Ford has revealed the Ford GT MK IV, which would be the final ever track-only variant of the present era of the supercar.
Priced at $1.7 million (£1.4m) and restricted to only 67 items, the MK IV follows the Ford GT LM Version, which represented the tip of road-going manufacturing for the high-performance two-seater. The brand new MK IV includes a distinctive livery that pays homage to the Ford GT MK IV from 1967, which received the Le Mans 24 Hours.
Energy has been improved, from 650bhp on the usual Ford GT to 789bhp, due to an upgraded twin-turbocharged Ecoboost engine. There’s additionally a newly added “correct racing transmission”.
Different modifications embrace aerodynamic upgrades and an prolonged wheelbase, in addition to the addition of adaptive spool valve suspension, equipped by engineering agency Multimatic.
The chassis is constructed from adhesive-bonded honeycomb aluminium, which reduces weight. Ford says the modifications enhance the GT’s dealing with on the monitor.
“The unique GT Mk IV held nothing again for max monitor efficiency, and the brand new Ford GT Mk IV brings it in the identical manner,” stated Mark Rushbrook, Ford Efficiency boss. “With a good greater degree of motorsport engineering and efficiency, plus a totally new carbonfibre physique that’s practical and placing, the Mk IV is the last word send-off of the third-generation supercar.”
Multimatic government vice chairman Larry Holt stated the agency’s purpose was to develop the “most excessive” ultimate model of the Ford GT.
“A novel, larger-displacement engine, correct racing gearbox, stretched wheelbase and really radical physique has resulted in an unprecedented degree of efficiency,” Holt stated. “We’re proud to have been part of the third-generation GT from its inception to this superb swansong and take into account it a major chapter in Multimatic’s historical past.”
Ford will select specifically designated prospects for the racer early subsequent 12 months earlier than deliveries start within the third quarter.
