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CROSSING THE BLOCK

UNLEASHING

THE EXQUISITE 2019 FORD GT LIGHTWEIGHT EDITION

INNOV A TION

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The Ford GT embodies innovation. By reviving In its racing configuration, the GT reigned
the GT, Ford embarked on a new chapter in supreme in its class, delivering a performance that
its lineage of performance cars. Right from the was truly unmatched. A standout moment came
beginning, the GT was meticulously engineered on the memorable 50th anniversary of Ford's
as a race car tailored for the open road. Every initial triumph at the legendary 24 Hours of Le
detail, from its creases and angles to its vents and Mans, where they achieved a remarkable podium
channels, was shaped with relentless dedication sweep. Ford celebrated this significant milestone
to optimize aerodynamics. This deliberate by securing victory in the 2016 Le Mans Grand
engineering approach resulted in a stunning Touring Endurance Professional (LMGTE) Pro
design that seamlessly merges form and function, Class with the No. 68 American entry piloted by
epitomizing the concept of marrying aesthetics Joey Hand, Sébastien Bourdais and Dirk Müller.
with purpose. The GT was more than prepared This triumph was a testament to the GT's prowess
to conquer any race circuit and outperform its and the exceptional skill of its drivers, solidifying
competitors ‒ and conquer it certainly did. Ford's place among the racing elite.

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