2006 Melbourne International Motor Show Auction
Lot
38
1989 GTD Ford GT40 (Replica) Coupe
Sold: $67,000
Sold
Specifications
| Engine | Ford 302CID V8 |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual |
| Body Work | Coupe (fibreglass) |
| Colour | Red |
Description
This lot is no
longer available
Based on a Lola prototype designed by British race engineer Eric Broadley, the Ford's GT40 was Ford's successful bid to turn the tables on its racing rival Ferrari in the Le Mans 24 Hour race.
It did this in spectacular style, winning four times out of six attempts beginning in 1966. The first cars were built in England in 1965 and were fitted with a variety of Ford engines, ranging in size up to 302CID. They were so-named because of their overall height of just 40 inches. Given the cars' legendary status, GT40s have not surprisingly been replicated over the years in the United Kingdom, the United States and more recently, Australia. This GT40 is probably one of the most prized of all replicas due to the exorbitant cost of the originals, whose value today can exceed $Aus 2 million.