‘One of the 500 ever-made’: R30m McLaren Senna spotted in SA [photos]

The McLaren Senna is one of the fastest cars ever, boasting speed. However, it is also considered one of the fastest in automotive history. The car’s production was made in honour of Formula 1 driver Ayton Senna.

The Brazilian driver won three driver’s championships with McLaren. In honour of his success, 500 automobile units made it to the market.

R30 MILLION MCLAREN SENNA SPOTTED IN SOUTH AFRICA

However, the cars sold out in a blink of an eye. McLaren unveiled the car online on 10 December 2017, but its official unveiling occurred the following year at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.

However, one of the 500 ever-made Sennas was spotted in South Africa. Taking to social media, Autogespot South Africa and RTM Supercars South Africa shared photos of the car.

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The photos have undoubtedly been making rounds on social media since they dropped. They have gained thousands of comments and reactions as Mzansi tries to connect the dots about the owner.

However, the last listed McLaren Senna in South Africa had a price tag of R30 million. At the time, it was the only McLaren Senna in South Africa in 2020, according to reports. However, the price has ballooned over the years due to the car’s exclusivity.

Well, let’s look at the full performance statistics of the McLaren Senna.

• 0–100 km/h – 2.8 seconds
• 0–200 km/h – 6.8 seconds
• 0–300 km/h – 17.5 seconds
• Power-to-weight ratio: 668 hp/tonne
• Top speed: 340 km/h

OTHER LIMITED MODELS

However, several McLaren Senna models exist, most of which are limited editions.

McLaren Senna LM

It is a homage to the McLaren F1 LM. Only five units made it to the market. Five made it to the United States. Surprisingly, they were all registered under one owner, who reportedly owns three now after selling the other two to collectors.

McLaren Senna GTR

However, there are 75 units in the world.

McLaren Sabre

There are 15 units worldwide, 12 of which are said to be in the United States and one in Lebanon. However, the McLaren Senna is not the first exclusive car to be spotted in South Africa.

However, in recent years, several super and hypercars have hogged headlines. Well, let’s dive into some of the cars that have left many in awe, not only because of their price tags but also because of their exclusivity.

• R150 million Pagani Imola
• R20 million Pagani Hu
• R13 million Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan

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