In response to the question posed in the banner headline above… Mansory, Le Mansory is the reason why this usually affordable Ford Gt is worth $2.1 million. Let’s start with the Ford GT first, it features Formula 1 derived suspension that is hydraulically adjustable. And, if you need reminding, it is powered by a 3,496 cc (3.5 L; 213.3 cu in) twin-turbocharged Ford EcoBoost V6 engine rated at 647 hp (482 kW; 656 PS) and 550 lb⋅ft (746 N⋅m) of torque. For the 2020 model year and beyond, this power output rating was increased to 660 hp (492 kW; 669 PS).

Le Mansory is marking 30 years in the bespoke automotive tuning industry and decided to celebrate at their customer’s expense. To that end, the German tuning firm created three special editions. The engine is now tuned to deliver 700 hp and 840 Nm of torque. Le Mansory also created an aggressive carbon fiber body kit that also added 2 inches to the overall width.

Indeed Le Mansory went to town with additional carbon fiber elements. they also created bespoke LED headlights in addition to bespoke designed and milled 21-inch alloy wheels. The interior was completely re-trimmed in white and black Antarctica, the addition of carbon fiber elements, and Le Mansory logos just to remind you where your £2.1 million went. A factory spec Ford GT retails for $500,000 before options.

The Ford GT went on sale in 2017, and only 1,350 units will be made. This far only 600 vehicles have been delivered to customers who are pre-selected by Ford. GT production is scheduled to end by 2020. The limited supply of the Ford GT creates inflationary demand. It’s fair to say Le Mansory is making a tidy profit, even when you factor in the bespoke work. The company should be named Le Markup.

But here’s the deal, because of rarity, high demand and low supply a Ford GT is guaranteed to accumulate in value, one of the very few cars that do.