McLaren Special Operations produces limited edition MSO Collection 570GT

A limited number of bespoke McLaren 570GT models will this month become available to a fortunate few McLaren buyers in the U.K. and Europe. Commissioned from McLaren Special Operations as an MSO Collection, the six cars are finished in McLaren historic XP Green exterior paint - the same colour as the famous F1 XP GT Longtail homologation model built in 1997.

The Saddle Tan leather interior additionally features green leather inserts in the seats and green contrast stitching, as well as a dedication plaque mounted on the centre tunnel beneath the infotainment screen, identifying each car as one of six in the Collection.

The McLaren 570GT is the most luxurious and refined Sports Series model, providing long-distance comfort and increased versatility while retaining a thrilling driving experience. Subtly visually different from the 570S Coupe, its classic GT lines sweep down into a side-opening rear glass hatch to provide an additional 220 litres of storage on the leather-lined touring deck, as well as an instantly recognisable identity.

Chassis settings deliver the additional comfort expected from a car designed for touring, with spring rate stiffness reduced by 15 percent at the front and 10 percent at the rear, compared to the 570S Coupe. The 570GT remains a serious sports car, with its 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged McLaren V8 engine producing the same outstanding 562bhp and 600Nm as the Coupe, and the performance to match.

The inspiration for the MSO colour and trim enhancements on the six 570GT models in the Collection is a combination of traditional British automotive hues and a special car from McLaren's own history - the F1 XP GT. Although conceived as a road car, the McLaren F1 enjoyed significant motorsport success, including victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995 on its first attempt. This meant that further track competition beckoned and to keep pace with dedicated racing opposition, a Longtail GT race car was developed.

The F1 XP GT, instantly recognisable by the extended rear bodywork and distinctive colour, was the original road-going prototype built to satisfy the homologation requirements of motorsport governing body, the FIA. The car's deep bottle green paint finish, cherished as XP Green in McLaren Special Operation's historic paint palette, is now reserved for bespoke commissions.