#073 looks quite nice when the sun hits it just right...

[Peloton25]

Only shot so far that I have seen - hopefully there are more to the set. For the record, Don Wallace of Tampa, FL purchased this car through the Christies auction last year, and it is fitted with the LM-spec engine as well as some other nice tweaks.


Clickable...

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[MalkaJB]

*right click, set as background*

DROOOOOOLLLLL!!!!

[Peloton25]

Originally Posted by MalkaJB

*right click, set as background*

DROOOOOOLLLLL!!!!

Most definitely.

If I find some free time, I will make the Tahoe/Suburban behind it disappear. I don't think I can do much about the stuff on the passenger seat or what appears to be a person in the driver's seat though.

Other than those few things, its a perfect shot.

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[Mr. Bernoulli]

Still the best looker IMO.

But that's a whole other thread...

[Stratoraptor]

Originally Posted by MalkaJB

*right click, set as background*

DROOOOOOLLLLL!!!!

That's not a bad idea...

My compliments to the photographer!

[mini magic]

Thanks man

[jcsaleen]

Very nice! Once again you never seece (sp?)to amaze me.

[F1 monster]

Beautiful pic! Thanks. Mini magic, did you take it?

Peloton, you sure it has an LM-spec motor? I thought that it just had the LM-spec software in the ECU.

Also, I don't think there's anyone in the driver's seat--looks like a white cloth or something to me.

[mini magic]

Originally Posted by F1 monster

Beautiful pic! Thanks. Mini magic, did you take it?

Hu? No, i didn't take it. It'd be a lot better if i took it

[Peloton25]

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.

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:

"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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[F1 monster]

Yeah I read that too. Wonder where I read that it had only the software--it might even have been on this board, but I can't remember.

691bhp...yikes!

I would love to see the torque curve for this monster. At its lowest torque output, it should be able to pull away from anything and everything. I tested a 2004 Viper--it could start off on a slight uphill in 6th gear without lugging--at idle! I can't imagine what this car could do (probably pull a house)!

[Stratoraptor]

I just noticed...As that Mr. Wallace's laundry in the passenger seat?

[Peloton25]

The file named "AdiosSuburban" seen below is courtesy of Mpowered. He asked me to host it for everyone else which I will gladly do, as it saves me from having to make it myself.



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[Mpowered]

Originally Posted by Peloton25

The file named "AdiosSuburban" seen below is courtesy of Mpowered. He asked me to host it for everyone else which I will gladly do, as it saves me from having to make it myself.



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Hey, it was Peleton's idea, I was just the executioner.

[ExoticCarSite.com]

This turned up in my Photo Of the Day I noticed today since I know Eric has a bit of a fascination with this car

http://www.exoticcarsite.com/image.p.../potd/1505.jpg

I don't know where I got it from or anything though, I've obviously collected it somewhere along the line and 3 months ago, decided to use it as a POTD picture.... sorry I couldn't be of more help.