In 1963, Ford tried to buy Ferrari. Enzo Ferrari said yes, then said no, then insulted Henry Ford II to his face. What happened next became one of the greatest rivalries in racing history.
This is the true story behind the Ford GT40, the car Ford built with one goal: beat Ferrari at Le Mans, on Ferrari’s own turf. It’s the real history behind the movie Ford v Ferrari, told through the actual events of 1963-1969 — the failed buyout, Carroll Shelby’s rebuild of the GT40, the controversial 1966 photo finish, and the four straight Le Mans wins that followed.
If you’re into classic car history, motorsport history, and the true stories behind Hollywood movies, this one’s for you.
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