Victory Tribute - Lanzante has long been a name synonymous with engineering brilliance and boundary-pushing automotive design. From its legendary victory at Le Mans in 1995 to its involvement in some of the most ambitious supercar projects in history, the company has continuously set new standards in performance and innovation. Now, as it steps into a new era, Lanzante is ready to make history once again with Project 95-59—a supercar that not only honors its past but also marks a bold move toward the future.
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| The teaser image of the Lanzante Project 95-59 was designed by Paul Howse, the exterior designer of the McLaren P1. (Picture from: Autocar) |
Designed to celebrate
the 30th anniversary of Lanzante’s triumph at the 24 Hours of Le Mans,
Project 95-59 is more than just a car; it’s a statement.
Its name is a direct nod to that historic moment, referencing the year of victory (1995) and the number 59 worn by the McLaren F1 GTR that secured
Lanzante’s place in motorsport history. This upcoming machine is set to be a limited-run masterpiece, built upon
an existing McLaren platform but significantly enhanced to create something entirely new and exhilarating.
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| The name "95-59" references the 30th anniversary of the McLaren F1 GTR, number 59, winning the 1995 Le Mans. (Picture from: MclarenLife) |
The question of which
McLaren platform will serve as the foundation for
Project 95-59 remains intriguing. Some speculate it will be derived from
the 750S, modified extensively to accommodate
an F1-style cockpit. Others believe it might take inspiration from
the McLaren Speedtail,
a three-seater hypercar whose hybrid powertrain produces a staggering 1055bhp.
With its combination of a 747bhp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 and a 309bhp electric motor,
the Speedtail already boasts a remarkable power-to-weight ratio—
one that aligns closely with the 700bhp per tonne target set for Project 95-59.
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| The 1995 Le Mans-winning McLaren F1 GTR, number 59, was present at the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed. (Picture from: Autocar) |
Behind the design of this remarkable machine is
Paul Howse, a name well known in the world of high-performance automotive aesthetics.
Howse’s portfolio includes
the McLaren P1,
570S,
720S, and
Artura, as well as
Lanzante’s own P1 Spider and
the Jaguar XK120 restomod project with Thornley Kelham. His involvement guarantees that
Project 95-59 will not only be a technological marvel but also a visually striking work of art, blending aggressive aerodynamics with an elegant yet purposeful stance.
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| The 1995 Le Mans-winning McLaren F1 GTR - front. (Picture from: CarThrottle) |
What makes
Project 95-59 truly significant is its place in
Lanzante’s evolution. While the company has built a reputation through its work on
legendary McLarens and
the Porsche 911 TAG Turbo, this will be its first model to carry its own brand identity. It represents a defining moment for
Lanzante and
its founder, Dean Lanzante, who has long wanted to establish the company as more than just a specialist tuning house. His vision is clear: to lead rather than follow, to create something groundbreaking rather than simply refining what already exists.
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| The 1995 Le Mans-winning McLaren F1 GTR - left side. (Picture from: CarThrottle) |
With a public debut set for
the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July, anticipation is building for what could be one of the most exciting supercars in recent memory. As the automotive world awaits further details, one thing is certain—
Lanzante is no longer just a name associated with the past. With
Project 95-59, it is driving headfirst into a future of its own making, one that promises to be as thrilling as the machines it creates.
*** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LANZANTE LIMITED ON INSTAGRAM | AUTOCAR | CARSCOOPS | GOODWOOD | CARTHROTTLE | MCLARENLIFE ]Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
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