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Chassis No. 1FAFP90S86Y401369

Built in low production, away from the opinions of corporate committees, the GT40 was one of the ultimate special projects which allowed designers and engineers to push the limits and deliver a truly incredible finished product. In the pursuit of global racing dominance, several variations of the GT40 were tested including a stunning open top variant, known as the X1 or chassis GT110. Initially developed by McLaren, this special variant would make its way to Shelby American where it was studied before receiving extensive modifications from Kar Kraft prior to earning an overall victory at the 1966 Sebring race piloted by Ken Miles and Lloyd Ruby.

Inspired by this iconic example, Ford Engineering and Design Supervisor Kip Ewing envisioned a second phase of the Ford GT that would now be produced in a similar roadster configuration. Even though the new GT was already a tremendous success, Ewing was able to obtain approval for a prototype, for which he entrusted master coachbuilder Mark Gerisch of Genaddi Design Group to bring his vision to life. The finished GTX1 offered an open-air driving experience with a remarkable level of quality. Fit and finish was much closer to a production car than your typical custom project. Furthermore, the GTX1 could be used as a convertible in two different variations. With the center bar left in and the roof panels removed from the hatches for a T-top, or remove the center bar and it becomes a true targa. While the task of modifying a stock Ford GT may seem daunting, Genaddi Design Group did a remarkable job without compromising factory performance with Car and Driver experiencing, “no creaking, no windshield glass moving, no cowl shake”. Commissioned directly by Ford, the first GTX1 was originally built to be showcased at the 2005 SEMA show.

Finished in a striking Mark IV Red exterior, this vehicle is number 33 of what is believed to be fewer than 40 Ford GTs converted to the GTX1 configuration. According to forum data, this vehicle is further special, as it is one of just 15 delivered in the highly sought after 'stripe delete' specification. Ordered new in Houston, Texas and then sent to Genaddi for open-top conversion, it would then remain with the original owner for 13 years. Further enhanced by Genaddi, the supercharged 5.4-liter V8 received the Ford Performance Upgrade for added performance. Providing a truly connected driving experience, a Ricardo six-speed manual transmission allows for total driver involvement. Forged-alloy wheels are staggered 18-inch in the front and 19-inch rear wheels allow space for the vented and cross-drilled Brembo brake system. An upgraded interior with Silver Grommet Sparco seats trimmed in Black Ebony leather is accented with contrasting silver stitching and silver ventilations grommets includes custom GTX1 branded floor mats and door sills. Offered with 12,267 miles at the time of cataloging, this two-owner example retains nearly every piece of factory documentation including two window stickers, PDI checklist, deposit slip, order contract, service records, original odometer disclosure, original GTX1 contract, GTX1 options list and more. After reviewing the enormity of the documentation included with this GTX1, a Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist with tremendous experience with these cars believes this to be 'probably the most highly documented Ford GT we have ever seen.'