The McLaren 675LT, which debuted in production form at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, is the lightest, most powerful, fastest and most track-focused, yet road legal model in the McLaren Super Series, and resurrects one of the most revered names in modern-day GT racing - the 'Longtail.' It is also the most exclusive in McLaren's range.

The 675LT, the first McLaren in nearly two decades to wear the LT or 'Longtail' badge, stays true to the spirit of its iconic predecessor with aerodynamically optimised, dramatically enhanced styling that results in 40 percent more downforce than the 650S, which it sits alongside in the McLaren Super Series.

The main focus for the 675LT is to deliver maximum performance, engagement and excitement. To achieve this, weight has been reduced by 100kg through the increased usage of carbon fibre and by lighter components throughout.

This includes newly developed suspension geometry derived from the McLaren P1, resulting in an increased track of 20mm. Power of the newly developed M838TL 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine is a hellish 666bhp with a torque rating of 700Nm.

New carbon fibre bodywork minimises weight and optimises aerodynamic performance, with the addition of a newly designed front splitter, Formula 1-style nose end-plates and larger 'Longtail' Airbrake. The rear deck is also new. Though noticeably faster, the 675LT also retains much of the 650S' astonishing usability and practicality. While designed to be even more at home on the track, it is still a highly usable road car with compromise to comfort levels kept to a minimum.

According to McLaren, all 500 units which were produced have already been sold and five will call our little island home.