Highlights

‘1 of 1’ special order Mantis Green
High spec including upgraded seats, carbon pack and premium sound
Very low documented mileage of under 22,000 miles
MOT to April 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

Choosing to take on Ferrari must be amongst the most demanding of motoring challenges. McLaren had achieved it on the track, with the MP4 12C, the firm’s first series production supercar, they decided to do the same on the road.

The new car was pitched directly at Ferrari’s superlative 458. Where the McLaren excels is in its remarkable ease of use. Unlike the Ferrari, which can take time to master, the MP4 12C is instantly driveable, and according to anyone who ever has - when you do drive it, the experience is mesmerising.

Just 3,500 MP4 12Cs were built, and this 2012 example is believed to be the only one finished in the eye-catching shade of Mantis Green. It is in really good condition, the low mileage of under 22,000 miles contributing to the sense of near showroom-level preserve. Aside from the paint, the car was factory fitted with upgraded lightweight bucket seats, carbon pack and premium Meridien sound. It also carries SVA Lambar certification

The vendor acquired the car in 2021 and tells us that it carries full McLaren service history. The MOT runs to April 2026 with no advisories and the MOT history supports the low mileage.

This is an extremely good, stand-out example of one of the greatest supercars ever built.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 2012
Only three registered keepers
Current keeper since September 2021
MOT valid to 29th April 2026 with no advisories
20,437 miles showing on MOT and 21,943 miles showing in photos
Vendor states car is ‘1 of 1’ special order Mantis Green
Registered with appropriate plate 'ET61 WTF'

Service History:

03/23 - Supercar Services - inlet manifold
02/23 - Supercar Services - ignition coil & ISG valve
01/23 - Supercar Services - service
07/22 - 19,223 miles - McLaren Birmingham
01/22 - Supercar Services - seals/filters various
07/20 - 13,286 miles - McLaren Birmingham
08/19 - 10,489 miles - McLaren Birmingham (UK)
06/15 - 3,986 miles - McLaren Tampa Bay
11/13 - 1,318 miles - McLaren Dallas (USA)

The Condition

Special order bespoke Mantis Green paintwork in extremely good condition
Small scuff to note to underside of front valance as shown
Fitted with five spoke polished alloys showing barely if any wear
High specification grey and charcoal leather and Alcantara interior
Interior features premium sound, lightweight seats and carbon pack

The MP4 12C is all about supercar drama, and thanks to this car’s special order Mantis Green paintwork, few examples can be as visually dramatic as this one. It looks fantastic, the stuff of supercar dreams and wall posters.

This well-specified car features upgraded bucket seats, carbon trim and premium sound. Inside and out, you would barely know it is 14 years old, such is the level of preservation. Even high traffic areas such as the driver’s bolster and footwell appear a little aged.

The Mechanics

3.8L M838T twin turbo 572bhp V8 engine
7spd dual clutch semi-automatic gearbox
0-60 mph in 3.1secs
Full McLaren service history advised by seller
No advisories on MOT

With the sort of performance statistics that might generate shivers in drivers of family SUVs, you might expect the MP4 12C to be a forbidding prospect from behind the wheel. As reviewers queued up to attest, that isn’t so. Key to the car’s appeal is its sheer usability.

McLaren channelled its deep F1 learning into its first series supercar. The result is a technologically advanced car that naturally requires careful use and maintenance. This car has received exactly that. The condition, verified by the photos, confirms the former while the advised full McLaren service history supports the latter. The MOT provides added reassurance - it runs to April 2026 with no advisories

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