What you'll find here
Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
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Ford GT
This archive contains four brochures spanning the Ford GT40 from 1966 to 2017, tracing the American market's engagement with this racing icon across five decades. The collection draws from original dealer literature and manufacturer publications, offering automotive historians, researchers, and enthusiasts direct access to period marketing and technical documentation. Explore how the GT40 was presented to buyers and the public throughout its production history.
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Why it matters
Original manufacturer materials document equipment and options exactly as they were offered.
How to navigate
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2005 Ford GT Brochure
The 2005 Ford GT arrived as a direct challenge to Ferrari's F430 and Lamborghini's Murciélago, offering American buyers a genuine supercar with 550 horsepower from its 5.4-litre V8. Available exclusively in the US market that year, it came in just two colours—Tungsten Grey and Competition Orange—each paired with white racing stripes. Only 101 examples reached customers in 2005,
2006 Ford GT Brochure
The 2006 GT arrived as a mid-mounted 5.4-liter V8 engine producing 550 horsepower, paired with a six-speed manual transmission that put power directly to the rear wheels without compromise. Its 0–60 time of 3.3 seconds and top speed exceeding 205 mph positioned it against the Dodge Viper and Chevrolet Corvette Z06 in the raw-power segment. Production remained tightly controlled
2017 Ford GT Brochure
The 2017 GT arrived as a limited-production supercar available exclusively in the US market, offered in two distinct body configurations: the standard coupé and the open-top variant. Buyers could specify the 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged EcoBoost engine producing 647 horsepower with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Carbon-fibre bodywork and adjus
1966 Ford GT40 Brochure
When Ford's competition department unveiled the 1966 GT40, it arrived as the American manufacturer's answer to Ferrari's Le Mans dominance. The 7.0-litre V8 producing 485 horsepower sat amidships in a compact, tubular-steel chassis that would reshape endurance racing. This was not a car for road buyers—it was a weapon engineered for the circuit.
Frequently asked questions
How many documents are in the Ford GT40 archive?
The archive contains exactly 4 original documents covering the Ford GT40. This collection includes brochures, press materials, and factory literature that document this legendary race car's history. While modest in size, these pieces offer valuable insights into the GT40's development and market positioning.
What years does the GT40 archive cover?
The archive spans from 1966 to 2017, covering more than 50 years of documentation. However, this timeline contains gaps—not every year is represented by documents. The collection focuses on key periods in the GT40's evolution across different eras.
Can I use these documents for restoration research?
Yes, the archived documents are valuable for restoration projects. Original brochures and factory literature contain technical details, specifications, and design information essential for authentic rebuilds. They provide references for original colors, materials, and equipment that ensure historically accurate restorations.
Are there regional market variants in the GT40 collection?
The archive focuses on the US market, so documents represent the American version of the GT40. Only one market region is represented in this collection. European or other regional variants are not separately documented in this archive.
How does this archive page differ from the catalog page?
This archive page documents what original materials exist and their availability. The catalog page provides technical specifications and detailed vehicle information. The archive shows which documents we hold; the catalog describes the car itself.
Which GT generations are covered in the archive?
The archive includes two generations: the classic GT40 and the modern GT series. This span allows comparison between the legendary 1960s race car and its contemporary successors. Both generations are documentarily represented in the collection.
How often is the archive updated with new documents?
The archive is updated regularly as new documents become available. Update frequency depends on discovering and digitizing original sources. Check back periodically to discover newly added materials to the GT40 collection.