2026 Gordon Murray S1 LM

• Only five customer cars will be built by Gordon Murray Special Vehicles.

• Powered by a bespoke 4.3-litre naturally aspirated V12 delivering over 700 PS and revving to 12,100 rpm.

• Marks the public launch of Gordon Murray Special Vehicles, a division for ultra-low volume and heritage-inspired projects.

Monterey Reveal Sets the Tone

Monterey Car Week 2025 is no stranger to rare metal, but Gordon Murray’s S1 LM stood apart. Presented as the first commission under the new Gordon Murray Special Vehicles (GMSV) banner, the car isn’t a production model in the usual sense. It is the opening statement of a new chapter.

Where Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) is tasked with producing cars like the T.50 and T.33 in extremely limited numbers, GMSV takes things a step further. Its remit: one-off and ultra-low volume projects, often rooted in heritage and created around the vision of individual clients.

The S1 LM fits that role perfectly.

Design Anchored in Le Mans Heritage

The “S1” moniker stands for “Special One,” and there’s no mistaking the inspiration. The car pays tribute to Murray’s McLaren F1 GTR longtail that claimed victory at Le Mans in 1995.

Visually, the Gordon Murray S1 LM strikes a balance between endurance racer aggression and refined proportion. The roofline has been dropped, surfaces completely reworked in carbon fibre, and aero reshaped with a new splitter, diffuser, and twin-element rear wing.

It’s not about visual theatrics. As Murray himself put it:

“I never want us to join the race to make the most outrageous looking supercar at the expense of balance, beauty, and proportion. Look at the result, the car is timeless and beautiful.”

The message is clear: the Gordon Murray S1 LM is built to endure beyond trends.

Engineered Around a Bespoke V12

At its heart sits a 4.3-litre naturally aspirated V12, a unit designed specifically for this car. It develops over 700 PS (515 kW) and revs to a stratospheric 12,100 rpm.

Several engineering details set it apart:

• Increased displacement and lightweight internals compared to other Murray-developed V12s.
• A bespoke Inconel exhaust system wrapped in 18-karat gold foil heat shielding.
• Four central exhaust outlets, a nod to the 1995 race car.

The gearbox is a manual, developed by blending the T.50s casing with unique internals, while the suspension has been fully revised with new geometry, lower ride height, and custom damper tuning. Engine mounts are solid, sharpening response in line with Murray’s lightweight-first philosophy.

Inside the Cockpit

Step inside, and the central driving position — a Murray signature — defines the experience. The cockpit is minimalist, drawing influence from motorsport. Exposed engineering elements are celebrated rather than hidden, and each car will feature custom trim work to reflect its owner’s preferences.

It is less a luxury space and more a functional, immersive environment. Exactly as Murray intended.

Exclusivity at the Core

Only five road-legal cars will leave the GMSV facility, all bespoke builds, all spoken for. Deliveries will begin in 2026. Pricing remains undisclosed, though given the brand’s philosophy and the scale of craftsmanship involved, cost is almost secondary.

Where GMA cars are built in dozens, the S1 LM is a handful. Each one will be closer to a commission than a model.

Technical Specification

Performance

• Engine: 4.3 L naturally aspirated V12
• Power: Over 690 hp (approximately 515 kW)
• Redline: 12,100 rpm

Body Measurements

• Length: 4,450 mm (approximately 175 in)
• Width: 1,910 mm (approximately 75 in)
• Height: 1,180 mm (approximately 46 in)

Powertrain

• Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
• Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox
• Special Features: Custom Inconel exhaust with 18-karat gold foil shielding

Capacities & Features

• Suspension: Lighter, stiffer setup compared to the T.50 with revised geometry
• Aero: Roof-mounted intake, centrally-mounted quad exhaust, split rear wing, plus front splitter and large rear diffuser
• Chassis: Derived from T.50 platform, with new bespoke components

Price / Cost

• Production count: Five units, built as bespoke commissions

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