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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Gordon Murray Automotive to Launch ‘Special Vehicles' Division Tomorrow
Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) will debut its new 'Special Vehicles' division at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, on August 15, unveiling two bespoke supercars as part of its Monterey Car Week showcase. The new branch, officially titled Gordon Murray Special Vehicles, is described by the company as 'where engineering art meets beauty,' signaling a focus on highly exclusive, design-driven projects. While GMA has not confirmed specifics, industry speculation suggests that one of the debut cars will be a reimagined version of the company's acclaimed T.50 supercar. Daily Driven Collectibles: The Best Upgrades That Don't Hurt Resale Introduced in 2020, the T.50 quickly gained notoriety for its lightweight engineering, naturally aspirated V12 engine, and distinctive rear-mounted 40 mm fan designed to enhance aerodynamic performance. The rumored Special Vehicles variant is said to forgo that signature fan, adopting a revised aero package that would alter the car's appearance and handling characteristics. 10 Must-Have Tools and Gear for the Modern Car Collector (Amazon Edition) Such a change could mark a departure from the radical fan-assisted downforce system Gordon Murray popularized, offering instead a more conventional aerodynamic profile while retaining the T.50's purist driving ethos. This approach may appeal to collectors and drivers seeking the performance and engineering of the T.50 in a slightly more understated configuration. GMA has positioned the Special Vehicles division as a platform for limited-run, highly customized models — cars likely aimed at clients who value rarity and artistic design as much as speed. The second car set for reveal remains under wraps, though both are expected to embody the lightweight, driver-focused philosophy that has defined Murray's career. Monterey Car Week has become a global stage for manufacturers to debut their most exclusive creations, and GMA's move signals its intention to compete directly in that ultra-premium space. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Motor 1
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Gordon Murray Essentially Resurrected the F1 GTR—And It's Perfect
Gordon Murray Automotive is getting into the business of ultra-low-volume specials. A growing trend in the ultra-exotic space, the S1 LM is the first product, alongside the Le Mans GTR, to emerge from the company's "Special Vehicles" subsidiary, and just about the coolest thing to come from Monterey Car Week. Based on the bones of the T.50, GMA describes the S1 LM as having "a hardcore track-first set-up" that "pays homage to the ageless beauty of Murray's original Le Mans-winning design." Photo by: Gordon Murray Automotive The S1 LM reimagines several of the Le Mans-winning F1 GTR's design elements, like the roof-mounted intake and a centrally mounted quad exhaust, while adding items such as a split rear wing. From some angles, it looks identical to the car that took victory 30 years ago. The S1 LM is a track car first, according to GMA, with a new, stiffer suspension and a solidly mounted engine. The sizable splitter, paired with that wing and a large diffuser, promises real downforce. Like all GMA road cars, the S1 LM will have a naturally aspirated V-12 and a six-speed manual transmission. This one's been punched up to 4.3 liters, with the company estimating a power output of over 690 horsepower. GMA plans to build just five examples of the S1 LM, with all five going to a single client "for an undisclosed price." We wouldn't be surprised to see if someone is trying to start their own miniature racing series with their friends. Hell, that's what I'd do if I had that kind of money. Deliveries are set to begin in 2026. Of course, it won't be the last few off from the brand. Photo by: Gordon Murray Automotive Photo by: Gordon Murray Automotive Photo by: Gordon Murray Automotive 'The Gordon Murray Group has driving perfection, lightweight, engineering art, and exclusivity at the core of all it does," CEO Phil Lee said in a statement. "GMSV allows us to explore these core trends, fuelled by the enthusiasm and imagination of our customers. We are already working on more models and look forward to partnering with the world's most passionate driving enthusiasts to create more automotive works of art." 26 Source: Gordon Murray Automotive More From Gordon Murray Gordon Murray Is Developing a New Lightweight Platform for EVs Have a Bunch of Money? Gordon Murray Will Build You a Custom Car 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 ( )
Top Gear
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Gordon Murray's new Le Mans GTR is a love letter to longtails
First Look First model from GM Special Vehicles is a T.50/T.50S-based homage to iconic longtail racers from the past Skip 8 photos in the image carousel and continue reading What if Gordon Murray took his incredible T.50 and T.50S platform as a starting point and then built his ultimate (road-legal) homage to longtail racecars around it? Well wonder no more, because the new GMSV Le Mans GTR has been revealed… and we're suddenly a little short of breath. It's the first of two, simultaneously-revealed, projects from the newly formed Gordon Murray Special Vehicles – the other being the S1 LM you can read about here. But this is the first under the 'SV Design' pillar, which focuses on ultra-low volume runs based on GMA production cars. There will only be 24 of these built, one for every hour of some race in France, and they're all sold out. Sorry about that. Advertisement - Page continues below The fundamentals are a blend of T.50 and T.50S, so it's a three-seater, six-speed manual and the engine is the T.50's 654bhp, 4.0-litre, 12,100rpm V12, which let's face it, is a handy place to begin. Beyond that it's all new. The bodywork is inspired not just by Gordon's own F1 GTR longtail racecar – built for the 1997 season when it won its class but came second overall at Le Mans – but longtail legends like the Porsche 917 and Alfa Tipo 33/3. 'Longtail racing cars perfectly combine aerodynamic benefit and aesthetic balance, I've always loved their mix of considered engineering and flowing design,' said Gordon, and who are we to argue. You might like The exterior lines have an organic flow to them, much like T.50 and T.33, but are sharpened up with more obvious aero appendages. If we had to position this in terms of road vs track focus, it sits somewhere between T.50 and T.50S. The vertical stacked lights give mild McLaren Senna vibes, the roof scoop is present and correct and the deep, full-width carbon rear wing is a thing of beauty. You'll note there's no fan at the rear – not needed here apparently as the elongated tail allows the top surface to taper down toward the rising underside, which offers all the aero efficiency and stability required. The model we saw was without an interior, but renderings show the target is a more minimalist and focused feel than T.50… if that's possible, with all-new dials and switchgear. Price? Not disclosed, but many millions, as is the norm now for these low-volume unicorns. Those lucky 24 owners can pick a spec to match their favourite longtail racer, or simply go wild with colour and trim. We'll take ours in any colour we can get it. Advertisement - Page continues below Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
Top Gear
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
The McLaren F1 GTR has returned! Meet Gordon Murray's stunning new S1 LM
First Look Nineties Le Mans-winning icon resurrected as T.50-based modern homage Skip 14 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Nope, you haven't just fallen into some space-time continuum wormhole, it's still 2025 – 30 years on from Gordon Murray's historic Le Mans win in the F1 GTR. What you're looking at is the S1 LM - a road-legal, GMA T.50 and T.50s-based, F1 GTR homage built by Gordon Murray for one very special customer. We'll let that sink in for a bit, give you time to browse the pics, because as launches go, a tribute to one of our favourite race cars, based on the underpinning of one of our favourite ever supercars, is a bit of a mic drop moment. Advertisement - Page continues below First, a history lesson. Gordon Murray never designed the F1 to go racing, but a few wealthy customers convinced him and McLaren boss Ron Dennis otherwise. Time only allowed for minimal modifications to be made, but the F1 GTR duly romped home 1st, 3rd, 4th and 5th on its debut at the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans – and a legend was born. To celebrate, McLaren created five GTR-aping LM road cars, but with the added bonus of a more powerful V12 than was in either the race car or standard road car. Over the years, other F1 road cars have been treated to the lookalike high downforce kit, while a special few also got the unrestricted race engine… so it's clear where the mood board came from here. You might like The S1 LM is one of two new cars from a newly minted company - GMSV (Gordon Murray Special Vehicles) – the other being the Le Mans GTR. GMSV's purpose is to bring the imagination of Gordon's team, and their most loyal and enthusiastic customers, to life. It will build rare and special supercars under three pillars: Heritage - continuation or reimagined models from Gordon's back catalogue; Bespoke - 1 of 1 customer commissions such as this S1 LM; SV design - ultra low-volume specials based on GMA production cars, of which the Le Mans GTR is the first. Back to the S1 LM (Special vehicle 1, Le Mans) - only five will be built, all going to the same customer who has a healthy obsession (like most of us) with Gordon's 1995 Le Mans winning F1 GTR, and worked with the GMA team and his own designer to create a road-legal, modern interpretation of his all-time hero. The underpinnings are a greatest hits of T.50 and T.50s - the panels, for example, are made from the same, slightly lighter material as T.50s, but the three-seater layout and six-speed manual are T.50. Advertisement - Page continues below Skip 7 photos in the image carousel and continue reading The V12 engine is another story entirely. The 'standard', naturally-aspirated 4.0-litre V12 was sent back to Cosworth for some fettling and returned as a 4.3-litre with a bigger bore featuring lighter internals, so it still revs to over 12,000rpm and now produces 'over 700bhp'. Our ears are bleeding just thinking about it. The suspension is lighter and stiffer than T.50 and the engine solid mounted for even sharper handling response, but without a catastrophic effect on refinement, says GMSV. After all, this is designed to be a useable road car, not a track-day special. The exterior is a blend of direct references to the F1 GTR fused with modern twists. Like the headlights – slim openings for a futuristic look, with cut-out surrounds that reference the original, larger lamps. There's the bridge wing in the front clam, lozenge-shaped vents on the front wheel arch, five-spoke wheels, a roof scoop, sharp angles and intakes in the side profile… all lifted and reinterpreted from the OG. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. But the rear steals the show. The fixed wing is a dead ringer (albeit with dual planes now for more downforce), the four round taillights, complete with new neon sunset slats are just perfect, as is the badging and Inconel quad exhausts. Again, the show car we saw only had a partial interior, but the focus inside, as you can see in the renderings, is to lean into Gordon's founding principles of lightweight and engineering art... and have a bit of fun with the ear defenders, tartan seats and wooden shifter. No word on price (if you have to ask etc) but the first one should be delivered next year. Apparently, GMSV is already working on the next batch of specials. So, what would you like to see next?
Car and Driver
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
View Photos of Gordon Murray Special Vehicles Supercars
Read the full story Gordon Murray Special Vehicles is a new spin-off of Gordon Murray Automotive, which builds the engaging, V-12-powered, manual-transmission T.50 supercar, and the new division, focused on even more bespoke supercars, unveiled its first two projects at The Quail during 2025 Monterey Car Week.
