McLaren 570S GT4 (2016–2023)
The 570S GT4 is McLaren's customer GT4 racer, built on the carbon MonoCell II tub of the 570S road car. It raced from 2016 and won titles in Europe and North America. SRO homologation ended in December 2024, so most cars now go to club racing, national series and track days.
History
McLaren revealed the 570S GT4 in March 2016 as a track-only version of its Sports Series road car 1. It was developed by McLaren GT with the specialist CRS GT 1. The car kept the road car's 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 and seven-speed gearbox. Changes included a fixed rear wing, a bigger splitter, an extra front radiator and Penske dampers 1. It was the first GT4 car built around a carbon fibre tub 1.
The 2016 season was a development year in British GT with Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse, which won two GT4 races 114. Customer cars followed for 2017 at £159,900 ex works 1. McLaren ended its contract with CRS in 2017. A High Court ruling in November 2018 let McLaren support 570S GT4 customers through its own motorsport retailer network 2.
McLaren then announced an update kit for 2019 aimed at reliability and lower maintenance, not performance 3. SRO rules ban evo kits in GT4, so the car kept its original homologation 3. For 2020 the price rose to £180,000 with a quick-release steering wheel included 4. An optional endurance brake kit was homologated from 1 March 2020 4. A £600 Sprint power upgrade raised output to 540 PS for use outside homologated racing 5.
In 2019 customer teams scored 140 podiums and three series titles 5. McLaren also built the road-legal 620R from the GT4 car, limited to 350 units 16. The Artura GT4 took over as McLaren's GT4 car with homologation from June 2022 7. The 570S GT4 homologation expired on 31 December 2024 7. Cars still race in club and national events and appear often at track days 811.
Palmarès
In its 2016 development season the car won two British GT4 races for Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse, including Donington 14. McLaren reported eight titles, 44 wins and 96 podiums for customer cars in the first full season 6. In 2019 teams scored 140 podiums and three titles, in North America, the UK and Scandinavia 5. One of those was the GT4 Scandinavia Pro-Am title for ALFAB Racing 15. Balfe Motorsport led a one-two in the 2019 Gulf 12 Hours 5. The racingsportscars database lists 20 overall wins and 42 class wins between 2016 and 2026 17. A former Team Rocket RJN car won the 2024 GT Cup with Jolt Racing 11.
What to check before you buy
Confirm the chassis number and the original McLaren Customer Racing identification plates: Dealers quote chassis numbers and plates; they tie the car to its race history and parts records. Ask for the component life sheets for engine, gearbox and safety parts: Some cars have no normal service book, only component life sheets. Ask whether the 2019 update kit and the 2020 endurance brake kit are fitted: The update kit addressed reliability; the brake kit was optional and could be retrofitted. Check the date labels on the fuel cell and seat: Expired items stop the car entering FIA-based GT4 events until replaced. Inspect turbochargers and exhaust manifolds for cracks or repair welds: At least one car needed turbo and manifold welding. Look under the car for floor and splitter abrasion: A 2023 auction car showed underside abrasions and a replaced windscreen. Ask for a recent McLaren inspection report: One car sold in 2024 came with a McLaren inspection from October 2024. Confirm the target series still accepts the car: SRO homologation GT4-030 expired on 31 December 2024; club rules vary.
Versions and evolutions
| Version | Years | What changed | How to identify |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 development car | 2016 | Pre-homologation car raced in British GT by Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse as a public development programme. 1 | Ecurie Ecosse history; ask for chassis number and race record before buying. |
| Customer car (launch spec) | 2017–2018 | Standard GT4 build sold at £159,900 ex works, eligible for GT4 championships from 2017. 1 | Build date on McLaren Customer Racing plates; quick-release wheel was an option at this point. |
| 2019 update kit | 2019 | Low-cost kit targeting reliability and maintenance, with no performance change. Detailed parts list not published. 3 | Ask the seller or a McLaren motorsport retailer whether the kit was fitted to the chassis. |
| 2020 specification | 2020 onwards | Price £180,000 with quick-release steering wheel included. Optional endurance brake kit with six-piston front calipers, new uprights, uprated discs and pads. 4 | Six-piston front calipers and the bespoke uprights; kit could also be retrofitted to older cars. |
| Sprint Power Upgrade | 2020 onwards | £600 software option raising output to 540 PS, for use outside homologated racing. 5 | Ask which engine map is loaded; some sales list a Sprint ECU. |
Known issues
- Early-car reliability items — McLaren built a 2019 update kit after customers cited reliability and maintenance issues. The exact parts were not published. 3
- Brake wear in long races — One endurance team changes discs during a 12-hour race. McLaren added an endurance brake kit in 2020 to cut degradation. 4
- Sensitive electronics — Equipe Verschuur retired from a 2020 24H Series race with electrical faults too complex to fix in the pits. 6
- Heat in endurance use — Team drivers name overheating, not pace, as the main concern in long races. 6
- Turbocharger and manifold cracking — One US car had its turbochargers and manifolds welded during a December 2020 service. 10
- Suspension damage from kerbs — Endurance team reports suspension problems after kerb strikes. 6
- Expired safety equipment — A 2017 car offered in 2026 needed a new fuel cell and seat for current FIA GT4 eligibility. 8
Checklist before you buy
- Confirm the chassis number and the original McLaren Customer Racing identification plates. — Dealers quote chassis numbers and plates; they tie the car to its race history and parts records. 12
- Ask for the component life sheets for engine, gearbox and safety parts. — Some cars have no normal service book, only component life sheets. 8
- Ask whether the 2019 update kit and the 2020 endurance brake kit are fitted. — The update kit addressed reliability; the brake kit was optional and could be retrofitted. 4
- Check the date labels on the fuel cell and seat. — Expired items stop the car entering FIA-based GT4 events until replaced. 8
- Inspect turbochargers and exhaust manifolds for cracks or repair welds. — At least one car needed turbo and manifold welding. 10
- Look under the car for floor and splitter abrasion. — A 2023 auction car showed underside abrasions and a replaced windscreen. 10
- Ask for a recent McLaren inspection report. — One car sold in 2024 came with a McLaren inspection from October 2024. 11
- Confirm the target series still accepts the car. — SRO homologation GT4-030 expired on 31 December 2024; club rules vary. 7
Running costs 6
| Rebuild interval | Not published by McLaren. One endurance team reports more than 20,000 km on one engine. |
|---|---|
| Typical rebuild cost | unknown |
| Consumables | Pirelli slicks on 18-inch wheels; brake discs may need changing within a 12-hour race. |
| Spares availability | Since the 2018 court ruling, McLaren supports 570S GT4 customers through its global motorsport retailer network 2. |
Where it races today
- SRO GT4 (GT4 European Series, national GT4 championships) · GT4 — Homologation RACB GT4-030 ran from 16 April 2016 to 31 December 2024; no extension found. 7
- FIA-based GT4 events · GT4 — Older cars may need a new fuel cell and seat before entry. 8
- GT Cup Championship (UK) · GT4 class — A 570S GT4 won the 2024 GT Cup; check current rules for post-2024 entry. 11
- Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship (Australia) · Production Sports Racing Cars — A sprint-tuned car ran in this category in 2021. 13
- Track days and HPDE · n/a — Several cars sold at auction were used for track days and HPDE events. 10
Market prices
- New, launch spec, ex works: 159,900 GBP (2016-03) 1
- New, 2020 spec, ex works: 180,000 GBP (2020-02) 4
- Bring a Trailer, sold, track-only car with about 4,000 miles (GBP figure as converted by The Classic Valuer): 142,000 GBP (2023-04) 10
- Collecting Cars, sold, 2018 ex-Team Rocket RJN car, VAT qualifying: 74,504 GBP (2024-12) 11
- Iconic Auctioneers, sold, 2017 ex-Silverstone car, about 10,000 km (estimate was £40,000-60,000): 79,500 GBP (2026-07) 9
- Dealer asking price, Netherlands, chassis 106, under 3,000 km, margin scheme: 169,950 EUR (2026-11) 12
Auction prices fell from £142,000 in April 2023 to £74,504-79,500 in December 2024 and July 2026, as homologation ended. Low-mileage dealer cars are still advertised far higher (November 2026).
Reference prices are dated and sourced; live asking prices are in the listings above.
Frequently asked questions
Can I still race a 570S GT4 in GT4 championships?
Not in SRO-homologated GT4 series. Homologation GT4-030 expired on 31 December 2024 and no extension was found. Many club and national series accept older GT cars under their own rules. Check the current regulations of the series you want before you buy.
Who supports the car with parts today?
McLaren took customer support in house after a High Court ruling against its former partner CRS GT in November 2018. Support runs through McLaren's motorsport retailer network. Ask your nearest McLaren motorsport retailer about parts lead times for your chassis before buying.
What did the 2019 and 2020 updates change?
The 2019 kit targeted reliability and maintenance, with no performance gain, but McLaren did not publish a parts list. The 2020 spec added an optional endurance brake kit with six-piston front calipers and new uprights. That kit could be retrofitted to earlier cars.
How much power does it make?
The road 570S makes 562 bhp. In GT4 racing the car ran at about 430 bhp under Balance of Performance. A £600 Sprint upgrade raised output to 540 PS for non-homologated use. Ask the seller which engine map is loaded.
What should a used one cost?
Recent UK auction sales sit around £74,500-79,500 (December 2024 and July 2026). A US auction car reached the equivalent of £142,000 in April 2023, before homologation ended. Dealers still ask around €170,000 for very low-mileage cars.
Sources
- McLaren Sports Series expands track appeal with 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint, Automotive World (McLaren press release) (2016-03) — Launch specs, price, CRS GT partner, 2017 eligibility, carbon tub claim
- McLaren Automotive Wins Court Judgment on CRS, Sportscar365 (2018-11) — CRS dispute, McLaren customer support, CRS profit share
- McLaren GT4 Upgrade Kit in Works for 2019, Sportscar365 (2018-11) — 2019 reliability kit, evo kit ban in SRO GT4
- McLaren Rolls Out 'Refreshed' 570S GT4 for 2020, Sportscar365 (2020-02) — 2019 Evo kit, endurance brake kit, 2020 price
- McLaren 570S GT4 race car 2020, Conceptcarz (McLaren press release) (2020-02) — 2019 results, Sprint Power Upgrade, retrofit brake kit
- On the grid with... McLaren 570S GT4 (Equipe Verschuur), 24H Series (2020-11) — BoP power, first-season results, team reports on engine life, brakes, electronics, heat
- SRO GT4 (homologation table), Wikipedia (2026) — Homologation numbers and expiry dates for 570S GT4 and Artura GT4
- 2017 McLaren 570 GT4 - charity auction, Race-Cars.com (2026-06) — Estimate, component life sheets, fuel cell and seat eligibility note
- 2017 McLaren 570 GT4, Iconic Auctioneers, sold, The Classic Valuer (2026-07) — Sale price and estimate
- McLaren 570S GT4, Bring a Trailer, sold, The Classic Valuer (2023-04) — Sale price, turbo and manifold welding, underside condition, HPDE use
- 2018 McLaren 570S GT4, Collecting Cars, sold, The Classic Valuer (2024-12) — Sale price, RJN history, 2024 GT Cup title, McLaren inspection
- McLaren 570S GT4 Chassis 106, AutoScout24 (Autoservice Koen Exclusief) (2026-11) — Dealer asking price, identification plates
- 2019 McLaren 570S GT4 for sale, Just Cars (2026-11) — VSCRC Production Sports Racing Car use
- Mitchell and Haggerty win Donington GT4 for Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse, Racecar.com (2016-09) — 2016 development season wins
- First championship title of 2019 season for the McLaren 570S GT4, Racecar.com (2019-10) — GT4 Scandinavia Pro-Am title
- New McLaren 620R sets the pace as road-legal version of McLaren GT4 race car, Automotive World (2019-12) — 620R link and production number
- McLaren 570S (type page), Racing Sports Cars (2026) — Win counts in database, years raced
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