Ford celebrates the 50 years of the 24 Hours of Le Mans with special models, but only in France

The year 1966 saw the start of one of the most intense races in the endurance racing circuit. The most popular of all is the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and to celebrate those first 50 years of its history, Ford has launched a special series of its most sporting models. The models that will benefit from the 50th Anniversary Le Mans special edition are the Ford Fiesta ST, Focus ST, Focus RS and the Mustang coupé. They are spectacular cars, of which only 50 units of each model will be built.

How are these limited-edition models going to pay tribute to this exclusive race? Well, to begin with, you’ll notice it in the bodywork paint. It uses the Black Mica colour, on which some grey lines stand out. These remind us of the GT40 II, a car driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon in that first race in 1966.

Fifty units of each model to pay tribute to the race

Inside, you’ll be able to see a commemorative plaque that helps identify this version of each of the models. These won’t be the only differences from the models they are based on, as each of them will also come with a standard equipment package. For example, the Fiesta ST will feature the Performance and Parking package and 17-inch alloy wheels, and the Focus ST will fit 18-inch wheels.

The Focus RS, for its part, will have the City and Premium equipment packages, while the Mustang coupé will fit 19-inch wheels and leather seats. And all of this is only part of the special features the cars in this limited special edition will have. The price, of course, also matches this exclusivity. Prices in France start with the Fiesta ST, priced at €27,200, up to the €47,100 that the Ford Mustang GT V8 ’50’ costs. And, besides getting this very special car, the buyer is entered into a free draw for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, which could land them a ticket in the raffle to be held next month.

Via | Carscoops

Technical specifications of the cars in this article

HatchbackFord Focus19 versions · from 31,034 €

CoupeFord Mustang6 versions · from 62,405 €