“This may be the fastest production car on earth, but its timing is terrible. If it could travel so fast, it should go back in time before the 2008 Recession...” The New York Times · 16 years ago
Are you interested in the of the 2009 F1 car or a buyer's guide for a used MP4-12C ? McLaren 12C - F1 Inspired & Engineering-led Supercar
If you are looking at the MP4-12C from a modern "used car" perspective, the legacy is mixed. 20092mp4
: It was the first production car to feature a one-piece carbon fiber "MonoCell" chassis, a technology previously reserved for elite racing and million-dollar hypercars.
“I think that Toyota will have a new rival in the good looks department... Am I the only one who prefers the look of the Ferrari to the Toyota?” Sidepodcast · 17 years ago “This may be the fastest production car on
: According to What Car? , many of these initial problems were addressed through manufacturer updates, and owners generally report a positive driving experience today. Community Voices
: At the start of the season, the car lacked downforce and was often found at the back of the grid. It lacked the "double diffuser" that teams like Brawn GP used to dominate early on. : It was the first production car to
: Through relentless development, McLaren transformed the MP4-24 into a race winner by mid-season. Lewis Hamilton secured the car’s first win at the Hungarian Grand Prix, proving that the chassis was fundamentally capable once the aero package was fixed. The McLaren MP4-12C : A 2009 Revelation