Roadster
Chassis #: GT/108
Sold for $7,650,000 at 2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey.
Though only 40 inches, the Ford GT40 would be packed with everything that would make it great and iconic. But, it would take time. Therefore, those within the program believed in what they were doing, but they thought they could do even better. What was the thought? What if the extreme performance of Ford's Ferrari-killer could be combined with an aesthetically pleasing design making it available for production and the road?Ford would begin its relationship with Eric Broadley with Lola to take its Mk 6 car and turn it into the miniscule GT40. But to take on Ferrari, Ford would have to invest heavy sums. The campaign would practically change the face of motorsport overnight and would leave those at Ford reeling somewhat. As a result, there would be a good deal of interest to build another example of the GT40, this one a roadster.At just 40 inches tall, a roadster version was a bright idea to offer and entice potential customers. Broadley would find the interest in a production car rather disappointing and distracting and, as a result, would pull Lola out of the picture. Development of the GT40 would continue under Ford Advanced Vehicles (FAV).
In spite of Broadley's departure from the program the basis had been set, the mid-engined GT40 was progressing. There were still some teething issues hampering the potential of the car but it was clear the car would become a force to be reckoned with in the very near future.
At the time Jim Clark took to the wheel of the GT40 the car had been refinished with a flat black nose and hood. Under Robertson's ownership the nose would be refinished to its original livery and remains to this very day. In the early 80s the roadster would return to Cluxton and then would pass on to Tom Congleton. Under Congleton's ownership the car would undergo restoration and would even take part in a number of vintage races.
Roadster
Chassis #: GT/108
Sold for $7,650,000 at 2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey.
This Ford GT40 Roadster was the first of six Roadster Prototype open cars built. It was completed by Ford Advanced Vehicles in England in March of 1965. It was first delivered to Carroll Shelby shops and tested at Silverstone by John Whitmore and Dickie Atwood, and by Ken Miles at Riverside that year. The car was the official factory test bed for the ZF transaxle, and resulted in all GT40s using the ZF from then on. GT108 has had a very active racing history, both in world-wide competition while new, and in vintage racing more recently. It has never been seriously damaged and is the only intact and fully original roadster remaining.The initial prototypes were all coupes, based on the design criteria of the time. Only four roadsters were built. Of the other three, one exists only as parts, one was converted to a coupe and the other has long since vanished. This car was the official test bed for the ZF transaxle. Successfully completing thousands of miles and resulting in all GT40's using the ZF from then on.
In July 1965, the car was taken to LAX Airport in Los Angeles for a meeting with the Ford directors, who were given rides by Ken Miles, who was instrumental in the GT40 project. When it was Mr. Ford's turn, Carroll Shelby himself jumped behind the wheel. The car was later featured at the U.S. Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, where it was driven by Formula 1 champion and Indianapolis 500 winner Jim Clark. The car remained with the Ford Motor Company until 1969. Since then it has been enjoyed by a number of American collectors, including GT40 expert Harley Cluxton.
1965 Ford GT40
Ford
2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $7,000,000-USD $9,000,000
Sale Price :
USD $7,650,000
2014 RM Auctions at Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $8,000,000-USD $10,000,000
Sale Price :
USD $6,930,000
1965 Ford GT40 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford GT40
(Data based on Model Year 1965 sales)
1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype Chassis#: GT/108 Sold for USD$7,650,000 2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1966 Ford GT40 Mk II Chassis#: P/1016 Sold for USD$9,795,000 2018 RM Sothebys : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype Chassis#: GT/108 Sold for USD$6,930,000 2014 RM Auctions at Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1965 Ford GT40 MK V Coupe Chassis#: GT40P1128 Sold for USD$181,500 2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
1965 FORD GT MKI FASTBACK Sold for USD$61,000 2001 Kruse Auction - Branson, MO |
Ford GT40s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1965 Ford GT40's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster | 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | ||||
1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster | 2020 Mecum : Indy | $7,500,000 | $7,500,000 | $10,000,000 | |
1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | ||||
1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster | GT/109 | 2019 Mecum : Monterey | |||
1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster | 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | $10,000,000 | |||
1965 Ford GT40 | P/1034 | 2013 RM Auctions Arizona | $2,150,000 | $2,400,000 | $3,000,000 |
1965 Ford GT40 Works Prototype Roadster | GT/111 | 2011 RM Auctions Villa d'Este | $2,100,000 | $2,400,000 | $2,900,000 |
1965 Ford GT40 Endurance Racing Coupe | 1018 | 2009 Bonhams Goodwood Festival of Speed | $900,000 | $1,100,000 |
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