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Originally Posted by F1 monster
Peloton, you sure it has an LM-spec motor? I thought that it just had the LM-spec software in the ECU.
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Well I'm not positive, but all signs certainly point to yes. Supposedly two F1s have been given such treatment and this is reported to be one of them.
The Christies auction description for this F1 reads in part:
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"This stunning one owner example was delivered by McLaren in 1998 and this particular collector wanted a unique car which combined the best of both worlds; the performance of the `LM’ with the internal comforts of the standard model thus giving the uncompromised option of everyday road use.
After the car was purchased, McLaren offered to undertake this extraordinary project in their workshops in Woking, England. It began with the fitment of their GTR-inspired `High Downforce Package’ which dramatically improved high speed road holding and stability. Later additional improvement was requested to increase the aerodynamic capability of the car in an effective but visually subtle manner thus it was decided to add louvres to the tops of the front wings and balance the rear end of the car with a 4mm 'Gurney flap'. Documented testing at Bruntingthorpe proving ground in May 2000 evaluated these additions and the conclusion was the following; `…The additional downforce enhances the existing levels of grip and stability and provides a great feeling of confidence and security, particularly at high speed.’ In addition to this, McLaren installed larger radiators and a sports exhaust system (the original system also accompanies the car) along with a set of forged multi-spoke wheels (exclusive to this car) brandishing suitably colossal Michelin tyres all round. To complete this marvel the LM engine was installed; producing an astonishing 691bhp at 7500rpm and 735 NM of torque (dyno test sheet can be provided upon request) it makes a significant performance improvement. It is important to acknowledge the significance of this upgrade as there is only one other McLaren F1 roadcar with the LM engine fitted."
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