Ford's new supercar

[JB400]

https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2015/01/12/ford-redefines-innovation-with-gt-supercar.html

http://jalopnik.com/ford-gt-this-is-it-1678893649

[tan top]

 not my cup of tea ,   bit weird  going with a V6 motor  , I know its prolly for Eco crap

[Mike DC]

 
They are probably using the V6 Eco-motor on that car by choice to boost (the motor's) image. 

[Ponch ®]

I dig it.

I know for a lot of us, it's hard to fathom the idea of certain cars having a six cylinder engine for a variety of reasons (tradition,etc). But then again, with tech being what it is....do you really care if its a 4 banger, a V6, or a V12 if either way you're getting 500hp? I dont.

[ACUDANUT]

That Ford GT still looks 10 times better than a Viper or Corvette.  

[JB400]

Turbo v6= less weight, better weight distribution= better handling.

This isn't exactly what I was thinking Ford would put out, but it's somewhat cool.

[Mike DC]

 
The current regular V6 & V8 Mustangs are only about 100 lbs apart, and that figure might even include some chassis/drivetrain beef-ups. 

A good intercooled twin-turbo V6 will probably not save any big amount of weight compared to a natural V8.  And the TT setup brings a lot of downsides too.

[don duick]

well gm and Chrysler certainly do not have anything that compares to that for looks.

[6spd68]

Looks awesome!  Although I'd rather a NA V8 to the boost, but that's just me.  Probably more so because I've owned an 80's turbo car 

[John_Kunkel]

Not sure if I would fit in it but if I did I'd drive the wheels off it.

[J-440]

 They're running this car at LeMans next year.  Finally Ford will be back in action.  I always loved the race and try and watch as much as I can online. 
  Not to hijack this thread, but the new Mustang (which is hideous) that has the Ecotech 4 turbo will now have V8 sounds pumping through the sound system.  Guess the 4 banger is a little too quiet for some folk.

[polywideblock]

now I wonder who designed it      oh that's right it was an aussie   


                        http://www.news.com.au/technology/innovation/detroit-shock-australian-designs-new-ford-gt-supercar-but-it-wont-be-sold-down-under/story-fnjwucvh-1227182815256

[Cooter]

By 2017, Ford will discontinue gas V8, save for Shelby GT500.
THAT'S why the V6

[ACUDANUT]

 So, what is the real price tag ? More than a Hellcat Challenger ?

[Mytur Binsdirti]

So, what is the real price tag ? More than a Hellcat Challenger ?

What do you think?

[myk]

Looks awesome!  Although I'd rather a NA V8 to the boost, but that's just me.  Probably more so because I've owned an 80's turbo car 

The new GT reminds me of the Jaguar XJ220; that car had a twin turbo V6 as well. 

Most of us are old school car guys and will always favor displacement over anything else.  Personally, I feel a muscle car or exotic/super car should only be running with 8 slugs or more in its block; anything else is sacrilege.  Is it rational?  In the face of modern technology no, but muscle cars and exotics aren't supposed to be logical or rational...

[6spd68]

but muscle cars and exotics aren't supposed to be logical or rational...

Couldn't agree more 

[wingcar]

Well stated.........................

[ACUDANUT]

So, what is the real price tag ? More than a Hellcat Challenger ?

What do you think?

250K ?

[6spd68]

I'm gonna call 75,000-125,000$ tops, but I wouldn't bet the farm on that.  Guessing ACUDANUT's 250,000$ estimate to be closer.

[Tom Q]

have you driven a ford lately?

[Mytur Binsdirti]

So, what is the real price tag ? More than a Hellcat Challenger ?

What do you think?

250K ?

Don't know how true it is, but I've heard in the range of 400 large.

[Ghoste]

They aren't going to give away anything made out of carbon fiber thats for sure.  The 400 seems high to me but I have nothing to offer to dispute it.  For sure it will be well into 6 digits.

[Mytur Binsdirti]

The original FGT's were 157 large in 2005/2006 & these cars seem to be far more exotic.

[ACUDANUT]

 When I asked about the price tag on those 06/07 Gt's, I was quoted 250k...A quarter of a million dollars.  No thank you.