NAIAS 2015: The Return Of The Ford GT

by Cameron Aubernon

January 12th, 2015 10:56 AM

We thought this wouldn’t happen, but here it is: The Ford GT has returned.

The new GT will begin production late in 2016, and will be sold in select markets around the world in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Ford’s destruction of Ferrari at Le Mans with the GT40.

Power for the GT is derived from a mid-mounted next-gen twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 producing upwards of 600 horsepower, which is sent to the back via a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle.

Surrounding the engine and transaxle is bodywork composed of carbon fiber with front and rear aluminum subframes. The body itself is heavily optimized for aero and downforce, and features an active rear spoiler that follows both speed and what the driver desires.

Other features include: adjustable ride height; 20-inch wheels mounted in Michelin Pilot Super Sport Cup 2 tires with a composition made specifically for the GT; upward swinging doors; and Ford’s new SYNC 3 connected-vehicle system.

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MRF 95 T-Bird on Jan 13, 2015

If this new GT sells well or at least gets good buzz in the auto press it could force Chevrolet to finally build a mid-engine super car that is segmented above a Corvette but not a replacement. I don't think hard core Corvette aficionados are too thrilled with the prospect of a mid-engine Vette.

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Rockets on Jan 13, 2015

Hot Wheels goes mainstream. My 6 year-old self is in love.

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