The famous 1977 Ford F-150 featured in Gymkhana 10 and Climbkhana Two is back on sale. It will be auctioned off at an event to be held in Scottsdale, Arizona starting January 18th. Designed and built by the professional driver, who passed away in 2023, it is a one-of-a-kind vehicle powered by an engine borrowed from a Ford GT from Le Mans
Listed for sale on Lbi Limited by Ken Block himself in June 2021 for approx one million eurosreturns to the market to the delight of collectors Ford F-150 of 1977 protagonist in Gymkhana 10 and in Climbkhana Two. The vehicle designed and built by the king of traverses will be auctioned without reserve at the event organized by Barrett-Jackson at the WestWorld convention center in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States, from January 18 to 26. Two years have passed since the death of the American pilot and entrepreneur, died January 2, 2023 at the age of 55 following a snowmobile accident in Wasatch County, Utah, also in the United States.
how it’s done
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Renamed Hoonitruckthe pickup boasts an engine EcoBoost V6 twin turbo 3.5 liter engine capable of releasing a power of 914 HP and 702 Nm of torque. The engine, coming from a Ford GT Le Mans, is combined with a Sadev six-speed gearbox and all-wheel drive. THE’Hoonitruck It features a 3D printed intake manifold designed by Ford Performancewhich peeks out from the bonnet flanked by two turbochargers. Also customize the wheels that dress the tires Toyowhile the cockpit is that of a real racing car.
the debut in the world of drift
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The Ford F-150 from 1977, customized by the driver and the team Hoonigan in collaboration with Detroit Speeddebuted in Gymkhana 10 melting tires along the legendary Route 66, as well as in Climbkhana Two struggling with the Chinese highway of Tianmen mountain, one of the most dangerous roads in the world. As stated by the President and CEO of Barrett-Jackson, Craig Jackson: “The Hoonitruck celebrates the unrivaled spirit Ken Block expressed throughout his career as a world-famous rally driver and professional drifter. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to offer this incredible custom vehicle to celebrate theKen’s lasting impact Block about the motorsports community. This custom vehicle has a truly remarkable legacy and would be an honored addition to any collection.”
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