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Grant:

RC:

I still think I would get the Huracan Performante instead (sound, AWD) but the 600LT is definitely one of the cars I would consider in this price range, more than any Porsche, sorry to say that.

Isn't the Performante quite a bit more expensive?

In Germany, same price (Coupe).

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If the true HP is like on a 720 - this car could be indeed be a sweet spot and the nightmare for many competitors in a much higher price bracket. I am really curious on the sound with the new exhaust layout  !

https://www.motor1.com/news/250983/mclaren-planning-faster-600lt/

BjoernB:

If the true HP is like on a 720 - this car could be indeed be a sweet spot and the nightmare for many competitors in a much higher price bracket. I am really curious on the sound with the new exhaust layout  !

The 570S is already pretty fast. We drove side by side on the Autobahn, from 80 to 180 kph, performance was basically the same (vs. my R8) but from 200 kph on, the 570S drove away surprisingly fast. So there clearly is an extra power somewhere because there is no way the car has 570 hp only.

Funny: We did a similar thing with my E63S and from 80 to 180 kph, I was slightly ahead.  We couldn't go over 220 kph though, would have been interesting.

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RC:

The 570S is already pretty fast. We drove side by side on the Autobahn, from 80 to 180 kph, performance was basically the same (vs. my R8) but from 200 kph on, the 570S drove away surprisingly fast. So there clearly is an extra power somewhere because there is no way the car has 570 hp only

The 570 is pretty narrow compared with R8 which helps with aero drag (frontal area)...

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found out from my dealer its about AUD 550k! ....  thats about the same as a used 720S.

the problem with McLaren still lies n their poor resale.  tho the LT range is prob the best of the bunch. makes Porsche GT cars such a bargain.

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Grant:

RC:

The 570S is already pretty fast. We drove side by side on the Autobahn, from 80 to 180 kph, performance was basically the same (vs. my R8) but from 200 kph on, the 570S drove away surprisingly fast. So there clearly is an extra power somewhere because there is no way the car has 570 hp only

The 570 is pretty narrow compared with R8 which helps with aero drag (frontal area)...

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Not sure this is drag only, the car pulled away quite well.

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RC:

Grant:

RC:

The 570S is already pretty fast. We drove side by side on the Autobahn, from 80 to 180 kph, performance was basically the same (vs. my R8) but from 200 kph on, the 570S drove away surprisingly fast. So there clearly is an extra power somewhere because there is no way the car has 570 hp only

The 570 is pretty narrow compared with R8 which helps with aero drag (frontal area)...

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Not sure this is drag only, the car pulled away quite well.

If it was power and/or weight advantage, it would have beaten you to 180kph also, right?

Only high speed advantage tends to be aero, unless cars in very different power and weight classes (like Caterham vs,

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In Germany even the LT models (675) show a fairly high depreciation for a model limited to 500 units.

Depreciation is the problem which holds me off buying a McL and in particular a 600 LT.

A 500 unit Porsche or Ferrari model does not suffer from this problem.

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And according to this article they are thinking off making an even quicker "600LT".

https://www.carscoops.com/2018/07/mclarens-already-considering-even-extreme-600lt/

Depreciation at full speed

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

the LT is like the GT3 then?

and the hardcore one will be the GT3RS?

I say bravo!

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BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

The 570S is a monster in the 250 to Vmax range. I have my suspicions but I better keep them for me. 

There is a reason why some sportscar manufacturers take back boost pressure and/or ignition timings in the upper speed range and this isn't only related to thermodynamics, if you get my drift. 

I would love to see a real life emissions test on these McLarens in that speed range. 

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BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

Its all about demand, there is no problem bringing out consecutive facelifted variants of the 911 GT vesions when you have more people fighting over them than the supply, but when you bring new versions out  every other day when there is not that much demand, you are killing the resale of the prevoius version s you launch the new ones. Personally I dont see a problem, with reason, sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

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Carlos from Spain:

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

 sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

Exactly, Carlos 

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RC:

The 570S is a monster in the 250 to Vmax range. I have my suspicions but I better keep them for me. 

There is a reason why some sportscar manufacturers take back boost pressure and/or ignition timings in the upper speed range and this isn't only related to thermodynamics, if you get my drift. 

I would love to see a real life emissions test on these McLarens in that speed range. 

Why not discuss?  I'm interested.  Or are McLaren's lawyers likely to swoop down on us?

I can't imagine any car's emissions are good at 250+ or at wide-open throttle at any speed - nor is there any requirement to be at the moment.. What's the issue here?

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DaveGordon:

RC:

The 570S is a monster in the 250 to Vmax range. I have my suspicions but I better keep them for me. 

There is a reason why some sportscar manufacturers take back boost pressure and/or ignition timings in the upper speed range and this isn't only related to thermodynamics, if you get my drift. 

I would love to see a real life emissions test on these McLarens in that speed range. 

Why not discuss?  I'm interested.  Or are McLaren's lawyers likely to swoop down on us?

I can't imagine any car's emissions are good at 250+ or at wide-open throttle at any speed - nor is there any requirement to be at the moment.. What's the issue here?

I won't start a discussion based on pure speculations (or rumors ) but even at full speed and full throttle, a car needs to meet certain emissions/lambda values. I am no engineer but I've been told that manufacturers can gain power in certain speed ranges by playing with setups/ignition timings. Is it legal? Hmm, not really I think.

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DaveGordon:

RC:

The 570S is a monster in the 250 to Vmax range. I have my suspicions but I better keep them for me. 

There is a reason why some sportscar manufacturers take back boost pressure and/or ignition timings in the upper speed range and this isn't only related to thermodynamics, if you get my drift. 

I would love to see a real life emissions test on these McLarens in that speed range. 

Why not discuss?  I'm interested.

+1

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bluelines:

DaveGordon:

RC:

The 570S is a monster in the 250 to Vmax range. I have my suspicions but I better keep them for me. 

There is a reason why some sportscar manufacturers take back boost pressure and/or ignition timings in the upper speed range and this isn't only related to thermodynamics, if you get my drift. 

I would love to see a real life emissions test on these McLarens in that speed range. 

Why not discuss?  I'm interested.

+1

My lawyer sucks...  

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When using max performance, mine uses about 50 litres/100km.. can’t imagine the emissions bouncing off 9k rpm are that great, either.. 

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DaveGordon:

When using max performance, mine uses about 50 litres/100km.. can’t imagine the emissions bouncing off 9k rpm are that great, either.. 

This, unfortunately, was what was exploited by several automakers, including as we know Volkswagen Group, in the diesel scandal known as Dieselgate.  The previous testing regime didn't test emissions for the entire performance envelop of the vehicles and automakers took advantage of this loophole, until it wasn't there anymore, to very costly consequences for Volkswagen.  With ever tightening emission standards coupled with more stringent testing protocols, automakers are finding it extremely difficult to meet these regulations, hence the massive investment in EVs.  Tesla, to its credit, spearheaded consumer acceptance of the EV; however, as the traditional automakers transition away ICEs, competitive pressures accelerate for Tesla.  Technology economists, and others, speak about the Winner-Takes-All syndrome and the closely related concept of economies of scale; this is the advantage of the largest automakers with their copious positive cash flow and R&D assets.

Carlos from Spain:

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

Its all about demand, there is no problem bringing out consecutive facelifted variants of the 911 GT vesions when you have more people fighting over them than the supply, but when you bring new versions out  every other day when there is not that much demand, you are killing the resale of the prevoius version s you launch the new ones. Personally I dont see a problem, with reason, sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

That’s exactly what Lotus has been doing for the past years.

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I also think that the insurance expense of the carbon fiber tub offsets some of the value of the car. Those who can afford the insurance also afford new versions. Once it is used the high premium on Insurance hurts resale more than when New. I believe the R8 suffers the same fault. 

CGX car nut:

This, unfortunately, was what was exploited by several automakers, including as we know Volkswagen Group

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motoring/volkswagen-golf-r-power-drops-296bhp-amid-wltp-changes

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Grant:

CGX car nut:

This, unfortunately, was what was exploited by several automakers, including as we know Volkswagen Group

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motoring/volkswagen-golf-r-power-drops-296bhp-amid-wltp-changes

That’s just two examples and there will be more in coming weeks.  

Leawood911:

I also think that the insurance expense of the carbon fiber tub offsets some of the value of the car. Those who can afford the insurance also afford new versions. Once it is used the high premium on Insurance hurts resale more than when New. I believe the R8 suffers the same fault. 

Funny story: I have been taunted by several R8 owners in a German car forum because I said it is difficult to get an insurance for the new(!) R8 because of the carbon tub. Most of them were "old" R8 owners though. 

Then, two new users reported that they tried to get a R8 and couldn't get insurance for it (either they were too young or had an accidents insurance history). My sales guy also reported about a couple of customers who wanted a R8, they had the financials (cash, lease) and everything was OK but when they tried to get insurance... 

It seems that insurances here in Germany judge on an individual basis.

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Carlos from Spain:

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

Its all about demand, there is no problem bringing out consecutive facelifted variants of the 911 GT vesions when you have more people fighting over them than the supply, but when you bring new versions out  every other day when there is not that much demand, you are killing the resale of the prevoius version s you launch the new ones. Personally I dont see a problem, with reason, sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

Did you try to get a new 720s? The demand for that car is huge. The problem with used cars is similar to Bentley - the one who can afford a new don´t buy used.

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ALDO:

Carlos from Spain:

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

Its all about demand, there is no problem bringing out consecutive facelifted variants of the 911 GT vesions when you have more people fighting over them than the supply, but when you bring new versions out  every other day when there is not that much demand, you are killing the resale of the prevoius version s you launch the new ones. Personally I dont see a problem, with reason, sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

Did you try to get a new 720s? The demand for that car is huge. The problem with used cars is similar to Bentley - the one who can afford a new don´t buy used.

So what about those who cannot afford a new one? 

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RC:

ALDO:

Carlos from Spain:

BjoernB:

Porsche brings out at the same speed GT models or limited editions and nobody cries foul.....

Its all about demand, there is no problem bringing out consecutive facelifted variants of the 911 GT vesions when you have more people fighting over them than the supply, but when you bring new versions out  every other day when there is not that much demand, you are killing the resale of the prevoius version s you launch the new ones. Personally I dont see a problem, with reason, sportscars should not be investments and are meant to be enjoyded, 

Did you try to get a new 720s? The demand for that car is huge. The problem with used cars is similar to Bentley - the one who can afford a new don´t buy used.

 

So what about those who cannot afford a new one? 

I mean there are lot of people who spend 363.000 € on a new 720s (the price is the one I would like to have) and change it one or two years later for the new 720 s spider without thinking how much money they lose. 

The same situation you have with Bentley owners. 

A normal 720 s costs about 250.000 € - with this car you do not have any significant loss in resale value. The problem starts when you specify 360.000 € for a 720 s and try to sell it two years later. Nobody is willing you to pay the extra money for the MSO parts.  

AM