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McLaren 650S Leaks Out [IMAGES]

McLaren 650S - Front The images and details of the upcoming McLaren 650S has leaked out ahead of the official reveal of the model which will happen in the beginning of March in Geneva. Last week the brand has released a teaser of the car and very scarce details around it.

It was said that the 650S will be positioned between 12C and P1. The name of the car hints at its power – 650S delivers 650 hp (478 kW) from its twin-turbo V8 3.8-liter engine – the same that powers the 12C and P1.

McLaren 650S will also sport a black interior featuring yellow stitching, a lot of carbon fiber and soft-surfaces. In addition to this, it was also unveiled that the 650S will be equipped with enhanced suspension, aerodynamics, brakes, transmission and tires in order to match its specific characteristics.

In summary, when one takes a look at the photos of the model definitely sees a combination of P1 and 12C. In fact, it seem like the 650S have “stolen” the front fascia from P1, while the back – from the 12C.

McLaren 650S - Side Angle

McLaren 650S - Rear Angle

McLaren 650S - Front Angle

McLaren 650S - Rear Angle View

McLaren 650S - Side

McLaren 650S - Interior

February 17, 2014

McLaren Surprises With The Debut Of 650S In Geneva

McLaren Automotive has just announced exciting news about the 84th International Geneva Motor Show, where it will debut the latest addition to its range of groundbreaking supercars – the McLaren 650S.

The brand also unveiled the first teaser image of the model, which was designed and developed to offer the ultimate in luxury, engagement and excitement, as well as dramatic and beautiful styling.

We suppose that the name of the model also shows its horsepower. In addition, McLaren gave a hint that the car will be probably some how similar to the 12C and the P1, precisely – it will be positioned between the two on McLaren Automotive’s supercar grid.

More details around the McLaren 650S will be announced ahead of car’s global reveal which will take place on 4th of March in Geneva.

Source: McLaren

February 13, 2014

2014 McLaren 12C GT Sprint – Price €233,550

McLaren 12C GT Sprint is priced from £195,000 (around €233,550 or $316,000). The car is developed exclusively for track use, so it comes with a number of upgrades delivering maximum performance.

The model bridges the gap between the 12C and the all-out racing 12C GT3. The 12C GT Sprint boasts optimised aerodynamics and cooling upgrades.

The exterior features new front bumper, GT3-inspired bonnet, center-locking 19” wheels fitted with Pirelli competition tires and track-focused braking system with carbon ceramic (CCM) brake discs.

The interior features include FIA-approved rollcage and integrated fire extinguisher system. A fully adjustable HANS-approved, lightweight composite racing seat fitted with full six-point harness provides the optimum driving position, while an air-conditioning system is retained, albeit a lightweight version, offering added comfort.

A carbon fibre dash houses the race developed digital display and key vehicle controls which interface with a McLaren GT developed steering wheel.

The 12C is powered by a twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8 engine that produces 625HP (460 kW) at 7,000RPM and a peak torque of 600Nm (442 lb-ft) at 3,000RPM. It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

Source: McLaren

October 1, 2013

McLaren And Jenson Button Launch McLaren GREAT 12C

McLaren has just revealed its latest GREAT campaign liveried car. The vehicle was designed to support and inspire British innovation. It is based on the high-tech McLaren 12C, and in fact the car was emblazoned with the GREAT campaign’s graphics and the message “Innovation is GREAT”.

McLaren GREAT 12C was launched with the support of Jenson Button. The car is equipped with ground-breaking technologies such as one-piece carbon fibre MonoCell chassis that in fact forms the core structure of the car and weighs just 75kg.

The campaign car is powered by 3.8 litre V8 twin turbo engine which is one of the most efficient high-performance units and includes numerous exclusive technologies like Brake Steer and a Proactive Chassis Control System.

With this campaign, the brand aims to be an ambassador for British innovation and to showcase that Britain has leading role in the development of technologies. Moreover, the McLaren 12C is true embodiment of technological creativity and it will most certainly help draw international attention.

The exterior of the car which includes “Innovation is GREAT” logo was designed by McLaren Racing’s graphics team. The car will be on tour over the coming months, but first it will make its first appearance on 3rd of September at an exclusive ‘McLaren 50’ screening of Formula 1 film “RUSH”.

Source: McLaren

September 2, 2013

McLaren MP4-12C – 0-96 km/h in 2.8 seconds

DragTimes has published a video showing the MP4-12C doing some acceleration tests – 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph).

The sports car manage to complete the discipline in 2.8 seconds, which is a 0.1 seconds faster than previous tests. This means, that the McLaren MP4-12C is as fast as Nissan GT-R Facelift, which also did 2.8 seconds – 0-96 km/h. However, the MP4-12C is a lot faster than the GT-R from 0-160 km/h (0-100 mph) – 1.0 second.

The MP4-12C had street-legal Toyo R888 tires featuring the same compound and tread wear rating as the factory-fitted Pirelli Corsa.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhhxptV2bZ8

Source: Dragtimes

June 7, 2013

2013 McLaren 50 12C and 12C Spider – Price £196,000 and £215,500

McLaren has announced 12C Coupe and Spider Limited Edition specially for their 50^th anniversary. Production of the McLaren 50 12C will be strictly limited to a maximum of 100 units globally, split between just 50 examples of the 12C and 50 of the 12C Spider.

The exterior boasts a new front bumper, additional carbon fiber trim and a black McLaren badge. There are also carbon ceramic brakes and exclusive 19” or 20” Ultra Lightweight wheels with a satin black finish. The McLaren 50 12C Coupe and 12C Spider are available exclusively in Carbon Black, Supernova Silver or McLaren Orange.

The interior features are a full leather upholstery, a set of special floor mats and an “anniversary dedication plate” on the driver side door.

Other goodies are a monogrammed black and silver car cover, limited edition key, carbon fibre presentation key box and a specially commissioned print signed by McLaren Automotive Design Director, Frank Stephenson.

The pricing starts from £196,000 for the Coupe and £215,500 for the Spider.

Source: McLaren

May 23, 2013

McLaren Presents Heritage And Contemporary Can-Am At Goodwood [VIDEO]

At this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, the legendary brand McLaren will present a selection of legendary models from the company’s heritage collection as part of their fiftieth anniversary celebrations. Some of the vehicles there will be among the most famous race- and championship-winning ones.

This means that there will also be the latest model from McLaren 12C GT Can-Am Edition which in addition will take part in the run up the Goodwood Hill. As a matter of fact, brand’s name is synonymous with Can-Am racing throughout the 1960s and 1970s. This is because the McLaren Racing team achieved five back-to-back world championships between 1969 and 1974, thus becoming the most successful team in the history of this championship.

12C GT Can-Am Edition is the rawest and the most track-focused model built by McLaren so far. It is equipped with a fierce 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 powerplant, which delivers a power output of up to 630 hp (463 kW).

In addition, the 12C GT comes with an optimised aerodynamics package, which contributes to greater levels of downforce, and a passenger seat. The track-only Can-Am Edition will be produced in limited number of 30 examples.

Below, you can view a short high definition video that shows the M8D Can-Am racer in detail and the 12C GT Can-Am Edition on track. Enjoy!

httpv://youtu.be/xZoZME-itbE

Video Source: YouTube

Source: McLaren

April 30, 2013

McLaren MP4-12C – 1/4 mile in 10.55 seconds

Here is the fastest production stock car in the world – McLaren MP4-12C, which managed to stop the clock at 10.55 seconds running ¼ mile with terminal speed of 216.55 km/h (134.56 mph).

The MP4-12C is powered by a twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8 engine that produces 608 HP (447 kW) at 7,000RPM and a peak torque of 600 (442 lb-ft) at 3,000RPM. It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and a top speed of 329 km/h (204 mph). In terms of efficiency, the MP4-12C Spider will average 11.7 L/100km (24.2 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 279 g/km.

The car sits on lightweight alloys with the factory-provided Pirelli P Zero tires measuring 305/30 ZR20. It also has carbon ceramic brake system, sports exhaust system and launch control. 0-60 mph – 2.9 seconds and 0-100 mph in 5.9 seconds.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuXwkbT6WUw

Source: Dragtimes

March 20, 2013

McLaren Reveals Specifications of 2013 12C GT3

2013 McLaren 12C GT3 will compete in this years season and will continue to be raced by all active GT teams who competed in last year. In addition to this, several new teams have now taken delivery of the 2013 model.

Furthermore the specifications of the new McLaren have already been disclosed and show that there will be number of changes, all of which designed to improve drivability, reliability and efficiency, coupled with reduced complexity.

Some of the changes feature a revised aerodynamics package, an upgraded ECU with a revised electrical system and alternative dampers. What is more, the 12C GT3 will also benefit from an updated cooling system which maximizes the performance of the car in the more varied conditions found in global championships.

There are also evident transformations on the bonnet and ducting, which now ensure that the 12C GT3 can run competitively in higher temperatures. Additionally, the revised aerodynamic package will enhance the balance and the tyre management of the vehicle.

2013 McLaren 12C GT3 technical specifications:

Chassis/Body

McLaren carbon fibre MonoCell with aluminium front and rear sub-frames
Bespoke lightweight carbon fibre body panels
Left hand drive
FIA approved safety roll cage

Aerodynamics

Front splitter
Rear wing, fully adjustable with gurney
Front and rear diffusers

Engine/Management

Race prepared 3.8L V8 twin turbo McLaren M838T
McLaren Electronics ECU interfacing with Bosch ABS and Shiftec transmission control units

Transmission

Six-speed sequential motorsport transmission pneumatically actuated via steering wheel mounted paddles

Electrical System

Lightweight motorsport specification wiring and connectors
Electronic power management system
Membrane type switch panel

Data System

McLaren Electronics ‘ATLAS’ data system
Digital dash display

Front/Rear Suspension

Double wishbone adjustable for ride height, camber and toe
Four-way adjustable dampers with coil over springs
Motorsport axles with single wheel retaining nut
Adjustable anti-roll bars
Forged aluminium wheels: Front 12” x 18”, Rear 13” x 18”

Steering

Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering
Unique McLaren GT steering wheel developed from MP4-24 Formula 1 steering wheel

Fuel System

Motorsport ‘bag tank’ system with 120L capacity
Motorsport ‘quick-fill’ system

Lubrication

Mobil engine and transmission lubrication

Brake System

Akebono monoblock calipers with ventilated discs:
- Front – 6 piston caliper, 378Ø x 36mm disc
- Rear – 4 piston caliper, 355Ø x 32mm disc
Bosch motorsport ABS

httpv://youtu.be/72jgg4BqYsY

Video Source: YouTube

Source: McLaren

January 18, 2013

McLaren 12C GT Can-Am Edition Confirmed For Production

During this summer we have seen some amazing concepts coming out of the dark. One of them was the McLaren 12C Can-Am Edition Racing Concept, which made its debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Then, the McLaren concept showed off its McLaren Orange and satin black colors.

The successful premiere is now leading to great news: McLaren GT has confirmed plans for a limited production run of the 12C GT Can-Am Edition. The vehicle will pay tribute to Bruce McLaren and Denny Hulme who successfully raced a series of McLaren models in the Can-Am series.

The supersportscar will be produced in 30 examples and will be billed as an “ultimate track car”. Each example will be equipped with an unrestricted version of the 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 engine with a unique engine calibration, and optimized cooling system. All these important details will lead to a power output of up to 630 hp (463 kW). This will make the 12C GT Can-Am Edition the most powerful 12C produced.

The stunning visual stance of the Can-Am Edition will be complemented with large carbon fibre rear wing. The latter is of a unique high downforce aerodynamic package, created with the help of Formula 1 technology and simulation. Therefore, the result is an increase in downforce by 30 per cent.

Se, no contemporary vehicle can go without carbon fibre. Here components this material will increase the styling of the track car. These include door mirror mounts and covers, engine cover vents, side radiator intake vanes, sill covers and badges.

Next, the car must be equipped with great set of shoes. Here, the designers have supplied the McLaren with black satin-finished forged lightweight racing alloy wheels, shod with Pirelli racing tyres.

The carbon fibre MonoCell chassis which we have seen in the 12C and 12C Spider, is also to be seen here. However, this chassis is also fitted with a full FIA-approved race-specification rollcage.

How about the interior of this Limited edition model? Inside one can find two black race seats with full six-point harnesses, and a one-of-a-kind steering wheel. Furthermore, an integrated motorsport air conditioning system is included into the bespoke lightweight carbon fibre dashboard.

With production commencing from March 2013, McLaren 12C GT Can-Am Edition will have a starting price of £375 000 ($596 000).

Source: McLaren

November 19, 2012

McLaren MP4-12C Spider Makes World Debut at Pebble Beach

McLaren MP4-12C Spider was officially unveiled in the beginning of July. Now McLaren showed the supercar for the first time in public at this weekend’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

The 12C Spider is lightweight vehicle with a high-powered engine which generates 625 horsepower (460 kW). It also includes unique Retractable Hard Top (RHT) folding roof system that can be lowered or raised on the move, and a carbon ‘MonoCell’ chassis identical to that of the groundbreaking 12C Coupe.

The 12C Spider presented at Pebble Beach is not the one which we are already familiar thanks to the official photos. Instead, this example is in new volcano yellow paint, which adds even more dramatic effect to the car.

The impressive output of this McLaren comes from its bespoke 3.8-litre V8 twin turbo which is mated to the 7-Speed SSG dual-clutch transmission. The latter delivers lightning-fast gear changes through rocker-mounted shift paddles affixed to the rear of the steering wheel.

Vehicle dynamics technology feature Brake Steer, ProActive Chassis Control and the unique McLaren Airbrake. They all serve to bring more comfort in all driving conditions; and yet deliver race car performance and handling on track.

An overview of 12C Spider performance compared with the 12C:

	2013MP4-12C Spider (625 PS/616 bhp)	2013MP4-12C (625 PS/616 bhp)
0-62 mph	3.1 sec	3.1 sec
0-100mph	6.1 sec	6.0 sec
0-124 mph	9.0 sec	8.8 sec
¼ mile (400m)	10.8 sec @ 134 mph	10.6 sec @ 136 mph
V Max	204 mph	207 mph
CO2g/km	279	279

McLaren MP4-12C Spider will be priced from £195 500 in the UK and is now available to order from McLaren retailers. First deliveries to customers are planned for the beginning of the next year.

Source: McLaren

August 21, 2012

Debut for McLaren X-1 Concept

McLaren X-1 Concept is a breathtaking one-off supercar. It has one-of-a-kind body, never seen before, and has been created for an anonymous car enthusiast. The client wished he had a machine which was capable as the 12C but wrapped in a unique body.

In the development process of this current McLaren Concept were used as an inspirational cars 1961 Facel Vega, 1953 Chrysler D’Elegance Ghia, 1959 Buick Electra, 1939 Mercedes-Benz 540K and 1971 Citroën SM.

One of the biggest design challenges however, was that most of the mentioned cars have front engines and rear-wheel drive proportions. This is the exact opposite of a mid-engined supercar. Therefore a new visual language was needed to be considered in order to bring the concept eventually to perfect visual balance.

All in all, the styling of the X-1 was done in 18 months. And as you can see the result is undoubtedly worth the wait: a timeless elegant design.

To go further into details, the X-1 has a whole new body made of advanced materials. Everything is bespoke, even down to the lights and wheels. A lot of work was concentrated on the demands that it has to be a usable car, road legal and capable of traveling at supercar speeds. The whole car was meticulously built by hand.

Carbon fibre was utilized for the creation of all body panels of the X-1. They are finished in a rich piano black, as wished by the owner. Body sides are lacquered visual carbon fibre.

The brightwork is made from solid aluminium and the nickel plated. The same process is used for the McLaren logo in the nose. The wheels are also unique to the X-1 and are diamond turned with a tinted lacquer to complement the exterior nickel-plated brightwork.

Another “detail” specifically developed for this project was the doors. They keep the dihedral action and twin hinges, however the roof is new. Only the glasshouse is carried over from the 12C. The X-1 unique body is 4658mm long, 2097mm wide and 1199mm high. Kerb weight is about 1400kg.

The interior also includes a great deal of personalization: Harissa Red McLaren Nappa leather used for the seats, door and roof trim, and switchgear with machined nickel-coated, aluminium bezels. The carbon interior trim has a titanium weave, to give a magical 3D-like effect. Special Andesite tufted carpet covers the floor.

As mentioned, the car has been engineered to be usable and road legal. The X-1 shares the same the major mechanical components as the 12C, which include the twin-turbo 625 hp (460 kW) engine, giving stunning acceleration and top speed.

Source: McLaren

August 20, 2012

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