I finally saw a F458 in person. I could "live" with the exterior styling but the interior wasn't that great either. I was talking to friend of mine he has been thinking of getting a MP4. So my question is if you had to spend $250-275K on a car. Which one would you pick.

Btw, here is a link to the MP4 configurator for those interested.

http://www.mclarenautomotive.com/uk/...x#/p11/explode

 

That MP4 configurator was very kool

It's a tough decision. I would want to drive both cars and then make a better decision, but I really do like the mp4 and most likely would lean towards that.

 

I would pick the 458 based on the reviews and the fact that it is an awesome (known) performer! The MP4 is an unknown entity at this time. No information exists on trade-in/ resale value or sales and service support... Now when they come out with the replacement for the F1...

 

Hopefully that is in the works. The f1 is still one of my all time favorites.

 

458, looks better inside and out I think. It's drop dead gorgeous if you ask me.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jr-on-flickr/4452250482/

 

tough call McLaren bought a 458 to use it as a bench mark ala GT-R did with the Turbo. Rumored to beat 458 in every imaginable catagory. "Ring" time with the lightest version of the 12C circulating on the grape is 7:10!!!!! if that holds true that is hypercar territory for super car price!
both are lookers and will both have front row seating @ your local club
the jury is still out until the showdown comparo test can't wait!!!!!

 

I agree. It seems that the MP4 is trying to bring Carrera GT level performance for $250K - 275K. Plus Mclaren is kind like Ferrari of old. There primary purpose is racing. They sell cars as an aside. They have the history of Senna, the F1, F1 racing and this!

 

The MP4 acceleration will be slower by a fair margin: Advantage Ferrai
Styling (opinion): Advantage Ferrari
McClaren vs Ferrari as a brand: Advantage Ferrari
Handling: too soon to tell but if I had to sues Advantage Ferrari
Interior (easiest catergory to choose IMO) Advantage Ferrari
Prestiege Advantage Ferrari
Exclusivity: Advantage MP4 (as a educated guess)

As you can see the choice is simple in my opinion. It seems the MP4 is over priced and should be more in the 150-175 range to compete with an R8 V10.

 

F458 cuz it won't overheat on me.

 

It's good to see new models coming out such as the McLaren. For a while, I thought the company went bust already.

 

McLaren is one of the richest car companies in the world. They simply focused on their Formula 1 racing instead of building road cars since the F1 was introduced in the early 90s. Their facility in Woking, Surrey, UK is an impressive and secretive facility.

 

just some quick info on the mclaren mp4
firstly, i will be getting one 2nd hand in 2 years. someone i know is getting an allocation in the US for one, and is also going to get the next mclaren supercar, and will sell me his mp4.

anywho

the mp4 is insanely cheap for the technology in the car. in absolutely no way, shape, and or form is it on the same level as a modern day ferrari f458. from the technology of the car, as far as the carbon tub, and the twin turbo flat crank v8, to the seamless dual clutch transmission, the mp4 will have every single car under $500k beat, by a long shot.

also, mclaren is a HUGE company, with an unbelievable technology business that is making tons of money for them... they are a very long ways from being broke.

with that being said, the ferrari 458 is (in my opinion) the best car ferrari has EVER made, with the exception of the f40

 

are you from Jersey Shore! McLaren bought a 458 to beat it in EVERY CATEGORY period! everything else you cited is a toss up. those in the KNOW: know McLaren (use spell check). you should wait for the comparo!

 

DITTO tell that to your neighbor ALPINE6SPD

 

alpine, no offense but you shouldnt be allowed to post opinions. step up to a semi-respectable sports car first.

i remember when i had my audi a few years ago, i wouldnt make posts in the 996tt thread, or this thread, when there were grown ups posting.