The Ford GT is unfortunately on its means out, however Ford shouldn’t be letting it exit with out a bang. Ford has unveiled the 2023 GT Mk IV, which is a track-only model of the GT. The final road-going model is the GT LM Version that we noticed final month.
The 2023 Ford GT Mk IV arrives with greater than 800 horsepower, however Ford hasn’t given plenty of particulars and solely says that it’s powered by a “distinctive twin-turbo EcoBoost engine” that’s mated to a racing transmission. It additionally makes use of a distinct chassis with an extended wheelbase to enhance dealing with, plus Multimatic’s Adaptive Spool Valve (ASV) suspension. The physique has additionally been reworked to enhance the aerodynamics.
“The unique GT Mk IV held nothing again for max observe efficiency, and the brand new Ford GT Mk IV brings it in the identical means,” stated Mark Rushbrook, international director, Ford Efficiency Motorsports. “With a good higher-level of motorsport engineering and efficiency, plus a very new carbon fiber physique that’s practical and putting, the Mk IV is the last word sendoff of the third-generation supercar.”
Ford solely plans to construct 67 models, a quantity honoring the unique 1967 GT Mk IV race automotive and every one might be priced at $1.7 million. Deliveries are anticipated in late spring 2023.