Ford’s Finest Moments at Goodwood Events
The Goodwood motorsport events showcase Ford’s diverse racing heritage through an impressive collection of historic and modern vehicles. From legendary GT40s to cutting-edge Supervans, these performances highlight Ford’s significant impact on motorsport history.
Notable Racing Battles
GT40 Dominance
- Tom Kristensen’s remarkable GT40 drive from 18th to 3rd place
- Kenny Brack’s skillful GT40 onboard demonstration
- Gordon Shedden’s precision hot lap
- Intense GT40 vs Cobra battles
- Four-car overtake sequence in a single lap
Modern Performance Vehicles
- Ford Mustang ‘Hoonicorn’ demonstration
- Ford Supervan 4 and 4.2 exhibitions
- Ford Mustang GTD showcase
- Ford Dakar Raptor performance
Classic Ford Competition Cars
| Model | Event Type |
|---|---|
| Zakspeed Capri | Circuit Racing |
| Ford RS200 | Rally Exhibition |
| Escort RS Cosworth | Rally Display |
| Ford F3L | Historic Racing |
| Ford Falcon | Power Display |
Rally Heritage Showcase
The Members’ Meeting and Festival of Speed highlighted Ford’s rally prowess through displays of iconic models including the Escort RS1800 MK2, Focus WRC, and the legendary RS200 EVO2.
Touring Car Highlights
- Ford Mondeo BTCC demonstration
- Ford Escort Cosworth WRC performance
- Focus RS WRC exhibitions
Performance Variants
The Festival of Speed hill climb saw an eclectic mix of Ford performance vehicles, from the 650HP Fiesta to the purpose-built race machines like the Transit Van and F-150 ‘Hoonitruck’.
Notable Matchups
- Mustang versus Capri battles
- Shedden versus Huff in GT40s
- Mustang versus Mustang onboard duels
Special Performances
- Escort RS 1700T demonstrations
- Ford Taurus exhibition runs
- Ford GT40 precision driving displays
The variety of Ford vehicles at Goodwood events spans multiple decades and disciplines, from purpose-built racers to modified road cars. Each appearance demonstrates different aspects of Ford’s motorsport heritage, from circuit racing to rallying, and from vintage classics to modern performance machines.
These demonstrations not only showcase the technical evolution of Ford’s racing programs but also highlight the brand’s continuous presence in various forms of motorsport. The mix of historic races, hill climb runs, and exhibition drives provides a comprehensive look at Ford’s racing DNA across different eras and categories.
