It seems that paranoia is starting to set in.
Clarkson will say anything to get a laugh or to be controversial, his view can change from week to week if it fits with a joke - that is why TG is watched by so many that don't view other motoring programs, but please don't lump the rest of the UK motoring press with some biased agenda. If they think the MP4 is best that is what they will write. If McLaren re-supply a fully fit car then that might just be what they do write!
On your snipe about heavily modified, there are now some more stories about the options on the Ferrari and it's actual weight starting to circulate. Seems like there might be some humble pie needed from those pointing the finger.