2019 Ford GT Headlines Docket of Classic Ford Collectible Vehicles at Barrett-Jackson Fall Auction
October 3, 2024
Posted by Barrett-Jackson
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Oct. 3, 2024 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, will offer a diverse docket of late-model and classic Ford vehicles selling with No Reserve during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Headlining the Ford offerings is the 2019 Ford GT (Lot #769) finished in Liquid Red with Dark Energy interior and an unrestored survivor 1969 Mustang Boss 429 (Lot #749) that is one of 857 built for the model year.
“Throughout the years, Blue Oval cars, especially the Ford GT and Mustang name plates, have been desirable among collectors worldwide,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “I’m thrilled about the quality and diversity of late-model and classic Fords that we consigned for Scottsdale. Bidders will be treated to many opportunities to own the Ford of their dreams, from an adrenaline-pumping 2019 Ford GT to a custom 1960 Ford Starliner (Lot #771) that’s powered by a 2006 Ford GT-derived supercharged 8-cylinder engine. It’s a great time to be a bidder and have the chance to be the next owner of these incredible Fords.”
Two late-model Ford GTs crossing the block in Scottsdale with No Reserve include the 2019 Ford GT (Lot #769) that is powered by an 3.5-liter ecoBoost V6 engine mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, with stopping power provided by Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes. A garage-kept 2006 Ford GT (Lot #758) is one of 2,011 built for the model year and is powered by a supercharged V8 engine with a 6-speed manual transmission.
A number of Ford’s famous pony cars are included in the Scottsdale Fall Auction, including a 2020 Ford Shelby GT500 Code Red (Lot #720) that boasts more than 1,000 horsepower. A limited-production Shelby Mustang, the Code Red is one of 10 total GT500s from each of the 2020-22 model years, with a total of 30 units built. One of only 46 cars for the model year finished in Lightning Blue Metallic with white racing stripes, a 2017 Ford GT350R (Lot #397) has 505 actual miles. Inspired by the the iconic movie car, a 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt (Lot #859) on the docket is powered by a 480-horsepower V8 engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Also crossing the auction block will be an unrestored 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (Lot #749) powered by the original drivetrain with a factory-original matching-numbers 429ci V8 engine rated at 375hp that was rebuilt in 2014. One of 857 produced for the model year, it currently has just 33,974 miles.
A very special Mustang, a 2024 Dark Horse (Lot #3000), will also cross the block during the fall auction to benefit charity. Powered by a Coyote V8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, the Blue Ember Metallic Mustang is capable of an exhilarating 500 horsepower and 418 ft/lbs of torque. Selling with No Reserve, 100 percent of the hammer price will directly benefit Samaritan’s Purse, a humanitarian aid organization dedicated to helping those in need.
“Ford Motor Company is a true American success story and the Ford family has played a huge role in shaping the automotive culture around the globe,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “From international racing circuits to the country streets across rural America, Fords are a part of the fabric of this great country. We have a number of incredible Fords coming to Scottsdale, including unrestored survivors and beautifully crafted Resto-Mods.”
Among the most anticipated classic Fords crossing the block is a 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 (Lot #469). Powered by a stock 302ci V8 engine paired with 4-speed manual transmission, it is one of 1,628 Boss 302s built in 1969, and one of 194 with a Wimbledon White exterior. A matching-numbers 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 (Lot #756) is one of nine produced with the Twister Special Package and is powered by a 351ci Cleveland engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Of the 96 Twister Specials produced, this example is the only 351ci 4-speed known to exist and one of 14 of the original 96 to retain its original matching-numbers engine and transmission.
Lot #423 is a restored 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 with hardtop and is a true factory R-code car. Powered by a factory-original date-code-correct 427ci V8 engine with a dual 4-barrel carburetor, a 1956 Ford Thunderbird convertible (Lot #156) is a garage-kept example finished in factory Fiesta Red with a Colonial White hardtop.
Other notable Ford collectible vehicles to be auctioned include:
- 2020 Ford Mustang Jack Roush Signature Edition (Lot #390) – Powered by a V8 equipped with a Roush TVS R2650 supercharger that produces 775 horsepower
- 2000 Ford Mustang Cobra R (Lot #800) – Powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine, finished in Striking Red and was kept in a secure garage
- 1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition (Lot #787) – Factory-original 1967 Ford Mustang fastback with rotisserie restoration to become an officially licensed and certified Eleanor Tribute Edition
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