This is a second-generation 2019 Ford GT (K075) finished in a spectacular shade known as ‘Ignot Silver’ with the Dark Energy Interior Upgrade Package. In total, across all variations (Heritage editions, Carbon Edition, Competition Series, Liquid Carbon Edition, LM Edition, LM GTE, Mk IV, MKII, Studio Collection and Victory Edition models) of the second-generation Ford GT model, this car is 1 of approximately 1,570 built. In terms of the ‘standard’ GT, Ford developed approximately a limited number units per year from 2016 until 2022, amounting to approximately 825 examples built total. The new generation Ford GT recalls Ford’s significant history with the original GT40 racecar, which was a four-time consecutive winner of the 24 hours of Le Mans (1966-1969). The airflow tunnels or “flying buttresses” built into the rear fenders are easily one of the new generation GT’s most distinctive design elements. The first generation Ford GT (2004-2006) had a top speed of about 205mph powered by a 5.4 L longitudinal rear mounted Modular V8 engine that produces about 550hp. The second-generation GT (pictured here) is now capable of top speeds up to about 216mph thanks to its 3.5L twin-turbocharged Ford EcoBoost V6 engine that produces around 647 horsepower (660 horsepower post 2020 with several performance upgrades being introduced as a 2020 model year update). The new GT was first shown at the 2015 North American Auto Show, and one year after its public debut, the new GT took place in the 2016 24 Hours Of Le Mans, winning its LMGTE Pro class. This particular GT was delivered new to Mark Martin Ford in Arkansas and is equipped with the matte-finish carbon fiber exterior package, 20-inch matte-finish exposed carbon fiber wheels, titanium lug nuts and at the time of photographing, this GT showed just 187 miles on the odometer.
How many made? December 2016 – 2022 (1,350 units planned). Approximately 825 ‘standard’ units built.
Engine: 3.5L twin-turbocharged Ford EcoBoost V6 - 660hp
Debut: 2015 North American Auto Show
Top Speed: 217mph
0-60mph: 2.9 seconds
Photo Credit: @am_media_ny
Research: @rarecarsonly