Unlocking the Vault: The First-Ever McLaren Elva Hits the Auction Block

Imagine a vehicle so exclusive that it represents the ultimate fusion of art and engineering, a symbol of automotive perfection that is about to make a grand entrance onto the auction stage. This is not just any car; this is the McLaren Elva Chassis 001, the herald of a rare breed, set to go under the hammer at RM Sotheby’s Monaco auction on May 11, 2024. With only 149 examples ever created, Chassis 001 emerged from the McLaren stable, marking the commencement of a legacy, delivered in the refined streets of Vienna, Austria.

The Elva, a 2-door speedster that barrelled into production in 2020, positions itself alongside automotive aristocrats such as the Aston Martin V12 Speedster and Ferrari Monza SP2.

Parked with a mere 5 miles on its odometer, this marvel was first delivered on August 30, 2022. It flaunts an astounding €90,000 in optional extras, towering the sticker price to €1,515,301. Its MSO Satin Kilo Grey cloak, gracefully draped over the body, complements the black, five-spoke Super Lightweight forged alloy wheels, while the interior basks in the luxury of black leather, punctuated with dashes of orange stitching.

The heart of this speedster, a 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 engine, roars to life with an impressive 804 horsepower, coupled with a 7-speed gearbox. This mechanical symphony propels the Elva from 0-62 mph in a breath-taking sub-3 seconds and reaches 124 mph in just 6.7 seconds, a testament to McLaren’s unparalleled engineering prowess.

As this titan prepares to grace the stage at RM Sotheby’s Monaco auction, it beckons collectors and aficionados alike to bear witness to automotive royalty. The Elva Chassis 001 represents not only a pinnacle in car design and performance but an opportunity to own a slice of McLaren’s illustrious history.

Source: RM Sotheby’s.