Although the new McLaren MP4-12C may not be every enthusiast’s favorite exotic car, but for Jay Leno, the MP4-12C has a soft spot in his heart no matter how well it stacks up against the competition. Before the MP4-12C was in its full production skin, Jay got to visit the McLaren factory and be one of the first to get behind the wheel of one. He liked it so much he placed his order for one. Now, Jay gets to take his very own MP4-12C down the streets of southern California after he gets a full technical rundown on his new toy from Damian Forbes, McLaren Service and Parts Manager.

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