In the 1966 Le Mans, the GT40 Mk II car broke Ferrari's winning streak, making Ford the first American manufacturer to win a major European race since Jimmy Murphy's Duesenberg in the 1921 French Grand Prix.

The Superformance GT40 MKII A quality re-creation of the original that beat Ferrari and finished in the top three positions during the grueling Le Mans 24 Hours in 1966. While developing the exhilarating GT40 continuation, engineers went to great lengths to ensure authenticity.

Nov 15, 2019 · The star car of the film Ford v. Ferrari is the GT40 Mk II. Back in 1966, we did a deep dive into the car after it won Le Mans.

Interior: Motolita steering wheel, original style seats covered in Alcantara with silver rivets. Recommended Engine: Ford-based 302, or the 351 Windsor or the 427FE Big Block. Pressed steel roof and beautifully finished body. The suspension features the original race car lay out.

Apr 10, 2025 · In 1966, Henry Ford II’s dream of toppling Ferrari at Le Mans became reality, thanks to the Ford GT40 Mk II. This historic victory was the culmination of three relentless years of development, experimentation, and sheer determination.

1965 Ford GT40 specs, 0-60, lap times, performance data, top speed, engine specifications, pictures, updated April 2025.

Jun 17, 2016 · In January 1966, Shelby American’s California shop took delivery of a bare chassis identified as P/1046—the 47th GT40 from Ford Advanced Vehicles’ 87-car production run. The Shelby crew completed...

This engine, coupled with improved aerodynamics and enhanced reliability, transformed the GT40 into a true Le Mans contender. The Mk II's dominance at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, where it secured a historic 1-2-3 finish, cemented its place in motorsport history.

Jun 1, 2022 · The GT40 MKII, the first American-built and -designed GT40, features some differences from its predecessor. One big, visible change: cooling ducts for the engine compartment. However, other differences are far more subtle.

These new cars called Mark II’s were ready for the 1966 Le Mans in which fight were entered by three different private teams. The particularly brutal 1966 race (only 15 of the 55 starters finished) was won by three Mark II Ford’s who completed in a dramatic 1-2-3 finish.