Goodwood Revival to Host Historic 1966 Le Mans 1-2-3 Reunion

The image of three Ford GTs crossing the finish line in the rain at Le Mans is burned into the mind of every motorsport fan. It represents the moment the American underdog finally toppled Ferrari. Goodwood just announced that they are bringing this heavy dose of history back to life in 2026. The actual cars from that legendary 1-2-3 finish are set to reunite, not just to sit on a manicured lawn, but to run at both the Festival of Speed and the Goodwood Revival.

It has been a full decade since these three machines were in the same ZIP code, let alone running together on a track. We are talking about chassis P/1046, P/1015, and P/1016. These are the specific chariots driven by icons like Bruce McLaren, Ken Miles, and Denny Hulme. They will first tackle the famous Hill during the Festival of Speed, fitting perfectly with this year’s theme of “The Rivals — Epic Racing Duels.” It is a proper nod to the 60th anniversary of the Ford versus Ferrari war that changed sports car racing forever. The celebration continues in September when the trio hits the historic circuit at the Goodwood Revival, offering a visceral reminder of what raw 1960s horsepower sounds like without modern mufflers.

The Duke of Richmond expressed his gratitude to the Shelby family and the car owners for making this logistics miracle happen. It is more than just a photo op because it honors a personal rivalry that shaped the industry. Aaron Shelby, Carroll’s grandson, noted that the competition between Ford, Shelby, and Ferrari defined their destiny for 60 years. He will be on site to present the Duke with the Carroll Shelby Spirit Award, adding his name to a list that includes legends like Dan Gurney and Bob Bondurant.

Seeing one real GT Mk II is special, but seeing the specific three that broke Ferrari is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Team Shelby is organizing a global pilgrimage for members to witness the spectacle. If you have ever dreamed of hearing those 427 engines sing in harmony, you need to book your tickets before the early-bird windows close. This is going to be the absolute highlight of the automotive calendar, especially when they roar to life at the Goodwood Revival.