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Ford Vault Opens in Michigan, Showcasing 125 Historic Cars
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What Happened?
The Ford Vault in Romulus, Michigan, opens to the public on November 14, featuring 125 historic vehicles from Ford's collection, including racing cars and Mustangs.
Key points
- The Ford Vault is a 79,000-square-foot facility in a former Amazon warehouse.
- It houses 125 vehicles from Ford's Heritage Fleet, including rare racing cars and concept models.
- The facility aims to serve as a working archive for Ford's designers and engineers.
- Notable vehicles include the first three cars to finish the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans.
- The Vault will host more public events in the future after its initial opening.
- The collection also features a 1973 Mustang convertible from The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
Key insights
- The Vault's design allows Ford employees to study historical vehicles for future innovations.
- Public access to the collection may enhance community engagement with Ford's heritage.
- The facility's unique exhibits could attract automotive enthusiasts and tourists to Michigan.
Why it matters
The Ford Vault provides public access to a significant collection of automotive history.
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Source
Times of India
