Modern Car Collector (MCC) readers now have an exclusive chance to win an extraordinary piece of motorsports heritage: a fully street-legal, Superformance GT40 MKI, meticulously crafted to honor the No. 6 GT40 that famously clinched victory at the 1969 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Valued at $250,000, this exacting tribute is offered through the GT40 Dream Giveaway, with proceeds supporting the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix and its charitable mission to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities.
Built by Downforce Motorsports, the nation’s largest independent Superformance and Shelby American dealer, this authentic continuation model mirrors the original with over 244 laser-cut and pressed steel components, a monocoque chassis, and period-correct details. It comes finished in the iconic Gulf Oil blue and orange livery, complete with racing roundels, orange-painted wheels, twin-pin rear clam, and aluminum-painted door eyebrows.
Power comes from a formidable 427-cubic inch Windsor-based stroker V8, equipped with Weber carburetors and silver powder-coated headers, delivering visceral performance and vintage sound. A six-speed manual transmission, Bilstein coil-over shocks, Wilwood disc brakes, and independent suspension make this GT40 as capable on the track as it is striking on the street.
The interior matches the authenticity, with Moto-Lita steering wheel, Smith gauges, Alcantara-trimmed seats with rivets, and even a Gurney bubble for helmet clearance. Modern upgrades such as air conditioning, a high-capacity oil cooler, and inverted side air scoops bring this legendary design into the 21st century.
This GT40 is included in the Shelby World Registry, adding to its collectible value.
Thanks to the Gulf Oil–Pittsburgh connection—home to the company’s headquarters during the GT40’s racing heyday—this giveaway carries added historical significance.
Entries are open now, with MCC readers receiving bonus chances to win. The opportunity to own this rare and fully functional tribute to one of racing’s most iconic cars won’t last long.
Eve Nowell