Gordon Murray, the legendary designer of the McLaren F1, has already taken center stage at Monterey Car Week, unveiling the road-legal S1 LM and the track-focused Le Mans GTR. Drenched in a vibrant ocean wave blue, the Gordon Murray Special Vehicles Le Mans GTR marks the brand’s second low-volume model, with Murray paying tribute to the Matra-Simca MS660, Porsche 917, and Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/3 by creating his own longtail car.
“Longtail racing cars perfectly combine aerodynamic benefit and aesthetic balance. I’ve always loved their mix of considered engineering and flowing design,” says executive chairman Gordon Murray. “Our Le Mans GTR timelessly reimagines the longtail racers I’ve admired since I began designing cars, adding contemporary aerodynamics and our exquisitely engineered chassis, engine, and transmission.”
V12 Power and Pure Aerodynamics
Powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter Cosworth V12 mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, the Le Mans GTR showcases a redesigned aerodynamic package, notably excluding the T.50’s rear fan system.
The Track-Focused Cockpit
Focusing on track performance, the interior features a redesigned dashboard, re-positioned switches, and reimagined seat cushions and pedal pads. Buyers can personalize the interior’s colors and materials, but the standout feature is the roof-mounted ram-air intake that amplifies the glorious sound of the naturally aspirated V12.
Extreme Exclusivity: Only 24 to Be Made
Only 24 Le Mans GTRs will be made, each honoring an hour of the historic French endurance race. Development is in full swing, with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. Unfortunately, all 24 cars have already been sold, with prices kept secret.
A Nod to the Past: The GMA S1 LM
The GMA S1 LM is a road-going tribute to the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR, designed by Gordon Murray during his time at McLaren. Based on the T.50S chassis, it boasts a larger 4.3-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine producing 690 hp, mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. Only five units will be built, all commissioned by the same lucky buyer. Watch the full feature in this Top Gear video.
Photos Courtesy of Gordon Murray Automotive
