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McLaren launch

Post by Very Tall Brad » Tue Jul 05, 2011 11:34 pm

I got an invite to the launch of the McLaren and took Lord Sterling along for the ride. We had a great evening and a lot of locals had formed a huge crowd outside to spot the celebs (not me) who were turning up in their Audi R8s, Ferraris, Rolls Royces and Renault Avantime (me).

Lots of beautiful women and food. And Sennas last McLaren F1 car, too. Some people off the tele and a few footballers wives. A special bonus was a simultaneous showroom launch of the new Rolls Royce dealership as well. We managed a guided tour of the RR models (more gorgeous girls, too) and I remarked to one bloke there he must surely be a model or actor...he was the RR UK CEO! ooops. He took it well and spent 20 miinutes talking Rollers to me. Fab.

A very well organised and memorable evening. And yes - I CAN fit in the new McLaren.

Here are some pictures wot I took

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The McLaren is really long legged:

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...with a great chassis

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There's an engine in here somewhere

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Another old bag

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It's fits, Prince Charming. We shall be married

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Some locals, dribbling on the glass and wondering who the heck I was.

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Post by The Flying Dutchman » Wed Jul 06, 2011 6:32 am

Nice event Brad. Lucky you two. 8)
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Re: McLaren launch

Post by guru » Wed Jul 06, 2011 7:07 am

Very Tall Brad wrote: Image
That really is rather nice :lol:
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Post by BennyVitesse » Wed Jul 06, 2011 7:54 am

By taking the Avantime wasn't there a risk of your car grabbing more interest than the McLaren...... :lol:
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Post by 47p2 » Wed Jul 06, 2011 9:03 am

Looks like you had a great time.

I remember taking Tilly to the launch of the new Bentley a few years ago, Tilly was more popular than the Bentleys :oops:
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Post by Nuts4my827 » Wed Jul 06, 2011 5:13 pm

Nice car. Look slike a good time.

2 things to ask:
How do you get invited? is it from your financial advisor stuff?

Why did they lose a seat in the F1? I have see 3 on the road, and 2 had a honey EACH side of the driver. :D
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Post by John W » Wed Jul 06, 2011 5:35 pm

Ooh! I bet those have big wheels, rubber band tyres and hard suspension. Clear lenses too? Shocking..... :wink:
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Post by Very Tall Brad » Wed Jul 06, 2011 11:12 pm

Nuts4my827 wrote:
How do you get invited??
No. It's from my car buying past of very expensive cars. A long time ago.
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Post by Very Tall Brad » Wed Jul 06, 2011 11:18 pm

John W wrote:Ooh! I bet those have big wheels, rubber band tyres and hard suspension. Clear lenses too? Shocking..... :wink:
No. They have huge wheels, car specific rubber 305/30 x20 rears Pirelli P Zero Corsa and compliant triple setting suspension. It's a hugely comfortable car. Compared to the Ferrari California or Lamborghini Gallardo/Muci/Diablo, it's a really happy car to drive on English roads.
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Post by rover coupe » Thu Jul 07, 2011 8:06 pm

Brad,

I take it that this is the dealership in Hockley Heath. I pass it most days. Nice motors, I wouldn't say no to one.

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Post by Very Tall Brad » Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:20 am

rover coupe wrote:Brad,

I take it that this is the dealership in Hockley Heath. I pass it most days. Nice motors, I wouldn't say no to one.
That's right. A completely new building. It is a very impressive facility.
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Post by TDHFastback » Sat Jul 09, 2011 8:14 pm

I thought you were going in the 820E to bring a bit of prestige to the event?

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Post by Very Tall Brad » Tue Nov 29, 2011 6:45 pm

This Friday, I have an invite to McLaren again. They are launching a revised, customer oriented MP14 - 12C which customers can fine tune to their taste - wheels, sound, colours etc - so that the cars are more bespoke.

I can't go due to illness so another Forum member now has the invite and will take some pics, I hope.
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Re: McLaren launch

Post by Very Tall Brad » Wed Sep 05, 2012 4:01 pm

McLaren Automotive are making a big announcement on Thursday 27th September at a Press conference at the Paris Motor Show. The new production car is both wacky and sensational. 8)
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Re: McLaren launch

Post by stanker » Wed Sep 05, 2012 7:48 pm

Hi Brad

How are you getting on with the part?

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