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2026 AFX MegaG+ FORD GT40 CHASSIS Slot Car Limited Edition 'T-Jet Turquoise' #1
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Price: $44.99
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Item Description
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Designed with the 1960's Aurora GT40 in Turquoise as my inspiration, this GT40 MKii is a beautifully updated version of one of my favorite childhood racers! I hope you enjoy racing it as much as I did with the design.
Experience the thrill of racing with the 2026 AFX MEGA G+ iconic FORD GT40 slot car. This slot car is perfect for enthusiasts and collectors alike, designed for tracks and compatible with HO scale accessories. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this original model features the durable Mega G+ chassis, ensuring high performance and longevity. Suitable for ages 8 and up, it's an excellent addition to any slot car collection or a thoughtful gift for the hobbyist in your life. Get ready to rev up the excitement with this sleek Ford GT model.
This listing is for ONE (1) New on card AFX Mega G+ 1.5mm Short chassis HO Slot Car tribute to the iconic, Ford GT40.
Part 22131, Limited Collector Edition. Only 2004 pieces made.
Key Historical Racing Facts About the Ford GT40
The Ford GT40 was born from corporate rivalry and engineering ambition, ultimately revolutionizing endurance racing. Here's a curated list of pivotal facts from its development and racing legacy:
Origins in Revenge: Development began in 1963 after Henry Ford II's failed bid to acquire Ferrari, sparking a mission to dominate Le Mans. Ford partnered with Lola Cars' Eric Broadley and engineers like Roy Lunn and John Wyer to create a mid-engine prototype based on the Lola GT.
Iconic Naming: The "GT" stands for Grand Touring, while "40" refers to the car's low-slung height of just 40 inches (lowered from the Lola GT's 42 inches for better aerodynamics).
Early Powerplants: Initial prototypes used a 4.2-liter (255-cubic-inch) V8 producing around 350 hp, upgraded to a 4.7-liter (289-cubic-inch) version; later Mk II models adopted the beastly 7.0-liter (427-cubic-inch) V8 with 485–505 hp and up to 470 lb-ft of torque, proven in NASCAR.
Debut and Early Struggles: The GT40 first raced at the Nürburgring in May 1964, but its 1964 Le Mans debut was disastrous—both entries retired due to gearbox and suspension failures.
Shelby Takes Over: In 1965, Ford handed management to Carroll Shelby, leading to a win at the Daytona 24 Hours and a 1st-3rd finish at Le Mans (with a Shelby Cobra taking 2nd).
1966 Le Mans Triumph: The Mk IIs swept the podium at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans in rainy conditions, ending Ferrari's six-year dominance and marking the first 1-2-3 finish by American cars; drivers included Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon for the win.
Podium Dominance in '66: That year, GT40s also took 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th at Daytona, and a podium sweep at Sebring, securing Ford the World Sportscar Championship Manufacturers' title.
1967 Upgrades and Wins: The Mk IV, with an aluminum honeycomb chassis, won Sebring (driven by Mario Andretti and Bruce McLaren) and Le Mans (Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt finished four laps ahead), becoming the first all-American car to win Le Mans outright since 1921.
Tragic Setback: During 1967 testing, legendary driver Ken Miles died in a crash of the experimental "J-car" (precursor to the Mk IV), just months after his controversial photo-finish "loss" at Daytona due to Ford's marketing decision.
Back-to-Back Glory: Despite FIA rules limiting engines to 5.0 liters for prototypes, John Wyer's Gulf Oil-sponsored Mk Is won Le Mans in 1968 (chassis 1075) and 1969 (same chassis, driven by Jackie Ickx and Hans Herrmann), completing four straight victories.
Top Speed Feat: A 1967 Mk IV achieved a blistering 213 mph during testing, showcasing the car's raw potential on the Mulsanne Straight.
Rarity and Value: One of the 1966 Le Mans third-place GT40s sold for $9.8 million at auction in 2018; only seven road-legal Mk III variants were produced in 1967, featuring a detuned 305-hp V8.
Lasting Legacy: The GT40's success prompted Ford's withdrawal from European sports car racing in 1968, but its DNA influenced modern supercars like the 2005 Ford GT revival.
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