Secondary Market For The 2017-2018 Ford GT


THamonGT

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Since The 2017 and some 2020 Ford GT’s have passed their 24 months ownership time requirements, what is the market for these to second ownership purchasers? The no mileage cars that were stored and are now showing up at various auction houses for sale. This question should give Members something to think about over the weekend? What about those with some mileage? After owning my GT for three years now I will make a statement that some owners may have also heard! My delivery specialist Bernardo Martinez told me, “Break it in gradually for the first 600-800 miles then drive it, enjoy it and have fun with it, BUT DON’T let it Sit for long periods of time because that is not good for this highly technically designed vehicle”. What’s the market on these super cars?
 
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KennethClay

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Oct 15, 2012
885
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... and Aug 29 this '18 w/97 miles will be auctioned at Mecum https://www.mecum.com/lots/FA0820-433142/2018-ford-gt/

Any idea whose car that is at Mecum? Just curious...
 

extrap

GT Owner
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Jul 16, 2020
1,920
Gainesville FL
Any idea whose car that is at Mecum? Just curious...

No, sorry. I guess I'm too new to GTs to have an idea of specific ownership. I live in FL so am thinking about going to the auction 8/29 and saw that one listed.
 

tpraceman

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Feb 20, 2006
2,835
Washington Michigan
Being the fact that these are all out Race cars with roll cage and keel design chassis, complex controls and active hydraulics/suspensions.
I think some miles is very important. Sorting out the big stuff under warranty should add buyer confidence and desire.
Personally at any show the GT is a Huge hit and people stop take pics look in the windows and all around them - while other like supercars though very nice are what I call "walkbys". People look, nod and keep walking.

So the GT Wow factor will increase those want the ultimate in cool have them and once the shuffle of I bought to keep and those who bought to profit shake out the supply will be very limited. Supply and Demand will take over and I think as the stock market levels out profit takers will invest in that which is rare. My guess 1.5 to 1.8 in 3 years 2.2 in 5.

Added note: Market is high now and dividends are lower so selling now while low and investing in the market (high) could backfire.

Just my silly thoughts (But I did predict the 05/06 GT to dip and then nearly double and they were 4X the production :).
 
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SPI

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Nov 28, 2018
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Chicago
Since The 2017 and some 2020 Ford GT’s have passed their 24 months ownership time requirements, what is the market for these to second ownership purchasers? The no mileage cars that were stored and are now showing up at various auction houses for sale. This question should give Members something to think about over the weekend? What about those with some mileage? After owning my GT for three years now I will make a statement that some owners may have also heard! My delivery specialist Bernardo Martinez told me, “Break it in gradually for the first 600-800 miles then drive it, enjoy it and have fun with it, BUT DON’T let it Sit for long periods of time because that is not good for this highly technically designed vehicle”. What’s the market on these super cars?

Great Point on The Milage!

I’m terms of miles I don’t understand how people don’t drive the cars and leave them under 100 miles .

I would never buy a vehicle especially this much premium over sticker that is out of warranty and not been tested through.
I would never buy a vehicle especially this much premium over sticker that is out of warranty and not been tested through!!!
 

Oufan2929

GT Owner
Aug 18, 2015
33
Being the fact that these are all out Race cars with roll cage and keel design chassis, complex controls and active hydraulics/suspensions.
I think some miles is very important. Sorting out the big stuff under warranty should add buyer confidence and desire.
Personally at any show the GT is a Huge hit and people stop take pics look in the windows and all around them - while other like supercars though very nice are what I call "walkbys". People look, nod and keep walking.

So the GT Wow factor will increase those want the ultimate in cool have them and once the shuffle of I bought to keep and those who bought to profit shake out the supply will be very limited. Supply and Demand will take over and I think as the stock market levels out profit takers will invest in that which is rare. My guess 1.5 to 1.8 in 3 years 2.2 in 5.

Added note: Market is high now and dividends are lower so selling now while low and investing in the market (high) could backfire.

Just my silly thoughts (But I did predict the 05/06 GT to dip and then nearly double and they were 4X the production :).
I'd love to see you be right, but I don't see this being a 1.5 car (at least standard issue cars) to 1.8 for many years. 2.2 many years after that. 1350 cars is a LOT. The Ferrari F40 is having a terrible time getting past the 1.5 barrier except for very special examples. I just think there will always be plenty of options to choose from. But again, I've never wanted to be more wrong about something:)
 

THamonGT

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There a few of us who think Ford will never build 1350 New Ford GT’s! We’ll See!
 

Oufan2929

GT Owner
Aug 18, 2015
33
There a few of us who think Ford will never build 1350 New Ford GT’s! We’ll See!
That would be great! My concierge rep still thinks demand is way too high... but no doubt there are higher ups than me that would no more. Just let me get mine!
 

extrap

GT Owner
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Jul 16, 2020
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Gainesville FL
There a few of us who think Ford will never build 1350 New Ford GT’s! We’ll See!

I like that prediction .. if it means I have a chance at one! :cool:

.. a new one, that is.
 

extrap

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Jul 16, 2020
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Gainesville FL
Looks like we're going to learn more at the Nov Mecum auction in Vegas https://www.mecum.com/lots/LN1120-422888/2018-ford-gt-67-heritage-edition/
 

roketman

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Oct 24, 2005
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I don’t care what they are worth!Now or 10 years from now! My only investment is my enjoyment! Just like with the 05 , 06 GT’s ,people get hung up on “what’s it worth”! I’m sick of hearing it! Don’t worry, it will always be worth More than you paid!
The GT of new or old is a dream come true to me! Which makes it priceless in my world!
Go for ride and shut up!
Or even better go to the track!
Just my 02!
 
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rick458

GT Owner
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Jun 23, 2011
32
What he said😜😜
 
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B.M.F.

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Jan 29, 2009
1,814
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There are no mile auction cars selling for less than a million right now, some still sell higher. Some higher mileage cars have sold around 800k.. Time will tell as more hit the market!
 
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medici78

GT Owner
Dec 31, 2006
99
El Paso, TX
Cheapest ones so far are in the 800's counting hammer price and buyer's premium. I believe the GT will have long-term value retention, if not appreciation. Consider how unique they are due to he LeMans pedigree (only car I can think of on the market that was prioritized as a racecar then road car, in that order) and the production is relatively low for today's market.

I can't imaging buying one with the intention of just locking it away.
 
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