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This is the most expensive Ford GT40 ever sold – despite its calamitous history
A Ford GT40 MkII which managed 12 laps at the famous 1966 Le Mans 24 Hours has become been auctioned for a record amount
The 24 Hour War
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- Last updated: September 19th 2019
The 24 Hour War, directed by Nate Adams and Adam Carolla, is due for release “soon” and charts the Ford vs Ferrari battle at Le Mans in the 1960s. The fight began after Enzo Ferrari refused to sell his company to Henry Ford II after months of negotiations. As payback Ford vowed to beat him at his own game. The result? The Ford GT40 and one of the greatest stories in the history of sports car racing.
Trailer – The 24 Hour War
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