2019 McLaren Senna MSO “Merlin”

This 2019 McLaren Senna is one in all 500 examples created to honor the accomplishments of driver Ayrton Senna throughout his tenure with the McLaren Formulation 1 crew from 1988 to 1993, the place he achieved 35 race victories and three Drivers’ Championship titles.

Designed underneath the supervision of McLaren Automotive’s Rob Melville, the Senna makes use of the MonoCage III carbon-fiber monocoque platform, contributing to a minimal US-spec curb weight of two,897 kilos. With lively aerodynamic bodywork, the coupe generates a formidable 1,764 kilos of downforce at 155 mph, which is maintained all through its manufacturer-claimed prime pace of 211 mph.

This explicit instance includes a bespoke colour developed by McLaren Particular Operations’ Darren “Merlin” Townsend, that includes Sorcerer Black paintwork with a pearlescent sparkle seen underneath particular lighting situations. Manufacturing unit-added gold pinstriping enhances the physique traces, whereas gold-finished wing endplates adorned with the Merlin script and different distinctive particulars pay homage to Townsend.

The Senna is powered by a modified model of the twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine discovered within the McLaren 720S, referred to as the M840TR on this utility. It delivers an output of 789 horsepower at 7,250 rpm and 590 lb-ft of torque at 5,500 rpm, transmitted to the rear wheels by a seven-speed dual-clutch SSG computerized transaxle.

Extra efficiency options embody lively aerodynamics, carbon-ceramic brakes, staggered-size center-locking wheels, RaceActive Chassis Management II hydraulic suspension, and adjustable driving modes with numerous driver aids. The automobile additionally boasts dual-zone local weather management, Bowers & Wilkins audio, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, and touchscreen infotainment.