Gordon Murray Special Vehicles has announced that the S1 LM supercar (Chassis #1) sold for $20,630,000 (almost £16 million) at auction in Las Vegas on 21 November.
The British driver-centric supercar brand confirmed that the record-breaking sale of the final chassis from its ultra-exclusive five-car production run set a new benchmark as the most expensive new car ever sold at auction (excluding charitable sales).
The dramatic helicopter arrival of the S1 LM set the tone for an unforgettable evening at the amfAR charity’s Gala Dinner, which took place in partnership with the Las Vegas Formula One Grand Prix.
Flying into the event suspended beneath a helicopter, the S1 LM descended into the Wynn Las Vegas venue in a theatrical display befitting its status as the “Special One”.
The auction itself saw fierce bidding unfold between collectors present at the gala and remote bidders around the globe, culminating in a record-breaking hammer price that will resonate across the luxury and automotive worlds.
The most special customer journey
GMSV says the winning bidder now embarks on “an experience unlike any other”. Beyond ownership of the rare and “timelessly beautiful” supercar, they will enjoy:
- Personal specification sessions with Professor Gordon Murray CBE, shaping every detail of their bespoke S1 LM
- Development drives alongside four-time IndyCar champion and three-time Indy 500 winner Dario Franchitti, contributing feedback to optimise performance
- Exclusive access to the GMSV team, including participation in final vehicle development
- The opportunity to contribute to the artistry and engineering behind the special car
This customer journey is complemented by a unique 500-page monograph chronicling the S1 LM’s creation, including original sketches and notes from Gordon Murray’s own design notebook.
Professor Gordon Murray, CBE, said: “This world record auction result is a defining moment for our entire team and for the automotive world.
“The S1 LM represents everything I have learned in six decades of design – a pure expression of driving perfection, engineering art, and a true return to beauty. To see it achieve this scale of appreciation is truly humbling.”
‘The Special One’
With a name that recalls Gordon Murray’s legendary McLaren F1 LM, the S1 LM is the first and most exclusive creation from Gordon Murray Special Vehicles. Just five examples will be built, each a masterpiece of lightweight engineering and timeless design. Highlights include:
- Iconic styling celebrating the 1995 Le Mans-winning McLaren F1 GTR
- Bespoke 4.3-litre V12 engine producing 720 PS at 12,100 rpm
- Newly optimised six-speed manual gearbox and race-inspired, road-perfected suspension
- All-new body constructed from ultra-lightweight carbon fibre panels
- Naked Polish Carbon Fibre interior featuring unique artistic detailing
Every element of the S1 LM embodies Gordon Murray’s seven principles: Driving Perfection, Lightweight, Engineering Art, A Return to Beauty, Exclusivity, and The Customer Journey.
The GMSV S1 LM was unveiled in August 2025 during Monterey Car Week, where it was announced that all five supercars were purchased by a single individual. Beyond the historic Las Vegas auction, details around ownership of the remaining four chassis have not been disclosed.
