Review by CoMod martinmm on the Carrera D132 McLaren M20 '72 Roy Woods Racing "No.73", '73 (30524) and Carrera D132 McLaren M20 '72 McLaren Cars 'No.5', '72 (30523)
With Briton David Hobbs at the wheel, the McLaren M20 achieved some notable results in 1973, including a 4th place at Road Atlanta and a 2nd place at Watkins Glen. The car was equipped with an 8-liter Chevrolet engine.
The vehicle was taken over by the McLaren team with which Peter Revson competed in the 1972 season.
From a normal viewing distance, the Carrera model makes a very harmonious impression. The cockpit, although very flat, still features the hint of the driver's legs, looks very true to the original. For my taste, however, it could have benefited from a few more printed details, especially on the mock-up engine. The huge intake funnels are very realistically reproduced, and the varying lengths and angles are true to the original and were designed to prevent the carburetors from sucking air away from each other. Overall, the high-gloss black paintwork is very cleanly executed – the white of the main sponsor and the starting number is completely opaque thanks to pad printing.
The "No. 5" was driven by Dany Hulme for the McLaren team in 1972. He achieved two victories with this car that season: at Mosport and Watkins Glen. However, he had little chance against the turbo engines of the Porsche 917/10.
The orange color is very well captured; overall, the vehicle gives a visually high-quality impression and is easily recognizable on the black Carrera track.
Not entirely historically accurate, but next to the blue Sunoco Porsche 917/30, it certainly makes a great picture on the track. It's almost reminiscent of the classic Universal base set with the orange Ferrari and the blue Porsche 908/3.
Technology
For space reasons, the vehicle is equipped with a narrower engine, similar to the one found in the KTM XBow. Naturally, the vehicle lacks any lighting, except for the exhaust light.
Front axle: independent suspension.
Weight: Body 20g, Chassis (without magnets) 60g
Driving test
I wipe my test track with a damp cloth before each new vehicle and then dry it. This way, I always have relatively identical/similar grip levels for comparing tires.
Only with a center magnet: the wide rear tires and the expected high level of grip weren't there – quite the opposite. It was very slippery, even compared to cars equipped with narrower tires, like the Scirocco. When I visually tested them on the surface plate, it quickly became apparent that only a small section of the wheels were touching the road. So I patiently sanded them on the sanding board until they were flat and fully in contact with the track. Then the result looked completely different! The small motor offers good torque and excellent braking power. Corners can be taken quickly – but with care, as the large rear spoiler adds a considerable amount of weight behind the rear axle, causing the rear to easily swerve.
The handling was similar without the additional magnets. With feeling and a little practice, you can handle it well. The McLaren is very light at the front, which causes the sliders to lift the car slightly. I solved this by cutting off the front ends of the sliders. The contact is still sufficient, and the car now sits even better in the slot. When operating without magnets, for optimization, you should
add some weight, e.g. in the form of lead.
The McLaren M20 is a very welcome addition to the car lineup. Visually, it's exemplary. For driving without magnets, significant handling improvements can be achieved with simple adjustments.
The 'Orwell Supersports Cup' series is held at various classic car events, such as Hockenheim or the Nürburgring. You can still experience these vehicles live there. The sound from the up to 10 liters of displacement is simply unique!
CoMod martinmm
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Review by CoMod Lotus of the Carrera D132 McLaren M20 '72 Roy Woods Racing "No.73", '73 (30524)
Yes we Can-Am
'Oh my God!' you're probably thinking, does he have to parody the American president's platitude now? But honestly: I'm thrilled that Carrera is bringing out some of the '70s Canadian-American Challenge Cup (or Can-Am for short) cars. I've always found those door wedges absolutely fascinating. An amateur racer from our neighboring county drives two Can-Ams, among other cars! Whenever I drive past his dealership on my way to work, his Lola T222 and his McLaren M8F are in the window.
Before me now stands the newly released McLaren M20 from the "Roy Woods Racing" racing team. The car is better known under its sponsorship, Carling, a long-established Canadian brewery. While the M20, released in 1972 as the successor to the M8F, was never truly successful, as the McLarens, which had dominated the Can-Am series since 1967, were simply no longer able to cope with the dominance of the Porsche 917 "Panzers" from 1972 onward, with the black Carling Black Label, they at least had one of the most beautiful cars in the field.
The black racing car impresses at first glance: clean printing and a beautifully designed rear end with delicate chrome struts. The rear spoiler is best left uninstalled (it's just plugged in), and reinstalling it is a bit fiddly. What doesn't quite convince me visually is the high silver driver's seat, but technically, it was unfortunately impossible due to the circuit board underneath. The car handles well thanks to the wide track and tires. However, the tires could have a bit more grip. If you want to trim the car with lead, there's plenty of room in the sidepods.
As a special gimmick, the car has lights on, or rather in, the exhaust. The red lights are meant to simulate the McLaren's signature exhaust glow. It's a completely different experience for night racing.
Conclusion: A very successful racing car. And above all, it's true to scale in 1:32!
CoMod Lotus
With Briton David Hobbs at the wheel, the McLaren M20 achieved some notable results in 1973, including a 4th place at Road Atlanta and a 2nd place at Watkins Glen. The car was equipped with an 8-liter Chevrolet engine.
The vehicle was taken over by the McLaren team with which Peter Revson competed in the 1972 season.
From a normal viewing distance, the Carrera model makes a very harmonious impression. The cockpit, although very flat, still features the hint of the driver's legs, looks very true to the original. For my taste, however, it could have benefited from a few more printed details, especially on the mock-up engine. The huge intake funnels are very realistically reproduced, and the varying lengths and angles are true to the original and were designed to prevent the carburetors from sucking air away from each other. Overall, the high-gloss black paintwork is very cleanly executed – the white of the main sponsor and the starting number is completely opaque thanks to pad printing.
The "No. 5" was driven by Dany Hulme for the McLaren team in 1972. He achieved two victories with this car that season: at Mosport and Watkins Glen. However, he had little chance against the turbo engines of the Porsche 917/10.
The orange color is very well captured; overall, the vehicle gives a visually high-quality impression and is easily recognizable on the black Carrera track.
Not entirely historically accurate, but next to the blue Sunoco Porsche 917/30, it certainly makes a great picture on the track. It's almost reminiscent of the classic Universal base set with the orange Ferrari and the blue Porsche 908/3.
Technology
For space reasons, the vehicle is equipped with a narrower engine, similar to the one found in the KTM XBow. Naturally, the vehicle lacks any lighting, except for the exhaust light.
Front axle: independent suspension.
Weight: Body 20g, Chassis (without magnets) 60g
Driving test
I wipe my test track with a damp cloth before each new vehicle and then dry it. This way, I always have relatively identical/similar grip levels for comparing tires.
Only with a center magnet: the wide rear tires and the expected high level of grip weren't there – quite the opposite. It was very slippery, even compared to cars equipped with narrower tires, like the Scirocco. When I visually tested them on the surface plate, it quickly became apparent that only a small section of the wheels were touching the road. So I patiently sanded them on the sanding board until they were flat and fully in contact with the track. Then the result looked completely different! The small motor offers good torque and excellent braking power. Corners can be taken quickly – but with care, as the large rear spoiler adds a considerable amount of weight behind the rear axle, causing the rear to easily swerve.
The handling was similar without the additional magnets. With feeling and a little practice, you can handle it well. The McLaren is very light at the front, which causes the sliders to lift the car slightly. I solved this by cutting off the front ends of the sliders. The contact is still sufficient, and the car now sits even better in the slot. When operating without magnets, for optimization, you should
add some weight, e.g. in the form of lead.
The McLaren M20 is a very welcome addition to the car lineup. Visually, it's exemplary. For driving without magnets, significant handling improvements can be achieved with simple adjustments.
The 'Orwell Supersports Cup' series is held at various classic car events, such as Hockenheim or the Nürburgring. You can still experience these vehicles live there. The sound from the up to 10 liters of displacement is simply unique!
CoMod martinmm
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Review by CoMod Lotus of the Carrera D132 McLaren M20 '72 Roy Woods Racing "No.73", '73 (30524)
Yes we Can-Am
'Oh my God!' you're probably thinking, does he have to parody the American president's platitude now? But honestly: I'm thrilled that Carrera is bringing out some of the '70s Canadian-American Challenge Cup (or Can-Am for short) cars. I've always found those door wedges absolutely fascinating. An amateur racer from our neighboring county drives two Can-Ams, among other cars! Whenever I drive past his dealership on my way to work, his Lola T222 and his McLaren M8F are in the window.
Before me now stands the newly released McLaren M20 from the "Roy Woods Racing" racing team. The car is better known under its sponsorship, Carling, a long-established Canadian brewery. While the M20, released in 1972 as the successor to the M8F, was never truly successful, as the McLarens, which had dominated the Can-Am series since 1967, were simply no longer able to cope with the dominance of the Porsche 917 "Panzers" from 1972 onward, with the black Carling Black Label, they at least had one of the most beautiful cars in the field.
The black racing car impresses at first glance: clean printing and a beautifully designed rear end with delicate chrome struts. The rear spoiler is best left uninstalled (it's just plugged in), and reinstalling it is a bit fiddly. What doesn't quite convince me visually is the high silver driver's seat, but technically, it was unfortunately impossible due to the circuit board underneath. The car handles well thanks to the wide track and tires. However, the tires could have a bit more grip. If you want to trim the car with lead, there's plenty of room in the sidepods.
As a special gimmick, the car has lights on, or rather in, the exhaust. The red lights are meant to simulate the McLaren's signature exhaust glow. It's a completely different experience for night racing.
Conclusion: A very successful racing car. And above all, it's true to scale in 1:32!
CoMod Lotus
