Celebrating 10 Years of McLaren’s Longtail Legacy: A Tribute to Six Iconic Supercars
In 2025, McLaren Automotive marks a significant milestone in the world of supercars: the 10th anniversary of its first-ever LT (Longtail) model. Since the unveiling of the McLaren 675LT in March 2015 at the Geneva International Motor Show, the LT badge has symbolized the pinnacle of performance, exclusivity, and innovation in the automotive world. To celebrate this momentous occasion, McLaren is launching the ‘Celebrate LT’ program, a series of owner engagement activities and exclusive events that will run throughout 2025, providing an unforgettable experience for McLaren enthusiasts around the world.
A Legacy of Performance: The Birth of the McLaren LT
The LT nameplate was first introduced with the 675LT, a car that quickly became a legend in its own right. Based on McLaren’s 650S, the 675LT was engineered with racing-inspired dynamics, drawing inspiration from the McLaren F1 GTR ‘Longtail’ that famously triumphed in the 1997 Le Mans 24 Hours. With a focus on lightweight construction, optimized aerodynamics, and a boost in power, the 675LT became the embodiment of McLaren's commitment to pure, uncompromising driver engagement. Only a limited number of these cars were produced, making them an instant collectible and a testament to McLaren’s philosophy of performance.
The Evolution of the McLaren LT
Over the next decade, McLaren continued to refine and expand its LT line, with the 600LT, 765LT, and 765LT Spider all joining the exclusive club. Each new iteration pushed the boundaries of what a supercar could be, offering exceptional power, handling, and aerodynamics in a package designed to deliver an exhilarating driving experience.
The 600LT, introduced in 2018, took the baton from its predecessor and offered a more extreme version of the 570S. It was a car that took lightweight performance and aerodynamics to the next level, cementing McLaren’s reputation as a maker of some of the world’s most agile and powerful supercars.
The 765LT, launched in 2020, represented a leap forward in the Longtail philosophy. Both the coupe and the Spider versions of this car were celebrated for their track-ready dynamics, immense power, and lightweight engineering. As the ultimate expression of McLaren’s engineering prowess, the 765LT showcased the brand's relentless pursuit of performance excellence.
The ‘Celebrate LT’ Program: A Year of Exclusivity
As McLaren marks the 10th anniversary of its first LT model, the ‘Celebrate LT’ program promises to engage its loyal community of owners and enthusiasts. Throughout 2025, McLaren customers will have access to exclusive content produced from the brand’s Heritage Fleet, showcasing the evolution of the LT models and their unique place in automotive history.
This anniversary celebration will also feature events such as open days, owner meet-ups, and exclusive McLaren drive events hosted by McLaren retailers globally. These activities will allow owners and fans to connect with the McLaren brand and fellow enthusiasts, making the year-long celebration an unforgettable experience for all.
The McLaren LT: A Statement of Intent
Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, Chief Commercial Officer of McLaren Automotive, eloquently sums up the LT's appeal: “For a decade, LT has embodied the pure, uncompromising performance that defines the very essence of McLaren. Relentlessly focused on delivering true driver engagement, every LT pushes the boundaries of weight reduction, aerodynamics, and power, to create an experience that is as thrilling as it is visceral. Loved by the most passionate McLaren drivers, LT is more than just a name - it’s a statement of intent for those who demand the purest expression of performance.”
As McLaren continues to celebrate the LT legacy in 2025, it’s clear that these six supercars—the 675LT, 600LT, 765LT, 765LT Spider, and their predecessors—will remain icons in the automotive world, beloved by those who seek performance at its very peak.
McLaren in Dubai: Where Iconic Supercars Meet the Streets
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