- Collaborator: Frank Stephenson, the original P1 designer
- Target Speed: Over 260 mph
- Completion Date: Tentatively November 4, 2025
The transformation involves extensive modifications to optimize performance:
- Weight Reduction: Removed the hybrid battery and drive assembly, cutting approximately 300 pounds
- Enhanced Engine: Replacing the twin-turbo 3.8-liter V-8 with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 featuring components from a McLaren Senna
- Redesigned to produce over 1,400 hp on race fuel
- Retains seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with clutch upgrades
The P1 Evo's exterior is tailored for speed:
- Bodywork: Exposed carbon fiber
- Active Aero: Adjustable rear wing with DRS and airbrake
- Significant rear wing height adjustment capability
- Designs feature larger scoops, fender vents, and custom wheels
Anticipation builds towards a top-speed run at NASA's Cape Canaveral with Ben Collins, famed for his time on Top Gear, behind the wheel.
The initial phase of the P1's restoration captivated audiences as Hernandez retrieved his new project from a Florida warehouse. The vehicle faced significant challenges:
- Flood Damage: Seized rear wheels, damaged tires, compromised suspension
- Interior State: Debris and standing seawater inside the front trunk
- Initial Conditions: Nearly nothing was operational except opening doors and hood
Hernandez guides viewers through the trials of reviving a nearly terminal project car. While the stress of such a high-stakes restoration may be unfamiliar to most, the passion and dedication behind the effort are relatable to car enthusiasts.
The transformation of the McLaren P1 into the P1 Evo is a testament to innovation and determination. Stay tuned as Tavarish and his partners bring us closer to witnessing a new chapter in automotive history.
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