Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sotheby's Santa Monica event, June
24, 2017.
Estimate:
$335,000 - $375,000 US
666 bhp, 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine
Presented in Chicane grey
One of only 500 produced
Only 730 original miles
Highly optioned example
Upon introduction McLaren conveyed: "Experience the raw adrenaline
of the McLaren 675LT, the lightest, most driver-focused, most
exclusive series production McLaren supercar ever built.
The 1997 McLaren F1 GTR �Longtail' was the ultimate evolution of
the Le Mans-winning F1 GTR. Almost two decades on, the
limited-edition 675LT follows its uncompromising ethos to create a
visceral driving experience of unique intensity. More power, less
weight, more precision - nothing escaped McLaren's attention in the
quest for perfection on both road and track."
The 675LT has an unrivalled combination of lightness, safety and
stiffness. This is possible through the carbon fiber �MonoCell.' A
fanatical weight saving process was implemented on the McLaren
675LT that encompasses lightweight carbon fiber racing seats to a
one millimeter thinner windscreen, no opportunity to save weight
has been overlooked. Ultra-lightweight forged alloy wheels and
Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo R tires, carbon ceramic brakes and an uprated
suspension system that embraces technology from the McLaren P1 also
contribute to the radical specification.
Limited to 500 cars per the McLaren identification tag, this
exciting machine is finished in Chicane Grey with an Alcantara
embossed leather interior with racing seats in Carbon Black with
McLaren papaya orange highlights, seatbelts and stitching. The
famed McLaren orange is also seen on the disc brake calipers which
are fitted with aforementioned stealth alloy wheels and proper spec
tires.
The 675GT is amply powered by its 666 brake horsepower, 3.8-liter
twin-turbocharged V-8 engine that is paired with a paddle-shift
seven-speed automatic transmission. Other performance-oriented and
mechanical convenience componentry consists of McLaren track
telemetry camera, Club Sport Professional Pack, McLaren special
operation fire extinguisher, lithium ion battery charger and the
McLaren vehicle lift system. This operational lifting of the car
will spare concerns over high curbs and minor tarmac grades by not
having to worry about the dreaded scraping of the lower
surfaces.
The McLaren also has amenities that includes air conditioning,
soft-close latches; power windows, steering, and brakes. Carbon
fiber elements are seen throughout the car as part of the weight
savings, engineering specifications plus the fact that they just
have that look that immediately identifies the cars build with the
latest types of McLaren Formula One cars that have been on the grid
since the mid-1960s when raced by Company founder, the late Bruce
McLaren. Among the list of carbon fiber features are chicane end
plates, rear bumper center, lower side intakes, mirror caps, wheel
arches, airbrake, steering wheel, interior trims, and engine bay
workings.
Mark Vinnels, McLaren Automotive Program Director, describes the
675LT as "the most focused McLaren road car yet," and it more than
looks the part. There is also a �burnout launch mode,' Vinnels told
the motoring press that if you launch it with the steering turned
to 90 degrees it'll spin exactly around the badge on the nose. "I
hate it when people said our cars are scientific and aren't about
emotion," Vinnels stated. "We don't want the 675LT to be a
caricature, but we want it to get an emotional response." We find
it hard to believe that your heart won't be beating a bit faster
after experiencing such a fabulous car, with only 730 miles on the
odometer, it is ready to hit your favorite roads.
Addendum:
Please note this vehicle is being sold title in transit
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/.