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At 70 years old, Steve decided it was time.
Not for another sensible daily.
Not for something practical.
For the car he had thought about for decades.
A 2016 McLaren 650S Spider.
From the UK to Canada — and a Lifelong Love of McLaren
Steve grew up in the UK, where Formula 1 wasn’t just a sport — it was part of the culture. Like so many British enthusiasts, he followed McLaren closely. The engineering. The heritage. The precision.
He was a devoted McLaren F1 fan, and over the years that admiration quietly evolved into something more personal: one day, I’ll own one.
Life, of course, has a way of filling in the space between dreams.
He immigrated to Canada.
Built a life.
Owned and operated a mechanic shop.
Worked hard.
Raised and supported his family.
The dream stayed in the background.
A Health Scare That Changed Perspective
A few years ago, Steve went through a period of serious ill health. It forced him to reassess what really mattered.
His takeaway was simple and honest: you can’t take it with you.
After selling his shop and focusing on family through those difficult years, he reached a point where he felt both grateful and ready. Ready to finally do something purely for himself — not out of ego, but out of appreciation for the opportunity.
The 650S Spider wasn’t about status. It was about fulfillment.
Why the 650S Spider?
The 2016 McLaren 650S Spider represents everything that drew Steve to the brand decades ago:
- Twin-turbocharged 3.8L V8
- Open-top driving experience
- F1-derived engineering DNA
- Sharp, purposeful design
It’s fast — properly fast — but it’s also engaging and precise. A driver’s car in every sense.
For someone who spent years around machinery and mechanical craftsmanship, that connection matters.
A Story That Hit Home
Our sales consultant, Matthew Schmidt, felt a personal connection to Steve’s journey.
In the video, he shares how his own father went through health challenges and, afterward, decided it was time to purchase his dream car. The parallel wasn’t lost on him.
This wasn’t just another delivery. It was a milestone.
It’s Not Just About the Car
What stood out most wasn’t the horsepower. It was what Steve said he’s most excited about:
Driving it.
Sharing it.
Letting his kids and grandkids experience it.
The 650S Spider is a dream fulfilled — but it’s also a memory machine. Top down, summer evenings, family beside him, stories being told.
It’s Never Too Late
There’s a misconception that dream cars belong to a certain age bracket.
Steve proves otherwise.
Steve is proof that dreams don’t expire.
Whether you’re 30, 50, or 70 — if the opportunity is there and the timing feels right, there’s nothing irresponsible about pursuing something you’ve worked toward your entire life.
Watch Steve’s full delivery experience in the video above — and if you’ve been thinking about your own dream car, maybe this is your sign.
