570S Questions

Seems like a step down. Maybe 600LT is a better comparison.

 

So far my 570 spider been rock solid engine wise, there are the odd electrical glitches like window once out of a 100 rolls down instead of up when locking the door, or infotainment cannot find stations, all resolve themselves by turning car off and on just like any modern day appliance LOL. And yes there is a service reminder

As far as pricing out options I'm positive there is but only dealer has that info.


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I think you will have to talk to a dealer to get final pricing and options. My 570 has been rock solid. You could drive it every day. In fact, the more I drive it the better it runs. As far as a comparison. The 570 will run circles around a 488. The carbon tub is such an incredible platform to work from. The dynamics are incredible.

These are fairly easy cars to service. I love to do my own work as well. Fluids are a breeze, although the gearbox does have 5 drain plugs and there is a bit of a procedure to fill the thing. As does the clutch. There are no belts to worry about (timing or accessory). Coolant has a bleed procedure as well.

There is a service reminder to reset and you will need a dx tool to make it happen. They are available, but as of right now the pricing is absurd for a hobbyist.

 

$10-$20K!

 

Good Lord...

OP, I'm not sure if this is relevant anymore or not, but the KBB website allows you to price out most options on the car.

I like to do the service myself as well, and I've been thinking about picking up a used 570 at some point. Will a dealer reset the service reminder for you even if you do the service yourself? I imagine they'll likely charge for it, but not be pleased about it.

 

Most will not reset the service interval unless they do the service. Fortunately, I have been able to get a proper McLaren tool. Problem solved!

 

Well. I'm glad this post came up. I, as well, do my own work on my cars. Just pissed me off that another brand is 'hustling the wallet'! A 570 Spider was in my future, now, will need to re-evaluate.... shakes head! Paying a dealer to reset a oil change reminder.... well, maybe my $$$ are better spent elsewhere... just nonsense!

 

You think this is just McLaren???

Lambo did it, Ferrari notorious for it same with other companies.

The 570S is still relatively new, usually after a while another 3rd party will come up with a way to read OBD on a Mac and start to clear codes out yourself. I wouldn't be to overly worried about it, especially if you plan on keeping the car for a while.

But if you plan on short term ownership then that might become problematic on resale, regardless doing the work yourself vs a Dealer will be problematic for any enthusiast purchasing an exotic.

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I have always done the majority of work on all my cars (Ferraris, Porsche, AMG, McLaren). I keep meticulous records and have always gotten top dollar at sales time. There will always be the low ballers and tire kickers, but the true enthusiast who ends up purchasing my cars have appreciated the care that they have gotten vs a stamp from some 'expert'. With the McLaren, having a factory tool has added to the ownership experience for me.