The McMurtry Sp\u00e9irling continues to defy expectations. After its awe-inspiring run at the Festival of Speed, the revolutionary hyper-track car sets its sights on Europe. Priced at a staggering \u00a3895k (plus taxes), the Sp\u00e9irling PURE is a force to be reckoned with, and McMurtry is wasting no time showcasing its prowess.<\/p>\n
In its European debut earlier this month, the Sp\u00e9irling casually shattered the closed-wheel lap record at Hockenheim. While “casual” might be a slight overstatement for Max Chilton’s blistering lap at a major dealer track day, it’s important to remember this was just the car flexing at 75% power. McMurtry<\/a> is still conducting a “test and validation” program, pushing the Sp\u00e9irling on new circuits and in varying climates.<\/p>\n The results speak for themselves. The Sp\u00e9irling’s 1:24.43 lap time on the 2.8-mile Hockenheim F1 circuit is a staggering 14.1 seconds faster than the 2022 Mercedes-AMG<\/a> One. McMurtry claims the lap is also 3.9 seconds quicker than the 2020 DTM qualifying time, solidifying the Sp\u00e9irling’s closed-wheel dominance.<\/p>\n The onboard video is a must-watch. The single-seat Sp\u00e9irling PURE boasts a monstrous 1,000 horsepower (746 kW) electric powertrain and a game-changing “downforce-on-demand system.” This essentially translates to a 2,000kg suction fan, explaining the car’s otherworldly cornering ability. Tipping the scales at under 1,000kg, the Sp\u00e9irling is no slouch on straights either.<\/p>\n European tracks, beware. The McMurtry Sp\u00e9irling is here, and it’s rewriting the rulebook. Only 100 units will be made and the plan is to start deliveries to customers in 2025.<\/p>\n