Ford GT gen 1: 2004-2006 one of the great analog cars
One of my personal favorite cars of all time is the first generation Ford GT produced between 2004-2006. Snik snik snik...everything just falls into place for me. It immediately felt comfortable and fit like a glove. The transmission, gear ratios, shifter...
The FGT is a special car Thomas, I absolutely agree with you. I've attempted (and failed) to acquire one over the years, though the search will inevitably begin again at some point.
IMO, there is absolutely no comparison between the 05-06 FGT and the current re-introduction. I put this FGT in the category of all time great modern, analog cars alongside specials such as the Porsche CGT, Ferrari Enzo, etc. So the question I'm dying to ...
I couldnt agree with you more, and for me, it is a far more
"Comfortable" car than the Enzo and CGT (have limited seat time in both) The FGT just "fits" me on so many levels - dimensions, haptics, steering feel, ride, even gear shift feel and ratios. Pedal feel and calibration - clutch engagement, throttle respons...
Never had the pleasure of driving one...
But from all the press coverage it seems to have gotten praise only - somewhat unlike its modern iteration. Thanks for sharing your impressions and the nice pictures!
Hope you have a chance to try one, this is one hero you wont
Be disappointed to meet.
Agree! Had the chance to drive my buddys a while back. 10/10 on the fun meter.
Agree! Had the chance to drive my buddys a while back. 10/10 on the fun meter.