Released in 1993, the McLaren F1 redefined the supercar, becoming one of the most impressive cars ever made. Two decades later, in 2013, McLaren drew inspiration from the F1 to create the world’s first hybrid supercar.
Engineers combined a 3.8-liter DOHC twin-turbocharged V8 with an AC permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor to produce 903 bhp. This powerhouse is integrated into a carbon fiber MonoCage, which serves as the passenger compartment, safety cell, and main structural component, weighing just 90 kg. The P1 accelerates from 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds, reaches 100 mph in 5.1 seconds, and achieves a top speed of 217 mph.
The P1 featured here is notable not only for being the first P1 sold to the public but also for showcasing McLaren’s Special Operations (MSO) program. With chassis 001 kept by McLaren, chassis 002 was sold in May 2014 through McLaren Greenwich with over $109,000 in MSO upgrades, including green-tinted exposed carbon fiber and green contrasting stitching.
After a year, the owner had the car returned to McLaren for a fully exposed green-tinted carbon fiber body upgrade, making it the only factory-upgraded example. The MSO team was so impressed that they signed the car’s engine bay.
After the upgrade, chassis 002 was returned to the owner, who drove it less than 600 miles before selling it in 2017. It was then imported to Canada and meticulously maintained by McLaren retailers. Maintenance included a new charger in 2021, a comprehensive service in 2022, major servicing in 2023, and most recently, in April 2024.
The car is now offered for sale with fewer than 5,890 miles and will be available for bidding at RM Sotheby’s upcoming Monterey 2024 auction event where it is expected to fetch as much as $2,350,000.
Source: RM Sotheby’s
