1966 Ford GT40 MKII #5 3rd at LeMans in Kandy Gold Metallic in 1:43 scale
This is the 1966 Ford GT40 MKII #5 Kandy Gold Metallic in 1:43 scale by Norev.
Americans Dick Hutcherson and Ronnie Bucknum co-drove the #5 Ford GT40 Mark II at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. They took third place in the endurance race, having made 348 laps around the 8.34-mile circuit. Hutcherson and Bucknum rounded out Ford's dramatic 1-2-3 podium sweep. It was Bucknum's only Le Mans appearance, but Hutcherson returned in 1976.
The 1966 Ford GT40 Mk II, often associated with Ford’s historic domination at Le Mans, was typically driven by top-tier drivers such as Ken Miles and Denny Hulme during that era, showcasing the car’s immense performance potential. Powered by a massive 7.0L (427 cu in) V8, the GT40 Mk II was built specifically to defeat Ferrari, delivering brutal straight-line speed and endurance capability. A Kandy Gold Metallic finish—while more commonly seen on restored or custom examples—highlights the car’s aggressive yet elegant shape. What truly set the GT40 Mk II apart from other race cars of its time was its combination of raw power and aerodynamic efficiency, along with innovations like improved cooling and braking systems, which helped it secure Ford’s legendary 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, forever cementing its place in motorsport history.
Excellent quality and finish. Beautifully crafted and exquisitely detailed. Models are hand
painted, decorated and assembled. Beautiful detail and accuracy of shape and scale. Photo
etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are also used.
- 3rd overall at the 1966 Le Mans 24 Hours; driven by Ronnie Bucknum and Dick Hutcherson
- Holman-Moody/FoMoCo team car for 1966 to 1967
- Also raced and tested by legendary drivers such as Ken Miles, Richie Ginther, A.J. Foyt, Mark Donohue, and Peter Revson
- The fourth of eight Mark II examples built
Americans Dick Hutcherson and Ronnie Bucknum co-drove the #5 Ford GT40 Mark II at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. They took third place in the endurance race, having made 348 laps around the 8.34-mile circuit. Hutcherson and Bucknum rounded out Ford's dramatic 1-2-3 podium sweep. It was Bucknum's only Le Mans appearance, but Hutcherson returned in 1976.
The 1966 Ford GT40 Mk II, often associated with Ford’s historic domination at Le Mans, was typically driven by top-tier drivers such as Ken Miles and Denny Hulme during that era, showcasing the car’s immense performance potential. Powered by a massive 7.0L (427 cu in) V8, the GT40 Mk II was built specifically to defeat Ferrari, delivering brutal straight-line speed and endurance capability. A Kandy Gold Metallic finish—while more commonly seen on restored or custom examples—highlights the car’s aggressive yet elegant shape. What truly set the GT40 Mk II apart from other race cars of its time was its combination of raw power and aerodynamic efficiency, along with innovations like improved cooling and braking systems, which helped it secure Ford’s legendary 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, forever cementing its place in motorsport history.
Excellent quality and finish. Beautifully crafted and exquisitely detailed. Models are hand
painted, decorated and assembled. Beautiful detail and accuracy of shape and scale. Photo
etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are also used.
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