Ford GT - The best kept supercar secret?

When the Ford GT was launched in the mid-2000s, it was built as a celebration of Ford’s 100th anniversary and a bold homage to the legendary GT40 that humbled Ferrari at Le Mans in the 1960s. But beyond the nostalgia and heritage, the Ford GT has become one of the most compelling investment propositions in the collectible car world.

Ford GT40s at the start of Le Mans 1966

At launch, the Ford GT shared garage space with heavyweight rivals like the Porsche Carrera GT and Lamborghini Murciélago. But fast-forward to today, and the value growth of these modern icons paints a fascinating picture:

• Ford GT (2005): Launch price ~£120,000 → today’s value: £350,000–£450,000

• Lamborghini Murciélago Manual: Launch price ~£180,000 → current value: £500,000 +

• Porsche Carrera GT: Launch price ~£330,000 → current value: £1M+

While the Carrera GT has led the charge, the Ford GT’s potential is arguably more impressive when considering its lower entry point, limited production numbers, and growing collector demand.  With just over 4,000 units produced worldwide, and only a fraction in Europe, the GT is a rare, analogue supercar with manual transmission, V8 power, and iconic design, all of which make it a modern collectible unicorn and a real sleeping giant.

An Accessible Route Into a Fast-Appreciating Classic

Traditionally, assets like the Ford GT were only accessible to ultra-high-net-worth individuals or private collectors. That’s now changing.

At TheCarCrowd we have launched a new syndication opportunity that allows investors to own a fractional share in a Ford GT for just £10,000 per allocation. This opens the door to a new generation of investors who want exposure to passion assets with real performance, without needing seven figures of liquidity. 

The Benefits Go Beyond Appreciation

Classic cars like the Ford GT offer a range of unique advantages for portfolio diversification:

• Capital Gains Tax Free: In the UK, any profits from the sale of collectible cars are not subject to CGT, offering a rare tax-free gain in an otherwise heavily taxed landscape.

• Tangible and Enjoyable: Unlike paper assets, these investments are physical, beautiful, and can even be displayed or shown.

• Uncorrelated Returns: Collectible cars do not track stock markets, offering stability in volatile economic conditions.

• Proven Performance: Since 2020, TheCarCrowd’s portfolio has delivered average annual returns of 12.5%, with exits reaching as high as 39.6%.

Final Thoughts

In a world where investors are increasingly looking beyond traditional assets, the Ford GT offers a blend of emotional appeal, historical significance, and hard-nosed financial performance. With its limited supply, growing global demand, and platform access through TheCarCrowd, it's no surprise the Ford GT is racing into the spotlight as one of the best modern classic investments available today.

Register on the platform at https://platform.thecarcrowd.uk/register and own a piece of automotive history, backed by data, passion, and tax-free potential.