Eckert's Rod & Custom Mach Forty
- Performance Point
- PP 639.22
- Group
- Gr.N
- Max Power
- 787 BHP / 6,500 rpm
- Max Torque
- 107.8 kgfm / 4,000 rpm
- DriveTrain
- MR
- Aspiration
- SC (Supercharger)
- Displacement
- 5,409 cc
- Manufacturer
- Eckert's Rod & Custom
- Length
- 4,561 mm
- Width
- 1,983 mm
- Height
- 1,196 mm
- Weight
- 1,588 kg
Eckert's Rod & Custom Mach Forty: The Ultimate Fusion of Classic Muscle and Modern Power
Eckert's Rod & Custom Mach Forty stands as one of the most innovative and eye-catching custom cars ever created, seamlessly merging the iconic styling of the classic Ford Mustang Mach 1 with the ferocious heart of a Ford GT40. This one-off masterpiece was the brainchild of custom car builder Dave Eckert, designed for the 2012 SEMA Show, and quickly garnered worldwide attention due to its radical approach and meticulous craftsmanship.
The Mach Forty began life as a 1969 Mustang Mach 1, but almost every facet of the car was reinvented. The body was extensively reworked to integrate subtle GT40 cues, creating dramatic new proportions while retaining the soul of a late-'60s Mustang. Underneath the striking exterior lies a chassis engineered to handle the brutal power of a modern, mid-mounted 5.4-liter Ford GT supercharged V8 engine. The powertrain, sourced from a contemporary Ford GT, pumps out a breathtaking 850 horsepower, offering supercar performance in a jaw-dropping restomod package.
While the Mach Forty is not a race-bred machine in the traditional sense, its engineering excellence and attention to performance details have made it an instant classic on the custom car scene. The car has participated in numerous shows, clinching top honors at prestigious events like SEMA. Enthusiasts and critics alike have praised the Mach Forty's flawless execution, impressive power, and unique concept, which blends the best of classic American muscle with the technology and spirit of the Le Mans-winning GT40.
In Gran Turismo 7, Eckert's Rod & Custom Mach Forty is celebrated as a dream car, giving players the unique opportunity to drive a fantasy fusion of history's most legendary machines. While the Mach Forty has no direct motorsport pedigree, its legacy in the world of custom builds and video game stardom ensures that it will be remembered as one of the boldest custom cars ever crafted.