The McLaren 720S Is Worth Every Penny (Or Pence) | MotorWeek Track Test
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- After years of surviving with just race cars, and hype from the legendary F1, McLaren got serious about being a full-line exotic carmaker. And since then, it seems they’ve dropped off a new one in our inbox every year. This time our good fortune is this 720S track pack.
I love it how MotorWeek has the same host from the old videos.
This car is quickly becoming a legend
Despite the naysayers, if I had the money it would definitely be one of the cars in my collection.
Eamon Shields a legend with a lot of technical issues in a short term use
That gauge cluster switch into track mode is SO. COOL.
Lol. I like when the host stated "...all while shrinking like a banshee," you heard this jet sound. That reminds me of my days of playing Halo. You can hear the sound of the banshee as is approaches.
Best sports car available for the price
It is an amazing car but there sure a lot of people on TH-cam who have made videos detailing their problems with their McLaren
@@theflanman1986
Sure. But I wouldn't believe everything they state, if I were you. I believe Phil Dixon, for example, has an agenda. I'm not saying he didn't have issues with his 720s. But, it's how Phil went about it in his videos that leads me to believe he has an agenda. Besides, for every single model/brand of vehicle built, there are some owners who experience problems. I've seem video of a guy detailing problems he continually experienced with his Porsche Carrera 4S, to the point he sold it back to the Porsche dealership (much like Phil did with his 720S). And there are some 720S owners, as well as those who own other Mclaren supercars, that have said they never experienced any issues with their car. The bottom line is no car model or brand, is entirely perfect. Some are just more reliable than others.
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The BIG question is does the track pack worth the cost over the standard 720S?
Basically no. The standard car is so good the extra it gives doesn;t make that big a difference. Might as well wait for the 750LT if you want a hardcore track car
Never thought it was a good looking car and I'm sure I'm not the only one who thinks that
People are always going to have divided opinions when it comes to how they judge a car's design. It's a subjective matter. So, of course you're not the only one. Personally, I think it's easily one of the better-looking supercars I've ever seen. And most car journalists and others who reviewed the car have pointed out that it's a great looking machine. In fact, the 720s won two awards based upon it's design (aesthetics). One of the two awards is the Red Dot "best of the best" design award. I absolutely love the looks of the 720s (especially that its design is unique and different). But it's the car's performance capabilities that matters most, to me.
@@TheTmat007 that's true
I like the looks. I don't like the sound, though.
Again looks are subjective so I can respect your opinion. But isn't it funny how so many enthusiasts complain how cars look the same or manufacturers don't try anything risky or different?? McLaren has done it and people still complain. Lol. I loved the looks from the 1st time I saw it. This while I still owned my 458. Now I'm waiting for mine to be delivered!!
@@gqa9419
Yep. And a good example is seen in comparing your 458 to the other models (458 Speciale, 488GTB, Pista, F8 Tributo) that Ferrari released afterwards. They all look very much alike. And as much as I absolutely love these supercars, I think (with the 720s) McLaren has produced a car that more thoroughly exemplify a true exotic. And part of the reason why people spend huge sums of money on exotics, is because they want to own a car that is different. The 720s completely delivers in that regard. Its doors are different from conventional or regular ones. And the car also looks different from anything else on the road.
Awesome, but happy with a 540 or 570
Would you have this or the Acura NSX?
I like the new NSX. Looks great, but rather have a twin turbo v8. I guess this was be a short-lived purchase though. Based on what I've read in the comments so far this is not a car worth keeping for a long time.
NSX hands down
Ummm, wht happen to the 1320 times !? 😒😖 grrr
Low 10's to high 9's.
Any Lucas Electronics?
Nope.
"Shrieking like a banshee" - definitely not how I'd describe the sound of that turbo V8.
Yea, I agree. Definitely makes you miss the 458 and cars like that. The Mclaren are probably the worst sounding supercar.
Have you heard it in person? I just heard it at a runway event yesterday and it sounded pretty damn good! It's not a 458 but that's not a fair comparison. Try comparing in person to a 488 or Porsche turbo. I think it sounds better than I thought it would in person.
This car definitely is worth it the problem is being able to find that many pennies. 🥺😩
You get a 720s, a racetrack and no hard numbers?? C'mon!
...there's more to a car than just numbers and paper stats.
It’s worth it to you because you don’t own one. You just tested it a few hours. Owning a McLaren is a chance. 50/50 if it will be flawless or a nightmare.
I suppose you own (or have owned) a McLaren. Am I correct? And what can we do or accomplish in life that doesn't involve us taking chances? EVERYTHING we do (whether it be crossing the streets, boarding an airplane, or even entering a relationship, etc) involves taking a chance. Life is all about taking chances, my friend. By the way, can you name any model produced in the automotive industry that has not presented issues for some owners? No car model is entirely perfect. And just about every manufacturer has had to make a recall on a model or two. Ferrari has had to make a recall on the 458 Italia, for fire issues. And many 458 owners are still reporting they're experiencing issues with their car (that are not related to fire). Lamborghini also made a recall on the Aventador. If the issue with the 720s were as bad as some people make it seem, don't you think McLaren would've made a recall? The problem is, some of us just digest everything we hear others state. We don't take into consideration that some people tend to be bias and or have an agenda.
Tyran Mathurin i am basing it on what owners have said. You want to pay 500K on a car that might break down quickly? Then do it
@@vika0194
You mean owners like Phil Dixon, who clearly seem to have an agenda, right? I know TONS of 720s owners who say they've never experienced any issue with their car. I'm sure you see how Brooks of Dragtimes continually race his 720s. And he said he's had no real issues with it. I also know some Porsche owners who say they're experiencing issues with their car. In fact, have you watched Nick Murray's "goodbye Porsche 911 Carrera 4S video"? He was having so many issues with his car and decided to sell it back to the dealership, just like Phil Dixon did with his 720s. But, should I decide I'm not going to buy a Porsche carrera 4s, just because he and some other owners had issues with their car? What's your point, dude? Smh.
@@TheTmat007 No I mean from McLaren owner forums.
@@vika0194
My friend, the same happens under forums pertaining to other models/brands, as well. And even on forums, some people may post information that isn't accurate or true.
The 720S has 810 hp, when they will understand it, it was already tested on dyno !
That statement is bogus. The 720s' does not generate that much power. Where is your proof to substantiate that theory? You've been listening to those folks who ignorantly go by this "10-15% power loss calculation and how much whp the car puts down from dyno tests." This is BS!
@@TheTmat007 It seems that you do not know Google, search, there says that its real power to the engine is around 780 to 800 hp ... and that losing 10 or 15%, the wheels round 699 hp.
@@C0RRAD0VR6Storm
How do you mean I do not know Google search? You shouldn't go according to everything you read on google. And I have in fact done some google search on the same subject, and discovered that most of it is just assumption based upon 10-15% power loss rule and the whp figures the 720s puts down from dyno testing. But even the folks who work with dynos will tell you this "10-15%" power loss rule in conjunction with whp doesn't do justice in determining how much power a car's engine generates. And in Parker's video of which he took his 600LT to the dyno, Nick, as well as the other guy who tested the car, told him the same. Check out the video (especially from 8:30), if you wish.
WHP loss is not a constant percentage. If you have a 250hp car and it makes 200whp then that 50whp stays the same even after increasing power to 500hp. The drivetrain doesn't magically suck up an additional 50whp.
The drive train loss will be percentage of loss always. If you go from 200hp to 400hp and your loss was 10% it would be be 180whp and 360whp. On a chassis dyno it will appear that the drive train is sucking up more power.
What you can't says is that there is just a default percentage.
Way late in regardless to this review . We all knew this shit
10 / 2 hand positioning on the steering wheel? Smh...
I'll stick with my American supercar, it's cheap to repair and there are lots of Chevy dealerships to access.
Is that the REAL reason, or.................
The Car Crazy Guy: American supercar built by Chevrolet? Sorry, but there is no such thing. This is coming from an owner of an '18 Z06. If you're referring to the ZR1, well, it's an overpriced factory modified Z06 at the end of the day. It's overpriced for what you're getting. Vettes are known for being great handling/performing sports cars for the money but nothing more than that. Though the overpriced ZR1 is outside of the bang for the buck quotient.
Hypercar
Not the best looking car but you cannot deny the performance.
The new C8 corvette is going to make this look like overpriced garbage
You think that will be in the same league as the 720? That's a bold statement...
Hooked that fiberglass smell?
Really?? I think by the time it's released it will already be outdated like when the NSX came out. Not in the same class as the 720s. Period!
Get Fernando alonso in there will you and get rid of the overweight grandpa
I don't like the styling of the car, the F1 still looks better and it's a 90,s car.
Most unreliable supercar on the road. And costs a fortune to maintain.
i just don't dig mclaren when it comes to the looks of their cars
I don't think I'm going to listen to Motorweek's reviews much anymore. They don't give you a true review. This Mclaren has had very Badddddddd reviews from around the world! Like Hoovies Garage to name one, as well as many others. Mclarens breaks very easily & is not reliable at all! Motorweek needs to do more research & keep cars longer for long term testing and give honest results instead of just showcasing a new car & only having it to film for a day or less
Dont lie this NOT worth!! Of all the supercars I've ever driven, this is the most boring for those who really like and know how to drive !! Electronica interferes all the time, there is no real connection !! Not to mention that is not reliable, there are several 720s breaking easily, a friend of mine bought one in October and the car has already broken four times, and the worst the last two was on the road !! For me this car is worthless! Good luck to anyone who buys!
I know there are some folks who have had bad experiences with their 720s. But, such is the case with pretty much every car model, regardless of manufacturer. There will most likely be some owners who experience an issue or two with their car. But, as far as your statement (which seem to suggest you've driven many supercars, and that the 720s is the most boring), I don't buy it for a second. I believe you're basically just reapeating what you heard from some youtubers. Some of them (like Phil Dixon) owned a 720s. But Phil clearly has an agenda.
@@TheTmat007 I do not care if you believe it or not, and I do not have the slightest idea of who the guy you're talking to is!
Everything I said comes from my experience of almost twenty years working with this type of car, I have literally drove almost everything that is a car, if you do not agree okay, but do not come to offend me because I did not give you freedom to do so! And if you insist you can be sure that today it is very easy to locate an ip !! And I'm not talking about police!
@@MarcSob22
And who gives a shit about your "almost twenty five years working with this type of car"? I'm saying what you stated in your original comments is BS and lies. And I don't need your approval to freely express my views. If you want to take it as an offense, then that's on you. Should the car journalist/reviewer take your comments as an offense? You said he is lying. And you better not be making any threats at me. You'll regret it!
I currently own a 675LT spider and 720s. I’ve owned pretty much every brand of exotics at one time or another. I also currently own Porsche’s 991.2 GT3RS and GT2RS and have a Ferrari 488 Pista in coming. I can unequivocally tell you that Mclaren is in a different league than Porsche, Lamborghini and Ferrari right now. The 720s is GT car so yes it is a bit more sedated but if you want spine tingling performance then you owe it to yourself to drive the 675LT or its little brother the 600LT. The 675LT is 1b as the favorite car I have ever owned with the Porsche Carrera GT being 1a. It’s that good! Oh and just for the record, both of my Mclarens have been absolutely trouble free after almost three years of ownership and several track outings every year.
@@MarcSob22 lol at IP tracing because of a TH-cam comment. Listen buddy - I fart in your general direction. Your mother was a hamster, and your father smelt of elderberries!