A remarkable chapter in the relationship between simulation and reality, the McLaren Solus GT first appeared in 2017 not on a racetrack, but in the virtual world of the Gran Turismo Sport sim racing video game. McLaren soon brought this digital vision to life, creating a hyper-exclusive track car unbound by rules or regulations, a machine translated directly from fantasy into reality.

Limited to just 25 examples worldwide, the Solus GT is a testament to McLaren’s obsessive pursuit of performance, with every surface, intake, and channel engineered purely for function. The dramatic forward-sliding canopy reveals a central driving position reminiscent of a fighter jet, while sculpted wheel pods reduce turbulence and enhance high-speed precision. The vast front splitter channels air beneath the chassis into ground-effect tunnels that converge at the rear in an expansive diffuser, generating stability and downforce that exceeds the car’s own weight. Further refined through computational fluid dynamics and exhaustive wind-tunnel testing, the Solus GT’s silhouette is as visually striking as it is aerodynamically flawless.

A roof-mounted, race-bred intake feeds the naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V-10, an engine built with an array of specially engineered components, including individual throttle bodies for instantaneous response and gear-driven camshafts and ancillary systems that eliminate the need for belts or chains. The engine is then mounted directly to the carbon fiber monocoque, serving as a structural element that increases chassis rigidity and ensures that every nuance of feedback reaches the driver unabated. Power is delivered through a seven-speed sequential gearbox with straight-cut racing gears and a carbon fiber clutch governed by precision software, producing razor-sharp shifts and exceptional control.

Revving past 10,000 rpm, the masterful engine produces 829 horsepower in a machine weighing just over 2,200 pounds. Acceleration is ferocious—0 to 60 mph in roughly 2.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 200 mph—but the Solus GT’s true brilliance is felt rather than measured. Every shift and surge delivers a symphony of intoxicating sound, precise feedback, and pure adrenaline, creating an immersive driving experience unlike any other.

The 21st of only 25 examples constructed, this Solus GT was custom-ordered by the consignor with over $532,000 in optional equipment for a suggested retail price exceeding $3.7 million when new. Accompanying order documents confirm the inclusion of the Extended Running Kit—which alone added $90,000 to the price—along with air conditioning and an additional set of racing wheels and tires. Its carbon fiber monocoque is finished in a McLaren Special Order tri-color livery of Papaya Spark, F1 Blue, and gloss-lacquered exposed carbon fiber. Inside, the cabin is lined with satin-finished carbon fiber, Alcantara upholstery, and composite controls, all highlighted with black, blue, and McLaren orange accents that echo the car’s vibrant exterior. The central driving position offers a perfectly symmetrical view of the track, while its adjustable pedal box and steering wheel ensure ideal ergonomics. The car is accompanied by copies of its original order and purchase records.

The Solus GT is where imagination meets apex engineering, with every detail crafted to deliver a visceral, unforgettable experience reserved for the privileged few daring enough to climb behind the wheel.