Gordon Murray Essentially Resurrected the F1 GTR—And It's Perfect

The S1 LM is GMA's first ultra-low-volume special, built for a customer obsessed with the McLaren F1's win at Le Mans.

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By: Brian Silvestro

Aug 15, 2025 at 2:20pm ET

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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."

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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.

Photos by: Gordon Murray Automotive

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