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McLaren MP4-12C Cabrio

McLaren changed their Facebook Page’s cover photo last night with a new one. This does not sound interesting but, this new cover photo of McLaren is a cabrio version of MP4-12C! Probably it will be called MP4-12C Spyder
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McLaren MP4-12C with New Software

McLaren MP4-12C, the new automotive perfection! MP4-12C does sound a bit funny but, it is a formula one car covered with necessary regulatory equipment to drive on public roads. I saw McLaren MP4-12C with own eyes, it is totally a different league. From manufacturing to driving.
Yesterday, McLaren announced a firmware update to MP4-12C through their McLaren Tunes software. Sorry!!! What I have just written, a firmware update a car !?! I think I confused the press release with Apple and McLaren. Let’s start again.
Yesterday, McLaren announced a new software revision. Okay, this sounds better. McLaren offers a free software update to existing MP4-12C owners. This firmware update, sorry software update includes a revised battery usage and improved signal reception. Sorry again. This firmware update includes 25 PS of extra power (It is said to know that you have 25 horses hidden inside your engine), remote opening of passenger door, programmable engine note (I have no idea what that is) and enhanced equalisation options on Meridian surround sound system. Also, there will be an update to IRIS information system.
Basicaly, McLaren MP4-12C owners receives a firmware update, like on their iPhone! Everything McLaren mentioned is achieved by software revision. And in McLaren dealer, they will connect your MP4-12C to computer and update the car. Like you do it with iPhone connected to iTunes.
I suggest McLaren to introduce a system like iTunes, so customers can update their MP4-12C by their selves. Honestly, McLaren can do this! Believe me, they can introduce something like this.
And interestingly, after this news Mercedes SLS AMG GTreceived a similar revision.

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McLaren MP4-12C Photos

McLaren MP-12C is designed by Frank Stephenson, as I today share the interview with him I wanted to upload the pictures of his design. As I mentioned before, this car is totally different than its competitors. First of all, if you are planning to show-off, this is not the right car for you. But if you want to have a real sport car and drive it every type of road condition, this is it. Regardless of taste, everyone who drives this car says one thing, if it as comfortable as a Rolls Royce and better than a Ferrari. 
For more photos: Cars & Life Facebook Page
Technical information of Mclaren MP4-12C:
ENGINE
M838T
Engine capacity
3,799cc
Type
90° V8
Technology
Twin-turbo, Dry sump
Valvetrain
32-valve, DOHC, VVT
Bore x Stroke
93mm x 69.9mm
Compression ratio
8.7:1
Max rpm
8,500
Power
600PS (441kW) 592bhp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque
600Nm / 443lb ft @ 3,000-7,000 rpm
TRANSMISSION
7 – speed McLaren Seamless Shift dual clutch gearbox (SSG) with Pre-Cog functionality
WHEELS & BRAKES
Wheel Size
(F / R) 8.5″ x 19″ / 11″ x 20″
Tyre Type
Pirelli P Zero
Tyre Size
(F / R) 235 / 35R19 / 305 / 30 R20
Brakes
Cast iron discs with forged aluminium hubs
Brake Size
(F / R) 370mm / 350mm
Brake Callipers
(F / R) 4 piston / 4piston
Optional Brakes Carbon
Ceramic disc
Optional Brake Size
(F / R) 394mm / 380mm
Optional Brake Callipers
(F / R) 6 piston / 4 piston
BRAKING
200-0kph (124-0mph)
123m (404ft)
100-0kph (62-0mph)
30.5m (100ft)
SUSPENSION
McLaren ProActive Chassis Control Double wishbone independent suspension
Damping & Roll Modes
Normal, Sport & Track
PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed
330kph (205mph)
0-100kph (62mph)
3.3s (3.1s with Corsa tyres)
0-200kph (124mph)
9.1s (8.9s with Corsa tyres)
0-400m (1 / 4 mile)
10.9s @ 216kph (134mph)
0-1,000m
19.6s @ 272kph (169mph)
0-60mph (97kph)
3.2s (3.0s with Corsa tyres)
0-100mph (161kph)
6.3s (6.1s with Corsa tyres)
EFFICIENCY
CO2
279g / km
Fuel consumption (com.)
11.7l / 100km (24.2mpg† )
Power to weight*
461PS / tonne (455hp / tonne)
CO2 / power
0.47g / km per PS
VEHICLE DYNAMICS
Open differential with Brake Steer
Stability control modes
Winter, Normal, Sport & Track
Driver aids
ABS, traction control, ESC, launch control
CAPACITIES
Fuel Tank
72l
Engine Oil
8.0l
Coolant system
20l
Windscreen washer
4l

WEIGHT
DIN weight
1,434kg (3,161lbs)
Dry weight
1,336kg (2,945lbs)
Dry weight*
1,301kg (2,868lbs)
Weight distribution
(F/R) 42.5% / 57.5%

STEERING
Type
Rack & Pinion
Power Steering
Variable rate, electro-hydraulic
Turns
Lock to lock 2.66
Turning circle
12.3m

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Frank Stephenson

A few hours ago, I found some interviews with Frank Stephenson on YouTube. If you don’t know Frank, I am sure you know his designs; BMW X5, Mini, Maserati MC12, Maserati Quattroporte, Ferrari F430, Ferrari 612, Fiat 500, McLaren MP4-12C and many other cars. In my opinions, he will be remembered as one of the most influential car designer in his era. Especially his interpretation of the new Mini and new Fiat 500 are the most remarkable cars of this century, and never getting old Quattroporte! 
We will find more about him on these interviews. And additional information to his Wikipedia page, he stayed in Istanbul, Turkey for six years!

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