McLaren Artura 1000GP by MSO celebrates team's 1000th F1 Grand Prix start
Limited to 10 cars, the special edition Artura features a livery inspired by the MCL40 race car driven by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the Monaco Grand Prix.
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What Happened
McLaren Automotive has unveiled the Artura 1000GP by MSO, a limited-edition supercar celebrating McLaren Racing's 1,000th Formula 1 Grand Prix start at the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix. Only 10 client cars will be produced, each featuring a bespoke livery inspired by the MCL40 race car driven by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
“Racing and road cars have always been shaped by the same mindset at McLaren, and the McLaren Artura 1000GP by MSO celebrates that shared foundation. It reflects the environment Bruce created - an environment built on collective ambition, engineering excellence and a unified approach to progress. Through this shared purpose, our teams continue to craft vehicles that carry his spirit forward. The Mc”
- 1000GP graphic on bonnet, lower body sides and wing mirror casings
- Contrasting pinstripe on front splitter and rear diffuser inspired by heritage liveries
- Metallic papaya dedication plaque inside
McLaren Racing, founded by Bruce McLaren in 1963, is only the second team to reach 1,000 Grand Prix starts. In that time, the team has secured 10 Constructors' World Championship titles and more than 200 race wins. This special Artura pays tribute to every race and the teamwork behind it.
Why this matters
The Artura 1000GP by MSO represents a unique intersection of McLaren's road car division and its racing heritage, offering collectors a tangible connection to a historic milestone in Formula 1.
Terms in This Story
- MSO
- McLaren Special Operations, the division responsible for bespoke customization and limited-edition models.
- Livery
- The paint scheme or design applied to a vehicle, often used in motorsport to identify teams.
- Papaya
- The distinctive orange color that has been McLaren's racing color since the 1960s.
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