Ford GT40 cars remain one of the best sports cars ever. These cars were mainly built by the Ford company to defeat Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and they were successful in their mission. The Ford GT40s are lightweight sports cars with aerodynamic designs which offer excellent endurance. These cars are now available only through collector markets. Here are some of the iconic Ford GT40 cars in history.
Iconic Ford G40 Cars
Ford GT40 Mk IV J-5
The Ford GT40 J-5 scripted history by winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1967. It was driven by Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt. The vehicle features a 427 cubic inch V8 engine and 4-speed manual transmission. It has a fantastic acceleration with a top speed of 215mph and the endurance was great. The vehicle featured a honeycomb aluminium body chassis and longer tail. GT40 J-5 cars are now available in auctions and secondary markets.
Ford GT40 Mk I P/1007
Designed as a race car, the GT40 Mk I P/1007 was redesigned by Carroll Shelby in the 60s. The vehicle was built using a Small-block V8 engine. It offered a top speed of 200 mph. The car was made using Steel monocoque chassis and Fiberglass body which also enhanced the durability. It featured aerodynamics and independent suspension as well.
Ford GT40 Mk II B
The Ford GT40 Mk II B was considered a path-breaking vehicle mainly for its endurance. When other Ford GT40s dominated in performance, this one dominated in durability. It was equipped with big block V8 engines which produced 485 horsepower. The maximum speed for the vehicle was 210 mph. Some features like advanced cooling systems, durable suspension, and reinforced gearbox contributed to its overall performance. This was the pioneer of all Mk II vehicles at that time. The Ford GT40 Mk II B can be purchased from museums and collector markets. It is available over $10 million USD.
Ford GT40 MK II P/1046
The GT40 MK II P/1046 was a successful vehicle. It also secured the championship in the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans event. The car has a history of being the first American vehicle to secure a win at the Le Mans event. The 427 cubic inch Ford FE V8 engines powered its performance. It produced 475 lb-ft of torque and 485 horsepower which resulted in a top speed of 210 mph. The other features like heavy-duty gearbox, NASCAR engines, and steel monocoque chassis were considered advanced features. The vehicle was known for its engineering, designs, and performance on the tracks. In 2018, this Ford GT40 vehicle was almost sold for $10 million which shook the racing community.
Ford GT40 Mk I P/1075
GT40 P/1075 was a kingmaker during its time. It secured back to back championships in the Le Mans in 1968 and 1969. It was made with 4.9L (302 cu in) V8 with Gurney-Weslake heads and 5-speed manual transmissions. The car produced 425 hp and it had 200mph as its top speed. The P/1075 has always been deemed as the most successful GT40 vehicle from Ford. People can buy it from collector markets or auctions for a price that will be more than $12 million. The legacy of this vehicle remains the same even after decades.