McLaren to Add F1 Replacement, Convertible and Others to the New MP4-12C

Yesterday, when McLaren unveiled the long-awaited MP4-12C, company execs mentioned that they intend to build a family of cars. Unfortunately, they didn’t expand on that, but reports are circulating in auto rags that provide a little insight into the make-up of that family.

In terms of the MP4-12C, McLaren will offer convertible and racing versions, in addition to the standard coupe we’ve already seen. The company is currently working on two new cars, and speculation dictates that McLaren will surround the MP4-12C with a  911 competitor underneath and a high-performance F1 replacement up above.

To anyone that thought McLaren might muddy up its good name with practical cars like sedans and SUVs, chief exec Ron Dennis offered reassurance: “We intend to have a diverse product range but they will all have two seats. This is our heritage – we are sportscar makers and the engine will be in the back of all our cars.”

That’s all good news from where we’re sitting. [Autocar via egmCarTech]