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No Reserve Classics is honored to present what we believe to be one of the most historically significant Ford GTs ever offered for private ownership. PB1-1 represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire an irreplaceable piece of Ford Performance history, complete with exceptional provenance, continuous ownership history, and an archive that documents the rebirth of one of America's greatest performance icons. Vehicles of this significance are rarely available, and once placed into a major collection, may never again be publicly offered.
PB1-1 is far more than an early Ford GT-it is one of the most historically significant vehicles ever produced by Ford Performance. As the very first vehicle in Ford's PB1 (Production-Representative Build Phase 1) program, this prototype marked the beginning of the production validation process that ultimately led to customer deliveries of the 2005 Ford GT. Built to verify Ford's manufacturing procedures while maintaining production-level specifications, PB1-1 became one of only two Ford GTs selected to travel to Europe for final high-speed validation testing. Powered by Ford's legendary 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 paired with a Ricardo 6-speed manual transaxle, this prototype achieved a certified 209.1 MPH during testing at Italy's famed Nard Ring, validating Ford's performance claims before the first production GT ever reached customers. Equipped with factory development cooling air foils, SVT track alignment, a full roll cage, dual Sparco 5-point harnesses, and serving as the Development Hoosier R6 Tire Program vehicle, PB1-1 remains one of the most important engineering vehicles in Ford GT history.
Finished in its instantly recognizable yellow exterior, PB1-1 retains the unique appearance it carried throughout Ford's European validation program. While outwardly resembling a production Ford GT, the car features factory prototype development components and testing equipment used during sustained high-speed evaluation at Nard. Every aspect of the vehicle reflects its engineering purpose, from its aerodynamic development cooling air foils to its track-prepared stance. As one of only two Ford GTs chosen for European testing, this prototype represents the exact configuration Ford engineers relied upon to prove the capabilities of the modern GT before production commenced.
Inside, PB1-1 balances production Ford GT design with functional engineering equipment installed specifically for testing and validation. The cockpit features factory GT seating complemented by a professionally integrated roll cage and dual Sparco 5-point racing harnesses used during high-speed development. The interior remains remarkably preserved and serves as a rare glimpse into Ford's Special Vehicle Team development program, showcasing the equipment and configuration utilized while validating one of America's greatest modern supercars.
Unlike nearly every other development prototype from the era, PB1-1 survived Ford's testing program and has remained remarkably intact with continuous ownership history and extraordinary documentation. Following Ford's invitation-only sale of select development vehicles, the car was acquired directly from Ford Motor Company by a longtime Ford enthusiast, who meticulously preserved both the vehicle and its extensive historical archive. Included is what is believed to be one of the most comprehensive Ford GT documentation collections in existence, consisting of the original Ford SVT Equipment Sale Agreement, engineering documentation, Target 200 test media, original Nard testing documents, display boards, historical photographs, original CDs, posters, event materials, and correspondence documenting PB1-1's pivotal role in the rebirth of the Ford GT. Featured during the European Ford GT press launch and documented as a BBC Top Gear Magazine test vehicle in July 2004, this prototype represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire an irreplaceable piece of Ford Performance history.
As always, if you're an extremely interested buyer and are not quite yet convinced about the condition of our vehicle, we not only welcome inspections but we encourage them! Please feel free to set up an appointment with any credible inspector and we'll be more than happy to put this car up on a lift for a thorough comprehensive inspection!
Please keep in mind that this vehicle is one of our newest arrivals and can be purchased as-is or with additional options. We are currently in the process of inspecting, servicing, and detailing this vehicle. Please allow up to 4-6 weeks to complete this vehicle!
Under the Hood:
5.4L Supercharged DOHC Modular V8
550 Horsepower
Ricardo 6-Speed Manual Transaxle
PB1-1 Production-Representative Build Vehicle
Certified 209.1 MPH at the Nard Ring, Italy
One of Only Two Ford GTs Sent to Europe for High-Speed Validation Testing
Development Cooling Air Foils
Development Hoosier R6 Tire Program Vehicle
SVT Track Alignment Specifications
Factory Roll Cage
Dual Sparco 5-Point Racing Harnesses
Exterior:
Factory Yellow Exterior Finish
Original PB1-1 Prototype Configuration
Prototype Development Cooling Air Foils
Factory Engineering Test Vehicle
European Press Launch Vehicle
High-Speed Validation Configuration
One of the Most Historically Significant Ford GTs Ever Produced
Interior:
Factory Black Leather Interior
Factory Ford GT Bucket Seats
Factory Aluminum Interior Trim
Integrated Roll Cage
Dual Sparco 5-Point Racing Harnesses
Prototype Engineering Configuration
Documentation & Provenance:
PB1-1 " First Vehicle in Ford's PB1 Production-Representative Build Program
VIN: 1FAFP90S25Y400037
Original Ford SVT Equipment Sale Agreement
Continuous Provenance from Original Ford Owner
Acquired Directly from Ford Motor Company
Extensive Ford Engineering Documentation
Original Target 200 Test Media
Original Nard Testing Documents
Original Display Boards
Historical Photographs & Archive
Original CDs, Posters & Event Materials
Featured During the European Ford GT Press Launch
Documented BBC Top Gear Magazine Test Vehicle (July 2004)
Historical Significance:
The First Vehicle Built in Ford's PB1 Production Validation Program
Helped Launch the Modern Ford GT into Production
Certified Ford GT's 209.1 MPH Top Speed Before Customer Deliveries
One of Only Two Ford GTs Used for European High-Speed Validation Testing
Driven by International Journalists During the European Press Launch
One of the Most Extensively Documented Ford GT Prototypes Known to Exist
Continuous Ownership History with Exceptional Provenance
A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity to Own an Irreplaceable Piece of Ford Performance History
