Ford GT drive review & behind the scenes story on why Ford built it.
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- The 207mph Ford GT was Ford's 100 year birthday present to itself. With 550bhp and brilliant dynamics, it was also evo magagazine's car of the year in 2005. Here, I look back to discover why it got built in the first place and what it's like to drive today. Thanks again to The Hairpin Company was allowing me to drive this amazing example they currently have for sale. www.thehairpin...
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2:30 that's the happiest little headlight I've ever seen! Amazing!
haha.. thanks for spotting it!
I wondered about that too.
Miata MX-5: "Are you challenging me?"
The amount of knowledge Harry has to share is incredible.
Nothing you can't Google.
Twobarpsi Wow really? You wouldnt say..
@@drazenbudis7881 yup
@@Twobarpsi Difference is, he doesn't have to.
@@godlyobject6509 you can't see the cue cards, just off camera...
“Let me go ahead and roast the tires in 1st again” legend
The lil' sound he made, the first time he did it...
Yep a' Don' Petrol Head of the finest order
Most TH-cam channels I subscribe to have good videos, and bad videos.
However, it is no overstatement to say that Harry has not a single video I dislike. Pure excitement and enthusiasm, moderated with quintessential British finesse and restraint. Keep ‘end coming forever, Harry.
When it comes to Harry and these videos, "genuine" is the word that comes to mind for me. Always a pleasure to watch.
can't agree more...
Harry did a really great interview with Chris Harris on the Collecting Cars podcast, an amazing story of how he entered the car world and publishing, pure enthusiast.
Absolutely spot on
Couldn't agree more
One of the best colour combinations for the car. The blue with the white stripes
The Red/White stripes shows all the car's beautiful lines and sculpting much better. Most of Ford's promotions including "The One" were done with Red/White striped.
@@RayMelville Red is ok, but blue with white racing stripes are the traditional racing colours of the United States of America. Made iconic by use on the Shelby Cobra's of the 60's, Shelby Mustangs of any era and reminiscent of the colours used on the original 1960's GT40 mk 1 road cars. It has way more motoring history and significance than the red with white stripes. And just looks made for this car. Plus, blue is also the official Ford colour.
Silver and orange. This - gtspirit.com/2012/01/13/the-gt-guy-reveals-custom-ford-gt-merkury-4/ - without the decals.
Is there a bad combination??
Jeremy Clarkson car that one.
"It was more economical than an M6" ... Well ... having owned an E60 M5, i can say that the dover to callais ferry is probably more economical than it.
Yep, I have an M6. It's more economical to just pump the fuel directly down the drain. The most I've had is 22mpg, cruising at 70. Been as low as 5 on some fun backroads.
detaart I’ve got an F10 M5 and it’s not much better. The most I’ve ever seen was 29MPG on a 450 mile motorway journey and the worst 9MPG. On my drive to work I’m lucky if I get 19MPG.
„mpg“.... pls feel free to join the rest of the world into the 21. century
KwaPaN Do you think mpg is weird? How about this: American mpg and British mpg are different because the American gallons are smaller. How‘s that for simple, straightforward and well thought out?
Filip Konopacki To make it even more daft, we don’t even use gallons in the UK although we do annoyingly still use miles. I suppose it would cost a fortune to replace all the road signs now.
harry is like the david attenborough of cars, he's a legend!
Same age .😊
Except Harry knows his subject.
Harry >>> that moron Clarkson
YOu're right. He's observing supercars in their natural habitat. In a garage.
or... Richard Attenborough... we've spared no expense ....lol
I just bought a 2005 and I absolutely love it. Watching your video reinforced all the reasons that I make this major car decision. Every time I take the cover off in the garage it's truly a thrill. And in case anyone's wondering...yep, I'm going to drive it!
Lucky SOB….
Yeah yeah we all love hotwheels mate
@@jamsstar2010 I'll e mail you a picture of my Hotwheels if you like Mate. It may though look suspiciously like a full sized Ford GT.
@@paulliberato689 GOTEEM! 😆
@@paulliberato689my 2005 GT looks suspiciously like a giant pile of parts, but that's because I haven't put it together yet 😂
I don't think the styling of this car will ever grow old!! Pardo did such a stellar job. Great review Harry.
"and then... *pow*... you hit your head" I love this guy. He is awesome.
Rule number one.... LISTEN TO HARRY.
Did anyone else cringe when he sat in the car and slammed the door shut -- could imagine it had chopped the top of his head off!
@@williamr3840 I did too.
I can't express how happy I was to see THIS car on THIS channel. Without reservation, my favorite road car ever made and now with Harry behind the wheel to add his thoughts. Brilliant. There's so much to this car, it was nice to see one on the channel. And the perfect color combo as well (midnight blue/white stripes)! Thanks so much for this, Harry.
Great video man. If I ever become a millionaire, I'll keep that head bump avoidance procedure in mind.
Mid engined, manual, no traction control, great sound. Right up my street!
The ABS brakes are all you really need!
I just noticed the thumbs down votes for this video. In this case I can only guess that such votes were contributed by the same people who manage to accidentally engage the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal when feeling overwhelmed.
.....people giving thubdown are the redundant ones....
They probably eat cus cus.
This is SO MUCH more desirable than the new GT imo, it's so perfect
I think so too and also a bargain in comparison
@@harrysgarage It sure is! Thanks for the reply Harry.
@@harrysgarage Gotta review the new one first Harry! I want to hear your opinion of it 😁
I would take the new but this is very nice. To each his own
it is, indeed.
Harry, you’re still one of the best. I absolutely love your reviews because you know the cars so well and you elucidate that knowledge beautifully.
You have Camilo Pardo to thank for no luggage space. Completely unwilling to sacrifice looks for practicality. And I'm glad he was
Love the speedo over on the right, almost as an afterthought! "Let's see... Engine temperature, revs, oil pressure, battery voltage, boost pressure, fuel... Feels like we're missing something... 🤔"
Fantastic car, great to see Harry enthuse about it.
The only shocking thing is the criminal low mileage put on it on all those years :(
Literally the phrase i used. Low milers should be punished!
Check the MOT history of ones shown in this video...
Totally agree. Why buy this and not drive it. A sunny day car certainly but hard to resist on those 4 days a year.
I am in America, my neighbor has the same spec as this one in the video, original owner and he drives his to work almost daily in the summer. It's maybe 5 miles roundtrip, but that adds up over the years, not including other driving and trips.
The GT is probably thankfull to Harry (as we all are) to being driven!
With Shmee touting the merits of the latest Ford GT, it's good to see this forerunner. Have a sneaking preference for this earlier version. Love the dashboard. Looks like a real sports car and not one sanitised for the infotainment generation. Yes, with the new one, a lot has been gained, but quite a bit lost, too. Another great video, Harry. Thanks.
15:13, that engine roaring sound gave me goosebumps
The EcoBoost based V6 sounds really shit in the new one.
Seeing a notification for a new Harry video review is the best thing that happens in your day
Absolutely. Looks like I'll be late for work this morning.
"conversation stopping muscle on show" i like that
Harry,I could watch you review interesting cars all day long,your knowledge, passion.Intrigue,is infectious.
Thanks,keep those video's coming.......
I love that smiley face at 2:27 inside the headlight. :)
Harry is the best car reviewer. Educated, and knowledgeable.
This channel gives me the feel of what I've been sorely missing on automotive television the past few years, here in the states. This is also my favorite all-time American car, and trust me I don't have many favorite American cars.
Mmm gorgeous Ford GT. Ford got that car spot on for its centennial
Have your luggage sent on.
you and Jay Leno are the only ones that get an insta like on YT for me ty for the video Sir
I follow you since EVO magazine arrived in Italy in the 90's. What a spectacular magazine! seeing you in person chatting about cars on you tube is almost like having a friend. A friend who can speak about cars in such an exquisite and competent way that you really want to answer him... :-) The way you explain the opening doors "problem" is exhilarating and real at the same time.
Clarkson´s old car, has the same livery. TOP JOB Mr Harry! Love your enthusiasm, knowledge and plain charm. Keep it up!
Appreciate that end "note" of the exhaust!
The new GT is an amazing machine, but for me it can't match the looks and especially not the noise of this one :)
Was about to say the same thing but won't bother now.The newest one just hasn't got that look.It's too flash
Flashy and "not match" is a bit contradicting.
If i may add my opinion, the new GT is one of the best attempt at refreshing an old model design into new generation of market.
If you never seen the GT first hand you wont see the detail and sculpture it has, remember, its actually wider and its roofline even shorter than the old one.
It has quite an impressive stance makes it able to sit side by side with any current hyper car in the market anyday of the week.
@@MuhammadKharismawan That's your opinion,and i don't quite know where the 'not match' bit or contradiction came from but i'll stick to my thoughts thanks.Many thanks for your input never the less
andy d aye, just sharing my impression first hand with it.
The not matching thing, it’s about the old GT, as IMO it’s never an understated looking car, the two both has presence, and WILL attract attention.
@@MuhammadKharismawan You're obviously quite a bit younger than me.I like old-school!
Well done - twenty minutes on this car and you didn’t even mention Clarkson!
Was this Clarksons former GT?
He's a bit irrelevant these days though.
clarkson = childrens tv,
Here in the States a few years back I attended a small Hot Rod show in rural Western Maine where my wife and I were visiting family. It was held at a local fairground and most of the cars on display were lined up on either side of narrow road that was part of the fairgrounds. While wandering amongst the various Hot Rods a Ford GT in the same color scheme as this one comes idling down the road passing by all of the cars on display. It turns out that it was owned by a friendly older gentleman whose only issue with the car appeared to be low seat height when it came to getting into and out of the car. He ended up parking it right in line with the cars on display which felt just a bit surreal to me. It remains the only time that I have seen a Ford GT in person. That car was one beautiful beast, as is this one in the video. Thanks for the ride!
This is why I love Ford. One of the few companies that can sell an economy car or a truck, then compete with exotics at the other end of the spectrum. Great review beautiful car.
The problem is that while the current Ford GT most certainly have the performance, it is still not a member of the club. It is not well accepted within the exotic sports car comunity alongside Ferrari, McLaren and Lamborghini. In some ways, even the Porsche GT cars tend to receive a lot more respect.
The issue is that while the GT won at Le Mans and have some pedigree in that regard, it is still a Ford, and it will always have a very hard time being accpeted for anything else. Looking at how pricing is currently treating both the current GT as well as this, clearly show where the car actually sits. At the end of the day, ti's a Ford, and it cannot be accepted as a thoroughbred, even with the five total Le Mans victories.
That's just how the world and exotic car community works.
@@AB-80X absolute nonsense, your comments are solely based on your personal opinion. Prices of what someone is willing to pay defines such vehicles, need I list what an original GT40 is worth? $12-$20m USD depending on its history. Let alone the newer generations that are going up and up.For just 'Fords' they outperform most of the mainstream exotic manufacturers, and the resale value is far far higher. You're obviously a brand snob albeit one that needs educating.
@@Flying_GC
Incorrect.
I'm not talking about the GT40. I'm talking about the 2005 model and the current. You should also note that the current GT does not outperform all its peers. It competes with them. I can see what goes on price wise, and what current cars that moves sell for. They currently suffer the same fate as most other cars in their segment. I'm well aware that low volume cars currently struggle - I'm a GT3RS owner... it is not about being a brand snob, it's simply a reality that many have already moved on. The next "thing" will be the 765LT. It will also suffer the fate of the 675LT and 458 Speciale. So will the Pista. The only ones whom stand to retain some value, are those of us having Pista Spiders coming or those whom own 458SA cars or the TDF. Whether or not the 812 GTS will retain value depends on production numbers. Currently that looks to be around 1100-1200 units.
What is currently going on is a market that gets saturated. This affect all brands, and yes, it affects Ford quite a bit. You can call me a brand snob that's fine, I am a Ferrari enthusiast, but I am also enough of a car guy to see what happens and where things are. What will ultimately determine value is production numbers in relation to demand. And while you may not like it, Ford is currently producing quite a few GTs and the 2005 GT has become a car only of "high" value for those with a personal interest.
Oh yes, this is going to be class.
I can confirm that the roads around Harry's part of the country are excellent for putting a car through its paces. I came across them by accident travelling between Oxford and Gloucester and, as luck would have it, had the roads to myself most of the journey and it was fantastic.
Yes, I love it when I'm out for a walk in the beautiful and peaceful English countryside when I'm forced off the road into a hedge by someone driving a motor car at high speed!
I think you’re the best car presenter on TH-cam. Thank you for another great video sir.
Finally a performance Ford on the channel 🔥👍🔥
maybe a road trip in an RS Cosworth in the future??
Tbh the Cossies have not aged well. Very clumsy, and quite disappointing to drive.
@@Nakke144
i grew up loving fast fords and owned a fair few over the years
would love to see an escort cosworth with the 2.5 5 cylinder and the mk3 focus rs 4wd system...
ken block is doing ok in his i see ;-)
I’d love to hear is opinion on the Current GT350. There are a few floating around Europe
@@Nakke144 what on earth are you talking about? Based on that, anything pre 1990 is in the same boat. The Sierra RS in 2WD drives very well
@@Flying_GC Trust me, it doesn't. Torsional rigidity of a wet lettuce, the gearbox is terrible, brakes are bad and the car has no body control whatsoever. Might be fun for some in a scruffy old-school way, but a good drive it isn't. Fifth gear also tested an original 80s VW Golf GTi against a modern Golf Bluemotion and the old GTi was deemed to be both slower amd and worse to drive.
Yes! One of my all time favorites, gorgeous car.
0:55 my God the 550 maranello is beautiful!
The headlight 100 does work both sides . 1 when ur directly looking at the car and the other when you're looking from a rear view mirror
The best enthusiast's channel on here. No obsession with times and shiny stuff. Most of us appreciate these things in isolation - and thats what it's all about.
What the heck is a car of this substance doing with 2k on the clock?! I’m just back from a 1000+ mile Welsh road trip this week in my old 997 Porker..... cars are meant to be driven ffs. At least Harry wheeled this beauty out and gave her a spank for the video..... great stuff Mr. M👌👍
Ford gt is so underrated I wish we saw more in this country I lost my shit when one came up next to me when I was out in my vw thing 😂
... I once walked up upon one at a small town breakfast place and thought I had been teleported into a childhood episode of Speed Racer.
Great car. I remember visiting Roush Technologies as a defence contractor many years ago and there were 3 or 4 of these in the workshop.
One of my favorite YT channels. A gentleman and a true car guy. +1 to you, sir.
Best car reviewer on any kind of programme his enthusiasm is infectious!
To hell with clarkson. One of the best cars ford ever built. Great review.
Harry and Ian, no words to say. Incredible. Here in India, car nuts (me) are few and far between. Thanks to both of you, you make my day, everyday, sense in a chaotic world. All the very best
Went to a Ford dealership in Ferndale, Washington with my then eight year old son to see one of these in 2005. Salesman let us both climb in it, play around, etc. He also warned us about the door. Took a camera to record the moment, still have the grainy picture on my wall. A favorite car and a favorite memory.
Thanks for the review Harry! You gotta admire Ford for doing something this cool.
It's a shame that with so few cars around, low miles and values spiraling that these things will never get driven as much as such a competent car deserves.
12:32 - "What actually happened there was me roasting the tires and also me shitting myself." :D
I was just doing a track day last week in the middle of kansas and one showed up just like this. Trailed in and driven hard on the track I was in awe.
My poster wall as a kid. Countless hours driving it in video games like Gran Turismo 4, Ford Racing 2, Test Drive unlimited... And I still prefer this one over the new one. I LOVE this thing so much. It came out in such an amazing era for cars with the Carrera GT, Enzo, SLR Mclaren, Murcielago, Zonda, Koenigsegg, Veyron, Aston Martin DB9, Corvette C6; F430, Porsche 997, Audi R8 4.2 V8 and so many more...
Such a great road car, but you need a wide garage, that’s for sure. That new exhaust sounds very beefy from outside, but maybe overly boomy in the cabin? Maybe it’s just the way it came out on the recording? Glad these cars are treasured nowadays.
Correct, exhaust was a bit too boomy for me
"It''s like a 450 hp Lotus Elise" oh god, this must be a truly wonderful supercar. Thanks Harry, great video, as usual indeed
Happy Birthday to me, new Harry's Garage to see....! :-)
Sensational, such a beautifully aggressive-looking car with a va-va -voom V8 soundtrack to match.
Front right light cluster - inner lamp looks like it has a smiley on it at 2:29
I like this GT much more than the new one.
New one is both ugly and artificial
Gorgeous car wish I could afford one that sound
Thanks for my 14th birthday gift, Harry!
Every car I've ever driven with a Richard Parry Jones infulence has been spot on. Once Ford started listening to him and the other engineers, they produced the some of the best cars they had ever made. I think they're starting to go downhill again since he left. I must try and get a go in a GT.
Fords from the 2000s, at least the UK market ones, all were such a perfect blend of being normal, comfortable daily cars, but also great fun to throw around. They just feel so right. Lots of engineering money and time clearly went on the suspension, and it forced competitors to step up and follow suit.
The first Harry's garage video I've got the headphones out for.Simply brilliant.
Do you not get beer all over the interior when y use that bottle opener on the door step?
Hands down one of my all time favorite cars! I had the opportunity to ride in one many years ago and it was amazing! If I had a spare $300 grand I’d pick one of these up over almost any other modern supercar. Great video!
Lovely little motor - what a peach the GT40 is
Thanks Harry.
Thanks Harry. Your reviews truly rise to the level of the fine cars you make your subjects. Keep it up.
I used to see one of these driving into the City (of London) early in the morning when I was commuting on my motorbike
Sounded lovely under the bridges :-)
Epic car...very nice video
This has been my dream car since I first saw the concept in 2004. It had a huge impression on me as a kid and I've been obsessed with it ever since. Ford was just starting to get its mojo back and it was finally an exciting time to be a car enthusiast in America.
I have loved your work since the earliest evo days and so happy that the youtube format suits you so well.
Love Harry’s phrases “I have to put my nose out so I can see around the corner.” LOL!
Vision Communications you understand he is not trying to be comedic merely a figure of speech? Just wondering 🙂
he's probably not English so hasn't heard it
@@MrBrownos Of course! I've been to the UK many times. Theirs is the best, most colorful, English language.
Your channel is keeping me sane through this lockdown Harry. Thank you
Your enthusiasm always comes out for the car you are testing, another great video.
That space behind the headrests to the rear window , I’m sure if you got a square type wide cotton or canvas bag you’d have some serious storage there for clothes whatever after all , you have door mirrors
Such good videos from an enthusiastic expert and car-nut, with fantastic presentation skills - and a joy to watch, a always. Many thanks for your videos, Harry. Keep 'em coming. Best wishes.
Had no idea Harry revered this car so much. What a phenomenal machine. Keep it up, HG!!
what a beast. The onboard shots are amazing.
Harry's reviews of a rental car are worlds better than reviews by "certain" other owners.
Gorgeous car.
Wow it really does not get much better from its looks to the way it drives and sounds. Perfection gets closer! 😍😍😍
Love seeing that blower pulley! I truly wish the new GT was a street car with the flat plane v8 and a manual.
Thanks Harry. Cheers from a Canadian fan.
“It feels...unburstable”. Classic Harry.
Yet again another terrific in car experience with 'Harry', like he's taking me for a ride. Well done.
Fell in love with this car when I played ford racing 2(VERY underrated game)
Respect!!
Love Harry's reviews. So down to earth, humble and knowledgeable. The GT is amazing, with the exception of that ledge on the top of the doors. What in the heck was ford thinking? T-Tops would have only added minimal weight and could have done the same thing, only better. Instead, you have customers clotheslining themselves or ending up with stitches if they get in a hurry on the way out the door.
Door were designed like they were to replicate the door design on the original Ford GT40. No other reason!
@@harrysgarage Wow!! Thanks for the quick reply! Was not expecting that. :-)
Not all designs should be replicated?? Although the purists likely love it, until they bash their head, hopping out. Lol....
Take care Harry! Cheers
Harry is Simply the best at Automotive Journalism !
What a video of The GT40
Harry, how can you communicate to the camera and still drive a car like that on those bloody narrow roads in UK is a maze to me. Another great show. Thanks.
Damn good looking car! Really suits the Blue with white strips! Down sides of the car, fuel consumption, and luggage on a trip toothbrush and undies but NO more! Addictive V8 engine sounds!
... Yes, that is one sexy bitch. I think she liked the way Harry worked 1st gear.
A Ford dealership in Stillwater Minnesota had one in the showroom but roped off so you couldn’t get in it. I had a few conversations with salesmen and if I recall correctly it sold to a guy in Seattle who was buying every paint combination that was available in the Ford GT. I don’t know how many cars that would be but whoever he is made a good investment.
I’m happy for you, a very nice presentation! Thank you 🙏
I wonder if Jeremy Clarkson got notification on his phone at 9:05
Clarkson would be too stupid to use a phone.
I've seen a couple of these on the road over the years, the most memorable was seeing one, not too long after they first came out, driving in a heavy snowstorm with a few inches of snow on the road. I've often wondered how they handle in snow and how nervous the driver must have felt as he continued to wherever he was going in his expensive new "pride and joy". I bet he heaved a sigh of relief when/if he finally made it back to his garage unscathed.
I was going to pick one up for the wife until I realised there was no where to put the shopping :) While most of these probably never get driven on the roads, that lack of any trunk and storage is really a serious omission, I can carry more on my motorcycle for a weekend away.
When you hit the boost Harry, I thought sure you were going to lose it. I did lol. What a car.
I've fitted a roof and bonnet rack to mine ,these additions make it a little more user friendly .
Wow!!