Key facts
Most reliable
McLaren 720S / 720S Spider / 765LT P14
Good choice, check first4.5/5
Least reliable
McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT Sports Series P13
Buy with care3.0/5
Cheapest to buy
McLaren MP4-12C / 12C Spider I
Buy with carefrom €112,395
Cheapest to run
McLaren MP4-12C / 12C Spider I
Buy with care≈ €1,670/month
Used McLaren ranking
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Ermell, CC BY-SA 4.0
McLaren 720S / 720S Spider / 765LT
2017–2023 · Petrol
- Estimated monthly cost
- €2,911/month
Buy with carePhoto: Crisco 1492, CC BY-SA 4.0
McLaren MP4-12C / 12C Spider
2011–2014 · Petrol
- Estimated monthly cost
- €1,670/month
Buy with carePhoto: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0
McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT
2015–2021 · Petrol
- Estimated monthly cost
- €2,087/month
Frequently asked questions
What is the most reliable used McLaren?
Among the models we analysed, the McLaren 720S / 720S Spider / 765LT P14 has the best reliability score: 4.5/5, calculated from its known, sourced faults.
Which used McLaren models should you avoid?
No model we analysed is rated "Avoid" or "Poor reliability". The lowest score is the McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT Sports Series P13 (3.0/5): check its known faults before buying.
Which used McLaren should you buy on a small budget?
The McLaren MP4-12C / 12C Spider I is the cheapest to buy among the models we analysed: from €112,395 according to our price surveys. The lowest all-in monthly cost is the McLaren MP4-12C / 12C Spider I: about €1,670 per month at 12,000 km a year.
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the McLaren (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.