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Ford opens new Vault filled with 150 vehicles spanning its iconic history
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Ford Motor Co. is opening the 79,000-square-foot Ford Vault near Detroit, consolidating around 150 historic vehicles, concept cars, and racing machines previously stored across multiple locations in southeast Michigan.
- The collection includes notable vehicles such as a 1910 Model T, World War II military vehicles like the 1941 Ford GP, a 1998 Stewart Formula One car, and a unique 10-cylinder Mustang.
- The Vault aims not only to preserve Ford's history but also to inspire current designers and engineers by showcasing the evolution and distinctive features of iconic models like the Bronco and Mustang.
- Visitors will experience a comprehensive display beginning with two Ford GTs and the 1910 Model T, offering deep insights into Ford's cultural and societal impact over more than a century.
- Earlier in 2023, Ford also celebrated its heritage with a free exhibit at Washington D.C.'s Union Station as part of the United States' 250th birthday festivities.
