The swan song for the Ford GT with limited edition to the track
The production of the Ford GT ends with the LM version, but this reality only applies for the road car. For the track, Multimatic and Ford present in the form of a limited edition an ultimate variation built in only 67 copies.
It’s over for the regular Ford GT, but it will survive one more year for track enthusiasts with a special edition inspired by the GT40 Mk IV who won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1967. With this inspiration, it is certainly no coincidence that this ultimate GT will be produced in only 67 copies.
On the aesthetic level, from the first glance, we realize that this GT is not like the others. At the front, the optical units are completely closed and only let through the LED strips characteristic of this generation of the car. The spoiler stretches while maintaining a high purity of line. In profile, it is the closed wheels à la Bugatti Le Bolide that strike. Subsequently, we realize that the wheelbase is longer, and that the front wheels are partially uncovered. The widened body offers more generous openings for the air supply to the engine. To optimize stability and airflow, this GT opts for a “Long Tail” type rear configuration. At the top, the fin ensures that the negative pressure on the rear axle is maximum. Under the bodywork, panels also ensure that the aerodynamics are also optimal there. Stylists claim to have had the 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning GT40 Mk IV as their source of inspiration. For the record, this 1967 Mk IV had the great distinction compared to the previous version of being 9 inches longer overall.
As for the mechanics, very little information has come out, but we know that we will find a reworked version of the 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 with turbochargers. We are talking about a power that would exceed 800 horsepower against the 647 of the regular road version. One of the aspects that will allow the expansion of the cavalry is the reduced number of restrictions on emission and pollution standards for vehicles for exclusive use on the track. Multimatic’s ASV (Adaptive Spool Valve) suspensions will be revised for superior handling. The gearbox will also be rebuilt according to the requirements of the track. At least, that’s what Larry Holt, vice president of Multimatic Special Vehicle Operations Group, argues. He claims that this GT will provide “an unprecedented degree of performance”.
The 67 clients will be hand-picked and will be confirmed early next year. The lucky winners will then have to pay a sum that will exceed 2.3 million Canadian dollars. Although the car will be manufactured in Markham, Ontario, Canadian buyers are unlikely to qualify for a freight discount.
