{"product_id":"original-ford-gt40-mk1-le-mans-pencil-drawing-dan-gurney-signed-danny-day-artwork","title":"Original Ford GT40 Mk I Le Mans Pencil Drawing Signed by Dan Gurney | Danny Day Artwork","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color:#3A3A3A; line-height:1.7;\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis original pencil drawing by acclaimed automotive artist Danny Day features the legendary Ford GT40 Mk I, one of the most iconic endurance racing cars ever built. Created in 2005 and personally hand signed by racing legend Dan Gurney, this one-of-a-kind framed artwork celebrates the car that helped establish Ford's dominance on the international endurance racing stage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduced in the mid-1960s, the Ford GT40 Mk I laid the foundation for one of motorsport's greatest success stories. Developed to challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the GT40 evolved into one of the most successful endurance racers in history, earning multiple overall victories and forever changing the course of international sports car racing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRendered entirely in graphite, Danny Day's original drawing beautifully captures the GT40 Mk I's unmistakable low-slung profile, aerodynamic bodywork, and timeless design. Personally signed by Dan Gurney, whose racing career included victories in Formula One, NASCAR, IndyCar, Trans-Am, Can-Am, and Le Mans, this original artwork represents a remarkable piece of American motorsports history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOriginal one-of-a-kind pencil drawing by Danny Day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonally hand signed by Dan Gurney.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreated in 2005.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubject: Ford GT40 Mk I endurance racing car.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOriginal artwork, not a print or reproduction.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessionally framed and ready for display.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverall framed size: 15\" × 18\".\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent overall collector condition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessionally packaged and fully insured for shipment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is an original hand-drawn pencil artwork created by Danny Day in 2005, not a print or reproduction. The drawing was personally autographed by Dan Gurney, one of the greatest American racing drivers in history. It comes from the original publisher collection, providing exceptional provenance and long-term collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ford GT40 Mk I\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Ford GT40 Mk I marked the beginning of Ford's historic effort to conquer endurance racing. Designed specifically to compete against Ferrari, the GT40 quickly evolved into one of the most successful race cars ever produced, ultimately capturing four consecutive overall victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 1966 through 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIts sleek styling, advanced engineering, and remarkable racing pedigree have made the GT40 one of the most collectible and recognizable competition cars in automotive history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout Dan Gurney\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDan Gurney was one of the most versatile competitors ever to sit behind the wheel. His victories spanned Formula One, NASCAR, IndyCar, sports cars, Trans-Am, and Can-Am, while his innovations as both a driver and constructor helped shape modern motorsports.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHis accomplishments include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWinner of the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFormula One Grand Prix winner.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCan-Am race winner.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFounder of All American Racers (AAR).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInnovator credited with popularizing the podium champagne celebration.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMember of multiple international motorsports halls of fame.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eHis authentic signature transforms this original drawing into an exceptional collectible celebrating one of America's greatest racing legends.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eExcellent overall collector condition. The original pencil drawing remains beautifully preserved with outstanding detail and presentation. Created in 2005 and professionally framed. As with many vintage framed works, the frame may exhibit minor cosmetic wear consistent with age. Any such imperfections are limited to the frame and do not affect the original artwork or Dan Gurney signature.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDanny Day is an internationally recognized American automotive artist celebrated for his extraordinary realism and historically accurate depictions of legendary racing automobiles. His original drawings and signed editions are highly sought after by collectors throughout the automotive art world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs with many original works of art, photographs cannot fully capture the depth, detail, and craftsmanship that are best appreciated in person.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage collector condition. Produced in 2005 and professionally framed. As with many vintage framed works, the frame may exhibit minor cosmetic wear consistent with age. The artwork itself remains beautifully preserved and display-ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cars \u0026 CEOs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49175429611828,"sku":null,"price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2276\/2043\/files\/original-ford-gt40-mk1-le-mans-pencil-drawing-dan-gurney-signed-danny-day-artwork.png?v=1782765870","url":"https:\/\/carsceos.com\/products\/original-ford-gt40-mk1-le-mans-pencil-drawing-dan-gurney-signed-danny-day-artwork","provider":"Cars \u0026 CEOs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}