McLaren F1 Auction Sets Record at Pebble Beach
$205 Million Sale Highlights Soaring Value of Classic Cars
McLaren Racing: A History of Success
A rare and iconic McLaren F1 supercar has been auctioned at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in California for a staggering $205 million, setting a new record for the most expensive car ever sold at auction. The sale, which took place on Friday night, underscores the soaring value of classic and collectible cars in recent years.
The McLaren F1 is a legendary sports car that was produced from 1992 to 1998. Only 106 examples were ever made, with 64 of those being the iconic road-legal version. The car is renowned for its advanced design, lightweight construction, and blistering performance, which made it the fastest production car in the world at the time of its release.
The McLaren F1 that was sold at Pebble Beach is a particularly rare and sought-after example, having been the first McLaren F1 ever produced and the only one to feature a spare engine. It was also the personal car of the late Gordon Murray, the McLaren F1's chief designer, who drove the car for over 2,000 miles before selling it in 1997.
The sale of the McLaren F1 at Pebble Beach is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic cars and the passion of collectors around the world. It also highlights the extraordinary success of McLaren Racing, which has become a dominant force in Formula 1, INDYCAR, and Formula E racing.
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