A supercar is the most ferocious and unexpurgated expression of velocity, thrill and drama. Its ultimate intent is to awaken the senses and give them a run for their aptitude as it breaks all horizons and unleashes its utmost potential. An epitome of such a supercar is the McLaren 675LT which has its roots deeply instilled in F1 racing as it emulates the iconic 1997 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail. This translates into workmanship that led to the aftermath of a machine that gave up on maximum calories to deliver the most unbridled experience to the driver, on track and off it.
EXTERIOR
The McLaren 675LT certainly possesses the must-have attitude of a typical coupe with a massive drooping hood and muscular haunches in the peripherals. The headlamps mimicking the McLaren insignia continue to arouse taste and create an identity for the brand. Enormous air intakes and splitter at the front strike a wonderful poise between style and aerodynamic benefits.
Boffins at McLaren seem to have spent their most arduous hours working on the side profile as it features only the necessary elements such as a splitter and air tunnel. However, this goes in tandem with the car’s pretensions of being a bantamweight and the most exclusive McLaren LT model till date.
It’s likely that for most, the rear section of the car would be awe-inspiring. The boomerang shaped spoiler has been executed with perfection to seamlessly blend with its design. Dual exhaust pipe tips with garnishing elevate its style quotient. Finally, air extrusion cavities on the side extremes and a cavernous diffuser kit clinch a design that is as in-your-face as it can become.
INTERIOR
Those abreast with McLaren cars would find the driver’s shell of the 675LT, a familiar place. Like its most siblings, the 675LT’s interior has been executed with minimalism as the core pillar of design. Again, being parsimonious on weight was key to bring the essence of a lethal track weapon to a road-going coupe. It’s a combination of Alcantara and expensive carbon-fibre. It also sports bucket seats, that are meant to provide optimal support when driving or cornering hard and save 15 Kg mass.
A close look will also reveal rocker shift gear controls which avid brand enthusiasts would relate with the McLaren P1. Behind the steering wheel, is an extremely functional part-digital instrument cluster that has been designed to radiate maximum driving information that would be useful while clocking laps at the racetrack. Central portion witnesses a single air-conditioning vent to save 11.5 Kg. Even the climate control switches have been eschewed for the same purpose and are part of the touchscreen. There’s a single flowing compartment with all the necessary switches.
PEFORMANCE
The 675LT is powered by a 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that churns out a healthy 666hp and 700 Nm of torque. Taking the onus of channeling such astounding power, is a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox that provides near instantaneous shifts and also results in a reveling sound from the tuned exhausts. To accentuate safety while accelerating at its top speed of 330 Km/h, the 675LT features carbon-fibre brakes, Pirelli P-Zero™ inspired Trofeo R tyres with lightweight alloy wheels and a suspension setup, specially tuned for this car.
A nought to 62 mph is clocked in a claimed 2.9 seconds, while levelling up the game to 200 Km/h from a standstill is possible in a claimed 7.9 seconds!
VERDICT
In its hey-day, the McLaren 675LT competed against stalwarts such as the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, Aston Martin Vanquish and Lamborghini Aventador. If you’re in the market for a supercar that teems with exclusivity, this is a good consideration. Used examples trade for AED 570,000 to AED 700,000 depending on the condition and distance covered.
