The new McMurtry Spéirling PURE VP1 is accumulating mileage in the UK during private test sessions.
Here is what it looks like in action:
The main components accumulating testing mileage are:
- New E-axle to deliver up to 190mph top speed
- A more efficient and totally unique fan downforce system
- 60mm wider Michelin tyres and associated suspension tuning
- Revised battery and cooling system for fast charging
Max Chilton, Development Driver, McMurtry Automotive said “ The attention to detail on the Spéirling PURE VP1 is another step up. This translates into the driving experience. Whether it’s hot, cold, wet or dry this car delivers a level of usable outright performance which amazes me every drive. Our clients are getting something very special.”
Thomas Yates, Managing Director, McMurtry Automotive “This test programme is key for delivering a fast, reliable and fun car to our customers. The Spéirling PURE VP1 is utterly breath taking and is setting a new standard of performance for track drivers.”
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Editors Notes: About the Spéirling PURE – Customer version of the record-breaking Goodwood fan car:
- Downforce-on-demand delivers downforce at all speeds,
with 3G cornering - 0-60 mph in under 1.5 seconds
- Top speed 190 mph
- 1000 bhp
- Bespoke 60kWh battery utilising Molicel cells
- Twin motor, rear-wheel drive
- 1-tonne vehicle weight
- Carbon fibre monocoque: single seat, closed cockpit layout
- Engineered and built in Britain by a team with F1 and high-performance automotive backgrounds
Spéirling PURE track car objectives
- To bring back legendary fan car technology
- To restore passion for small and lightweight cars
- To make record breaking performance accessible to track driving enthusiasts.
McMurtry Company Objectives
- McMurtry’s ambition is to become one of the world’s most prestigious and long-standing automotive brands, founded on motorsport innovation.
- Inspired by legends of the past, we champion small and lightweight.
- We proudly showcase British innovation and engineering design.