To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Arizona event, 17 - 18
January 2019.
Estimate:
$300,000 - $400,000
- Less than 800 miles from new
- The 219th of 222 examples finished in Centennial White for
2006
- Optioned with racing stripes, forged BBS wheels, and red
painted calipers
- Accompanied by factory accessories
Ford shocked the European automotive establishment when they
captured 1st place at the most prestigious endurance road racing
event in the world, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. They would ultimately
win four years in a row from 1966 to 1969 with the incredible Ford
GT40. In 2005 and 2006, to commemorate those legendary Le Mans
victories and celebrate the company's centennial, Ford once again
shocked the automotive world when they unleashed their new supercar
and the second iteration of the iconic GT.
Built in limited numbers for only two model years, the Ford GT
boasts a mid-mounted, 32-valve 5.4-liter 550-hp V-8 topped with a
twin-screw supercharger shifted through a six-speed transaxle. An
all-independent suspension system and massive Brembo ventilated
disc brakes complemented the powerful drive train. The Ford GT
delivers thrilling performance with a top speed of over 200 mph and
lightning-fast acceleration (Motor Trend recorded a quarter mile
estimated time of 11.5 seconds at 128.7 mph). However, the GT is
remarkably docile around town with a light-feeling clutch. Luxury
amenities such as a leather seats, inspired by the original GT40,
as well as air conditioning and power windows. Furthermore, the
interior is spacious enough to be occupied by tall drivers,
comfortably making the Ford GT a pleasure to drive even on long
tours.
This 2006 Ford GT, finished in Centennial White with contrasting
black leather interior, was completed by the Ford factory in early
2006. It was the 219th of only 222 examples finished in that color
for 2006. Delivered new in Ontario, Canada, it was later acquired
by a prominent Texas collector in 2008 after accumulating a mere
578 miles from new. Since then it has been fastidiously cared for
and meticulously preserved in a climate-controlled environment.
Driven sparsely in the last decade, the odometer is now showing
less than 786 miles. Options include painted body stripes, red
painted Brembo brake calipers, and lightweight BBS forged aluminum
wheels. As a Canadian-delivery example, the McIntosh stereo was not
offered as an available option. An impressive collection of factory
equipment and accessories accompany the car, including an air
compressor, tow hook, battery charger, and car cover with matching
storage bag. Even the original interior information hanging tags
are still with the car. Furthermore, the car includes an original
window sticker and production certificate.
With documented low mileage and a lifetime of attentive stewardship
bestowed upon it, this spectacular Ford GT is worth serious
consideration by any discriminating collector.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/az19.
