Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) has revealed its new S1 supercar at the 2026 Monterey Car Week. Limited to just 64 units globally, the model serves as a modern-day tribute to Murray’s seminal McLaren F1 road car, delivering a touring-focused package defined by a naturally aspirated V12, a manual gearbox, and an iconic three-seat layout.
The S1 is a direct evolution of last year’s ultra-exclusive, track-focused S1 LM (which was limited to just five units). To reframe the S1 for the street, GMA stripped away the aggressive fixed rear wing, prominent front splitter, and deep side skirts. Instead, the completely rebodied carbon-fibre exterior adopts a cleaner silhouette that relies on an active rear aerodynamic system and mechanical grip, rather than generating extreme downforce.
At the heart of the S1 sits a bespoke 4.2-litre naturally-aspirated Cosworth V12, producing 690PS (508kW) and capable of revving to a staggering 12,100rpm. For the S1, engine tuning was revised to make 80 per cent of its peak torque available from just 2500rpm for effortless grand touring.
Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels via a tactile six-speed manual transmission. The suspension architecture has also been recalibrated for public roads, gaining a 10mm lift in ride height and more compliant damping.
Inside the cabin, the S1 retains Gordon Murray’s signature central driving position, flanked by two slightly recessed passenger seats. A nod to everyday usability, the Lexan race windows of the LM variant have been replaced by conventional drop-down glass integrated into the dihedral doors, while the driver gains selectable power steering assistance for relaxed cruising.
While Gordon Murray Automotive has kept the exact pricing structure undisclosed – though it is virtually guaranteed to stretch into the multi-million dollar bracket – the brand confirmed that all 64 examples of the S1 have already been sold to existing clients.
