Google billionaire requested his rare supercar that costs more than $1 million be modified
- Google’s VP, Benjamin Sloss Treynor, modified Ford GT Mk II
- The car was enhanced to reach 700 horsepower
- Only 45 units of the car were ever made
Published on Oct 18, 2024 at 12:09 PM (UTC+4)
by Daksh Chaudhary
Last updated on Oct 18, 2024 at 3:50 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Imagine owning an ultra-rare supercar and then modifying it to make it even more unique – that’s exactly what Google’s VP, Benjamin Sloss Treynor, did back in 2020 with his Ford GT Mk II.
The track-only version of the Ford GT Mk II was already a powerhouse, with around 647 horsepower.
However, the requested modifications by Benjamin were to enhance the car to reach 700 horsepower.
With only 45 units ever made and a staggering price of around $1 million, this car remains a true collector’s item to this day.
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Benjamin Sloss Treynor rare supercar modification
Benjamin is well known for his passion for collecting supercars, so he bought the Ford GT Mk II – not unlike the Sultan of Brunei’s drool-inducing fleet.
However, that still wasn’t enough to satisfy him.
In fact, bringing the car’s power from 647hp to 700hp proved not to be enough.
So, he customized it with a striking Gulf-inspired paint scheme in powder blue and orange.
His choice of colors was a reference to the legendary Le Mans-winning Ford GT40 from the 1960s.
The car also featured the number 15, adding the track-only supercar feel to the beast – check out the Bugatti Bolide for similar vibes.
The Ford GT Mk II wasn’t just about the looks, however – it was built for extreme performance.
In comparison to the car’s road-going version, the track-only model delivered 400 percent more downforce, allowing it to grip the track with remarkable stability.
On top of everything else, the modifications shaved off an additional 300 pounds, bringing the car’s performance to its fullest potential.
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Ford GT Mk II and its rich history
The GT Mk II’s history goes back to Ford’s successful days at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where the GT40 won the races in 1968 and 1969.
By 2020, the new Mk II aimed to continue that legacy by updating their cars.
Interestingly, buyers in 2020 had the exciting opportunity to design their own unique paint scheme for the GT Mk II, making avid collectors like Benjamin own something truly one of a kind.
