Why the Ford GT40 MKIV?

Even as a child, I was captivated by a small but fascinating model car. It was a Ford GT40 MKIV that my father gave me at the beginning of the 1970s. I can still remember the moment when I held the model in my hands for the first time. The shape of this car, its aerodynamics and its aggressive look still fascinate me to this day. But it wasn’t just the model itself that impressed me, but the history and heritage it embodied.

The real turning point came when I saw the legendary movie “Le Mans” with Steve McQueen for the first time. At that moment, I was hooked for good. The myth of Le Mans and the challenge of driving a 24-hour race still fascinate me to this day.

For me, the Ford GT40, especially the MKIV version, is more than just a car – it was a symbol of speed, innovation and the unstoppable will to build the best racing car.

It was no longer just a dream, but a goal: I wanted to own such a racing car, but not just any car, but the Ford GT40 MKIV – the car that played a decisive role in the history of Le Mans. The MKIV, which won Le Mans in 1967, has a special significance for me. Its technical sophistication, coupled with its unmistakable design, have never let go of me.

Since then, I have cherished the idea of creating this masterpiece of engineering myself. It is more than just a project; it is the fulfillment of a childhood dream, the pursuit of perfection that I unfortunately never achieve and the fascination for a vehicle that has been with me for decades.