It's getting closer. The McLaren MP4-12C is one of the most eagerly anticipated new cars since Chevrolet said it was going to re-badge the Daewoo Matiz, and now the build-up has well and truly begun. Drum roll please... here's the first official video, called 'Inside McLaren: developing the MP4-12C'.
Ignore the awkward pauses and the 'late night on ITV4' rock backing track and you'll find a fascinating insight into the world of McLaren. You'll see how the MP4-12C has been put through its paces on some of the most gruelling tracks in the world, including the Top Gear test track and the Nürburgring, intertwined with the inside track from McLaren's top brass. And there are, of course, some lovely panning shots of the supercar racing past camera, V8 blaring.
Have a look for yourself instead of reading us wittering on about it. It's really good.
Mark Nichol - 13 Nov 2009