Adding Reply Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic McLaren planning three new models, including one $96k sports car Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post IMPALA Posted at 10:15 am on Oct. 29, 2008 McLaren has several fingers in a handful of pies, and with its tenure with Mercedes-Benz coming to an end, it has more time to focus on expanding its range to compete with the big boys from Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche. According to CAR, three new models are being developed, spanning the range from a modern-day F1 to a $96,000 (£60,000) "entry-level" halo sports car that takes aim at the Porsche 911. The new coupe will utilize McLaren's extensive fabrication and materials experience, but at a sub-$100k price point, don't expect construction methods akin to its greatest hits. Power could be provided by a M-B mill, but McLaren isn't ruling out the development of its own engine. Filling the rest of the range will be the P11 supercar, reportedly using a 600-hp, AMG-sourced 6.2-liter V8, and a yet-to-be-named vehicle that will slot in below its range-topper and 911-fighter. The recent appointment of Frank Stephenson - the man who brought us the MINI and Fiat 500 - as design director, partnered with McLaren's legendary chassis development means good things are on the way. Here's hoping some of it finds its way to U.S. shores.

Replies i r sekz Posted at 2:39 am on Nov. 3, 2008 Rather drop another 10 grand and rock a M6. IMPALA Posted at 9:38 pm on Nov. 1, 2008 the lines are timeless, IMO. emo sux69 Posted at 8:08 pm on Nov. 1, 2008 Quote: from IMPALA at 4:59 am on Nov. 2, 2008 that picture is the original mclaren f1 super car. it attained speeds above 230 mph in the early 90's. 0-60 came in 3.2, 6.6 0-100, gold lined engine bay, etcetera. read up on "mclaren f1"   Its funny how people thought this was the new car though, i mean this car has been around for years and is one of the most famous cars of all time lol. IMPALA Posted at 11:59 am on Nov. 1, 2008 that picture is the original mclaren f1 super car. it attained speeds above 230 mph in the early 90's. 0-60 came in 3.2, 6.6 0-100, gold lined engine bay, etcetera. read up on "mclaren f1" tempoluvver69 Posted at 11:50 am on Nov. 1, 2008 looks like a mix between a lotus and a modena IMPALA Posted at 10:43 am on Nov. 1, 2008 Quote: from jakolley at 11:46 pm on Oct. 31, 2008 i really dont think its a good looking car at all... the nose looks like a ford GT thats had half the nose cut off and as a result it looks very front heavy. like the cabin is too far foward. it wouldn't feel like a sports car to drive. in a true sports car you should sit quite far back in the car. that way you have more feel for what the rear axle and wheels are doing and can there is a better weight balance. driving this thing would be like driving a regular sedan in tems of where you sit... a very very fast sedan but a sedan nonetheless. it just wouldn't be special. and sports cars are meant to be special I very rarely think someone is absolutely 110% clueless on what they're saying, but wow, you really took the cake on this one. No offense but that car will never be outdone. emo sux69 Posted at 4:56 am on Nov. 1, 2008 Quote: from jakolley at 5:46 pm on Nov. 1, 2008 i really dont think its a good looking car at all... the nose looks like a ford GT thats had half the nose cut off and as a result it looks very front heavy. like the cabin is too far foward. it wouldn't feel like a sports car to drive. in a true sports car you should sit quite far back in the car. that way you have more feel for what the rear axle and wheels are doing and can there is a better weight balance. driving this thing would be like driving a regular sedan in tems of where you sit... a very very fast sedan but a sedan nonetheless. it just wouldn't be special. and sports cars are meant to be special so you drive a regular sedan in the middle of the cabin now? ManiacPenguins Posted at 3:58 am on Nov. 1, 2008 That looks like a Ferrari f430. Still, I can't wait to see what they come out with. mcodeath Posted at 3:46 am on Nov. 1, 2008 Quote: from jakolley at 1:46 am on Nov. 1, 2008 i really dont think its a good looking car at all... the nose looks like a ford GT thats had half the nose cut off and as a result it looks very front heavy. like the cabin is too far foward. it wouldn't feel like a sports car to drive. in a true sports car you should sit quite far back in the car. that way you have more feel for what the rear axle and wheels are doing and can there is a better weight balance. driving this thing would be like driving a regular sedan in tems of where you sit... a very very fast sedan but a sedan nonetheless. it just wouldn't be special. and sports cars are meant to be special Are you seriously critiquing a 10-16-year old super-car? The same car that held the title of 'Worlds Fastest Production Car' for many years. Have you ever driven a McLaren? Of course not, if you had you would know that the McLaren is far from anything like a 'typical sedan' as you put it. Go do some automotive homework before making a post sounding like some snobby worthless car-editor who just looks at pictures. jakolley Posted at 11:46 pm on Oct. 31, 2008 i really dont think its a good looking car at all... the nose looks like a ford GT thats had half the nose cut off and as a result it looks very front heavy. like the cabin is too far foward. it wouldn't feel like a sports car to drive. in a true sports car you should sit quite far back in the car. that way you have more feel for what the rear axle and wheels are doing and can there is a better weight balance. driving this thing would be like driving a regular sedan in tems of where you sit... a very very fast sedan but a sedan nonetheless. it just wouldn't be special. and sports cars are meant to be special austin s23 Posted at 10:19 am on Oct. 29, 2008 very nice car gdeeaz Posted at 10:19 am on Oct. 29, 2008 thats a nice car Dylan90 Posted at 10:18 am on Oct. 29, 2008 That looks cool. qi Posted at 10:17 am on Oct. 29, 2008 That car is slick. IMPALA Posted at 10:16 am on Oct. 29, 2008 imo, this is fucking awesome. this company hasn't made a production car for a few years now. Most recent 15 of 15 previous replies displayed.