The ultimate open-top roadster experience: windshield version of the ultra-exclusive McLaren Elva goes into production

"Luxury supercar manufacturer McLaren Automotive will soon begin production of the windshield version of its Elva roadster. Designed for customers who prefer a physical windshield to the Active Air Management System (AAMS) air barrier, as well as to meet local regulatory requirements in some states in the U.S., the windshield variant - which will be among McLaren's rarest - is being revealed in full for the first time today with images of the prototype. Although it had its own development program to optimize aerodynamics and dynamic performance, the Elva with windshield shares all the ethos and performance of the original car: it has no roof, side windows or rear window, which combined with a dry weight of less than 1300 kg and a mid-mounted, 815 hp, twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine makes for ultimate driving pleasure. The acceleration of both versions is comparable to that of a McLaren Senna. The model without windshield reaches 100 km/h from a standstill in 2.8 seconds and covers the distance 0 - 200 km/h in 6.8 seconds. Dynamic performance and vehicle rigidity also remain unchanged from the windshieldless car, as does the fascinating driving experience. While the fixed windshield offers more protection from the elements, it in no way diminishes the driving pleasure."