The McLaren 750S JC96 is the first model exclusive to the Japanese market from the English brand

It is curious that Japan, a country with a strong automotive tradition where European brands are prized for the exclusivity of the models they bring, is a brand McLaren that had not yet dedicated a model exclusively to this market. Although the English brand is about to remedy this with limited, exclusive units for Japan, with the 750S as the star.

The excuse for McLaren to create a limited edition for Japan is to pay tribute to the McLaren F1 GTR that competed in the Japanese Grand Touring Championship (JGTC), winning the drivers’ title in 1986. To do so, they present the 750S JC96, available in both Coupé and Spyder bodywork, of which only 61 units will be built, which will undoubtedly be highly sought after.

For the decoration of the 750S JC96, McLaren has drawn inspiration from the distinctive livery of the F1 GTR of Team Goh that raced in the JGTC that season, which combined Rocket Pink and Tarmac Grey in a design affectionately called “tiger stripes”. Customers will also be able to choose the main body colour from the wide palette available, a colour that will be combined with Memphis Red, Titanium Silver, Ice White and Graphite Grey carefully chosen for elements such as the front splitter, the ends of the rear spoiler or the mirror housings, along with others in gloss black thanks to the exterior design package also included.

It is worth noting that McLaren has also fitted the 750S JC96 as standard with the High Downforce Kit (HDK) from MSO, which is available for the Spyder version for the first time as well. It includes a redesigned front bumper with a larger splitter, an overlapping active rear spoiler and a new aerodynamic panel beneath the spoiler, all to achieve 10% more downforce compared with the base version. The package is completed by the exclusive 21-inch Delta forged wheels, inspired by the racing wheels of the F1 GTR in its Longtail version, with red brake calipers bearing the McLaren logo in gold hiding behind them. We finish with another nod to the competition F1 GTRs: the titanium finish on the stainless-steel exhaust with its centre outlet.

The interior of the McLaren 750S JC96 is obviously also modified and, as expected, is inspired by the F1 GTR. Customers can choose it in three variants of full Alcantara upholstery, all with contrasting stitching, and with the JC96 logo engraved in certain areas. These interiors will be combined with bright gold switchgear or brushed dark titanium inserts, not forgetting other elements such as the pedals in the style of those on the F1 GTR and a dedicated plaque that clearly reflects the limited-edition status of the car.

Mechanically, the McLaren 750S JC96 continues to use its exceptional 4.0-litre Twin-Turbo V8 with 750 CV and 800 Nm of torque sent to the rear axle, figures that allow it to accelerate to 100 km/h in an impressive 2.8 seconds and reach 200 km/h in 7.2 seconds, while the top speed is limited to 332 km/h.