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The 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is a powerful coupe designed for the U.S. market, featuring a 3.8L V8 engine with a dual-clutch transmission. Manufactured in Woking, England, this sleek two-door vehicle ensures safety with curtain airbags in all rows and front airbags for the driver and passenger. The MP4-12C runs on gasoline and offers a thrilling driving experience with its left-hand drive configuration.

Decoded VIN:

Destination Market

U.S.

Make

MCLAREN

Manufacturer Name

MCLAREN AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

Model

MP4-12C

Model Year

2012

Plant City

WOKING

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

ENGLAND

Plant Company Name

Mclaren Automotive Limited

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Transmission Style

Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT)

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

3800.0

Displacement (CI)

231.89022755998

Displacement (L)

3.8

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Curtain Air Bag Locations

All Rows

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Knee Air Bag Locations

Driver Seat Only

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

V8 engines like the one in the 2012 McLaren MP4-12C are susceptible to oil leaks, often from valve cover gaskets or oil pan gaskets.

High fuel consumption

V8 engines are generally less fuel-efficient compared to smaller engines, leading to higher fuel consumption.

Engine overheating

High-performance engines can sometimes suffer from overheating, especially if there's an issue with the cooling system.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines can experience carbon buildup on intake valves, which can affect performance and fuel economy.

Timing chain issues

V8 engines can sometimes have timing chain problems, which can lead to severe engine damage if not addressed.

Sensor failures

High-tech engines like those in the McLaren MP4-12C often rely on numerous sensors that can fail and cause engine performance issues.

Turbocharger problems

The McLaren MP4-12C's turbocharged engine may experience turbo lag, turbo failure, or issues related to the intercooler.

Spark plug wear

High-performance engines put a lot of stress on spark plugs, leading to more frequent replacements.

Fuel injector problems

Clogged or failing fuel injectors can cause misfires and poor engine performance.

Exhaust system issues

Performance exhaust systems can develop leaks or suffer from corrosion over time.

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