1:18 McLaren F1

[Petrolhead]

Not that this car needs any introduction but here's some Wikipedia knowledge on this subject.
The McLaren F1 is a supercar that was designed and manufactured by McLaren Automotive.Originally a concept conceived by Gordon Murray,he convinced Ron Dennis to back the project and engaged Peter Stevens to design the exterior of the car.On 31 March 1998,it set the record for the fastest road car in the world topping at 231 mph (372 km/h) with rev limiter on and 242.95 mph (391 km/h) with rev limiter removed.
The car features numerous proprietary designs and technologies.It is lighter and has a more streamlined structure than even most of its modern rivals and competitors despite having one seat more than most similar sports cars with the driver's seat located in the middle (and slightly forward of the passengers' seating position providing excellent driving visibility).It features a powerful BMW 6.1 litre V12 engine and is somewhat track oriented but not to the degree that it compromises everyday usability and comfort.It was conceived as an exercise in creating what its designers hoped would be considered the ultimate road car.Despite not having been designed as a track machine,a modified race car edition of the vehicle won several races including the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995 where it faced purpose-built prototype race cars.Production began in 1992 and ended in 1998.
This 1:18 McLaren F1 finished in 'Magensium Silver' is by AutoArt and one of their best creations yet.

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Luggage pieces have 'F1' embossed to one side.Cool.

[bandhav]

I want one so badly that it hurts but I am in no position to spend 12 k on a single model. This kind of money can get me a 1:1 4 wheeler...but One day I would surely add one to my collection as no modern Supercar collection can be compete without this.

[Slix.Salakshya]

And the Legend strikes back.
Be it Ravi's example, Khan's white one, Gugga's UT, in person at ModelArt or even the listing on DCM, The F1 leaves me speechless everytime I see it, & the pricetag shuts it further.

[Petrolhead]

Thanks for appreciating the model,Spandan.You will have one sooner than you know.This is one AutoArt Signature model that I think is definitely worth the money.
And thank you for the praise as well,Slix!!

One last photo of the superb luggage compartment before I get on with the other spectacular details.


Gold foil was used as a heat shield for the engine and exhaust compartments.Nothing but the best when it came to construction materials.No compromise.No equal.

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And the details continue...

Yes.AutoArt hasn't forgotten about the active spoiler either.



As expected,this one made it to the covers of several appropriately titled books.

And earned full coverage inside.


Hope AutoArt makes the orange LM in that picture next.

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Parting shot.

[bandhav]

Even I am hoping so.

PS: I am just curious! are we connected elsewhere? How do you know my name? I am not sure but I have feeling that somehow I am asking a foolish question but still I have to ask.

[Petrolhead]

Facebook.I've seen your photos on the 'Diecast Model Collectors' page.

[bandhav]

^^Ohkay! Great.

[Guggga]

^^ Yeah Spandy - he's your long lost younger brother. Now go and claim half of that collection

Pac: Love the F1! Its a true legend! I wasn't a fan of this car initially, but one can't argue with numbers and her pedigree. I am glad that I was able to bag my UT example for an excellent price last year. This Autoart version is excellent, the opening parts and detailing is very cool.

Congratulations on a fine model

[Petrolhead]

Hahaha!And thanks!

[bandhav]

@Gugga Bhai: This analogy I would prefer claiming your collection first keeping in mind the Geographical proximity of your place.

Lets start with Welly Miura, give me one and if possible make it Red.

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Going by this analogy...