McLaren 12C GT Sprint appears at Auto Zurich

McLaren confirmed earlier this month that the 12C GT Sprint would cost $316,000, converted from British pounds. On Thursday, we were sent a selection of photos of the new track car by photographer David Kaiser, from a car show in Zurich, Switzerland.

According to a McLaren representative at the booth, the 12C GT Sprint pictured is the first production car. It took the stage at Auto Zurich, the second biggest show in the country.

The GT Sprint was build by McLaren’s racing department, using most of the same systems as the base MP4-12C. The Sprint makes 616 hp from a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8. The oil, cooling and suspension systems have been upgraded for the Sprint, while an FIA-approved roll cage keeps occupants safe.

From what we can see, this car is ready for the track. Beside the roll cage we can see the carbon shell seats, the hookup for the HANS device, and six-point harness.

Check out the gallery. Head over to McLaren.com for more information or to buy. The GT Sprint is on sale now.

See more photos from Auto Zurich at David Kaiser Photography’s Facebook page.

By Jake Lingeman