Gordon Murray's T.50s Niki Lauda supercar is making its global public debut at Goodwood
Published on Jun 25, 2026 at 5:22 PM (UTC+4)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Jun 25, 2026 at 5:22 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
Gordon Murray’s T.50s Niki Lauda supercar will be getting a well-deserved big debut at an apt location – Goodwood Festival of Speed.
This T.50s will be at the forefront of a four-car showcase, which includes the likes of the S1 LM, the GTR XP prototype and the T.33 Spider validation prototype.
Leading the pack, the T.50s will be emblazoned with a South African flag-inspired livery, alongside a glossy black ‘7’ with significant meaning.
Gordon Murray has been producing T.50s for six years now, but this will be the first Niki Lauda unit to be unveiled.
Taking a closer look at Gordon Murray’s T.50s Niki Lauda supercar
There are 25 planned track-only models in the T.50s Niki Lauda lineup, named after none other than the last Austrian racing driver himself.
This first car, appearing at Goodwood, will have a white body with a South African flag-inspired livery and the race number ‘7’.
That pays tribute to Gordon Murray’s first F1 victory at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit all the way back in 1974.
Described as being ‘engineered without compromise’, the Niki Lauda variant has had hundreds of parts modified from the standard T.50 supercar.
Practically every element of the design has been attuned towards improved aerodynamics, from the rear-mounted delta wing to a central fin stretching from the roof to the rear lip.
“In just six years since we unveiled the T.50, the team has designed, developed, manufactured and delivered 100 customer cars to owners around the world,” Gordon Murray CBE said.
“We’ve also started building T.50s, while T.33 and T.33 Spider are well through development, ahead of production.
“Alongside this, we have created an even more specialized range of vehicles that explore the limits of our design and engineering philosophy – it is a privilege to develop lightweight, beautifully engineered supercars for our customers and to share them with enthusiasts.”
It’s not just the T.50s Niki Lauda getting its big moment at Goodwood – it will have to share the spotlight.
The rest of the Gordon Murray lineup
It’s here that the S1 LM will be making its European debut, following on from its global unveiling in California last year.
And that’s not forgetting its record-breaking $20 million sale at auction over in Las Vegas.
Then there’s the Le Mans GTR XP1, an experimental prototype representing an upcoming production run of 24 models.
This one draws inspiration from Murray’s own longtail Le Mans racers in addition to other prominent endurance race cars.
And last – but by no means least – is a T.33 Spider validation prototype, making its first global appearance.
Decked out in stunning green paintwork, it is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.9-liter V12.
It’ll certainly be a Goodwood Festival to remember.
The best cars always come out to play at Goodwood
It has to be one of the most hotly-anticipated dates on the automotive calendar.
Every year, Goodwood Festival rolls around and car enthusiasts flock in their droves to feast their eyes on some supercar gems.
From upside-down hypercars to Lamborghini unveiling its new Temerario GT3, there’s never a dull moment.
Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
