Ford V-8 Engine from GT40 Mark II Race Car, circa 1966
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After disappointing results with the 289-cubic-inch engine in the original GT40, Ford fitted its GT40 Mark II with a modified version of the company's NASCAR-proven 427. The GT40 started winning, and no victory was sweeter than at Le Mans in 1966 where Ford broke Ferrari's six-year winning streak. Ford won again, with the 427-powered Mark IV, in 1967.
After disappointing results with the 289-cubic-inch engine in the original GT40, Ford fitted its GT40 Mark II with a modified version of the company's NASCAR-proven 427. The GT40 started winning, and no victory was sweeter than at Le Mans in 1966 where Ford broke Ferrari's six-year winning streak. Ford won again, with the 427-powered Mark IV, in 1967.
Artifact
Automobile engine
Date Made
circa 1966
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Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2006.68.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Metal
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