Vintage Cars
Why You Should Buy the World’s Rarest Ford
A one-of-a-kind GT40 that can hit 200 mph may be a bargain—even north of $7 million.
Driving a Ford GT40 isn’t pleasant. It’s a cramped, loud, and violent experience. After all, the “40” is a reference to the car’s height—in inches. It also hits 200 miles per hour.
“You have to get over your claustrophobia,” said Michael Prichinello, whose Classic Car Club of Manhattan owns a custom-built replica of the 1960s racer. “You have to shim yourself into the car … you’re basically lying on your back.” There are, however, other adjectives that apply to the experience. Among them are thrilling, fast, and—most critically—historic. Prichinello says it’s his favorite machine (and he gets to drive a lot of impressive machines).