With the 2025 season formula 1 already completed and the title of Lando Norris insured, the car that allowed him McLaren dethrone Max Verstappen arrived in Argentina. It is an official replica of the champion car on display in Buenos Aires and Mar del Plata, capitalizing on renewed local enthusiasm for the Máxima. reinforced by the Franco-Colapinto phenomenon.
After the consecration of the British pilot in Abu Dhabi Grand PrixThe Woking team landed in the country with a full-size show car, identical in aesthetics to the model that dominated the 2025 season and returned McLaren to the forefront of world motorsport.
The presentation took place this Wednesday, December 17th at Central house of the Banco NaciónIn Plaza de Mayobefore the Pink houseand marked the start of a tour designed to bring the Formula 1 experience closer to Argentine fans.
Although it is not the racing chassis, The replica respects every visual detail of the champion carfrom the eye-catching orange and matte black combination with exposed carbon fiber to reduce weight, to the signature Pirelli tires. It was the car that enabled Norris to win an electrifying finale, just two points ahead of Verstappen.
The vehicle also symbolizes a milestone for the British team: the first drivers’ title since 2008 and winning the constructors’ championship, capping a historic season for McLaren.
The vehicle also symbolizes the sporting milestone of the year: the first drivers’ title for McLaren since 2008 and winning the constructors’ championship.
The visit of the champion McLaren is no coincidence. The Argentine market is experiencing a revival of interest in Formula 1 due to the impact of Franco Colapintowho completed his 2025 season with Alpine and recently confirmed his continuity in the category for 2026.
Interest in the Máxima was no longer niche. For the local public, the opportunity to see an official replica of the championship car up close is a tangible bridge to a season in which Argentina once again felt part of the big F1 circus.
The tour already has confirmed dates. In Buenos Aires, the show car will be exhibited at the Shopping DOT from December 18th to 23rd. It then travels to the Atlantic coast, where it can be seen on the Paseo Aldrey in Mar del Plata from December 26th to January 3rd, 2026, accompanying the start of the summer season on the Argentine coast.
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