GT40 Mk1 Daytona 1965 Winner No.73 Ken Miles

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Model

Celebrate one of the most significant moments in endurance racing history with this beautifully detailed Ford GT40 Mk I No.73 slot car, representing the car driven by Ken Miles and Lloyd Ruby to victory at the 1965 Daytona Continental 2000 km. Finished in its distinctive metallic blue livery with white racing stripes, this early Shelby-American prepared GT40 secured the model's first major international endurance race victory and marked the beginning of Ford's legendary sports car success.

Designed for both collectors and competitive racers, this high-performance slot car combines authentic scale detailing with proven race-ready components. Factory-fitted with a sidewinder motor mount and a powerful 21,500 rpm Shark motor, it delivers excellent acceleration, smooth handling and dependable performance straight from the box. Whether displayed in a collection or raced on the circuit, this GT40 faithfully recreates one of the most iconic endurance racing cars of the 1960s.

Features

• Accurate reproduction of the 1965 Daytona-winning Ford GT40 Mk I No.73
• Finished in the distinctive metallic blue and white Shelby-American racing livery
• Factory-fitted sidewinder chassis with a 21,500 rpm Shark motor
• Ideal for both slot car racing and motorsport collections

Historical Background

The 1965 Daytona Continental 2000 km, held on 28 February 1965 at Daytona International Speedway, marked a breakthrough for the Ford GT40 programme. Driving the Shelby-American entered No.73 Ford GT40 Mk I, Ken Miles and Lloyd Ruby claimed the GT40's first major international endurance race victory after completing 335 laps of the 3.81-mile circuit.

The victory demonstrated the GT40's improving speed, reliability and endurance following its difficult debut season in 1964. Daytona proved that Ford had developed a genuine contender capable of challenging the established European manufacturers and laid the foundations for the GT40's legendary successes, including four consecutive victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 1966 to 1969.

Today, the 1965 Daytona-winning Ford GT40 No.73 remains one of the most celebrated cars in motorsport history, making it a highly desirable addition to any slot car collection or classic endurance racing display.