| Galpin GTR1 | |
| Manufacturer: | Galpin Auto Sports |
| Production: | 2013–2016 |
| Assembly: | California |
| Body Style: | 2-door Coupe |
| Class: | Sports car (S) |
| Related: | Ford GT |
| Layout: | RMR layout |
| Engine: | 5.4L twin-turbocharged V8 |
| Transmission: | 6-speed manual |
| Aka: | Galpin Ford GTR1 |
The Galpin GTR1 (sometimes referred to as the Galpin Ford GTR1) is a custom sports car based on the Ford GT developed and built by American automotive company Galpin Auto Sports. The car was unveiled at Pebble Beach in 2013.[1] Galpin planned to make at least six cars in 2014, with the possibility of another 18 to follow, based on demand.[2]
In 2013, Galpin Auto Sports utilized the mechanical underpinnings of a Ford GT as basis to build the GTR1. The GTR1 has a 5.4L twin-turbocharged V8, capable of producing 10240NaN0 and 7390NaN0 of torque, which enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in about 3 seconds, and reach an advertised top speed of 2250NaN0.[3] However, if the GTR1 is fuelled with 100-octane fuel, the power and torque outputs are boosted to respectively 11970NaN0 and 8870NaN0 of torque.[4] The hand-built, all-aluminum chassis features carbon fiber detailing, and LED headlights,[3] and is approximately 50NaN0 wider than the standard Ford GT. The interior is only slightly altered from the Ford GT, but now has leather upholstery, a machined aluminum instrument cluster, and a McIntosh audio system.[5] The GTR1 uses 20" aluminum wheels, which are fitted with Pirelli P-Zero tires.[5] Carbon fiber disc brakes, with six-piston calipers and Reinforced carbon–carbon rotors are used to stop the car. It is the only car in the world, besides Formula One cars, to have carbon-carbon rotors.[6]