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[mini magic]

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McLaren F1 `Extra High Downforce’ - LM engine

Exceptional Motor Cars and Automobilia Auction
at the Jack Barclay Showroom Tuesday 2nd December 2003 at 6pm

Kandy orange metallic with magnolia nubuck leather with beige alcantara inserts to the drivers seat and beige alcantara with magnolia nubuck leather inserts to the passenger seats

Engine; BMW V12, twin overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, electronic fuel injection, 6064cc, producing 691bhp at 7,500rpm; Gearbox: six-speed manual; Suspension: double unequal length wishbones, Ground Plane Shear Centre sub-frames and anti-roll bar front: Inclined Axis Shear mounting system with toe in/ toe out control links rear, alloy dampers, co-axial springs Brakes: ventilated disc, four piston monobloc light alloy Brembo calipers, computer cooling with balance aerofoil and Central steering position.

The idea of creating the ultimate and most exciting road car was conceived as early as 1988 just after the Italian Grand Prix. Following a meeting of minds led by designer Gordon Murray, McLaren declared an intention to build the ultimate road car utilising technology generated from their position as world leaders in the blue riband of motor racing – Formula 1. Six months later an announcement was made to the press at the Brazilian Grand Prix in Rio de Janeiro declaring their intention to build a perfect car `The best McLaren could make regardless of cost’.

The result was the most sensational combination of styling with performance: the build quality unsurpassed and a design of unparalleled function and purpose. The car featured a BMW engine unit of V-12 configuration at a 60 degree angle, with a displacement of just over six liters. Featuring four valves per cylinder and continuous variable inlet valve timing, the dry sump magnesium cast engine fed power through a transversely mounted six speed gearbox mated to a triple plate carbon clutch with aluminium flywheel. With a power to weight ratio of 550bhp per ton performance was electrifying; 0-60mph could be reached in 3.2 seconds and after passing 100mph at 6.3 seconds it could continue to a maximum speed of 231mph (figures quoted by Autocar). By total contrast the F1 is equally at home in traffic and it is claimed that one can trickle along at 35mph in top gear whilst the engine gently idles – a single gear with an operating field spanning nearly 200mph!

Asides from the mechanical specification the body was equally unique, drawing on McLaren's Formula 1 expertise it was fabricated entirely of carbon fibre composite construction. Unlike other commonly utilised materials in car manufacture, carbon fibre is unperishable; not capable of flex or rusting it is quoted as being able to `last forever’. With a safety cell to protect the three occupants it provided what was effectively a single seater Grand Prix concept with room for a passenger recessed either side of the central driving position.

The prototype was launched to public scrutiny at Monaco in 1992 where potential customers were able to choose their personal options and even specify their preferred steering wheel and pedal locations. Standard specification was comprehensive and included a gold-plated Facom titanium tool-roll, fitted luggage, magnesium alloy wheels and a specially designed lightweight Kenwood stereo system. In addition to this, a complete Facom tool chest with all McLaren F1 necessary tools was separately included. From this debut it then took nearly two years for the first customer-ordered cars to be delivered in 1994. Praise was unanimous, not least by the few privileged owners but the press alike. In 1998 a McLaren F1 road car was recorded at 386.7kmh / 240.14mph and this stands today as the fastest speed ever recorded by a production car. It was claimed that the F1 was never designed as a race car, if that is indeed true the F1 must be the most successful accidental hero ever to grace the racetrack. After a debut win at Le Mans in 1995 the F1 went on to record numerous victories in GT events across the globe including two FIA GT World Championships.

After the Le Mans victory of 1995, McLaren made a commemorative `LM’ model destined for road use which had increased horsepower, greater downforce and improved handling characteristics to the standard McLaren road car but it lacked the internal comforts of the standard model. 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 %IGurney flap%i. 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.

An additional fax sent from McLaren in August 2000 complimented this astonishing car even further; McLaren’s most experienced test driver commented that this car was `the ultimate F1 variant, having the best combination of performance, stability, grip and handling, whilst still being practical for road use’.

Unbelievable to think it possible for the greatest Supercar of all time, but with performance raised to an uncompromised optimum level, seemingly there could be no further necessary requirements. However thanks to the comprehensive options and upgrade packages offered by the McLaren factory to this privileged individual, it was decided to respray and retrim the car to his desired combination. A unique dark tangerine metallic colour was chosen, as the studio photography shows, the result is absolutely mesmerising and for long-term protection from stonechips `Armourfend’ (a ultra thin, transparent film) has been applied to the most prone areas such as the nose, headlights and wing mirrors. In complimentary contrast, the interior was trimmed to `GT’ specification with a magnolia alcantara headlining and magnolia wilton carpets, the driver’s seat was privileged with magnolia nubuck leather with beige alcantara inserts and the passenger seats were mirrored in beige alcantara with magnolia nubuck leather inserts. To finish and sharpen the visual appearance the dashboard was trimmed in black alcantara and black wilton overmats adorn the footwells.

Also uprated is the air conditioning system. In the cockpit there is a 14 inch leather-trimmed steering wheel and a Phillips satellite navigation system nestles in the left footwell within a custom-made carbon fibre casing. Notably the carbon fibre instrument panel incorporates a gear change light and the chassis number is engraved into the rev counter. Whilst in the car, you have the ability to listen to the stereo, the two-way radio Motorola communication system, the navigation satellite and/or converse with each other whilst on the move (with or without using the helicopter-rated intercom system and Peltor headsets). Other factory upgrades on this most select McLaren include gas discharge headlights, lightly tinted side windows and as a custom request the `F1’ motifs on the doors and the sides of the rear wing have been painted silver. To complete the astonishing achievement Gordon Murray himself has hand-signed this supercar on the carbon fibre area in between the chassis plate and the gear stick in silver permanent marker.

Since new, the car has always been stored in the custody of McLaren Cars and all service and up-grade options, that McLaren offers to their exclusive clientele, have only ever been carried out by McLaren Cars in their Customer Care Workshops. The LM engine has covered just over 5,000kms (3,000 miles) since installation and less than 500kms since the last thorough service. The odometer reading displays just 18,540kms (11,500 miles) but if one takes into consideration that the chassis is unperishable and the engine is so fresh, it can be regarded as virtually new. Presented in immaculate condition throughout, this particular McLaren F1 is an `ultimate’ example of the model and with its comprehensive specification and knockout looks should not be missed.

Included is the Facom tool kit, McLaren 073 wristwatch made specifically for this car, fitted luggage, users manuals and the Swiss Permis de Circulation.


colour Kandy Orange

interior colour Magnolia nubuck/Beige alcantara

drive LHD

type Coupe

year 1998

Chassis No. SA9AB5AC4W1048073

Engine No. GTR LM 61121 6053 1648

Price estimate: 500.000 - 600.000 GBP

country United Kingdom









Vendor


Christie's Sale, London 2nd December 2003

The Jack Barclay Showroom, 2-4 Ponton Rd, London SW8 5BA

Homepage http://www.christies.com/
Phone +44 (0)207 389 2851
Fax +44 (0)207 627 8917
E-mail [email protected]

[mini magic]

whats a "Swiss Permis de Circulation" ?

[Peloton25]

My guess would be either the plate or the registration.

Funny that you would post this today as I just went looking to see if it had been published on Christies site yesterday, thinking that it had been a while since anyone had mentioned it and that the auction was less than one month away.

>8^)
ER

[mini magic]

its not on christies. i was looking for new mclarens for sale on classicdriver.com and saw it. pure luck.

btw, i am scanning the 001R pic right now

[TcarR]

691 HP. That's 11 more than the official power qouted for the LM. This must be one fast McLaren. Anyone want to lend me 600,000 quid?

[Peloton25]

I think you might need just a bit more money than that for what is most likely the ultimate interpretation of the F1 road car.

Chock that 11HP variance up to minor differences in each engine - HP variance is common among engines in all cars.

>8^)
ER

[MclarenF1LM]

Wow! This sounds like an imazing Mclaren, definetly
one of my favorites. Frank Selldorff should gobble this
deal up fast.

[Peloton25]

I disagree - I think what Frank has is perfect. A driver, a showroom piece, and the ultimate road car. This car tries to combine all three into one and so it would suffer in some respects.

>8^)
ER

[TcarR]

If £600,000 wouldn't cover it, how much do you think would?

[mini magic]

for a mclaren, 600,000 quid itsn't much. is gonna go for more than that

[TcarR]

011 didn't make £600,000. Why should this one?

[MclarenF1LM]

TcarR, even if you did manage to get it for £600,000(which
I personaly think is very unlikely) you'd still need more(lots
more) money for normal upkeep costs. Before buying an F1
make sure that you have a steady pay check that has a
number on it that is somewheres north of £1,000,000.


Hope this will help you out some time in the future. LOL

[mini magic]

cause 011 was a regular f1 with a hd kit and a few cosmetic add ons

[TcarR]

well then, let's all quess what it will go for. Winner gets.......not much really, apart from some satisfaction (not even Mick Jagger could that, so it's not that bad of prize).

I'm going for £645,000

[mini magic]

My GUESS - 740,000 - 760,000 (pounds)