Source: Kirkham Motorsports

The Ford 40GT is a special project that combines the running gear of a 2005 Ford GT with the stunning good looks of a \'40 convertible body made of pure copper.

The body was formed at the factory in Poland and then shipped to our facility in Provo Utah. In Provo we completed the frame, suspension, and installed the engine and transaxle. Once the mechanical work was completed we polished the exterior of the car to a mirror like finish. The flames are a brushed satin finish.

The interior was also done in Provo. The interior is lined with an African hardwood called Bubinga and trimmed in black leather with brushed aluminum accents. The shifter and shift mechanism from the Ford GT are utilized in the custom center console.

The engine is the 550 horsepower 5.4l supercharged unit from the Ford GT. We also utilized the 6 speed transaxle, brakes and suspension uprights from the GT. Although the body is pure copper, the car weighs less than the GT and in theory it should be faster to 100mph.

This car is available for purchase. For details call Kirkham Motorsports at 801-377-8224

Ford 40GT Specifications

Powertrain
5.4l DOHC 4 valve supercharged V-8
550 hp at 6500 rpm
500 lb-ft torque at 3750 rpm
mid-engine rear wheel drive
6 speed Ford GT transaxle by Ricardo
triple disk clutch

Chassis
tubular 304 stainless steel DOM frame
fully independent double wishbone suspension front and rear
Kirkham billet aluminum control arms
Penske aluminum racing shocks
Ford GT suspension uprights and hubs
rack and pinion steering
Brembo stagger-bore four piston calipers
Borla custom stainless exhaust

Body
pure copper body 1.5mm thick (.060\")
polished finish
satin flames

Wheels and Tires
wheels, Ford GT BBS, 18x9 front 19x11.5 rear
tires, Pirelli P-Zero Corsa, 265/35-18 front 345/35-19 rear

Interior
hand shaped Bubinga hardwood dash, door panels, console, and rear bulkhead
black leather seating surfaces
brushed aluminum accents
chrome bezel masterpiece instrumentation by Ford Racing Performance Parts