The 2016 running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans marks the 50th anniversary of Ford’s first legendary victory over Ferrari, and Ford is returning to the Circuit de la Sarthe with an all-new Ford GT with hopes of repeating history. Although most Ford fans can’t afford the 600-horsepower, twin-turbo Ecoboost V-6-powered GT, which has a price tag rumored to be north of $400,000, the automaker is rolling out a limited number of Le Mans 50th Anniversary special editions, reports AutoCar.
The 50th Anniversary package will be available on the Focus RS, Mustang GT, Focus ST, and Fiesta ST, and will be limited to just 50 units per model. Before you pick up your phone to call your local Ford dealer, however, know that the 50th Anniversary package is only available in France.
The 50th Anniversary vehicles will wear unique Black Mica paint with silver racing stripes that recall the GT40 driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon that won the historic 1966 Le Mans contest. Beyond the aesthetics of the special edition, Ford hooked each model up with the appropriate performance packages based on its model. For the Fiesta ST, that means the Performance and Parking packages that add, among other things, 17-inch wheels, red brake calipers, and a parking-assist system.
The Focus RS adds the Comfort Pack Premium Pack , bringing cruise control, an upgraded sound system, and keyless entry to the package. The Focus ST adds the Style Pack with its 18-inch wheels and red brake calipers. The Mustang GT is upgraded with a Premium Package to befit its special edition status, adding options like leather seats, the Shaker sound system, and Ford’s SYNC 3 system.
Pricing for the 50th Anniversary Fords range from $30,500 for the Fiesta ST to $52,500 for the Mustang GT, but as mentioned above, sales are limited to France. So if you are on that side of the pond, place your order today.