The Ford GT LM Edition marks the end of the Ford GT’s action-packed life
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“It’s the end of an era”. A sentence that has dominated the automotive scene since the mass introduction of electric vehicles and the discontinuation of cherished nameplates. Again, time waits for no motor and the unveiling of the Ford GT LM Edition marks the final chapter of the Ford GT’s life.
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An icon. A poster car. A Goliath of the automotive industry. The Ford GT is a ubiquitous name steeped in all facets of the automotive world, from Le Mans endurance racing to rally concepts.
The final hoorah of the Ford GT is presented as a homage to the car’s long-standing racing pedigree and victories in the prestigious Le Mans races, from the heralded 1966 sweeping podium victory to the most recent win in 2016. America’s most prolific supercar will see only 20 examples of its LM Edition, with production said to conclude at the end of this year.
The special edition treatment sees the Ford GT receive a stunning Liquid Silver exterior colour and accents harking to the livery of the race-winning No. 68 Ford GT’s livery. The No.68 GT sported a red and blue livery, the LM Edition has the option to feature a red or blue accent finish. Customers can opt for exposed carbon along elements such as the front splitter, door sills, rear diffuser and a few other bits around the car.
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As for the wheels, the LM Edition is kitted with 20-inch exposed gloss carbon fibre wheels with corresponding red or blue inner barrel accents. The car also receives Brembo brake callipers, and titanium lug nuts said to modernize the overall package. Most notably, the LM Edition is outfitted with a 3D-printed titanium dual-exit exhaust. The tips are said to possess a cyclonic design and contribute to the LM Edition’s twin-turbo power plant, possibly producing upwards of 492 kW.
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As for the interior, expect Alcantara-wrapped carbon fibre seats with matching red or blue accents. As if a livery celebrating previous winners wasn’t enough, the instrument panel consists of ground-up pieces of the 2016 race-winning car’s crankshaft. The instrument panel is wrapped in a medley of Alcantara and leather, with carbon fibre appearing throughout the cabin.
It is the end of an era, and with that comes the untimely send-off of many beloved names. However, as one door closes, another opens, and although petrol power will still hold a special place in our hearts, the electric future is looking bright.
