LMP Engineering McLaren M1C Can-Am MKIII

This 2012 LMP Engineering McLaren M1C Can-Am MKIII replica is a German-built recreation of one of the most iconic open-top race cars of the Can-Am era, combining period-correct styling with more modern performance and reliability. Finished in Gold-Orange, it is powered by a Chevrolet LS3 CT525 V8 producing 525 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 470 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 rpm, paired with a Hewland DG300 5-speed gearbox for the kind of raw, mechanical driving feel these cars are known for. Riding on BBS wheels and currently fitted with Goodyear tires, this two-seat car has the stance, sound, and presence that make a proper Can-Am-style car stand out anywhere it goes.

Built as a purpose-built open-top race car, this example delivers the kind of wide, aggressive look and big V8 character buyers expect from a serious Can-Am-inspired machine. The combination of classic body lines, open cockpit design, and proven CT525 power gives it the sort of visual impact and straight-line punch that makes cars like this so special. Whether it is being added to a collection, used for display, taken to exhibition events, or enjoyed on track, it has the kind of presence that draws attention immediately. Cars in this style do not come around often, and even fewer come with the right drivetrain package and overall presentation this one has.

What also helps separate this example is the supporting LMP Engineering documentation that comes with the car, including manufacturer paperwork, drivetrain identification, wiring information, and technical reference material. That is a real selling point on a specialty-built car like this, especially with LMP Engineering no longer operating under the original company name, because buyers want a car they can clearly identify and understand. The Hewland DG300 and Chevrolet CT525 combination is a strong, recognizable package that makes sense to knowledgeable buyers and adds to the appeal of the car from both a performance and ownership standpoint. Believed to have under 40 hours on the engine, this McLaren M1C replica presents as a rare opportunity to own a well-documented, properly built Can-Am-style car with real presence, proven V8 power, and the right overall pedigree.

McLaren M1C / LMP Engineering Can-Am MKIII Replica

Vehicle ID / Chassis #: 0130310004
Engine ID #: W1497260610296
Engine Hours: Estimated Sub-40 Engine Hours
Transmission Hours: Estimated Sub-40 Engine Hours

Chassis Hours: Estimated Sub-40 Engine Hours
Year of Manufacture: April 2012
Color: LMP 2560 Gold-Orange

Key Features

• LMP Engineering Can-Am M1C MKIII replica
• 2-seater open-top race car
• Chevrolet LS3 CT525 V8
• 525 HP at 6,400 RPM
• 470 ft-lbs at 5,000 RPM
• Hewland DG300 5-speed gearbox
• Gearbox ID: DG300iZ109
• Wheelbase: 2394 mm
• Track width: 1356 mm front / 1347 mm rear
• Front tires: Avon 11.0-23.5-15
• Front wheels: BBS 10.0 x 15
• Rear tires: Avon 15.0-26.0-15
• Rear wheels: BBS 16.0 x 15

Aerodynamics & Exterior

• Gold-orange finish
• Classic McLaren M1C / Can-Am body styling
• Removable body sections for service access
• Front splitter
• Front brake cooling hoses
• Rear body section with rollbar support structure

Interior & Electronics

• Driver-focused open cockpit layout
• Dashboard-mounted instrumentation
• Wiring loom and electrical documentation included in build packet
• Fuel level and temperature gauge documentation included

Included Items / Documentation

• Manufacturer certificate from LMP Engineering
• Vehicle identification and drivetrain information
• Continental FIA FT3-1999 fuel tank certificate (Expired)
• Body removal instructions
• Wiring loom diagrams
• CT525 engine documentation and specifications
• Hewland DG300 gearbox documentation
• Damper / suspension reference material

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