The Prince of the Top Gear Test Track

2012 McLaren MP4-12C

You guys remember that rumor of the McLaren going almost a second faster than the king of the Top Gear test track, the Ariel Atom 500 V8? Well, it's not true. But, don't count McLaren out for a second. It might not be faster than an Atom 500 or more exciting than its rival, the 458 Italia. But, it's more comfortable, more scientific, more powerful, and, in a straight line, faster than both of them. On the track, new STIG took the MP4-12C and set a valid time of 1:16.2, just 1.1 seconds more than the Atom 500. So it really isn't an Atom Smasher as I've described it before. But, it is a Ferrari killer as it was proved to run almost 3 seconds faster than it. Well done McLaren. Anyway, the other exciting things that happened on Top Gear...

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 3-Door

...James does some proper Rovering in the new Rover Evoque...

Sebastien Vettel and The STIG

...the X1 Xpert, Sebastien Vettel, breaks more records in the Reasonably Priced Liana...

Hamster and Jezza in the Countryside

...and Richard and Jezza spend some time talking to elderly people, all here on Top Gear.

Watch the episode below and tell me what you think of it.

Gotta Move Quicker

2012 McLaren MP4-12C

The first ever McLaren Automotive Dealership is already up and running in London, England, but don't be surprised if you go in and see no models there, or if the salesmen refuses to sell you one. It's not that he/she hates, but because the MP4-12C is sold out worldwide for supposedly the next 3 years. Initially, their plan was to build 1,000 units each year, but this total could rise to 4,000 if supply meets demand. They won't be doing that with this model though, but maybe with other models in the near future. No matter what the case, they will be sold in the 35 dealerships around the world including London, New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Manchester, Birmingham, Dallas, Chicago, Newport Beach, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Miami, Tampa, and other European locations in France, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland,  Italy, and Spain. So, if the order books are indeed full, they'll be servicing existing customers rather than luring new ones in. But don't worry. The MP4-12C is here and won't be leaving anytime soon.

Mega Mac

2012 McLaren MP4-12C (Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit)

As we all know, the fastest car in the world is the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. We also have heard rumors that the fastest car around the Top Gear Test Track is the McLaren MP4-12C. These are two quite excellent accomplishments for two quite excellent cars, but McLaren wants more. Rumor has it they've started up a new project known as "Mega Mac" in order to compete with the Bugatti Veyron. They say that they'll use the same Carbon Fiber monocell that the MP4-12C currently has. As for power, McLaren were thinking of putting in an 799 horsepower 5.0-liter V8 into the "Mega Mac" thanks to Ricardo. The engine will be connected to a 7-speed Dual-Clutch gearbox from Graziano allowing it to do 0 to 60 in about 2.8 seconds. Will it have enough to match the Veyron? I'm not sure, but it looks like it could be enough. We'll have to wait and see. Prices for the "Mega Mac" are estimated at about £350,000 to £400,000, so even if it's not as fast as the Veyron, it will cost 800k quid less than it. That should be good for your wallets. 

Breaking News: Top Gear has a New Track King!

2012 McLaren MP4-12C (Test Drive Unlimited 2)

Recent news has hit the web that apparently, The STIG took the all-new McLaren MP4-12C out on the Top Gear Test Track and set a lap time of 1:14.118, about 1 second faster than the current king, the Ariel Atom 500 V8. So far, no videos have been released and Top Gear themselves haven't said anything. But, if this is seriously true, then I have to give major props to McLaren. They've made a genuinely brilliant supercar. Take a look below to see how it would favor against the Ferrari 458 Italia in TDU world.

Test Drive Unlimited 2: Ferrari 458 Italia vs. McLaren MP4-12C

2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (Test Drive Unlimited 2)

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2011 McLaren MP4-12C (Test Drive Unlimited 2)

Now, some of you might've read the magazines warning Ferrari and Lamborghini owners about McLaren's newest creation: the MP4-12C. It has certainly been a threat for Ferrari and their new 458 Italia. Both cars are almost identical, it's hard to pick which is better. Well, I will do that for you, by implying some TDU logic. Check out the video below to see my review of both cars based on Test Drive Unlimited 2. I must warn you now: if you are a Ferrari 458 Italia owner, stop reading here and don't look at this video.