This time tomorrow - 570s

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After nearly 12 months of (strategic) waiting, I pick up my new car tomorrow from Ascot. Excited is an understatement! Saw the car in PDI a week ago. I'll post some better pictures once the weather improves on Saturday. Cheers.



With lift on:

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I cannot believe how quick it is. Genuinely awestruck!





Mind you it gets a LOT of attention!

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Well I've had the car for just over 3 days and first impressions are that I have an amazing car on my hands!

Personally I'm impressed with the fit and finish and although I'm 6'3" I find there to be lots of space. The seats are very comfortable and supportive. Getting in is easy - getting out has yet to be perfected without looking like an overweight 50 year old!

I personally like the IRIS system and found it very intuitive - I haven't read the owner's handbook but have found my way round the system easily.

Bodywork and wheels are spot on (no niggles), interior is wonderful. I love the gearbox (my first dual clutch) and although the brakes took a bit of getting used to, after 450 miles they are bedding in and have lots of feel.

The car (being bright yellow) gets LOTS of attention, but so far it has all been very positive. Lots of nice comments and lots of genuine appreciation for the car.

By complete chance I bumped into a fellow owner in his white 570s on one of my favourite roads south of Tenterden at the weekend - he pulled over and we had a good chat. Never did that when I had a Ferrari....

In summary, I adore the car and I cannot wait to take it on a few trips this year and meet some of the other owners.

Best.
N

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Head south from Tenterden to Appledore and then along Military Road to Rye then back to Tenterden past Chapel Down vineyard. Great triangle of road.

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To be honest I was after a yellow 458. But I've driven the 458 a lot and whilst it's a great car I have more space in the 570s. Plus I prefer it (that's my choice).

What I didn't realise until today is the 570s has stop/start. Who knew? Maybe I should read the manual!!

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Cheers Koorby and congrats on your car. The 570s is my most expensive purchase and I was excited and nervous but in a good way. The car has exceeded expectation on every level. You will not be disappointed. Look forward to seeing some pics. When is delivery due?

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If its any consolation, my car turned up exactly when scheduled. Not sure if this was luck, but mates who have bought Ferrari's were stunned! Hope to see you out on some drives when you get your car. If I hadn't gone for VY I would definitely have gone Ventura Orange.

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Bispal said:

Beautiful car OP and looks stunning in yellow. Congratulations, now you can enhance your membership and join 230+ other McLaren owners in our owners group.

www.mclarenowners.org.uk/

Already a member. Saw some of the guys in Horsham yesterday a great day.