Why You THINK You Can't Afford A McLaren... | 570s Owner 

I’ve had a used 570s spider for 1 month now. Absolutely love it. The satellite radio I don’t think will ever work, don’t care. Other than that, haven’t had an issue. It’s truly daily usable, I just picked up some items from Home Depot today actually. People love it, and I love being an ambassador for the brand. A car company that is a F1 team, and it shows. Also, it’s stupid fast. It might be nearly as quick as my Ducati V4, which is insane for a car

Good vid mate, a decent insight into what it takes to own one. £1200 a month isn’t cheap no doubt about it… but I’d be happier spending 1k for a 570s ‘supercar’ vs 1k for a family sedan. Congrats on passing 100 subs mark too! 🥳

Thank you for making this video. As a former 12C owner, but also several 911 and 12v Vantage, I agree with your reasoning. McLaren stands out for being special on several topics, looks, interior and for sure very special to drive… and speed. These cars are engineered for speed, powerful but efficient engine and low weight thanks to the very strong carbon tub you sit in. Compare it to any 911 or other sports car in the same price class and the McL wins hands down. The spider version beats the Ferrari spiders or Porsche cabrio’s on weight easily while retaining all the chassis rigidity… that is why I am going back to this brand. However who else knows this brand for its sports and super cars? Everyone here yes but there are soo many more potential buyers dreaming or shopping for a Porsche or Ferrari or Lambo, new or secondhand… that is why McLarens have a bit of a challenge on their resell value… not enough demand. As for the so called technical quirks, usually overrated or misunderstood… also 911 or Ferraris have quirks so find a good experienced dealer. And McLaren, please release the tech to independent dealers… but I bet the new owner (VW or BMW) could quickly solve that.

I'd love the idea of a McLaren, but they do have serious quality issues for a car of that price. I can't believe the number of things people tell you to look for before buying - leaking shocks, regularly cracking screens, even rust! And I was shocked to learn that they don't use forged internals in the engine - you get those in a humble AMG. RU-vidr Tavarish's 675LT just pooped its insides out through the sump! When you get a good one they seem awesome though - fingers crossed for you.

I had a 570s and absolutely loved it, i got it when I turend 19 and nobody could understand how I did it when all I did was work a decent job and save, sadly sold it but luckily ended up selling it for a profit

Great realistic ownership perspective!

I'm mid 40's, UK and pay the same insurance for a 2018 stage 1 Golf GTI.. Lovely car btw, I hope to get on in the next few years.

I bought a 2020 McLaren 570S. Loved the way it drove but the quality of the vehicle was TERRIBLE. Electric gremlins and failed to start on 4 different occasions. Trade it in for a Lexus LC 500 and ordered a 2022 Porsche 911S turbo.

great video ! i am looking to buy a 570s or 570 gt in June this year im 56 years old i have a friend that has a 570gt hes 64 full no claims and pays £1200 off road gated parking etc leafy north Bedfordshire limited miles would you kindly let me know your insurance company ? £850 is a cracking price many thanks Jules

Great video and very insightful! I have had several cars …. C6 Z06, R8 V10, and most recently gallardo superleggera, which I have since sold. All these cars have been fun and exciting in their own way but I felt it was time to give the 5.2 Liter V10 a break. I am ready to hop into the 570S, and I too have heard some negative things about McLaren. However, everything I am reading and hearing is pointing to a great company and very well built vehicle. I think maybe initially the early models had software issues but have since been addressed. Of course though, human nature dictates that we will post and complain when things go wrong, and very rarely when things are great LOL

Thanks for the review with numbers. £850 insurance on a 50E car is unfathomably good! Is it still around that amount & did you go with a specialist broker to get that price?

For sure, super cars are cheaper in the UK and Europe. In North America, these cars are 30-40% more expensive. I'd love a McLaren, Ferrari or even an AMG GT, but over here, even used ones are crack money. So I got a C8 with no regrets!

Great video mate. Currently have an AMG GTS and looking at trading up for a 570S. Only slightly hesitant because of McLaren’s reputation. Have you had any issues with yours yet? Also, I’m 6,4, is there enough head room? Thanks, Dan

hi can i ask who you took the warranty out with was it with mc laren?

lol what's the mpg? What's the funniest/weirdest thing a random person has said/asked you about the car?

I would love to buy a McLaren. The problem is, the Banks here in the US don't like giving loans to people that are self-employed.

I bought 2016 570S, in 2018. It had 8400 miles. At the time one years warranty was $7000. Fortunately, I bought one because 248 miles later, a check engine light came on. The result was a $92k engine replacement, and it took 7 months. I drove it 250 miles further and sold it. In 2021, it sold for $178k. Thank God for Covid😮

US cars prices a rip off .167k is the advantage price at almost lambo money .

how much money do you make a year

Ya try to find one under 130k now

Smiles per gallon is always greater than miles per gallon

C8 Corvettes have been horribly unreliable. Yes, they are inexpensive compared to hypercars but many have needed transmissions and electrical parts. Hopefully, the Lotus Emira with Toyota powertrain will be reliable.

Is that windsor? A black mclaren drove past me when i was there earlier in the year, probably you

I don't think mclaren and corvette are the same performance level

MPG..... 🤣🤣🤣

Today they worth from 59k

You know you can’t afford when you worry about you house is not safe enough to park it