Gordon Murray S1 LM Sets New Auction Record at $20.63 Million
RM Sotheby’s auctioned off the first Gordon Murray Special Vehicles S1 LM, fetching a record-breaking $20.63 million during the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix Weekend. This sale surpasses previous records and establishes the S1 LM as the most expensive new car sold at auction.Key TakeawaysThe S1 LM is the first of five units to be built, with this being the highest publicly verified sale for a brand-new supercar.The car was flown over Las Vegas by helicopter during live bidding, creating an unprecedented spectacle and capturing global attention.Shelby Myers from RM Sotheby’s highlights the S1 LM's significance in modern automotive collecting due to its direct connection to Gordon Murray and his vision for a bespoke supercar without production constraints.The S1 LM, inspired by the...