One of motorsport's most iconic moments came back to life at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the three original Ford GT40s that completed the historic 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans podium finish reunited and drove together up the famous hill climb.

Sixty years after Ford's landmark victory over Ferrari at Le Mans, the very same GT40 Mk IIs recreated the legendary 1-2-3 formation finish that secured all three podium positions for the Blue Oval in one of endurance racing's most iconic triumphs.

Adding to the occasion, three generations of the Andretti family piloted the cars up the famous Goodwood hillclimb, with 1978 Formula 1 World Champion Mario Andretti leading his son Michael and grandson Marco.

The 1966 race marked Ford's first overall victory at Le Mans after two unsuccessful attempts. Determined to end Ferrari's dominance, Ford entered eight GT40s, fielded by Shelby America, Holman & Moody, and Alan Mann Racing.

Backed by an enormous logistical effort that reportedly included more than 100 crew members and 20 tons of spare parts and equipment shipped from the United States, Ford left little to chance in its pursuit of victory.

At the finish, the Shelby America GT40 chassis P/1046 (1st place), driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon, crossed the line first, followed closely by P/1015 (2nd place) Ken Miles and Denny Hulme. P/1016 (3rd place) Ronnie Bucknum and Dick Hutcherson completed the podium for Holman & Moody, creating one of the most enduring images in motorsport history.

Seeing all three original GT40 Mk IIs together is a rare sight, but watching them climb the Goodwood hill in their iconic 1-2-3 formation was an even greater spectacle, giving spectators a glimpse of one of motorsport's most historic moments.

The trio of GT40s is now under the ownership of the Miller Family Automobile Foundation, which reunited the three historic race cars that cemented Ford's place in endurance racing history.