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Man of Many
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Man of Many
Hardcore McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition Revealed with MSO High Downforce Kit
By Ben McKimm - News Published: 4 June 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 5 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Limited to 50 units celebrating McLaren's 1995 Le Mans victory Features MSO High Downforce Kit and carbon fibre roof scoop Powered by 750PS twin-turbo V8 with Proactive Chassis Control III Interior includes Le Mans branding, Alcantara trim, and optional commemorative plaques Exclusive LM wheels, F1 Gold brake calipers, and special aero upgrades included While we eagerly await the McLaren 'LT' version of the already mental 750S supercar, the brand has released a hardcore 'Le Mans' edition to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their 1995 race win at the famed circuit on June 18th. JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas and Masanori Sekiya were behind the wheel of a 1995 McLaren F1 GTR #59 when the team claimed victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans on their first appearance as a constructor in the world-famous race. Now, there's a car to celebrate with the release of 50 limited edition McLaren 750S 'Le Mans Edition' models that add a new MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK), roof scoop, unique 5-spoke LM wheels, carbon fibre Monocage II central structure and Proactive Chassis Control III suspension to make this the lightest and most agile car in its class. With the LM-style wheels and paint to match the #59 F1 GTR Le Mans exterior in Grey (McLaren Orange also available), this will be a very desirable model for collectors. They'll also get plenty of Le Mans logos and that multi-award-winning 750S performance, highlighted by the mid-mounted, 750PS 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 McLaren engine. Let's take a closer look! McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren Let's start on the interior of the McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition, where the first thing you'll notice is the scaffolding in the rear. That's right, you have a choice of two Le Mans interior themes in either Carbon Black Alcantara with Jet Black Softgrain Leather and Dove Grey Alcantara or Carbon Black Alcantara with Jet Black Softgrain Leather and McLaren Orange Alcantara. That's complemented by Le Mans debossed headrests, branded floormats, and a bespoke Le Mans dedication plaque. Heck, you can even double-down on the plaques and choose to add a plaque into the front luggage compartment that lists the 1995 Le Mans victory with the other Triple Crown achievements in the Indianapolis 500 and Monaco Grand Prix. This option is available to all new 750S cars. McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren The LM-style wheels and new MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK) add visual drama to the 750S, which are motorsport-inspired and functional. While it looks like a fixed wing at first glance, the raised carbon fibre Active Rear Spoiler with integral endplates is indeed active. It works with a front bumper that features an enlarged carbon fibre splitter and rear wing to increase downforce by 10 per cent compared to the standard 750S. Other additions to the exterior of the McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition include: High Downforce Kit (HDK) 5-spoke Le Mans wheel with Stealth finish and Le Mans branding F1 Gold Special Colour Brake Calipers with red McLaren logo Wheel Centre Caps with blue/red colour detail Gloss Black Carbon Fibre Roof Scoop Carbon Fibre Front Fenders with Gloss Black Louvres Gloss Black exterior details Natural Titanium Exhaust Finisher Painted Le Mans exterior branding McLaren 750S Le Mans Edition | Image: Supplied / McLaren Completing the HDK package is a new body-coloured carbon fibre under-wing panel featuring gloss black louvres. However, you can also choose a handful of exterior option packs, which we've outlined below: Exterior Details in Gloss Visual Carbon Fibre Gloss Visual Carbon Fibre HDK and Underbody pack (Front Splitter, Rear Diffuser, Active Spoiler) Gloss Visual Carbon Fibre Raised Active Rear Spoiler only Gloss Visual Carbon Fibre Louvre pack (Front Fender Louvres, Rear Under-Wing Panel Louvres) Gloss Visual Carbon Fibre Roof Scoop Outer Track Brake Upgrade incorporating F1 Gold Special Colour Brake Calipers with red McLaren logo 'The 750S Le Mans marks not just 30 years since our debut victory in the iconic race, but an exciting time for the brand with McLaren GT3 EVO cars competing in this year's race and the announcement of our return to the top, Hypercar class in 2027,' said Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, Chief Commercial Officer, McLaren Automotive. 'This exclusive 750S is the first McLaren Le Mans edition since the F1 LM to feature HDK aerodynamic enhancements and is set to become one of our most sought-after supercars, with previous Le Mans editions of the 650S and 720S commanding a premium over standard models.' Pricing for the McLaren 750S Le Mans hasn't been shared by the brand, but if you haven't received a phone call to purchase the car already, then you've likely missed out. The standard McLaren 750S is priced from AUD$580,163 plus on-road costs in Australia.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
McLaren commemorates 30 years since Le Mans triumph with limited-run 750S Le Mans Supercar
MCLAREN Automotive has unveiled a special edition of its 750S supercar to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995. This exclusive model, dubbed the 750S Le Mans, marks both a tribute to the brand's motorsport legacy and its forthcoming return to the event's top-tier category in 2027. Only 50 units of this special edition will be produced, making it one of the rarest and most desirable McLaren series production cars to date. On June 18 1995, the McLaren F1 GTR bearing the number 59 secured an overall win at the world's most prestigious endurance race. Piloted by JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas, and Masanori Sekiya, the car led a fleet of McLarens that finished with three additional entries in the top five—an extraordinary debut for the marque at Le Mans. In a fitting tribute, two McLaren GT3 EVO race cars based on the 750S are set to contest the LMGT3 class at the 2025 edition of the race, just days before the anniversary. The design of the 750S Le Mans draws direct inspiration from the victorious F1 GTR. The car is available in Le Mans Grey—mirroring the original race car's livery—or McLaren Orange. A gloss black carbon fibre roof scoop and a set of 5-spoke LM wheels complete the exterior homage. Each car also comes equipped with the newly developed MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK), which includes a raised carbon fibre active rear spoiler with integrated endplates, a pronounced front bumper with an enlarged carbon splitter, and a rear wing, all of which collectively boost aerodynamic downforce by 10% over the standard 750S. Additional features such as gloss black louvres and a new under-wing panel enhance both form and function. Inside, owners can choose between two distinct interior configurations: Carbon Black with Dove Grey or Carbon Black with McLaren Orange, both upholstered in a mix of Alcantara and Jet Black softgrain leather. Le Mans branding is subtly integrated into the headrests, floor mats, and a bespoke plaque mounted inside each vehicle, reinforcing its limited-run status and historic significance. A wealth of exclusive features accompanies the 750S Le Mans, including F1 Gold brake callipers with red McLaren logos, centre wheel caps with bespoke colour detailing, and gloss black carbon fibre elements throughout the exterior. Buyers may also opt for a suite of additional customisations, ranging from carbon fibre visual packs covering intakes, spoilers, and diffusers to a track brake upgrade and a commemorative plaque listing McLaren's 1995 Le Mans win and other major motorsport achievements. Powering the 750S Le Mans is McLaren's M840T 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 750PS. The lightweight carbon fibre Monocage II structure, combined with the Proactive Chassis Control III suspension, ensures the car retains its position as the lightest and most agile in its segment. The addition of HDK components not only refines its dynamic capability but further aligns it with McLaren's track-focused ethos. With production limited to just 50 examples worldwide, the McLaren 750S Le Mans is set to become a collector's item and a powerful symbol of the brand's rich racing heritage and future ambitions.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
McLaren 750S Le Mans: Limited Supercar Marks 30-Year Win
MCLAREN Automotive has unveiled a special edition of its 750S supercar to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995. This exclusive model, dubbed the 750S Le Mans, marks both a tribute to the brand's motorsport legacy and its forthcoming return to the event's top-tier category in 2027. Only 50 units of this special edition will be produced, making it one of the rarest and most desirable McLaren series production cars to date. On June 18 1995, the McLaren F1 GTR bearing the number 59 secured an overall win at the world's most prestigious endurance race. Piloted by JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas, and Masanori Sekiya, the car led a fleet of McLarens that finished with three additional entries in the top five—an extraordinary debut for the marque at Le Mans. In a fitting tribute, two McLaren GT3 EVO race cars based on the 750S are set to contest the LMGT3 class at the 2025 edition of the race, just days before the anniversary. The design of the 750S Le Mans draws direct inspiration from the victorious F1 GTR. The car is available in Le Mans Grey—mirroring the original race car's livery—or McLaren Orange. A gloss black carbon fibre roof scoop and a set of 5-spoke LM wheels complete the exterior homage. Each car also comes equipped with the newly developed MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK), which includes a raised carbon fibre active rear spoiler with integrated endplates, a pronounced front bumper with an enlarged carbon splitter, and a rear wing, all of which collectively boost aerodynamic downforce by 10% over the standard 750S. Additional features such as gloss black louvres and a new under-wing panel enhance both form and function. Inside, owners can choose between two distinct interior configurations: Carbon Black with Dove Grey or Carbon Black with McLaren Orange, both upholstered in a mix of Alcantara and Jet Black softgrain leather. Le Mans branding is subtly integrated into the headrests, floor mats, and a bespoke plaque mounted inside each vehicle, reinforcing its limited-run status and historic significance. A wealth of exclusive features accompanies the 750S Le Mans, including F1 Gold brake callipers with red McLaren logos, centre wheel caps with bespoke colour detailing, and gloss black carbon fibre elements throughout the exterior. Buyers may also opt for a suite of additional customisations, ranging from carbon fibre visual packs covering intakes, spoilers, and diffusers to a track brake upgrade and a commemorative plaque listing McLaren's 1995 Le Mans win and other major motorsport achievements. Powering the 750S Le Mans is McLaren's M840T 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 750PS. The lightweight carbon fibre Monocage II structure, combined with the Proactive Chassis Control III suspension, ensures the car retains its position as the lightest and most agile in its segment. The addition of HDK components not only refines its dynamic capability but further aligns it with McLaren's track-focused ethos. With production limited to just 50 examples worldwide, the McLaren 750S Le Mans is set to become a collector's item and a powerful symbol of the brand's rich racing heritage and future ambitions.
Motor 1
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
McLaren Is Milking Its Le Mans History Again. But We're Here for It
Thirty years ago, McLaren won Le Mans on its debut, with JJ Lehto, Yannick Dalmas, and Masanori Sekiya piloting an F1 GTR to victory ahead of heavily favored protoypes. It helped seal the legend of the F1, and made McLaren the only constructor to win motorsport's triple crown, with victories at Le Mans, Monaco, and Indy. To commemorate, McLaren has created the 750S Le Mans, which has all kinds of neat details that reference the F1 GTR. McLaren will build 50 examples, each in one of two color options. The Le Mans Gray references the livery of the Uneo Clinic-sponsored car that won, while the McLaren Orange is painted in the company's traditional racing color. The car features a new High-Downforce Kit (HDK), which consists of a much larger splitter and a carbon-fiber wing out back. You also get roof scoop, and amazing five-spoke "LM" wheels that nod to the OZ Racing wheels used on the first F1 GTR race cars. The wheel center caps are red on one side of the car, and blue on the other, which is another race-car detail. Photo by: McLaren If you opt for the track brake upgrade kit, you get calipers in an anodized gold, like the Brembos on the original race car. Inside you can get black or gray trim with two different bucket seat options. The five-point harnesses are also blue, again, just like the GTR's, though we'll likely get regular old three-point belts here in the US. There are also plenty of options, most notably, a range of gloss carbon-fiber exterior components. This is actually McLaren's third Le Mans edition, with the company offering similar packages for the 650S and 720S. You could accuse McLaren of milking its history, but when the history is this good, why not? The F1 GTR is an icon among icons, and its victory in 1995 was the first for a debutant constructor in decades. It's also a feat that hasn't been repeated since. McLaren currently has GT3 cars racing at Le Mans, but it's making a comeback to the top class in 2027, with an LMDh prototype set to contest the World Endurance Championship. With any hope, that car could give McLaren another excuse to make a special edition. More on McLaren McLaren Will Make More Than Supercars The McLaren W1 Can Drive In Two Gears at Once Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
