The covers have been pulled off the Ford GT Competition Series in Daytona, North America, the location of the brand’s win at the Rolex 24 just last month.
Described as track fan’s “ultimate production car”, the limited edition Competition Series model has been put on a strict diet, gaining carbon-fibre wheels, titanium lug nuts and a titanium exhaust.
The vehicle’s A-pillars, side-mirror caps and lower body trim pieces have all been fashioned from carbon-fibre.
The Competition Series furthermore boasts a lower centre of gravity than the standard GT. How was this achieved? Partly through the use of an engine cover made out of Perspex, featuring a manual latch and carbon-fibre prop rod.
The Gorilla Glass bulkhead behind the driver, meanwhile, is half as thick as the version found in the standard GT, which sees further weight shed.
The weight-saving strategy continues with the binning of various luxury items, such as air conditioning, the radio and speakers, the infotainment screen, stowage bins and cup holders. Alcantara is used to cover the seats, instrument panel and headliner of the Competition Series.
Along with the Formula 1 style steering wheel and anodised red paddle shifters, plenty of exposed carbon-fibre can be found on the vehicle’s console and door sills.
All performance features from the standard Ford GT remain, including the FIA-certified steel roll cage and active aerodynamic system.
“The Ford GT has racing in its blood. The Competition Series was developed with the most hardcore track enthusiasts in mind, providing a tailored set of lightweight features and unique livery to match,” said Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, global product development, and chief technical officer.
The Competition Series will be offered in six Ford GT colours.
