Founded by legendary British designer Gordon Murray, Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) has unveiled an open-top Spider version of the T.33 mid-engined two-seat supercar . The novelty will be released in a limited edition of 100 copies.
The authority of Gordon Murray (the creator of the McLaren F1 supercar and several outstanding Formula 1 racing cars) made the eponymous and still very young car company (founded in 2017) very successful — its supercars are sold out even before the premiere. The flagship three-seater T.50 supercar with a large fan in the stern (creates a ground effect), which debuted in 2020, was the first production GMA model, and its track version T.50s Niki Lauda was introduced in 2021. The two-seater T.33 supercar saw the light of day in 2022, and this week the company showed its open Spider version.
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In parts technology, the Spider version is no different from the coupe, the dimensions have not changed a millimeter (length — 4398 mm, width — 1850 mm, height — 1135 mm, wheelbase — 2735 mm), a removable hard carbon fiber roof, consisting of two sections, and a row Other minor technical changes added 18 kg of dry weight to the Spider compared to the coupe, but the final figure is still impressive — 1108 kg.
In fact, the new version of the T.33 has a targa-type body, since the massive arch behind the cockpit is not retractable and acts as a force protection in case of a rollover. The glass inside this arc can be lowered, giving the cabin an additional source of fresh air. The removed sections of the roof can be left in the garage or placed in the 115L front trunk, and there are side luggage compartments for bags with a total capacity of 180L. jpg» />The power structure of the carbon fiber and aluminum body of the Spyder is the same as that of the coupe, since both versions were developed in parallel. The Spider has a unique upper stern shape with a more developed longitudinal keel and air vents to allow roofless riding to enjoy the high-revving crescendo of the 4.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 Cosworth GMA.2. Otherwise, the plumage of the coupe and Spyder are identical, it does not have moving elements and aggressively protruding spoilers, splitters, canards and rear wings, but well-thought-out aerodynamics create 312 kg of downforce at a maximum speed of 334 km/h.
< img src="/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/d56eca741ee562d34d738a4954891a4b.jpg" />Gordon Murray next to the V12 Cosworth GMA.2 engine
GMA publishes quite detailed technical specifications of its supercars, but fundamentally keeps silent about the accelerating dynamics, as it does not chase record figures, emphasizing the overall excellent balance and driving pleasure. Nevertheless, there is no doubt that the V12 provides impressive acceleration from any speed: a maximum power of 617 hp. achieved at 10,250 rpm, maximum torque of 451 Nm at 6,750 rpm, with 75% of maximum torque already available from 2,500 rpm. An additional short-term increase in power and torque is provided by a 48-volt starter-alternator.
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The transmission of the Spider is only a mechanical 6-speed Xtrac (the coupe was also offered with a «robot»), it weighs only 82 kg. All power is sent to the rear wheels via a self-locking differential. Suspension — passive, spring, on double wishbones «in a circle», the rear suspension is attached directly to the gearbox housing. Brakes — carbon-ceramic, front disc diameter — 370 mm (6-piston calipers), rear diameter — 340 mm (4-piston calipers). The stock tire sizes for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S are 235/35 R 19 front and 295/30 R 20 rear.
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The interior of the Spyder is the same as that of the coupe, the only difference is the partition between the seats painted in body color. The driver is surrounded by analog toggle switches, buttons and knobs, as Gordon Murray is as far from modern fashion for touch panels as possible, but a tribute to the times is given by a small multimedia screen located to the right of the large 120 mm dial tachometer (there is wireless support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone interfaces). ). For ease of maneuvering in reverse, a rear-view camera is provided.
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The price of the Gordon Murray T.33 Spider has not been officially announced, but according to British magazine Autocar, it is 1.8 million pounds, circulation — 100 copies. Production of the T.33 Spider at Gordon Murray Group's factory in the rural village of Windlesham, Surrey, UK, will not begin until mid-2025 after the completion of the T.33 coupe, which will also have a run of 100 units.
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