Ford GT40 Mk I
The low-slung Mk I that returned to win Le Mans in 1968 and 1969.
- Power
- 385 bhp
- Est. value
- $5m–$14m
About the Ford GT40 Mk I
The GT40 programme began as Ford’s bid to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans after talks with Ferrari collapsed. The 4.7-litre Mk I was the original competition design, with a low mid-engine layout and British-developed chassis. Larger-engined Mk IIs won in 1966; revised Mk Is subsequently won Le Mans in 1968 and 1969. An original competition car is a visceral, noisy racing machine, not a modern road-going Ford GT.
Ford GT40 Mk I specs
The Ford GT40 Mk I produces 385 bhp (287 kW) and 447 Nm (330 lb-ft) of torque.
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | GT40 |
| Generation | Mk I |
| Trim | Mk I competition |
| Years | 1964–1969 |
| Type | Race car |
| Body style | 2-door racing coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 87 built |
| Engine | 4.7L naturally aspirated mid-mounted V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,727 cc (4.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 385 bhp (287 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 447 Nm (330 lb-ft) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Ford GT40 Mk I worth?
A typical Ford GT40 Mk I is estimated to be worth $5,000,000 – $14,000,000 (about £3,730,000 – £10,440,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ford GT40 Mk I rarity in CarSpot
The Ford GT40 Mk I is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ford GT40 Mk I fun facts
- GT40 refers to the car’s approximately 40-inch overall height.
- The Mk I won Le Mans outright in both 1968 and 1969; the 1966 winner was a Mk II.
