The British press got hold of new info saying the 2012 McLaren F1 it's on its way, in 2012. Although it might not be named the F1, its successor will definitely be worthy of the mighty McLaren F1. Company's insiders leaked various details, including they're working hard on developing the 2012 McLaren F1's successor, which they say, it will be a revolutionary hypercar. They also pointed out that the performance of the 2012 McLaren F1's successor will be seen instantly, as they were criticized about the somewhat understated looks of the MP4-12C.
However, the designer of the 2012 McLaren F1 said the new generation model will keep some of the lines of the previous hypercar, to suggest its roots.
At this moment, there are no details available regarding the engine of the 2012 McLaren F1, not its gearbox. You can be sure however, that it will have mid-engine rear-wheel-drive architecture.
The company is not certain at the moment if they want to keep the central driving position in the 2012 McLaren F1. However, they just might do that because it has become one of the trademark features of the model.
The 2012 McLaren F1 will pioneer various new technologies, including in the weight saving field, by using modern "space age" materials.
The 2012 McLaren F1 price is expected to be above, a lot above probably, the one of the current MP4-12C.
[Source: Autocar]
