THE REAL KEN MILES FORD GT40

[@VintageCarHistory]

Love this channel and what y'all do! And to see THE lemans winner... Legendary!

[@PetersenMuseum]

Thank you! We were so excited to see this car in the flesh!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!!

[@calebjaymes9710]

Yep hes da mannn

[@davida.737]

Something I forgot to say...the sound these cars made were just beautiful! The movie never came close to how amazing these cars actually sounded at full song!

[@ericdahl6727]

@@davida.737 Full song ! Beautiful -

[@scott_0492]

amazing!!! I think we all consider Ken the winner of the race...

[@dukecraig2402]

No, Miles flat out did not win the race, he did not cross the finish line first like what's portrayed in the movie, that was nothing but Hollywood drama. Google a picture of the finish of the 1966 Le Mans race and you can see McLaren clearly crossed the finish line first.

[@Rob-vv5yn]

That’s just Bollywood fiction he came second and he only drove half the race do you even know who was his co driver???.

[@vice4134]

@@dukecraig2402 WRONG! WRONG! WRONG!!! Now, go away!

[@boniakthemangy9220]

​@@Rob-vv5yn ????? He was first at Le Mans. Then then Ford Management offered him to slow down for finishing same moment with other Fords. If he didnt slow. He will be First Triple Crown of Motorsport (But in official record). Already he is the First Triple Crown of Motorsport. Real winner of LeMans'66

[@Ruefus]

@@dukecraig2402 He was ordered to slow down. No one disputes this. The Mclaren/Amon car was allowed to *unlap* itself. Ken Miles had run away and hidden from everyone and should have won that race. He didn't, and that's racing.

[@warmachineblitz4977]

Ken Miles 🔥 what a legend. We all know who won that race!

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

You don't become a legend screwing up one race my man. Google his co-driver Denny Hulme - who really is a legend.

[@beagle7622]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp He certainly was. . I used to see him during the Tasman Series in Australia as a teenager. Denny was an absolute top level driver . What amazes me here is that McLaren over the later years of the 60’s was one of the most successful drivers in the US . He & his cars absolutely dominated the Can Am series for years until Porsche & Pence arrived with an unbeatable car. Miles certainly was a good driver but nothing that rated him as a legend until that film came out. Miles did drive at Le Mans in 1965 with Bruce McLaren retiring with Engine problems . He wasn’t dancing with his wife. Dan Gurney set the lap record the film says that Miles set late in the morning. There was no chanting his name it was just another lap. Shelby entered 3 cars, the 1 , 2 & 3 cars, so both cars in the finish were Shelby cars .

[@danno9815]

Yup we do, McLaren and Amon. All KM had to do was stay in front of McLaren at the flag but he didn't. He should've known by then that he couldn't be scared of Ford management, as to them, anyone was expendable, Miles, McLaren, Amon, Hulme, anyone.

[@DreamyWoIf]

​​@@danno9815 The race officials counted the start difference into the overall distance covered during the race, and McLaren/Amon' car had started 8 meters behind Miles/Hulme. So it wouldn't have mattered unless Miles, like you hinted, defied Ford's orders and never eased off the pedal.

[@catiolabr]

​@@danno9815 if he hadnt followed orders, Ford would take out its investments on Shelby. He won at Daytona, he won at Sebring, and he is the winner of Le Mans. (ford ruined that, but it was surely his). The first Endurance Triple Crown Winner, 4 YEARS prior to the first stated record. Doing all of them IN THE SAME YEAR. He IS A Legend. You guys can say whatever you want, the guy was a legend, but Ford took that from him with that ridiculous team order.

[@davida.737]

I met Ken Miles when I was just a kid, at Sebring. My dad had been going since 1956, and my first time was in 1959, I was only 5 at the time. Ken was sitting in his Cobra, and I still have the picture I took in '63 with my Kodak Brownie. We were also at the Daytona 24 hours race the year he won. This year was my 63rd 12 Hours of Sebring. The 917's will always be my favorite's!

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

@@PudgyPuggy Ken Miles never built any cars. He was a Ford employee who got to drive Cobras in club races at first, and then got a chance at LeMans. His co-driver Denny Hulme was a legitimate racing car driver. Ken merely an amateur by comparison. Ken was not qualified to hold Bruce McLarens lunch box.

[@hotchihuahua1546]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wpExplain to me why we hear of Ken Miles and not so much of Denny Hulme ?

[@hotchihuahua1546]

Great story and a wonderful memory for you to carry throughout your life .

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

@@hotchihuahua1546 Because of that dumb Hollywood movie. To real auto racing fans Denny was a legend and a F1 WDC, while Ken only drove a couple of races for Ford.

[@davida.737]

@@hotchihuahua1546 I saw Dennis Hulme at Sebring the year he was driving a Sunoco Camaro, (ya had to see it, they really played it up!) and I believe he returned to drive the Sunoco 512 Ferrari. I'm pretty sure he was very successful in Can Am. Hulme was a great driver, always friendly to the fans. That's how I remember him.

[@virtualscouser]

"The bloody door won't close!!!" Is it weird of me to get goosebumps seeing the actual damage to the flange and door? Fantastic video!

[@stevebell4853]

I dont think its weird of you at all. I had that same moment to myself just now. Beautiful.

[@Chris-ey6rn]

Ken Miles got cheated . He is and will always be a triple crown winner. What a beautiful car ❤️

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

Wrong. Another gullible guy duped by Hollywood!

[@rb67mustang]

He sure did!!!!!!!!!!!

[@peekaboo1575]

An endurance triple crown winner*. The triple crown is something else and Miles never had the remotest chance of winning it.

[@petefinnegan3873]

again no he came 2nd@@rb67mustang

[@masonhildebrant7337]

Agreed

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Absolutely adore this car, and Ken Miles R.I.P., number one always.!

[@zeemoney36zee88]

Wouldn’t you just love for them to fill it with gas and start it up and give it a drive it would be beautiful

[@scaryperryx1050]

Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles, R.I.P. two of THE BEST IN Racing back in the mid to late 60's...

[@_North]

I'd argue of all time, who knows what they could've made together and achieved

[@rowensunderlall269]

If everyone know what happened, give recognition to ken miles as the winner.

[@tyjomello]

Big chevy guy. Big corvette guy. But you can't touch this legend. Legendary car from the golden days of auto racing.

[@scottpella7419]

I really love the the Hammer/ crescent wrench marks are still on the roof door surround! You KNOW the crew was bashing the crap out of that door to get it shut. Thanks for the explanations and brief tour of this iconic car.

[@carljmacdonald]

Keep in mind this car also raced in 67 as a MkIIB. There is not a lot that is still original to its 1966 configuration.

[@10zoll]

So the car is painted and the wrench marks are still on the roof door surround? Well that explains everything - some american people are not the brightest candle on the table.

[@carljmacdonald]

@@10zoll The car was rebuilt in the 70s after it was wrecked at lemans in the 1967 race. that is not original paint, In fact, after the 66 race, this car was re-painted and badged as a Mercury for promotional purposes. Very little of the car is original to its 1966 configuration.

[@10zoll]

@@carljmacdonald thanx but i can listen to words that are mentioned in a Video. The Guy that isnt capable of this is Scott Pella

[@shelbyavant5081]

I think what the two experts here don't understand is that the car is restored to it's "as raced" state.

[@djdefaut6869]

Ken Miles was the true winner of that race . So much for team orders.

[@audreythomas589]

Ken Miles was definitely the winner in my eyes! FORD FOREVER💙

[@martycech5844]

Amen

[@jaredleicht1656]

Ken Miles was definitely the winner. Ford treated Ken Miles like shit and they treated America like shit when they took their factories out of the country and began to push a woke ideology on the citizens of the United States.

[@matthuitt1004]

427 Ford FE Muscle 💪💪👍

[@nigelhughes7317]

This car is iconic to me. As a child my brothers and I (plus a neighbor) had Aurora HO scale slot car tracks in the basement. There were a number of different cars to choose from but this one was always the first pick.

[@Senna-xi1gr]

Ken Miles was the best but kept away from any limelight. My he rest in peace. 👍🏆🇬🇧

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

He was stubborn man. Not easily to get along with. And not a Team player. And a mediocre at best race car driver.

[@chrl.pl45]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp always the keyboard warrior

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp - I'm quite sure Carroll Shelby would argue that statement big time with you, in every respect!

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp - It's quite clear you are referring to a different person with the same name! Did you personally know Ken Miles well? Virtually all your negative comments on the man are refuted by the vast majority of those who actually knew Ken and worked extensively with him. Oh silly me, you're just a Troll because calling him a "mediocre" race driver is as ridiculous as calling Shelby a mediocre race driver. Back into your hole in the ground.

[@StockTurboN20]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp mediocre drivers don’t put down perfect laps at Le Mans I’d like to see you try

[@flyhouseoftruth470]

Seen the movie a few times, have it on DVD. That 7,000RPM speech gets me every time. That's where you need it.

[@289cobra9]

Saw it opening day. Bought it on Blu Ray the second day it was on sale. Great Movie.

[@31terikennedy]

@@289cobra9 The only thing that the movie gets right is (something) beat Ferrari. The movie is terrible.

[@289cobra9]

@@31terikennedy To each out own.

[@31terikennedy]

@@289cobra9 Two out of the three writers were Brits. Check out the Carrol Shelby interview.

[@289cobra9]

@@31terikennedy I read the book "Go like hell" and learned of this story starting in 1977.

[@bbrown9763]

Imagine if that garage caught fire. I hope you have THE BEST fire suppression system on the planet in that building- it's absolutely packed with priceless treasures.

[@morris2450]

One of my favourite cars of all time. Loved the film didn't realise until seeing it that Ken was asked to slow for Bruce and Denny another 2 great drivers from my home country.

[@riisecombat8187]

Historians all over would debate this for generations, but we all will agree KEN won

[@mariapires7170]

What a lesson about a icon of a car and driver! Thank you Mr Steve Volk, I´m 68 years old and I´ve been in 68, 69 and 70 in Le Mans and I had the privilege to see these amasing cars alive. Again, thank you Sir.

[@micodyerski1621]

Thank you Ken Miles. Ford fans luv ya. We all know he won. Fix it FIA

[@thatdirtymichiganmusician1038]

I’m absolutely blown away. Just got finished watching Ford v Ferrari and wanted to see where I could see his car and I had a heart attack when I learned you were just down the road from me. I’ll see you soon!!

[@neverleftthe80s29]

Ken Miles & Denny Hulme were without doubt the winners of Le Mans in 66, absolutely no argument about it.

[@petefinnegan3873]

ahh no

[@robertwoodroffe123]

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[@bbb462cid]

@@petefinnegan3873 certainly they _could_ have won with no effort and indeed _should_ have but the concession was made, the cars all crossed at the same time, and Miles' car did not travel the whole distance with the time required to win. Miles probably didn't realize that would be the outcome, but there you go. That's just cold hard dry fact. However, Denny Hulme is one we should not forget, in addition to this Le Mans contest he was also good enough to become F1 World Driving Champion in '67 as well as being the major contributor to his boss, Jack Brabham, winning the Constructor's championship that same season. The Bear was a giant among F1 drivers in an era that claimed the lives of an awful lot of great drivers.

[@petefinnegan3873]

are you blind@@bbb462cid

[@petefinnegan3873]

fact check bruce won...look at the photo@@bbb462cid

[@nine8three310]

Denny Hulme comes from my hometown in New Zealand. As a 9 year old back in 1992, I still watching remember his passing unfold as I watched the Bathurst 1000 live on tv. Such a tragedy but will always remember his contributions to World Motorsport and all those who surrounded him.

[@IM-yv1er]

Ken Miles came from my home town. SUTTON COLDFIELD in ENGLAND. A forgotten hero!

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@IM-yv1er - What I find amazing is that he certainly seems to be forgotten...in his country of birth! He is much more applauded here in the U.S. Seems like the UK got an attitude towards him when he left merry old England to become an American citizen! 😟

[@IM-yv1er]

@Loulovesspeed probably so! He worked at Wolseley before WW2 where my Dad worked at that time. There is still a Tea company in the UK which is owned by Derek Miles a close family member. RIP Ken Miles

[@phw340]

Thanks for explaining about the door! To me, Ken Miles won that race. 👍

[@dimaltabuni4002]

Ken miles the goat 😢. Rest in piece Sir 🙏

[@BrianAmlaner]

Ken miles was a beast!!! The best of all three worlds. racer. designer. and mechanic. Very rarely do you ever hear of anyone like this ❤️

[@blackdog850]

Excellent presentation! Thanks for sharing! I discovered the Shelby American Museum years ago, a true little Happy Place on earth. Unbelievable history packed in that place! One of these days, I'll get to the Petersen's as well!

[@cashmoney7660]

If you are a Shelby fan Shelby American museum in Boulder is a fantastic place to visit! The gold GT 40 to the right of Ken Miles car is the third place car from the 1966 LeMans race and to the left is the first cobra CSX2000. They also have CSX 2299 one of only six cobra Daytona coupes built.Along with many other fabulous Shelbys, GT 40s and cobras.

[@JohnPMiller]

I live nearby, and I agree. There always seems to be one of the owners around to answer questions. It's only open on Saturdays, so you'll have to schedule it into your road trip. Only $5 admission for adults. An amazing place.

[@Globbs]

It's actually interesting how much the garage reminds me of the Miller's museum at their old racetrack. I recognized this car right away obviously.

[@farewell_to_normalcy9352]

Been to this museum many many times. And it’s always a real treat. Much love from the303!

[@bobbarron6969]

I've been to museums in a number of countries and this one, for a motorhead like myself, is one of the best. Seeing a GT40 up close was a thrill.

[@mlastname2802]

Love is story. Saw this car in person outside of Salt Lake City years ago. Miller Motorsports Park had a great collection of MKII GT40’s. I worked for Dick Hutcherson’s nephew for 10 years and always enjoyed stories about the early days of NASCAR. Hutch and Bucknum drove the third place car. To think about what an accomplishment it would be just to finish that race, let alone place first, second, and third! Legendary!

[@cronobactersakazakii5133]

I remember the 66 Le Mans race with the GT40. The next iconic cars I remember at Le Mans were the Porsche 917 in 70. The GT40 and the 917 remain my 2 favorites. Masterworks. Pieces of art.

[@thetadashow3275]

I was doing a track day on a motorcycle (‘00 GSX-R750 street), when this car was getting big fast in the mirrors down the back straight. The race crew were doing some shakedown laps before going to a race. Super great folks and a treasured moment of mine was to sit and look out at the view Ken has at LeMans. The sound of that 427 is something to behold too.

[@wyattoneable]

Great history, thank you. Especially about the door.

[@Naniss1965]

Those Mk2 GT40s were just absolutely Gorgeous and Timeless! I just adore race cars from the late 60s & early 70s😍

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! THANK YOU FOR THE HISTORY LESSON!!!! I LEARNED SO MUCH!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!

[@Anonymous..VQ3.5Lg35]

Glad to see it’s still in almost original race condition from 1966! That is an absolute gem to have!

[@cavnz]

Brilliant video - thanks for bringing us this content. Would be amazing to see this car in the flesh.

[@michaelcobb5171]

Thank you for the showcase. I’m currently making a scale model of this vehicle. It’s incredibly helpful to see so I can match as many details as possible to make it as historically accurate as I can.

[@chip9177]

Something special about that era of racing.

[@abitoutofsorts]

That car is so so so cool!!! What an AMAZING collection!!!

[@jimworthington449]

Saw this car at the Boulder Museum. Along with a Daytona and numerous Cobras. Such a pleasure to visit.

[@UnrelatedNonsense]

Such an amazing piece of history. This might be an unpopular opinion, but I’m saddened to see the car has been cleaned up and detailed like it’s new. It would be amazing to see this thing with all of the original grime and debris from the race.

[@gamechip06]

Idk different parts would age differently because of that grime, I think to store it it must be cleaned

[@UnrelatedNonsense]

@@gamechip06 I recently learned that the car is still used for vintage racing series. So I guess it gets a pass 😂

[@skrattaoppar9753]

True, but if Miles sees that the car is not being maintained well he'll beat you up for it

[@chrisputnam8795]

Shelby museum does have an amazing cobra that is untouched from its last race. Amazing. The tires also have the original air still in it from 1965. It was found in a shipping crate where it sat for many years hidden and forgotten.

[@UnrelatedNonsense]

@@chrisputnam8795 I love seeing old race cars with the original grease, tire marks and scuffs. Really shows how grueling and intense endurance racing is

[@ervingoertzen7233]

Absolutely, crazy wishes of Henry2 for all cars crossing same time, Ken hands down was the actual winner

[@mattryan4067]

I'm glad they made the movie and showed everything Ken did ! He was way under appreciated for what he did !!

[@DeickFranfan]

I look forward to seeing this great episode with this brand new original GT-40 that Ken Miles was able to drive, amazing to see this gem in an intact and good condition 👏👏👏👏👍👍👍⏳🏁🏁🏅🥇💎💎💎💎💎💎💎💎💎💎🤗🤗

[@es7614]

Legendary American automotive history, love it, thanks for sharing. (Petersen top of my bucket list)

[@rnjesus9950]

Just watched the movie. Lots of passion! Hate to hear he went early, but happy it was doing what he loved.

[@thewatcher5271]

Great Video! So Much History In The Machine Created By Carroll Shelby! I May Never Get To See One But Am Thankful To Be Able To Learn About Its Past. Thank You.

[@SilentMovements305]

You can go to their museum in Colorado I think it's still 5$ to get in

[@mulletmax]

I love this museum and go regularly. It's still only $5 for admission. It's a must go for any enthusiast if you are in the area.

[@lowbaritonewwj]

I went a few times about 8 years ago when I was working on a wind farm for a few months in nearby Limon, Colorado. When I tell folks about it, I tell them to plan well as it is only open one day a week.

[@geraldstiling3735]

Soo grateful to the conservators for NOT fixing the battle damage on the car roof. Part of the legend🇬🇧🇺🇸🚗🎥

[@sly2392]

great history. THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO.

[@rw9866]

Ken should have just run the race and not hold back. He truly won that race

[@kellymackie3982]

Thank you so much for the amazing video, I'm a huge fan of these cars and just can't get enough!!! More please

[@gavin5861]

It's very nice to hear it's still getting raced.

[@MM-cr7dq]

Priceless racing history, awesome. To get viewers in , maybe open with - this is THE actual racing car the movie was about!

[@spittinvenom9843]

Both drivers and car, legendary

[@classiccarfinder]

If theres a case for posthumously awarding a victory in motorsport this is it

[@jamismirs8353]

Lots of history for this piece of art.

[@lukewhiting3025]

American Shelby but tuned and perfected by a British man Gotta love the Anglo-American alliance! Le’mans 66 or Ford v Ferrari is an amazing film

[@aswanth1768]

Ken miles and ken block will live in my heart forever 😔

[@denniswhite9721]

Hmm... always wondered about that pale blue livery and interesting about the Mustang color. Great vid as usual, thanks!

[@ronyeahright9536]

Amazing to see this incredible machine, dripping in automotive and racing history. We know you won the race, Ken!

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

If you think it was Ken, you don't know.

[@ronyeahright9536]

@@DennisMerwood-xk8wp your fly is down

[@franciscos.3671]

Wow, Ken Miles was the racing driver, so this is the car!

[@daniera7635]

Thank you Steve for your great insight. Truly iconic race car and driver in Ken Miles. He's definitely worthy of The Triple Crown 1966.

[@Dasha17177]

What an absolute legendary piece of Ford history. I am a Ford fan in Australia & follow the V8 Supercar series & we could really do with some of that special touch that Carol Shelby brought to Le Man & the team but the trouble is, as soon as Ford start winning some races they get penalized to slow them down for "parity" reasons. But on the other hand the GM product can win race after race & nothing is done, anyway I am starting to waffle on. The Ford V Ferrari movie was one of the best motorsport movies ever made ( IMO ). I would love to see a ford V Ferrari # 2, I did hear somewhere that it may happen, can anybody verify this. Love the channel.

[@hillardfoster4130]

Find information on the 2016 Le mans. The GT returned and beat the Ferrari. The GTs came in 1st, 3rd, and 4th. The Ferrari came in 2nd.

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

@@hillardfoster4130 hahahah.... In a minor class! There is no comparison.

[@aldocardeal2833]

Adorei os dois filmes Ford x Ferrari e no limite da emoção que conta a.historia de James Hunt e Nick lauda.

[@rb67mustang]

Yes, Ken, WON, and yes, it's a beautiful car. This car was at one of the SAAC events painted black with the silver stripe and it was partially apart and on display. I don't remember which SAAC it was, but it was great to see it in person.

[@DAREDEVILBKLYN]

Great museum ace of a driver one of histories best a true champion 🏆

[@ptrichie71]

Lovely to find out the door not shutting actually happened n wasn't something randomly added to the film to try n sauce it up!

[@ernesto_longhi]

I'm in love with this car. And by the GT40 Mk IV too.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@Ernesto Longhi - Technically speaking, the MK1, 2 and 3 were GT40s. The MKIV was simply the MKIV, not a GT 40.

[@charlesblithfield6182]

Love the embossed Dymo labels for switches on the plain metal dash panel. Dymo was big back then.

[@metalted6128]

What a car!!! So awesome it’s actually been used!!! And raced!!! Great video!!!

[@kelliebrooks9094]

Thanks its really cool how rare an how trick these Gt 40s really were....as a mopar collector challengers cudas only....i never knew half the story of this whole race an exploits...of ford an ferrari turn out there really was a lot that happened

[@Jmcg1961]

Ken miles RIP ❤

[@raymondbailey7045]

Such a cool looking car.

[@bryanhinds8522]

I knew Steel Thurkelson he would tell me all about Ken Miles, i was young enough not to know who we was talking about then, but as an adult knowing who he and Steel were surprised me so much.

[@joehuaelwood9753]

Denny Hume after finishing 2nd in 67 went on to win the formula one world championship in 68 absolute legend here in new Zealand rip

[@dingerb1509]

Denny won the F1 championship in 67, Graham Hill in 68.

[@ronlynch7744]

Ford Racing History, too cool. 😎👍🇨🇦

[@RichGT350r]

What a Fabulous Piece of Automotive History! 👍😎

[@hagestad]

True that. Funny enough its often omitted that Ford got their asses handed to them first time they tried to go against much smaller company that is Ferrari in Le Mans. Its also omitted this car had nothing to do with Ford apart from drivetrain it was Lola MK6.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@hagestad @hagestad - True to your first comment. Completely untrue regarding the second! The finished MK1 GT40, as well as subsequent GT40s, had zero Lola parts in them. The Lola MK6 was merely a study object for Ford to get ideas on what set up, styling and other aspects of an endurance car they needed to understand and incorporate into their GT40. I repeat, there was absolutely nothing of Lola origin in Ford's final GT40s.

[@GeorgeSundancermusic]

I'm building a 1/12 scale model of this Ken Miles car. What a treat to have the actual car in your museum !

[@rickintexas1584]

What a wonderful machine.

[@francisdrelling4060]

Great video. I really liked the history on the door problem.

[@chrisheggie952]

Interesting video thanks. I am intrigued the car is a right hand drive despite being American built, but it still manages to have the right hand gear shift. There must have been some linkage issues somewhere along the line though? All kudos and honour to Ken Miles for his gracious acceptance of Ford's directive and the race controller's ruling.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@Chris Heggie - There were actually a couple reasons the car was built w/right hand drive. Le Mans has mostly right hand turns and RHD gives a bit better weight distribution as well as better vision when taking hard right corners at speed. The other reason was the pits back then were open to the track on the left side of the car, so having the driver changes occur on the right side was much safer. I hear too many say it's because the car was built in England, which had nothing at all to do with it being RHD.

[@7775Kevin]

Great video. Fascinating history

[@catiolabr]

He had won 24hrs of Daytona, 12hrs of Sebring and was heading to be the FIRST Endurance TRIPLE CROWN WINNER with that win at LeMans. The feud between Leo Beebe and Miles over his "daredevil" driving is what caused this. Lets remember, Miles, alongside Shelby, was the guy responsible for that car behaviour and agressiveness. He was responsible for both previous wins. Beebe was advising Miles over his driving, EVEN IF HE WAS WINNING. Thats ridiculous. They took FROM him what would become, NOT ONLY the FIRST endurance Triple Crown Winner, but the ONLY ONE to have achieved all of the races on the SAME YEAR. Just to put it on perspective: First endurance triple crown was achieved 4 YEARS later. (1970) 10 Drivers have achieved such a milestone. Miles would've been the ONLY to do it ON THE SAME YEAR, 4 Years prior to the 1st stated record. (1966) 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 INSANE

[@maverick-carsbikesracingma8686]

Goddammit! This is some sensational stuff! Getting goosebumps already....can you please make a video on how the gears were changed? Really curious....

[@ExMachina70]

Never knowing the story of Ken Miles, the fact that he died in the movie shocked me. I went straight to the web thinking it was all theatrics only to discover that the scene was no embellishment.

[@dirttdude]

yeah, i saw the movie.... 32 times. then i studied everything i could find about the Mark || then i got in to the GT sport version of all the available variants. it has several Easter eggs, one came directly from Carol Shelby himself. the car is a handful to drive, but if you listen to Miles, you'll figure it out. it does exceedingly well in most areas but is the king at lamon even though the Ferrari out accelerates it. The Mark || doesn't even wake up till it hits 5000 RPM, can handle 7000 all day and all night and redlines at 8000

[@kemosabegt350geuss6]

In your research have you ever come across information verifying which version of the 427 was used in these vehicles? It came in low-medium and high riser. In all my reading Ive never found anyone addressing this item. I know the high riser was used in the Thunderbolt Fairlanes however that probably would have raised the carbs too high for the Mk.II. In 1967 the Mk.IV would get the Tunnel Port 427.

[@davidthayer6969]

@@kemosabegt350geuss6 The 427 used in 1966 was a medium riser 427. For 1967, yes the Tunnel Port was used. The Thunderbolt and the Galaxie lightweights all ran the Hi Riser, the 66 and 67 427 fairlanes used Medium risers.

[@davidthayer6969]

thank you, I am a huge Ford fan but you are being a little optimistic on the 427........7000 RPM was pretty much the limit for NASCAR, the GT was limited to around 6200. It was never capable of anywhere near 8000 RPM.........BTW I just built a brand new one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DougKlaumann]

America's Greatest Racing Story of all time !

[@JeremyGrubbs66]

GT40 is beast machine!!

[@robviousobviously5757]

I actually got to get really close to this car at a racing school at Miller... goosebumps

[@RelentlessOhiox]

I was lucky enough to ride in a GT 40 once with my Dad. He has flipped cars my entire life and that was one of sexiest damn cars I've ever seen in person.

[@andresantel2137]

You're a very lucky guy, good for you and your Dad

[@georgekerr8804]

Fantastic car. I hope to visit soon.

[@ianmangham4570]

That's my favourite car on the Planet, because Ken miles was one cool 😎 dude 👍🙏🇬🇧

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

Actually was not to cool! He was pig headed and stubborn.

[@windronner1]

Fantastic presentation!! Inspirational story. Great driving. Are red markings behind headlights to reduce glare driving into sunset? Or simply looks? Thanks 👍

[@DRGW485]

If you are referring to the red markings on both sides of the front of the car they were placed there for visibility for the lap counters and the crew in the pits. When the car arrived at Le Mans in 1966 it didn’t have the red markings but they were added before the race. Several other GT40s at the race received similar treatment.

[@windronner1]

@@DRGW485 Thanks! I knew there was some sort of utilitarian reason. And not just decorative. Because I remember, on another GT40 Mk1 or 2, the fender stripes were place across fenders to resolve glare from late afternoon sunset for certain parts of Le Mans track.

[@tangerinedream7211]

The red flashes were I seem to remember there to distinguish it from another pale blue Ford GT, entered from the UK by the F English team, they were UK ford dealers, think their car was a GT 40 to an earlier spec, not the latest 66 spec ford mk 2. All this is from memory so don't quote me.

[@eliasx8237]

I have been working in Formula 1 for 2 years as a pit stop crew member. Bit I think these were the real times. Can‘t imagine what my boss would say if i would slam a hammer against our f1 car😂 I wouldn‘t have a job anymore but I would definitely have my 20seconds in drive to survive😂

[@14goldmedals]

I was allowed behind the velvet rope to sit in this same car while at Miller Motorsports Track in Utah. It was during AMA Superbike Racing. When the curator of Larry Miller's Ford Museum at the track found out my brother and I flew down from Canada for the races, and that the GT-40 was my favourite since I was a kid, he insisted I jump inside! That was a long time ago now and that car was worth $10.5 million US then, imagine now. The yellow one behind #1 was driven by Mario Andretti setting a record with the second place car literally minutes behind Mario! Another from the Miller family.

[@MrDavidMoore]

Awesome peice of automotive history.