2013 McLaren MP4-12C GT3 makes grand debut

McLaren has showcased an updated version of MP4-12C GT3.

The model has an altered sleek package, an improved ECU and an updated electrical system.
New dampers and an upgraded cooling system have also been installed. The company officials say these will help to improve the car’s competence and trustworthiness.

The previous version was limited only to the European GT teams, but the newer version will be offered to overseas GT teams as well as collectors and non-race users. For a change, the model will be used by Clearwater Racing and Sébastien Loeb Racing for racing purposes.

The car get its power by a twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8 engine that is connected to a six-speed sequential transmission.
It is not clear yet whether the updated ECU has improved the engine’s output but previously it was 500 HP (368 kW).

The 2013 McLaren MP4-12C GT3 is ready for taking orders and price starts at £325,000 (£389,780 / $518,930).

We can know more about the car specifications and features in the coming days so let us get hooked to this space from now onwards.

Till then have fun browsing the pictures.