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Parkway Ford Lincoln SVT
02-24-2017, 09:07 AM
From the Ford Media site:

https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2017/02/23/ford-gt-competition-series-offers-weight-saving-innovations.img.png/1487868093743.jpg


Ford GT Competition Series Offers More Weight-Saving Innovations for Hardcore Track Enthusiasts


•Ford GT Competition Series, shown in Daytona for first time weeks after winning Rolex 24, offers weight-saving innovations, such as lightweight, race-inspired Perspex® acrylic engine hatch cover and bulkhead Gorilla Glass®
•Limited-edition Ford GT model features lightweight carbon fiber racing stripes, A-Pillars, and side mirrors;, unique engine hatch with integrated venting distinguishes rear view
•Interior of lightest Ford GT features Alcantara® suede with red accents and exposed carbon trim


more info here:

https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2017/02/23/ford-gt-competition-series-offers-weight-saving-innovations.html

RedSN
02-24-2017, 12:00 PM
I was going to ask what the price was.....

http://www.azquotes.com/picture-quotes/quote-if-you-have-to-ask-how-much-it-costs-you-can-t-afford-it-j-p-morgan-20-56-54.jpg

Parkway Ford Lincoln SVT
02-24-2017, 12:20 PM
I still haven't seen any firm price numbers on these cars yet, and I think there are a few in customer's hands already in the U.S.

Stephen06GT
02-24-2017, 01:55 PM
Is there really a weight savings by switching to "carbon fibre" stripes?

Parkway Ford Lincoln SVT
02-24-2017, 02:16 PM
Rather than having actual painted or tape stripes, they are now exposed carbon fibre. A few ounces here and there add up I guess they're figuring.

NickD
02-24-2017, 03:01 PM
Stephan, if you have seen it there's not much to eliminate from the standard the interior is pretty race car stock.

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