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McLaren MP4/6 - 1991 Japanese Grand Prix - Ayrton Senna - Second Place - 1:8 scale

McLaren MP4/6 - 1991 Japanese Grand Prix - Ayrton Senna - Second Place - 1:8 scale

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£10995

Powered by Honda’s third engine configuration in just four seasons, the MP4/6 appeared somewhat of a gamble for McLaren before the 1991 season. The new V12 unit was longer, heavier and thirstier than the V10s which powered many of McLaren’s rivals, but it was hoped that the output of around 720 bhp would compensate for it. During engine testing, when using the MP4/5C chassis, it failed to convince reigning world champion Ayrton Senna who was quick to tell the Japanese engineers what he thought of it in his usual candid terms. The Japanese stuck to their guns however, claiming that Honda engine

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