750S Spider by McLaren Special Operations
Inspired by the spectacle and energy of Las Vegas, the McLaren Special Operations (MSO) team has created a one-of-one bespoke McLaren 750S Spider. Unveiled globally at the McLaren Experience Centre at The Wynn ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, this exclusive creation unites McLaren’s racing-heritage, MSO craftsmanship and the spirit of Las Vegas in one unique masterpiece.
From a striking hand-painted monochrome exterior to bespoke storytelling cues woven throughout the design, Project Viva by MSO unites McLaren’s awe-inspiring performance with bold creativity - an uncompromising celebration of design, engineering, and emotion.
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Reimagining the city of lights through a monochrome lens, Project Viva by MSO is a one-of-one commission that takes an unexpected approach to a place defined by neon and colour - embodying McLaren’s spirit of challenging convention. Rather than recreating Las Vegas’ glow through colour, MSO captures its rhythm, architecture and atmosphere through hand-painted linework. Featuring bespoke paints such as Vegas Nights - a deep black infused with cyan, magenta and green - the design reflects the city’s energy after dark and showcases MSO’s ability to turn inspiration into automotive art.
Hidden within Project Viva’s intricate hand-painted design are countless nods to McLaren’s legacy and the spirit of Las Vegas. Some highlights include:
Hidden within Project Viva’s intricate hand-painted design are countless nods to McLaren’s legacy and the spirit of Las Vegas. Some highlights include:
Graphical cues reference Nevada's most recognisable landmarks, from the vibrant sandstone formations of Valley of Fire to iconic Las Vegas Strip fountains, and the engineered grandeur of Hoover Dam.
Positioned within a heart motif on the front right bumper, this detail pays homage to Bruce McLaren's 1970 racing helmet, worn during his final season - a symbolic nod to the heart and soul behind the brand.
Ten silhouettes commemorating each of McLaren Racing's championship winning cars, shown in order and dated by championship year, mapped onto racetracks across the car.
Within the Muriwai Trophy motif lies a hand-painted outline of Bruce McLaren's Muriwai House. It's shutters and front door are finished in Muriwai White - an MSO paint shade first created for the 570S Spider, inspired by the whitewashed walls and blue doors of Bruce's family home in Walton-on-Thames. The hue carries a subtle blue sparkle, symbolising the sea at Muriwai Beach, New Zealand, where Bruce first discovered his passion for racing.
On the rear bumper of Project Viva by MSO are ten stars - nine in white paint, and the tenth in silver leaf - hand-applied by drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, marking McLaren's milestone of achievement of ten Constructors' World Championships.
An evolution of the Speedy Kiwi, honouring McLaren's origins - a subtle nod to our legacy.
On the rear bumper of Project Viva by MSO are ten stars - nine in white paint, and the tenth in silver leaf - hand-applied by drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, marking McLaren’s milestone achievement of ten Constructors’ World Championships.