Since a McLaren GT has been crashed, why not purchase the carbon fiber shell and transform it into a race car bed?

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      McLaren’s supercars excel largely due to their solid foundations. The road-car division of the reigning F1 constructors' champion constructs all its vehicles using carbon-fiber monocoques, to which engines, suspension systems, and body panels are attached, akin to race cars. Even on its own, a bare McLaren Monocell chassis is a remarkable feat of engineering. Now, you have the opportunity to own one for considerably less than the price of a complete vehicle.

      A monocoque from a damaged McLaren GT is currently up for sale by 417 Motoring on eBay, listed at a reduced price of $2,624.99. This is down from its original asking price of $3,499.99, however, you will likely need to pay a $1,200 flat shipping fee to transport the bare shell from Missouri to your location. Nonetheless, in terms of volume, you’re getting a substantial piece of car for a fraction of its original cost (approximately $210,000 during its initial model year).

      The seller states there is damage to the rear corner and the front left side of the tub. While the windshield and roof glass are included, both are cracked and may require replacement. It’s uncertain whether this damage is irreparable or if the GT could be brought back to life with sufficient replacement parts. Monocell chassis are quite resilient, which is why crashed limited-edition McLarens like the Elva and Senna can still fetch six or seven figures even when they have salvage titles.

      However, attempting to rebuild a GT may not be financially sensible. Launched in the 2020 model year, the GT is based on the 720S but features softer styling and tuning, along with additional cargo space under the engine cover, reminiscent of the Maserati Bora, to embody the grand tourer concept. Still, it remains a two-seat, mid-engine supercar, so practical benefits are somewhat limited. McLaren has replaced it with the more exciting GTS for 2024, but this car may lack the enduring appeal of a Senna or Long Tail.

      Additionally, there are numerous alternative uses for it. This could make a fantastic race car bed, although your children might quickly outgrow it. You might also convert it into a sim racing setup, utilizing the supercar cockpit layout in a (somewhat) more compact form compared to a complete car rig.

      If I had a porch, I would hire someone to construct a frame, reinstall the cupholders, and transform this into a porch swing for the summer. During winter, Senior Editor Caleb Jacobs suggested repurposing it as a toboggan. Sounds appealing to me. After all, it’s been tested in a crash.

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