McLaren to Launch 5 new models in next 5 years

McLaren MP4-12C, Pebble Beach Concours d?Elegance, Monterey, California, 25.08.2010

One new vehicle every year

According to a recent report, McLaren has ambitious plans to build 4,500 vehicles by 2015.

To do this, the company will launch a new model (or variant) every year for the next five years. While details are limited, each vehicle will strive for "substance over flash," and “lower volume, higher standards,” according to McLaren North American chief Tony Joseph.

This goal seems plausible considering 2,700 people have expressed interest in purchasing a MP4-12C. Speaking with Autoguide, McLaren's Regional Director for North America, Tony Joseph, said MP4-12C buyers aren't the usual suspects. Instead of owning a Ferrari, they normally drive Porsches.

Source: autoguide.com

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sideskraper

All variants ala Veyron? I would say so. Not surprised they feel the owners will be Porsche drivers, the McL is a bit of a geeks car. People want a 911 Turbo alternative without the show off factor. People who drive M5's, Lotus' and early R8's will also be buying this car.

September 3, 2010 7:11 am

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JoeKav

Isn't this exactly what Ferrari is doing? Either way I'm looking forward to it.

September 3, 2010 7:17 am

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zamzungas

Ok, just wait for one more powerfull version and roadster. Whats more? New model with another one more powerfull version and roadster?

September 3, 2010 7:17 am

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nashmkm

Please give us the New Gen F1 soon. Cant wait to see the new F1 vs Pagani C9 vs Koenigsegg Agera.

September 3, 2010 7:35 am

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mpower333

I'm so looking forward to this companies future as a sports car only manufacture. They will join only a few companies who haven't tarnished their reputations and vision for the sake of SUV profiteering.

September 3, 2010 7:41 am

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astroturf777

not yet anyway...

September 3, 2010 3:47 pm

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JA1978

Well as long as it doesn't set on fire it's already got the upper hand on the 458

September 3, 2010 7:54 am

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saijaS

A hybrid/roadster/lightweight version of the MP4-12C, and a new F1. That's it.

September 3, 2010 8:18 am

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b84

Noup, there is also a new Porsche challenger.

September 3, 2010 8:41 am

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simK

MP4-12C Spyder MP4-12C Turbo MP4-12C-RS MP4-12C "Special Edition" ...

September 3, 2010 9:57 am

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"MP4-12C Turbo" the MP4-12C is already Twin Turbo.

September 5, 2010 11:57 pm

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Edison

I like this car alot. It would be a tough decision between this and the Ferrari 458. The 458 is awesome (bar the recent flammable wheel well adhesive issue which looks like is being solved) and I am sure this technological tour-de-force will give it a run for the money. While not flashy, this car is a grower and has some neat details.

September 3, 2010 9:58 am

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astroturf777

best part of a 458 is that you can flog it silly, wait for it to bust into flames then get a free new one!

September 3, 2010 3:54 pm

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Shark

At least their cars are built withutmost quality and not held together with glue, makes me wonder where else Ferrari cut corners in that Italian blowjob! McLaren forever!

September 6, 2010 11:31 am

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