It is one of six stunt vehicles used during filming.
The filming of Ford was completed long before the movie hit theaters. It won two Academy Awards. You could be part of this passionate, thrilling drama about the bitter fight between Ford and Ferrari at Le Mans in late 1960s. The Mecum Auction will feature one of six replica Ford GT40 stunt vehicles used in the movie. This car could become your star car.
This car was Dan Gurney’s #3 GT40 in Le Mans racing scenes. It was then re-stickered by William Wonder as the number 88 car for the 24 Hours of Daytona. This car was one of six that Race Car Replicas made in Michigan to film the movie. The company built it to exact specifications of the 1966 Ford GT40. The only car in the sextet to have a VIN number and a title, so you can register it for driving on public roads. This would attract a lot of attention.
These photos show a GT40 replica, with reddish-orange paint, gold wheels and bold racing livery. The right-hand-drive car has a black-on-black cockpit. The gear shifter is located between the driver’s door and the driver. It is connected to a 6-speed manual, which helps to deliver power from the 5.7-liter engine to the rear wheels. Although the listing does not specify the car’s horsepower or torque numbers, they should be impressive enough for the racer.
Ford Vs Ferrari is a story about Ford’s attempts at buying Ferrari to improve its motorsports heritage. Ferrari used this proposal to get a better deal with Fiat. Ford responded by setting its sights to dethrone Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Ferrari had won this race from 1960 to 1965. The Ford GT40 didn’t find its stride until 1966 when it won the race. Although it might not be an original Ford GT40, it is unlikely that there are any copies as faithful to the original.