With the third – and last – wave of production now set in motion, the Ford GT Mk IV prepares to bow out in the most spectacular of finales. Hand-built in just 67 examples, this track-only masterpiece embodies the essence of performance unchained, a living tribute to Ford’s immortal Le Mans legacy.
The Ford GT Mk IV: A Legend Reborn
The Ford GT has always existed at the intersection of heritage and innovation. From the thunder of the GT40 at Le Mans in 1967 to the rebirth of the modern GT in carbon and turbocharged ferocity, the nameplate has carried more than just speed, it has carried pride, passion, and myth. Now, in the GT Mk IV, Ford Performance and Multimatic deliver the ultimate expression of this legend, unshackled from road regulations, devoted only to the art of velocity.
The GT Mk IV is not a car; it is sculpture in motion. Its long-tail silhouette, chiseled from carbon fiber, stretches like a shadow of pure intent. Every line whispers of aerodynamics, every surface taut with purpose. Beneath this skin lies a heart that beats with over 820 horsepower, a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 tuned by Roush-Yates to a pitch beyond even the Le Mans-winning machines it honors. Coupled with a bespoke six-speed paddle-shift transmission and advanced adaptive suspension, the Mk IV transcends performance, allowing its driver to bend physics to will.
On the track, its presence is overwhelming. At 150 miles per hour, the Mk IV presses itself into the tarmac with more than 2,400 pounds of downforce, cornering at forces exceeding three g. It is a car that turns even seasoned racers into wide-eyed disciples of speed, and gives enthusiasts a chance to experience lap times once reserved for professionals. This is not simply an evolution of the GT – it is its final ascension.
Yet Ford has ensured the Mk IV is more than just a mechanical marvel. Each of the 67 examples is part of a deeply personal journey, enveloped in the Multimatic On Track program. Owners are not merely handed the keys; they are ushered into an elite circle. Factory-supported track days, one-on-one coaching, and direct guidance from development drivers transform ownership into an immersive narrative – an experience where car, driver, and heritage unite in symphony.
As the last wave of production begins, the GT Mk IV becomes both a celebration and a farewell. It is the closing note of a saga that began in rivalry and triumph, now ending in artistry and freedom. Like the 1967 GT40 Mk IV it pays homage to, this final edition is destined to be more than a machine; it is a legend, crystallized in carbon, born for speed, and bound for eternity.
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