Full scoop: McLaren MP4-12S Spider

Thanks to the spies at CarMagazine, the Spider variant of the phenomenal MP4-12C is captured on (blurry) photo’s. As previously reported, McLaren will use a super light carbon fiber roof for the Spider, which will flip backwards and retract into a compartment between the engine and passengers. The use of carbon fiber will help the roof weigh far less than a conventional soft top. The roof mechanism looks familiar because it is made by the same manufacturer that has done the one for the 458 spider.

We can clearly see from the images below (and renderings) the rear of the vehicle will be constructed differently from the coupe as well, with the rear deck to be a relatively flat surface similar to the Ferrari 458 Spider. The best feature of the new rear deck, however, is there will be a clear cover so the outstanding 3.8-liter V8 twin turbo that puts out of a massive 608 hp isn’t only to hear from the outside but there for all bystanders to admire as well.

CARmagazine’s spyshots: