27/06/2008 23:25. Paris, June 25, 2008 Two unique and specially
restored Ford race cars will return to the famous Le Mans 24 Hours
circuit for the 2008 Le Mans Classic between July 11 and 13. After
painstaking restorations, the two cars, a 1923 Model T Montier and
a 1973 Ford Capri RS2600, are taking to the track to compete again
at the iconic Sarthe circuit under the 'Ecurie Ford France' banner.
"The Le Mans 24 Hours has featured in Ford's motorsport history
since the very first race, and we are delighted to be able to
continue our association with it through our involvement in the Le
Mans Classic," said John Fleming, Ford of Europe President and CEO.
"It is particularly fitting that this year, the 100th anniversary
of the legendary Model T we have chosen to compete again with an
original and superbly... //
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