As a lifelong Ford fan, and a fan of the original GT 40, it is exciting to see this reincarnation of one of the most exciting cars I believe has ever been produced.
It would be much more exciting, however, to see Ford develop and market such a car priced somewhere more in the vicinity of the competitions offerings, namely the Corvette (still an incredible value) and the Dodge Viper (expensive, but still under $100K). While creating a firestorm of publicity in the automotive press, this car, while it may fill a void in a few affluent enthusiasts collections, will most likely do nothing to help reverse Ford's declining fortunes.
As a long time shareholder, I am disappointed in Ford Motor Company's inability up to now to field a world class sports car, passenger car or a true hybrid that will compete with Toyota, Nissan and eventually, GM. To survive over the long term, Ford will need to deliver, and a limited production $150,000 exotic, while neat eye candy, is not going to cut it.
My .02 cents worth.
Bud
