In 1966, Ford entered a few GT 40 Mk.11 racecars to compete in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. The result was an unprecedented 1-2-3 podium sweep, as cars from the likes of Ferrari and Porsche were left to wonder what happened.
This summer marks the 50th anniversary of that historic accomplishment, and on June 18, Ford will return to the classic endurance race to once again do battle with the grand touring establishment. Today, race organizer ACO (Automobile Club de l’Ouest) confirmed that four GT supercars have been accepted to compete. The cars will sport numbers 66 through 69.
“It was great to see all four Ford GTs up there on the Le Mans entry list today,” said Dave Pericak, Ford Performance global director, who attended this afternoon’s press conference in Paris. “Newcomers are by no means guaranteed an entry, whatever their history or ambitions, so we thank the ACO for giving Ford the opportunity for a four-car assault in June.”
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