Silverstone donates McLaren 570 GT4 in charity auction to support our vital music therapy work
We’re so grateful to Silverstone for donating the spectacular McLaren 570 GT4 race car for auction as part of the 50th anniversary O2 Silver Clef Awards.
The 2017 McLaren GT4 will be offered through a live online auction, giving motorsport enthusiasts and collectors the opportunity to own an exceptional piece of racing machinery while supporting our vital music therapy work across the UK.
The online auction, hosted by Iconic Auctioneers, opens on Thursday 2 July with bidders able to place offers ahead of the final live auction taking place at the 50th anniversary of the prestigious O2 Silver Clef Awards on Thursday 9 July at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
Funds raised through the auction will support our mission to enrich lives through music therapy for thousands of people nationwide. With 60 years of practice, we know that music therapy works. It supports recovery from brain injury, improves end-of-life care, and helps non-verbal children find new ways to communicate. You can find out more about our work here.
About the McLaren 570 GT4 race car
The race-ready car has covered approximately 10,000km and is running the desirable Trophy Map. Built around McLaren’s renowned 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, it is paired with a race-specification 7-speed transmission and comes equipped with Alcon brakes, an in-date six-point harness, Pirelli slick tyres, and a fully installed VBOX data-logging system.
The successful bidder will receive an exclusive ownership package designed to maximise their enjoyment of the car, including 12 months’ vehicle storage at Silverstone, an ARDS course, the mandatory qualification for those wishing to compete in UK motorsport, and an overnight stay at Escapade Silverstone, the circuit’s luxury trackside accommodation.
A huge thank you to Silverstone for donating the spectacular McLaren 570 GT4 race car to the live auction
This unique initiative reflects Silverstone’s ongoing commitment to creating positive social impact through its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy. As part of its wider commitment to supporting communities and charitable causes, Silverstone seeks to use its platform, assets and influence to make a meaningful difference beyond motorsport. The donation of the McLaren GT4 demonstrates how the circuit continues to combine its passion for motorsport with a commitment to delivering lasting benefits for individuals and communities.
Click the button below for more information about the auction or to place a bid from Thursday 2 July.
Hear from Silverstone’s Nick Read and Nordoff and Robbins’ Director of Fundraising, Sandy Trappitt
Nick Read, Chief Commercial Officer at Silverstone, said: “We’re delighted to support Nordoff and Robbins through the donation of this exceptional McLaren GT4. This auction offers motorsport fans a truly unique opportunity to own a remarkable race car while contributing to the incredible work the charity does every day. Supporting communities and creating positive social impact is an important part of Silverstone’s ESG strategy, and we’re proud to play our part in helping Nordoff and Robbins continue to change lives through music therapy.”
Sandy Trappitt, Director of Fundraising, Nordoff and Robbins, said: “We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the Silverstone team in donating this spectacular McLaren GT4 race car to Nordoff and Robbins for our O2 Silver Clef Awards 50th anniversary auction. By opening this special lot up to an online audience in addition to those joining us at the ceremony, we hope to increase our chances of raising as much money as possible to help us continue providing vital music therapy and training future music therapists. We are incredibly grateful to Silverstone and look forward to the auction going live on Thursday 2 July.”
About the O2 Silver Clef Awards
The O2 Silver Clef Awards is our largest annual fundraising event. Since 1976, it has raised over £17m, becoming one of the highlights in the music industry calendar. Across five decades, funds raised have played a key part in fuelling our growth from a London-based operation delivering music therapy to hundreds of people, to a nationwide organisation that supported 15,500 people through 48,000 music therapy sessions in 2025, partnering with over 300 organisations including schools, hospitals and care homes across the UK.
Our upcoming events
July 9, 2026
O2 Silver Clef Awards
Since 1976, this star-studded gathering has celebrated the genius of legendary musicians, while raising millions of pounds for our vital music therapy work. Join us to celebrate 50 years of music at the O2 Silver Clef Awards 2026, held for the very first time at the Royal Albert Hall.
September 11, 2026
Music Mudder
Music Mudder sees teams from across the music industry take on an adrenaline-pumping outdoor obstacle course – all whilst raising essential funds for music therapy.