McLaren celebrates becoming only one of two F1 teams to start 1,000 Grand Prix by unveiling the McLaren Artura 1000GP
Published on Jun 03, 2026 at 7:00 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Jun 03, 2026 at 7:43 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Mason Jones
The Monaco GP will go down in history as arguably the most important F1 Grand Prix for McLaren so far.
That’s because this race marks their historic 1,000th Grand Prix start.
The British marque decided to celebrate with a limited-edition Artura.
And for once, ‘limited-edition’ is an expression that’s being used fairly.
It all started with the Monaco GP in 1966
Their first Grand Prix took place in May 1966, exactly 60 years ago – and, remarkably, it was also in Monaco.
At the Monte Carlo racetrack, when founder Bruce McLaren started as the team’s sole entry and finished with a retirement (DNF) due to an oil leak.
Fast-forward to 2026, and the brand is celebrating its 1000th race.
Only Ferrari can boast more GP starts.
So far, they have won 188 of those 1,000 races, with over 6,900 points in total, 523 podiums and also 169 fastest laps.
So, here’s 1,000 more.
The McLaren Artura 1000GP is very, very rare
Based on the standard Artura, the Artura 1000GP is defined by its MSO Heritage Metallic Papaya paint, with Anthracite and Satin Carbon accents and a special livery that’s a tribute to these 1,000 F1 GPs.
Aside from the custom race livery and the anniversary badging, you can also find more details and nods to this incredible achievement in the cabin, with bespoke embroidered Alcantara for the seats and a numbered MSO dedication plaque
Mechanically, the 1000GP is the same as any Artura.
Under the hood, you’ll find a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged hybrid V6, capable of delivering 690 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque..
It does 0-60 in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 205 mph.
The price hasn’t been announced, but the standard Artura starts at $249,000, so we can expect to double it or maybe triple it.
It’ll be very difficult to buy in either case.
Only 10 were made.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
