792-Mile 2005 Ford GT
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2005 Ford GT Exterior Walk-Around
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2005 Ford GT Undercarriage
Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Originally conceived as a concept car to celebrate the upcoming centenary of the Ford Motor Company in 2003, the reimagined Ford GT first appeared at the North American International Auto Show in January 2002 prior to formally entering production in 2004. Its concept is widely attributed to then Ford Chief Creative Officer J Mays, who also presided over the introduction of Ford’s similarly retro-inspired fifth-generation Mustang. Each would form part of a concerted Retrofuturistic marketing approach by the Blue Oval in the early 2000s in celebration of their past successes in the luxury and performance sectors; the new GT forming its centerpiece in honor of Ford’s four consecutive wins at Le Mans in the 1960s with its era-defining GT40 and MK IV models. Now joined by the high-tech second generation Ford GT often described as a Le Mans car for the road, the first generation provides a more driver-focused approach with 550 horsepower and a manual transmission which served as the “pace car for an entire company.”
This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.
9 knockouts from the George Foreman collection
Highlights
Offered from The George Foreman Collection
A single-owner example retained by George Foreman since new
A highly collectible example offered with just 792 miles at the time of cataloging
Equipped with all four factory options, including painted racing stripes, lightweight forged aluminum BBS wheels, gun metal grey brake calipers, and a McIntosh digital sound system
Finished in Mark IV Red paint with White GT over-the-top racing stripes
One of just 4,038 second-generation GTs produced, and one of 2,027 constructed for 2005
Powered by a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 paired with a six-speed manual transmission
Capable of 0-60 miles per hour in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 205 miles per hour
Full three-stage paint correction, detail, and battery replacement conducted by Dr. D’Tail in August 2019 at a cost of $1,855.37
Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report
Features
Ricardo six-speed manual transmission
Race-inspired front and rear double-wishbone suspension
Rack-and-pinion steering
Twin-disc clutch
Limited-slip differential
Brembo vented disc brakes
Stainless steel dual exhaust
Dry-sump lubrication
Carbon fiber bucket seats trimmed in black leather
Dual-remote control side view mirrors
Power windows and door locks
Remote keyless illuminated entry
HID headlights
Forged aluminum capless fuel filling system
Tilt/telescoping leather wrapped steering wheel
Air conditioning
Racing-inspired toggle switches
Painted-magnesium center tunnel
Known Imperfections
Please note that the vehicles in The George Foreman Collection have been in long-term static storage and will benefit from additional mechanical attention prior to being driven. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo galleries of each lot. All lots are sold as is, where is, and bidders are responsible for any desired diligence before placing a bid.
Small paint chip by the driver’s front door corner
Driver’s door side stripe vinyl is scratched
Loose parking brake boot
Oxidized switchgear
Delaminating interior rearview mirror
Light oxidation on exterior metals and in the engine bay
Included
Owner's manual
A small amount of paperwork
Deluxe Marti Auto Works Report
Ownership History
The accompanying Marti report shows that the vehicle was purchased new from Lone Star Ford of Houston, Texas on 27 September 2004. The clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report confirms its single owner status and reveals a slow accrual of mileage, featuring a scant 792 miles at the time of cataloging.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.
Contact: Cason Vogel Phone: 904.504.7848 email: cvogel@hagerty.com