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Codenamed \u2018BP23\u2019 for now, the forthcoming hybrid supercar will be the quickest car from the Surrey-based brand since it was set up in 1963 and these are the first images […]","datePublished":"2017-03-28","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/McLaren-BP23-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/McLaren-BP23-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/fastest-mclaren-ever-coming-2019\/","about":["McLaren","SUPERCARS"],"wordCount":381,"keywords":["Hypercars","McLaren","McLaren BP23","McLaren F1","McLaren P1","supercars"],"articleBody":"McLaren has been on a major offensive recently. After closing 2016 by driving a 570S on a frozen lake and revealing the first of 15 new models set to appear before 2022 at March\u2019s Geneva Motor Show, the brand has stepped up its revitalisation by teasing its fastest car yet.Codenamed \u2018BP23\u2019 for now, the forthcoming hybrid supercar will be the quickest car from the Surrey-based brand since it was set up in 1963 and these are the first images of the car to be released.To become McLaren\u2019s most potent model ever, it\u2019ll need to be nippier than the \u00a3866,000 P1 [pictured below], which could do 0-62mph in 2.8 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 217mph.Only 106 BP23s will ever be produced and they\u2019ve already been sold to specially invited buyers at \u00a31.65 million each, even though development of the car hasn\u2019t even been completed yet.That development process is being overseen by McLaren Special Operations (MSO) – the brand\u2019s bespoke division tasked with designing and crafting the luxurious new addition to the McLaren Ultimate Series product family – so you can bet your house on the fact that the BP23, or whatever it ends up being called, will be something special.The reasons behind the\u00a0numbersWhat about that name though? Bit random, isn\u2019t it? Yes, but each character is telling of an aspect of the car\u2019s background – it is MSO\u2019s second bespoke project and it has three seats. Pretty straightforward really.But why only 106 units?Another peculiarly specific number and again, one that bears major relevance.Rather than a nod to Peugeot\u2019s boxy and basic runaround, this number is an homage to how many 1992 McLaren F1 cars [pictured below] were produced in total.Not much has been revealed about the BP23\u2019s powertrain, but if it is to outpace the 903bhp P1, it may need to tip into a four-figure power output.McLaren is keeping the BP23\u2019s top speed close to its chest too, because the bosses at the brand know that as soon as they confirm it, Hennessey (the guys responsible for the Venom GT) \u201cwill go out and build something faster\u201d.After the Bugatti Chiron\u2019s 288mph, how much faster can we really go? We\u2019re keen to find out…"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Supercars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Fastest McLaren ever coming in 2019","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/fastest-mclaren-ever-coming-2019\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]