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“The Ford GT Carbon Series stands out on the the Carbon Series was first revealed. “While the
road with its striking carbon fiber-rich design and Ford GT Competition model appeals to hardcore
on the track with its athleticism,” said Hermann racing enthusiasts, we found more customers
Salenbauch, then Ford Performance global asking for more exposed carbon fiber with the
director, upon the car’s introduction. “It is yet air conditioning and radio still intact. So we
another example of how we can bring to life our Le developed the Carbon Series to satisfy that need,
Mans-winning supercar in new and exciting ways while providing a distinct look.”
so our customers can share in that magical legacy.” For the 2020 model year, Ford delivered even more
The carbon-fiber theme carried through to the performance. The titanium exhaust from Akrapovic
interior, which featured matte carbon fiber on the became standard equipment. That, plus revised
center console, air register pods and door sills. The engine calibration to the mid-mounted 3.5-liter
car’s racing influence is apparent through details twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 for a broader torque
like the F1-inspired carbon-fiber steering wheel band, improved cooling, higher-energy ignition
wrapped in Alcantara with an integrated LED rev coils, gallery-cooled pistons and larger intercoolers
indicator and 6-point harnesses with anchors. resulted in an increase of 13 horsepower up to
660, with 550 ft/lbs of torque. The engine is
“This is just another example of how we listen to
our customers at Ford,” said Lance Mosley, then backed by a 7-speed Getrag dual-clutch automatic
Ford Performance marketing manager, when transmission.

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