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2013 marks the 50th anniversary since McLaren was founded by New Zealander - Bruce McLaren. As part of the celebration, the British carmaker has announced the limited edition '50' 12C in both coupe and spider (convertible) body styles. Only 100 examples will be produced. Developed by McLaren Special Operations, the limited edition 12Cs are available in 3 exclusive colours - Carbon Black, Supernova Silver or McLaren Orange. For the exterior, updates include a re-designed front bumper, black McLaren badge on the hood and carbon fibre trim for the lower section. Unique 19/20-inch ultra-lightweight alloys in Satin Black finish and carbon ceramic brakes round up the exterior revisions. For the cabin, we can find subtle branding for the carbon fibre sill panel and floor mats, and a '50' anniversary plate on the driver's door. The 50 12C will come with a monogrammed car cover and a limited edition car key that resides in a carbon fibre presentation box.

McLaren will be celebrating its 50th anniversary on 2 Sep 2013. However, the British supercar maker has planned a wide range of events throughout the year. As part of the celebration, McLaren has launched a 50th anniversary logo that will be put all their products including their team shirts and the new MP4-28 Formula 1 that will debut on 31 January. Founded back in 1963 by New Zealander Bruce McLaren, the team made its Formula 1 debut at the 1966 Monaco Grand Prix. Since then, it has claimed 155 pole positions and won 182 races. "McLaren's history is long and storied, but McLaren's legacy is harder to define