For the upper class, going fast is simply another luxury in which to indulge. Taking your car to the track and racing around at 10/10 is one of the most exhilarating experiences a driver can accomplish. Yes, there are plenty of cars out there that offer the glitz and promise of a track car, but some fall short when things get twisty. Although they are still wildly expensive, here are some of the most epic road cars that live at the top of the food chain when it comes to driving quickly from the dealership to the racetrack.
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10/10 Porsche 911 GT3 RS – $223,800
Side rolling shot of red Porsche GT3 RS driving on track.
The base 911 stands on its own as one of the best sports cars out there and can handle track duty just fine. Make your way up the extensive line of variants, and you’ll find yourself behind the wheel of a 9,000 RPM screamer that is the GT3. An incredible track-focused car that can usually out-handle most drivers’ capabilities. Where do you go from there? Well, Porsche for some reason thinks you should be able to pay money and receive an actual race car. The GT3 RS builds upon the already nutty GT3 by adding ultra-advanced aero, chassis and suspension adjustment tech upgrades, new wheels, new panels, and lightweight measures have been taken. The newest RS is perhaps the largest departure from the normal GT3, giving customers the biggest bang for their buck. This helps justify the asking price of $223,800… before options!
9/10 McLaren 765LT – $358,000
Front 3/4 rolling shot of gray McLaren 765 LT driving on track.
In many ways, the LT cars from McLaren emulate upgrades similar to Porsche’s RS cars. The McLaren 720S has long proved itself to be one of the most capable road-going vehicles, period. The 765LS further builds on the madness by adding power, chassis adjustments, some lightweight components such as the trick quad exhaust, and the famous extended rear wing giving the 765 its “Long Tail”. The McLaren 765LT starts at $358,000 for the coupe or $382,500 for the Spider version.
8/10 Lotus Emira – $93,000
Front 3/4 studio shot of blue Lotus Emira parked.
The least expensive vehicle here but by no means a less than stellar driving experience. The Lotus Emira is the most civilized car here, but that isn’t saying much because it’s still one of the most visceral cars out on the road today. Although it’s a more grown-up take on the sports cars Lotus enthusiasts have grown to love, the Emira still has the playful Lotus attributes. Powered by the familiar 3.5-liter supercharged V-6 from Toyota, the Emira still wails and snarls like Lotus cars past. You can choose between a “Touring” or more track-friendly “Sport” suspension setup, both of which utilize a fixed shock setup. The Lotus Emira starts at $93,000 as the First Edition is currently only available making it a relative bargain compared to the heavy hitters of this group.
7/10 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 – $105,300
Front 3/4 view of green Chevrolet Corvette Z06 parked.
It seems there is at least one aspect of the new Z06 that resonates with every type of car enthusiast. Whether you’re into the mid-engine setup, high-revving flat-plane crank, high horsepower, high noise, uncanny grip, ultra exotic styling, the list goes on. The C8 Corvette Z06 really has arrived challenging the world’s best supercars. As more people get behind the wheel and track them, with relative ease, the Z06 is besting or at least matching the very best in the business. You get a world-class experience for $105,300 (if the shady dealers honor MSRP).
6/10 BMW M4 CSL – $139,900
Front 3/4 view of gray BMW M4 CSL parked at racetrack.
Coupe Sport Lightweight. If for anything else, the BMW M4 CSL is a special car just for the rarity of the CSL name. Things get better when you learn BMW has really lightened the M4, some 240 pounds were removed from an M4 Competition, and with the replacement of carbon fiber in key areas. Power has been added as well. We suspect it makes more, but the official number is 543 horsepower for the CSL. Iconic styling elements were worked in as well such as the famous duck-tail rear trunk. The M4 CSL puts down an impressive time of 7:15.677 at the Nürburgring making it the quickest road-going BMW around the famed racetrack. The BMW M4 CSL starts at $139,900.
5/10 Ferrari 296 GTB – $322,986
Side 3/4 view of red Ferrari 296 GTB parked.
Something odd is happening at Ferrari. It seems to be trickling down hybrid tech at an astonishing rate. They started with the V-12 hybrid LaFerrari back in the early 2010s, then V-8 Hybrid SF90 from 2019, and just in a few short years the 296 GTB has arrived with a V-6. Although it might seem like Ferrari is losing the battle against saving its V-12 for the very best cars, it’s really proving that the trickle-down effect has merit as the 296 GTB is nearly as quick as both of those cars, especially considering the SF90 costs about half as much as the LaFerrari when new, and the 296 GTB costs about half as much as the SF90. The 296 GTB starts at $322,986.
4/10 Mercedes AMG One – $2.72 million
Front 3/4 view of gray Mercedes-Benz AMG One parked.
the one The only one to ever attempt the seemingly impossible task of fitting a full-on Formula 1 engine to a road-going car. AMG ran into various issues when developing the One, but their hard work has paid off. The AMG One is now production ready and customers will receive road-going F1-tech-powered supercars built specifically for track use. The price for your own personal F1-like racer is a whopping $2.72 million. We hope you bought your lotto tickets.
3/10 Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica – $239,000
Side 3/4 view of orange Lamborghini Huracan Technica driving on racetrack.
Huracán has been with us for quite a while now, and Lamborghini continues to refine it. The Tecnica is the last iteration of the mighty Huracán and represents the end of the era for the entry-level Lamborghini. the Tecnica is powered by the latest version of the 5.2 V-10, can still launch to 60 miles per hour in 3.2 seconds, and hit a top speed of 202 miles per hour. Sitting at the entry point of the Huracan lineup, the Tecnica starts at $239,000. This little Lambo has all the supercar flair too, being a bit of a departure from the normal Huracán styling.
2/10 Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 – $3M+
Front 3/4 view of gray Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 parked.
How does one go about besting the most coveted supercar ever made? It helps to be the man that designed the McLaren F1. Gordon Murray is on a mission to recreate the F1, but with the modern technologies developed for a present-day version that could spiritually succeed that automotive legend. The T.50 was developed as a money-is-no-object project. Powered by a Cosworth V-12, utilizing a fan and specialized aero to create a ground effect driving dynamic, the T.50 can create suction underneath it to stick it to the pavement. So much attention to detail was given to this project on the scale of saving grams of weight where possible in order to meet Gordon’s strict power-to-weight goals. It’s taken some time to perfect but Gordon and his team have something that just might live up to the original, all for around $3 million.
1/10 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport – $3.6 million
Front 3/4 rolling shot of blue Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport driving on racetrack.
It’s somewhat odd that Bugatti of all companies has shifted the Chiron from a top-speed slayer to a racetrack monster. By reducing the Chiron Pur Sport’s gearing and adding aggressive aero, including a giant wing, Bugatti has traded all-out speed for acceleration and lateral grip. Yes, this is a Chiron that was meant to go fast in the twisty stuff. The price of this astonishing beast of a track car is a mind-boggling $3.6 million.
FAQ
Q: Which is the very best track car?
This depends on the definition of “best”. The quickest around the Nurburgring is currently the AMG One with a time of 6:35.183.
Q: How can I find one of the cars on the list?
Most of these cars you can order from a dealer, however you had to be accepted by the manufacturer to order an AMG One, Gordon Murray T.50, or the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport. These ultra-rare supercars will often be traded among collectors later on.
Q: Are there less expensive models?
Most of these cars sit in a class of their own, however you can find base models of the Porsche 911, BMW M4, and the Corvette C8. Technically you can order a “base” Bugatti Chiron.
Q: Which car is fastest?
The quickest to 60 miles per hour is the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport with a 0-60 time of 2.3 seconds, however the AMG One can achieve the highest speed of 219 miles per hour. The top speed of the Gordon Murray T.50 is unknown, but given Gordon’s past with the McLaren F1, expect a competitive number from the GMA team.
Q: Which car is the most affordable?
The Lotus Emira is the least expensive of the bunch starting at $93,000. Keep in mind this is the “First Edition” pricing, so the “Base Edition” pricing should undercut that by another few thousand dollars.
Q: Which car is most expensive?
The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport starts at a cool $3.6 million.
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