This year, Ford has decided to bring the GT back. At first glance it appears the same as the 2005 model. However, after a little bit of observation, the 2017 GT looks completely evolved. Gull wing doors were added. Racing stripes on the doors have been ditched. Carbon fiber and side vents have been added to increase aerodynamics, as well as decrease weight. Following new fuel emission standards, the huge 8 cylinder engine has been replaced with a 3.5 liter Ecoboost V-6 engine. Though the engine is smaller, all the other innovations added to the vehicle allow the delivery 600+ horsepower, 50 more than its predecessor. ‘66 Heritage Editions are even available for fans who fell in love with the original GT40. All of these incredible new features have fans and collectors raving. The newest model of the vehicle has only been displayed to the public online, with very few company-outsiders able to experience its brilliance just yet. The official release date has not yet been announced, though customers can configure exactly how they would like their new GT on Ford’s website. Junior Nolan Triolo said, “I just want see one in person. The car is such a rarity people would pay just to see one.”

Though the name sounds simple, nothing about the ride is. The 5.4 liter Supercharged V-8 engine delivers a whopping 550 horsepower and a 3.3 second 0-60. The incredibly sleek design that defines the Ford GT is not just for looks, it purposefully creates incredible aerodynamics that enhance the car’s speed. A Mustang or Camaro with the same engine would not produce the same 0-60 as the supercar. Sadly, Ford ended production of the vehicle after its second year. Only 4,038 models were made, with 3,221 owned by Americans. A collector’s car, the GT retailed for around $140,000. Now, they are sold by owners for no less than $300,000, to give an idea of how revered it is.

Before becoming one of America’s favorite supercars, the Ford GT was used for racing. Dubbed the GT40, the performance vehicle enjoyed five years of innovation in England and America between 1964-69 before multiple slight design tweaks were made. Fans loved the simple yet forceful look. Ford waited 40 years until releasing the beloved vehicle in a street-legal form. Rather than bestowing the car a flashy name like ‘Maybach’ or ‘911,’ the company kept it basic with the 2005 Ford GT.

Almost every petrolhead is excited for the release of the new Ford GT. With so many novel ideas to increase performance, customers are beyond excited. The 2017 Ford GT plans to be a staple in any collector’s garage.