Ultra-rare McLaren with ‘incredibly complex’ design goes on sale for eye-watering sum – & is just one of 4 in existence
AN ultra-rare McLaren supercar with just 1,000 miles on the clock is set to go up for sale at a massive price.
The remarkable motor was originally believed to be a one-off snapped up by a billionaire.
Back in 2018, McLaren handed over its P1 hybrid hypercar to British restoration and performance brand Lanzante to be converted into Grand Tourer (GT) specs.
The newly-minted Lanzante McLaren P1 GT first appeared as a show car at Goodwood, generating a fair bit of buzz for its sleek design and off-the-chart figures.
At the time, it was believed that only one was ever made and subsequently bought by a mysterious, uber-wealthy collector in the Middle East.
But it has since emerged that three more P1 GTs actually rolled out of Lanzante’s Petersfield workshop.
One of the cars – the one shown off at Goodwood in fact – is now ready to go up for sale.
According to the listing, almost every carbon fibre panel was custom-made for the model, with only the bonnet and doors carried over from the original.
This example features striking “XP Green” paintwork and a “humongous” rear wing to provide huge downforce.
Coupled with a deep scoop on the bonnet, the aerodynamics of the model are more comparable to an F1 car.
The “incredibly complex” design allows the P1 GT to retain its classic McLaren styling while generating immense power and agility.
Inside, there are refreshed part-tan leather seats complimented by a luxurious, leather-trimmed dash.
The listing adds: “The front was completely overhauled with a larger splitter, bespoke carbon fibre canards and louvres over the wheel arches, while wider skirts run down either side of the cockpit.
“It closely resembles the spec of McLaren’s own F1 GT.
“And while the car first appeared with the P1 GTR’s multi-spoke rims, it’s now wearing a set of five spokes that better resemble those of the F1 GT.”
However, the price is likely to be just as large as the new rear wing.
The exact figure can only be discovered by calling the seller directly.
But for reference, Lanzante’s previous GTR conversion cost £2 million and this car was rumoured to add at least an extra £500,000 in 2018.
Since then it has, no doubt, appreciated significantly and, given how rare it is, it could be nearer the £3 million mark.