2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition

5,408cc DOHC Supercharged V8 Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection
550bhp at 6,500rpm
6-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*1 of only 343 Heritage Editions Produced
*Unique specification & options
*Diligently maintained and preserved
*Very collectible and extremely powerful Supercar

THE FORD GT

In Ford Motor Company's long and hugely successful history, few events are as memorable and as important as the GT40 racing cars' four consecutive overall victories at Le Mans. Stemming from a failed acquisition of Ferrari, an understandably frustrated Ford enlisted Carroll Shelby and others to build a racing car with one mission: to beat Ferrari at Le Mans. With their goals set high, the GT40 became the most iconic and successful underdog in Le Mans history.

Arriving in prototype form just in time for Ford's centennial celebration in 2003, the Ford GT borrowed heavily from the stunning design and profile of the GT40 and set out on a similar mission: to compete with, and surpass, the established supercars.

The ultra-high performance Ford GT showcases the finest in advanced technologies, constructed on a lightweight aluminum chassis clothed in superplastic-formed lightweight composite and aluminum body panels. Powered by a mid-mounted, hand-built, supercharged quad-cam 550bhp V8 engine mated to a 6-speed manual transaxle and featuring racing derived suspension and braking systems, the GT avails the driver of astounding performance and power.

With this prolific power, the Ford GT will accelerate from 0-60 in about 3.5 seconds, hurtling on to some 205mph before the speed limiter kicks in. When production ceased in 2006, with just over 4,000 Ford GTs produced, the epic Ford had made its mark on automotive history once again - and became an instant collector's car.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

Of the first-generation Ford GTs, none are more sought after and collectable than the Heritage Editions. Officially titled the Heritage Paint Livery Package, this $13,000 option was finished on just 343 cars and was only available during the final production year of 2006. The brilliant light blue and orange paint calls back to the famed Gulf Oil sponsored John Wyer Automotive Engineering cars which won the 24 hours of Le Mans in both 1968 and 1969. The GT presented here is one of just 20 examples fitted with the cast aluminum BBS wheels, making this a particularly unique GT. A high-fidelity McIntosh audio system rounds off the last of the options listed on the window sticker.

Initially delivered to a Ford dealership in Las Vegas, the supercar spent its first 10 years and 9,500 miles with its original owner in the southwest. In 2016, the GT was relocated the East Coast where is has most recently been part of a world class Ford collection. In recent years a new set of OEM Goodyear tires have been shod over the rare set of BBS wheels and a full clear bra protective film was applied over the vehicle's entire body to ensure shielding against chips and scrapes. Additionally, the car has been used vary sparingly in the past couple of years and at the time of cataloging sits with roughly 10,000 miles. The car presents in excellent condition and has received exceptional care for the entirety of its existence.

Given its inimitable heritage, prolific performance, stunning design, and thrilling driving experience, Ford's supercar is a unique creation that will undoubtedly be revered for years to come. This particular GT offers a great opportunity to add a particularly rare and well optioned example to any collection.