iDriver PRESENTS
MARCH 2014
THE McLAREN
650S
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his March, McLaren Automotive officially unveiled the McLaren 650S Coupe and Spider at the Geneva Motor Show. This issue is going in depth on this model, with a lot of information and pictures. We will be receiving our first McLaren 650S by the end of the month, feel free to stop by our showroom to discover McLaren Automotive’s new supercar. As good news never come alone, the McLaren Mercedes team seems to have figured out the new Formula One V6 turbo engine already. With a 2nd and 3rd place finish, the team is leading the constructor’s championship. We are looking forward to the next race on March 30th and will be viewing the race at our showroom at 10:00am. Finally, we are proud to announce the McLaren Newport Beach Magazine is now available for free on the App Store, Amazon.com, Google Play and Windows store. Check it on your smartphone or tablet. Thank you, Pietro Frigerio General Manager McLaren Newport Beach
McL A R E N 650 S
THE McLAREN
650S
UNCOMPROMISED DESIGN Every time you approach your McLaren 650S, you’ll feel the same tingle of excitement as when you first set eyes on it. Every panel, every surface, every detail has been painstakingly designed to take your breath away and enhance the thrill of the drive. ACTIVE AIRBRAKE Now available in carbon fiber, the active Airbrake gives you total confidence to exploit the McLaren 650S’s astounding performance and dynamics. Brake heavily above 95kph and the McLaren 650S’s active Airbrake instantly deploys, meaning you can stop faster and brake even later on the racetrack. LIGHTER. STRONGER. FASTER. Not only do the McLaren 650S’s lightweight forged alloy wheels look stunning, they’re also incredibly strong and shed
weight from the most beneficial place. That means they amplify the McLaren 650S’s breathtaking dynamics, improve its ride comfort and complement the 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8’s mindblowing performance. ICONIC DOORS Simple. Effective. Undeniably spectacular. Our signature dihedral doors, first seen on the McLaren F1, are lighter and more aerodynamic than conventional doors. The single hinge design requires less room to open and makes it easier to get in and out. ILLUMINATING DESIGN Inspired by the McLaren P1 and echoing the McLaren speed mark, the 650S features striking all-LED headlights with all functions – dipped- and full-beam, indicators, day-time running lamps – illuminated by LED technology.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY. UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE. You feel the thrill of the drive, sense the connection to the road, hear the twin-turbo V8 roar as it hits peak rpm. But it all started with a blank piece of paper and our engineers wondering how they could make the perfect sportscar. CARBON FIBER MONOCELL A huge part of the reason the McLaren 650S feels so intimately connected to the road is the carbon fiber MonoCell at its core. It’s strong, it’s light, it’s safe, it doesn’t flex when you finally dare to take Flugplatz flat. It makes the McLaren 650S feel fantastic. BRAKE STEER Brake Steer uses the rear brakes to subtly manage traction, minimise mid-corner understeer and control oversteer when you corner at speed, allowing you to unleash the 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8’s full performance in maximum safety with breathtaking effect.
ACTIVE AERODYNAMICS You’ll love it because it looks gorgeous, but it took hundreds of hours of advanced computational fluid dynamics, weeks of wind tunnel testing and an obsession with perfection to create the breathtaking contours of the McLaren 650S. AN ENGINE LIKE NO OTHER Accelerate at low revs and you’ll feel its turbocharged pull. The mid-range will slam you back in your seat. Performance at the 8500rpm redline packs a fearsome punch. But not only does the M838T engine deliver captivating performance, it’s also refined, characterful and offers extraordinary fuel economy and impressively low CO2 emissions. PROACTIVE CHASSIS CONTROL Proactive Chassis Control (PCC) gives you the best of both worlds, from supple suspension in town to roll-free cornering on the racetrack for ultimate exhilaration.
M cL A R E N 650 S
BUILT AROUND YOU Every millimetre of the McLaren 650S’s Carbon Black Alcantara interior has been meticulously optimised for maximum driving pleasure and unparalleled comfort. MATERIALS The highest-quality materials are crafted by hand to complement the McLaren 650S’s interior design. Alcantara: used extensively in motorsport, this composite, suede-like material offers extensive grip and creates a refined, sporting look. Carbon fiber: we create different weights and thicknesses which complement the shape and form of the interior. Lacquered carbon also plays beautifully with light, giving depth and adding dimension to the interior finish.
PANORAMIC VIEW The dashboard is laid out simply and logically, the steering wheel uncluttered. The low cowl – another benefit of the powerful V8 being positioned behind you – allows you to scan the road without obstruction, while the tops of the arches are positioned directly above the front wheels and are clearly visible from the driver’s seat. SYMMETRICAL DESIGN We’ve grouped every button and switch to reflect how often you’ll use them, minimising the time you need to look away from the road, or making it so intuitive that you simply don’t need to. Buttons that tailor the driving experience are grouped logically in the centre console; those for the climate-control zones are in the door panels to create an elegant symmetry.
RACE-CRAFTED STEERING WHEEL Grip the tactile, small-diameter steering wheel and your fingertips’ sense of connection to the McLaren 650S echoes that of our racing drivers in a Formula 1™ cockpit – the shape, the grip and the feel were all inspired by the steering wheels in our race cars. There are no buttons or switches to diminish the purity of interaction between man and machine.
M cL A R E N 650 S • MODE L R A N GE FORMULA 1-INSPIRED GEARSHIFT The McLaren 650S features a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox for super-fast gearshifts and peerless efficiency. You can control those gearshifts via a Formula 1-inspired rocker shift paddle mounted on the steering wheel. That means gearshifts are always at your fingertips, whether you’re flat-out through Eau Rouge or trickling through Monaco’s Grand Hotel Hairpin. A new feature allows for stacked shifts when the driver pulls the rocker shift multiple times, delivering the change directly to the desired gear. Or just select Auto and let the car do the work. ACTIVE DYNAMIC PANEL (ADP) How the suspension connects you to the road, how quickly the gearshifts react to your inputs, even the volume of the 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8… ADP’s Normal, Sport and Track modes allow you to tailor the McLaren 650S to your ideal driving preferences. Refined cruiser one minute, track-day thrill-seeker the next.
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CUST O M E R PROF I L E
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NAME: OCCUPATION: CITY: CAR: MILEAGE:
ANTHONY TONOKABONI PRESIDENT, TNT ENTERPRISES, INC. SAN CLEMENTE, CA 2012 McLAREN 12C – CARBON BLACK 2,450 MILES
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CAR?
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DRIVING ROAD?
1978 Camaro Z28 that broke down the first day I bought it.
Hwy 78 through Julian.
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO McLAREN?
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT?
The Heritage of McLaren. But most importantly the McLaren F1 and its innovative design. It didn’t hurt that they had outstanding drivers like Hunt, Lauda, Prost and of course Senna.
Andrea at Pelican Hill.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FEATURE IN THIS CAR?
Having McLaren Newport Beach deliver the car to my home and having all my friends and family enjoy the experience along with me.
The Carbon Tub, that allows the car to have incredible rigidity and roll stiffness with an uncompromised ride.
WHAT IS YOUR BEST MEMORY IN YOUR 12C?
WHAT WAS YOUR LONGEST ROAD TRIP IN THIS CAR? Driving to the Dealership for Service, no just kidding! Driving to Santa Barbara and taking the Coast.
HAVE YOU VISITED THE FACTORY? Not yet but I intend to soon.
DO FOLLOW FORMULA ONE? WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE DRIVER? I have followed F1 since I was 13 years old and my first Grand Prix Hero was Gilles Villeneuve. My Favorite Driver ever was Ayrton Senna. Currently I don’t have a favorite Driver.
DO YOU TAKE YOUR CAR ON THE TRACK? No.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CAR? My favorite car of all time is the McLaren F1. But since I don’t own one, I would say my beautiful 12C Coupe.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM? McLaren Grand Prix.
WHO INSPIRES YOU? God.
RESUME YOUR CAR IN 3 WORDS. Fast, Fantastic and Beautiful.
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FORMULA 1
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fter a disappointing 2013 season without a podium, 2014 couldn’t start any better for the McLaren Mercedes Team! Starting in 4th position on the grid, Kevin Magnussen (pictured) handled his first Formula One race like a veteran. Despite a generous throttle that could have ended his race before the first turn, Kevin ran the 57 laps without committing any mistake, racing for position all the way until the end. Starting 10th, Jenson Button took advantage of the Safety Car to pit early in the race and gain several positions, emerging 6th. After the second pit stops, Jenson now 4th stated to close the gap on Kevin running 3rd. With the disqualification of Red Bull Driver Ricciardo, Kevin’s 2nd place equaled Jacques Villeneuve debut as the most successful rookie. With both cars to the finishing 2nd and 3rd, McLaren now leads the constructors’ championship.
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Join us Sunday March 30th at 10.00am at the McLaren Newport Beach Showroom to watch the 2nd race of the 2014 Formula One Championship, taking place in Malaysia.
fantasy f1 league Our Fantasy F1 League is still open! Participate for free and compete to win McLaren branded prizes. To register, simply go to: www.mclarennb.com/fantasyF1.html “Triple Threat Racing”, winner of our 2013 overall Fantasy F1 championship, is already tie with “I know what I’m doing” for the
top spot of the league after the Australian GP. Picking Jenson Button, Niko Hulkenberg, Nico Rosberg and Valtteri Bottas earned them 813 points as well as an Official 2014 McLaren Teamwear Polo Shirt. Congratulations!
SE RV IC E
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McLAREN NEWPORT BEACH SERVICE LOCATION 1470 DALE WAY, COSTA MESA, CA 92626
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cLaren Newport Beach is proud to have the most knowledgeable McLaren staff in our service department. We strive to be the best in the industry and to provide both you and your McLaren the absolute best service possible. Our facility is stocked with the latest diagnostic equipment from McLaren Automotive. With 6 service bays all featuring low-profile vehicle lifts, we’re prepared with the proper equipment to work on your McLaren. We work hand in hand with the factory to keep our service department on the leading edge to make your service experience the best it can be. Our technicians are all factory trained and certified so you can be rest assured that your McLaren will leave our facilities with the same specification as it left the assembly line. Whether you have the iconic F1, industry-changing 12C, or the upcoming state-ofthe-art P1, our staff is factory trained and experienced in your vehicle. Should you have any issues or problems with your McLaren, please do not hesitate to call Troy Shane, McLaren Newport Beach’s Service Manager, to assist you. Contact information can be seen at the bottom of this page.
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