Operations and its analog from Ferrari exist. Because each time they offer us the chance to discover even more unique versions of cars we already love.

The latest creation to roll out of McLaren's MSO studios is based on the 650S coupé model. The british supercar has received several styling and performance upgrades including carbon fiber redesigned rear diffuser and side blades. The car sheds 15 Kg thanks to its new fixed-back carbon fiber seats similar to those installed on the P1 hypercar.


You can find more pictures of the beauty in the gallery below and more details in the press release after the jump.







Unique design concept shown ahead of China tour
Bespoke upgrades developed by MSO offer optimised aerodynamic performance and more dramatic appearance
Range of new styling options available for the McLaren 650S Coupe and 650S Spider many of which can also be fitted to the previous 12C models
McLaren Special Operations, the bespoke division of McLaren Automotive, has released images of the MSO 650S Coupe Concept – a showcase of the MSO designed and engineered upgrades available for the McLaren 650S Coupe and 650S Spider, the latest models to join to the McLaren Automotive range. The model is being shown throughout China over the coming weeks and includes an array of bespoke MSO features, including a newly designed carbon fibre rear diffuser and MSO-branded carbon fibre side blades.
The striking MSO 650S Coupe Concept has a stealth-like, menacing appearence, with subtle upgrades made to the exterior bodywork and within the driver-focused cabin. The MSO 650S Coupe Concept is finished in ‘Agrigan Black’, which is a metallic black paint specially developed in-house with a deep ruby red metallic flake. This paint effect gives the exterior bodywork a dramatic colour change in direct sunlight, contrasting with the extensive use of satin-finished carbon fibre highlights. The lightweight carbon fibre accents, including the prominent front splitter and air intakes, are complemented by bespoke MSO carbon fibre side blades and the unique MSO ear diffuser.
The MSO branded side blades are a more aggressive, full length, interpretation of the door blades seen on the 650S Coupe and Spider models. Finished in satin, they offer increased improvements to the airflow along the edges of the bodywork, further optimising aerodynamic efficiency. At the rear, the GT3-inspired rear bumper features a carbon fibre centre section, and the lightweight material carries through to the carbon fibre airbrake and unique MSO rear diffuser. The engine bay has been further enhanced with satin black engine covers and a satin finish to all carbon fibre parts. The purposeful exterior look of the MSO 650S Coupe Concept is finished with the addition of a set of special satin black finished lightweight ‘650S’ alloy wheels, shod with Pirelli P Zero™ Corsa tyres.
Inside the cockpit, the one-off design showcase is fitted with the fixed-back carbon fibre racing seats, based on the lightweight design found in the McLaren P1™, finished in carbon black leather. The seats position the occupants lower in the car and provide superb levels of upper and lower body support, while offering a weight saving of 15kg. Satin carbon fibre features extensively throughout the cabin, which is further enhanced by the switchgear and bezels that are finished in contrasting gloss black.
The MSO 650S Coupe Concept is presented as a one-off design study, and MSO is monitoring reaction regarding any potential production examples. The MSO side blades and rear diffuser are available to order now from McLaren retailers, priced at £5,114 and £7,245 respectively for a new 650S. These styling upgrades can also be fitted to the 12C.
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McLaren 12C Wide body by Charlie Nghiem

CGI by Charlie Nghiem

Let's admit it, the bolted fenders are a thing now and it's far from being the worst thing that ever happened to the tuning world. After we saw the treatment being applied to the Toyota GT86, the Lamborghini Aventador and the Ferrari 458 Italia among others, Charlie Nghiem comes up with his own wide body McLaren MP4-12C in the virtual world.

In addition, to the impressive quality of the renderings, the subject its self is an amazing piece of design. Even if you're not a fan of the bolted fenders, Charlie's creation features some exquisite elements like the redesigned front bumper and the fantastic naked carbon rear spoiler.

Full story and more pictures at can be found here by the Speedhunters.



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McLaren MP4-VX by Vorsteiner


In the past few years Vorsteiner has been focusing mainly on German models especially from BMW and Mercedes. But lately they have been expanding to supercar makers like Lamborghini and now McLaren. And each time we are struck by their attention to detail like this Aventador-V body kit we've featured months ago.

Their new McLaren MP4-VX is no exception as they have succeeded to make the British beast look even more aggressive wearing their new MP4-VX carbon fiber body kit. The car featured in these pictures rides on VSM-311 forged wheels measuring 20 inches front, 21 inches rear and wrapped Pirelli P Zero Nero tires. More stunning shots of the beast in the gallery below.


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Pick of The Day: K-PAX Racing's McLaren MP4-12C


Having used Volvo race cars for their previous efforts, K-PAX racing are switching to the McLaren MP4-12C for the 2014 season. Today, we have the chance to discover the first pictures of their MP4-12c wearing the famous blue and yellow livery and it looks absolutely stunning. The new race cars will make their racing debut on March 28th at the Firestone Grand Prix in St. Petersburg, FLA part of the Pirelli World Challenge.



[pictures: K-PAX racing, story via Jalopnik]
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Red Bull X2014 Competitor?

Design by Jihoon Seo

If you are disappointed by the looks of the 2014 F1 cars, and there's a good chance you are, here's something really different. Designed with the same spirit as the Adrian Newey's Red Bull X2014, this McLaren concept F1 car is pure fantasy. So even if we won't see something like this on the race track in the near future, it would be nice to have a competitor for the Red Bull X2014 in the virtual world! Kazunori San, what are you waiting for?
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McLaren P1 Night Glow by German Special Customs


It seems that even the most expensive and most rare hypercars aren't out of reach anymore for tuning companies. We already know that DMC is working on a more extreme LaFerrari FXXR and we've already seen the first McLaren P1 to wear aftermarket wheels. Now German Special Customs announced that they are working on the McLaren P1 Night Glow which has a new aero kit and even some engine tweaks that will push the power figure to more than 1,000 Hp!

Besides the modified front bumper, rear diffuser and side skirts, the car also gained an adjustable rear wing and a roof scoop. Also part of the package is the new bespoke exhaust system with 100mm pipes.

Is it a good idea to modify the aerodynamics of a McLaren P1? More details in the press release after the jump.

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McLaren SLR by LP Auto Gallery

Photo credits: LP Auto Gallery

Today, we have a nice photo gallery for you and the car featured is not any SLR Roadster, it's the SLR722 version that packs out 722 Hp. LP Auto Gallery from China added a set of PUR 4OUR wheels measuring 20 inches and finished in Black Diamond. We've already seen these wheels being fitted by SR Auto Group on models like the BMW M6 and the Lamborghini Aventador and they looked stunning. The SLR makes no exception as they seem to go pretty well with the British German beast!




[Source: SR Auto Group]
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McLaren MP4-12C on Forgiato Wheels


The latest project from Forgiato wheels is a McLaren Orange MP4-12C riding on F-Sette Formula Series. The wheels are finished in anodized black and measure 20 inches all around. The words "Forgiato" and "Formula" are written in raw aluminum on the lips of the wheels which gives this car a very unique appearance even though no body kit was applied. The only notable styling change is the front lip that was also painted in McLaren orange. More pictures of this beautiful machine after the jump.


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Spark-Renault SRT_01E Formula E Hits the track [VIDEO]


The Spark-Renault SRT_01E Formula E race car is so complicated that it has got an underscore in its name. The FIA has finally conducted the first track test for its strongly backed Formula E Series that is set to begin in 2014. The test was described as successful even though during this deployment step, the car was only using quarter of its maximum power which is the equivalent of 50KW (68 Hp).

The Spark-Renault SRT_01E has got a Dallara-designed monocoque chassis and is powered by an electric motor producing 200 KW (270 hp) that was developped by McLaren. It promises a 0 to 100 Km/h (62 mph) time of 3 seconds and the top speed is limited to 225 Km/h (140 mph).

Test driver and Lucas Di Grassi wanted to reassure the drivers that the Formula E is very fun to drive even with quarter of its real power. Well sure it is since electric motors provide massive torque even at low speeds. But what about the noise absence problem? How is the FIA going to reassure the fans?

video and press release after the jump.

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