From Car and Driver · Caleb Miller · · 1m 50s
Ford Vault Opens Heritage Fleet
Ford moves historic cars to new Michigan museum for public display.
In brief
Ford moves historic cars to new Michigan museum for public display. Ford’s Heritage Fleet, including Model Ts and race cars, now has a permanent home in Romulus, Michigan. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Ford Vault Launch
Ford moved its Heritage Fleet to a new permanent home in Romulus, Michigan.
Heritage Fleet Details
The collection includes Model Ts, Mustang prototypes, race cars, and one-off concepts.
Location and Access
Currently open only to employees due to zoning laws, the building was formerly an Amazon warehouse.
Model T Special
This 1910 Model T sold in the UK has a right-hand steering wheel and vibrant green paint.
Super Chief Concept
The 2006 Ford Super Chief Concept features a supercharged 6.8-liter v-10 engine and coach doors.
Mustang Ute
Ford’s Mustang Ute project converts a Mustang GT350 into a pickup truck for training purposes.
Ford Ka
This 2008 Ford Ka is the final first-generation model with fewer than 10 miles on the odometer.
Model U Concept
The 2003 Ford Model U Concept transforms into an SUV and uses a hydrogen-combustion engine.
Bronco U260 Prototype
The 1999 Ford Bronco U260 prototype was based on a Ranger platform but never progressed beyond styling.
Synus Concept
The 2005 Ford SYNus Concept is a small vehicle with a 134-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
Lincoln L2K Concept
The 1995 Lincoln L2K Concept was built on a modified Mazda Miata chassis with a 250-hp v-8 engine.
Cougar II Concept
The 1963 Ford Cougar II Concept features pop-up headlights and a claimed top speed of 170 mph.
Reflex Concept
The 2006 Ford Reflex Concept uses a diesel-electric hybrid engine with lithium-ion batteries.
Le Mans GT40s
Three Ford GT40 race cars won the 1966 Le Mans 24 Hours with a controversial team finish.
The big picture
Ford’s Heritage Fleet, including Model Ts and race cars, now has a permanent home in Romulus, Michigan.
