So many boxes are ticked with the Superformance Ford
GT40 but when it’s finished in the most iconic of motorsport liveries, then
it’s time for some serious decision making.
This right here is a 2012 Superformance GT40 Mk.I.
If you’re not familiar with Superformance, learn that the California-based
company is building continuation GT40s to the exacting standards of the
original, models that’s licensed to carry the GT40 nameplate.
The monocoque chassis uses pressed steel and the
suspension components are interchangeable with the original car, so what you
have here is the mythical GT40, only newer and with modern brakes.
The driver’s door features the iconic gurney bubble
which allows taller drivers to enjoy this beautiful machine. The interior
features Alcantara, a factory-installed roll cage, air-conditioning and of
course the gear lever in the correct position, to the right of the driver.
Power comes from a 6.9-liter Roush V8 which sends
over 550 hp via a ZF manual gearbox. The car currently has 598 miles on the
clock and comes with complete UK paperwork. If you’re interested, this
beautiful GT40 will be offered at the Silverstone Auctions’ Salon Prive event,
with a sale estimate between £ 130,000 and £ 160,000 (US$ 168k to US$ 206k).
