Tweet TweetThe British at McLaren may have a heart in racing, particularly in Formula 1, but with the introduction of the MP4-12C they may have gotten a taste of road going models as well. Even though they made a racing version of the McLaren MP4-12C, they are keeping to their word and making plenty of new road going models. The nearest one of these new road going models will be an epic follow-up model of their first ever road car, the iconic McLaren F1. Destined to fight off the fastest cars in the world, this McLaren F1 replacement will be using a new 5.0 liter V8, twin turbocharged just like the current one in the MP4-12C only it will produce much more power. Early estimates put the output of the new McLaren F1 at around 800 horsepower and it will be mated to a newly developed dual clutch seven speed gearbox. Key elements of a new McLaren would be designing and then redesigning every component of the F1 until it meets their very stringent requirements. In keeping these power and … [Read more...] about McLaren F1 successor is well under way
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Holy Crap: There’s a Road-Legal McLaren F1 GTR Longtail For Sale
With only 106 made, it's a big deal when any McLaren F1 comes up for public sale. This isn't any McLaren F1—it's #27R, an F1 GTR Longtail race car that's just one of 10 made. Better yet, it's been made street-legal by Lanzante, the UK firm that took McLaren to victory at Le Mans in 1995. Suffice to say, this is a big, big deal. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below The car is listed by UK collector car dealer Tom Hartley Jnr. with no asking price given. We've reached out to Hartley to find out more info, but given just how special this car is, we'd guess that the price could be in the $20 million range. We wouldn't even be surprised if it beats the previous record for a McLaren F1 sale, $15.6 million for chassis #044, a rare US-legal example. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below The F1 GTR "Longtail," named after its, uh, long tail, was created for the 1997 FIA GT Championship in response to new competition from Porsche, Mercedes, and others. Its heavily modified bodywork … [Read more...] about Holy Crap: There’s a Road-Legal McLaren F1 GTR Longtail For Sale
McLaren F1 reserve driver Lando Norris prepared to wait for prime time
McLaren F1 reserve driver Lando Norris says that he may have to look elsewhere for a drive if 36-year-old Fernando Alonso decides to continue with the team past 2018.For many teams, this is a problem that they would love to have: a two-time champion (Alonso) still regarded as one of the quickest drivers on the grid and two young up-and-coming talents chasing him hard. One will have to fall by the wayside, and, with Belgian driver Stoffel Vandoorne currently occupying the second seat, Norris is prepared to do whatever it takes to get a shot as soon as possible.“I guess you have to wait for what Fernando wants to do, and I think they are happy with Stoffel, and it is quite early in his career,” the 18-year-old Norris told Autosport. “Obviously he can develop a lot and definitely improve as a driver going into 2018. Liberty Media trading grid girls for 'grid kids' for F1 in 2018 Formula 1 and the FIA have launched the "grid kids" initiative in … [Read more...] about McLaren F1 reserve driver Lando Norris prepared to wait for prime time
More GT Sport 1.11 Test Drives: McLaren F1 and Diablo GT
We’re back with another round of test drives from the latest update for GT Sport. The 1.11 refresh brought ten new cars, and we’ve got a pair of mid-engined wonders at bat this round.Last week’s update also brought a handful of new tracks. The title addition was Monza, and it appears here in its full, chicane-filled layout. Appropriately enough, the wild Lamborghini Diablo GT is the car to tackle it.One of the new Maggiore layouts also makes an appearance. Here, the new West circuit plays host to the McLaren F1, giving the seminal supercar a chance to stretch its legs.You can catch the two videos down below. Did you miss our last test drive installment, with the Supra, 2000GT, and Ferrari 512BB? Check ’em out here.More Posts On... … [Read more...] about More GT Sport 1.11 Test Drives: McLaren F1 and Diablo GT
The pressure is on for McLaren F1 in 2018
After three forgettable years with Honda power, the McLaren F1 team is switching to customer Renault engines for 2018.Stoffel Vandoorne says that puts McLaren under "big pressure" to perform this season.Eric Boullier -- said recently: "We do not feel additional pressure. McLaren F1's Zak Brown: Honda power was 'right decision at the time' McLaren has endured a tough few years but, after switching out Honda power units for Renault, executive director Zak Brown is optimistic for a turnaround.It's been awhile since McLaren has had ... "I still have work to do to be able to put a weekend together and better understand the car," he admitted. By GMM … [Read more...] about The pressure is on for McLaren F1 in 2018