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No Reserve Classics is honored to present what we believe to be one
of the most historically significant Ford GTs ever offered for
private ownership. PB1-1 represents a once-in-a-generation
opportunity to acquire an irreplaceable piece of Ford Performance
history, complete with exceptional provenance, continuous ownership
history, and an archive that documents the rebirth of one of
America's greatest performance icons. Vehicles of this significance
are rarely available, and once placed into a major collection, may
never again be publicly offered.
PB1-1 is far more than an early Ford GT-it is one of the most
historically significant vehicles ever produced by Ford
Performance. As the very first vehicle in Ford's PB1
(Production-Representative Build Phase 1) program, this prototype
marked the beginning of the production validation process that
ultimately led to customer deliveries of the 2005 Ford GT. Built to
verify Ford's manufacturing procedures while maintaining
production-level specifications, PB1-1 became one of only two Ford
GTs selected to travel to Europe for final high-speed validation
testing. Powered by Ford's legendary 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8
paired with a Ricardo 6-speed manual transaxle, this prototype
achieved a certified 209.1 MPH during testing at Italy's famed
Nard� Ring, validating Ford's performance claims before the first
production GT ever reached customers. Equipped with factory
development cooling air foils, SVT track alignment, a full roll
cage, dual Sparco 5-point harnesses, and serving as the Development
Hoosier R6 Tire Program vehicle, PB1-1 remains one of the most
important engineering vehicles in Ford GT history.
Finished in its instantly recognizable yellow exterior, PB1-1
retains the unique appearance it carried throughout Ford's European
validation program. While outwardly resembling a production Ford
GT, the car features factory prototype development components and
testing equipment used during sustained high-speed evaluation at
Nard�. Every aspect of the vehicle reflects its engineering
purpose, from its aerodynamic development cooling air foils to its
track-prepared stance. As one of only two Ford GTs chosen for
European testing, this prototype represents the exact configuration
Ford engineers relied upon to prove the capabilities of the modern
GT before production commenced.
Inside, PB1-1 balances production Ford GT design with functional
engineering equipment installed specifically for testing and
validation. The cockpit features factory GT seating complemented by
a professionally integrated roll cage and dual Sparco 5-point
racing harnesses used during high-speed development. The interior
remains remarkably preserved and serves as a rare glimpse into
Ford's Special Vehicle Team development program, showcasing the
equipment and configuration utilized while validating one of
America's greatest modern supercars.
Unlike nearly every other development prototype from the era, PB1-1
survived Ford's testing program and has remained remarkably intact
with continuous ownership history and extraordinary documentation.
Following Ford's invitation-only sale of select development
vehicles, the car was acquired directly from Ford Motor Company by
a longtime Ford enthusiast, who meticulously preserved both the
vehicle and its extensive historical archive. Included is what is
believed to be one of the most comprehensive Ford GT documentation
collections in existence, consisting of the original Ford SVT
Equipment Sale Agreement, engineering documentation, Target 200
test media, original Nard� testing documents, display boards,
historical photographs, original CDs, posters, event materials, and
correspondence documenting PB1-1's pivotal role in the rebirth of
the Ford GT. Featured during the European Ford GT press launch and
documented as a BBC Top Gear Magazine test vehicle in July 2004,
this prototype represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to
acquire an irreplaceable piece of Ford Performance history.
As always, if you're an extremely interested buyer and are not
quite yet convinced about the condition of our vehicle, we not only
welcome inspections but we encourage them! Please feel free to set
up an appointment with any credible inspector and we'll be more
than happy to put this car up on a lift for a thorough
comprehensive inspection!
Please keep in mind that this vehicle is one of our newest arrivals
and can be purchased as-is or with additional options. We are
currently in the process of inspecting, servicing, and detailing
this vehicle. Please allow up to 4-6 weeks to complete this
vehicle!
Under the Hood:
5.4L Supercharged DOHC Modular V8
550 Horsepower
Ricardo 6-Speed Manual Transaxle
PB1-1 Production-Representative Build Vehicle
Certified 209.1 MPH at the Nard� Ring, Italy
One of Only Two Ford GTs Sent to Europe for High-Speed Validation
Testing
Development Cooling Air Foils
Development Hoosier R6 Tire Program Vehicle
SVT Track Alignment Specifications
Factory Roll Cage
Dual Sparco 5-Point Racing Harnesses
Exterior:
Factory Yellow Exterior Finish
Original PB1-1 Prototype Configuration
Prototype Development Cooling Air Foils
Factory Engineering Test Vehicle
European Press Launch Vehicle
High-Speed Validation Configuration
One of the Most Historically Significant Ford GTs Ever Produced
Interior:
Factory Black Leather Interior
Factory Ford GT Bucket Seats
Factory Aluminum Interior Trim
Integrated Roll Cage
Dual Sparco 5-Point Racing Harnesses
Prototype Engineering Configuration
Documentation & Provenance:
PB1-1 - First Vehicle in Ford's PB1 Production-Representative Build
Program
VIN: 1FAFP90S25Y400037
Original Ford SVT Equipment Sale Agreement
Continuous Provenance from Original Ford Owner
Acquired Directly from Ford Motor Company
Extensive Ford Engineering Documentation
Original Target 200 Test Media
Original Nard� Testing Documents
Original Display Boards
Historical Photographs & Archive
Original CDs, Posters & Event Materials
Featured During the European Ford GT Press Launch
Documented BBC Top Gear Magazine Test Vehicle (July 2004)
Historical Significance:
The First Vehicle Built in Ford's PB1 Production Validation
Program
Helped Launch the Modern Ford GT into Production
Certified Ford GT's 209.1 MPH Top Speed Before Customer
Deliveries
One of Only Two Ford GTs Used for European High-Speed Validation
Testing
Driven by International Journalists During the European Press
Launch
One of the Most Extensively Documented Ford GT Prototypes Known to
Exist
Continuous Ownership History with Exceptional Provenance
A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity to Own an Irreplaceable Piece of
Ford Performance History
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