Ford GT Mk IV Smashes Nürburgring Record, Dominating American Performance Cars
The Ford GT Mk IV has shattered records at Germany's famed Nürburgring, becoming the fastest American car and the quickest solely internal combustion-powered vehicle on the circuit. This $1.7 million track-only supercar completed the challenging Nordschleife in 6:15.977, a testament to its 800-plus horsepower EcoBoost engine and advanced racing technology. Driven by Frédéric Vervisch, this limited-edition machine continues the legacy of its legendary predecessors.
The Ford GT Mk IV has achieved a remarkable feat, setting a new Nürburgring record for American cars and establishing itself as the fastest solely internal combustion-powered vehicle on the legendary German circuit. This track-only, limited edition version of the Ford GT supercar, costing $1.7 million, completed the challenging Nürburgring Nordschleife in a blistering time of 6:15.977. This performance surpasses the Corvette ZR1X for the American title and positions it as one of the fastest cars ever to post an official time at the 'Ring, trailing only the Porsche 919 Hybrid EVO race car and the Volkswagen ID.R.
While officially the third-fastest time, some consider it the fourth, acknowledging the legendary 6:11.13 lap set by Stefan Bellof in a Porsche 956 during qualifying in 1983, a time not officially recognized due to