Peter Stevens Dismisses Murray S1 LM: 'No Connection to Me'
Peter Stevens, the renowned automotive designer, has distanced himself from the Murray S1 LM, asserting it has no connection to him. Stevens, who designed the iconic McLaren F1, has spoken out against the S1 LM's design, criticising various aspects of the car.
Stevens believes the small design team at Murray, led by lesser-known designer Florian Flatau with Gordon Murray's guidance, did their best with the T50. He refutes claims that the S1 LM is the car Murray should have made instead of the T50.
Stevens questions the decision of a car company to build a tribute to another company's product, in this case, the McLaren F1. He criticises the S1 LM's design, stating it looks like it was produced by someone wearing boxing gloves. The front air intakes are described as 'raw and uninspired', the side air intakes as 'patchy', and the rear diffuser as 'clumsy'. Stevens is particularly scathing about the rear wing, describing it as 'a few black wooden boards on thin aluminum plates'.
Stevens' comments come amidst the resurgence of interest in the McLaren F1, which won the 24-hour race at Le Mans in 1995. The 64-times-built road version of the F1 is now one of the most expensive collector's cars in the world, valued at 15 to 20 million euros.
Stevens' comments highlight the divide in opinion surrounding the Murray S1 LM's design. While some appreciate the homage to the McLaren F1, Stevens' criticism raises questions about the S1 LM's design language and its departure from the original's elegance. Despite the controversy, the S1 LM continues to generate interest, with collectors eager to own a piece of automotive history.
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