Back in September, WD-40 Brand announced that it had teamed up with content creator Throtl to revive a wrecked 2005 Ford GT, with plans to debut the car at SEMA 2025. The rebuild has been documented in a series of videos on Throtl’s YouTube channel, with the final installment of the series to be filmed at WD-40’s booth (#24493) in Central Hall at SEMA when the rebuilt GT is finally revealed.
The week kicks off on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 9:30 a.m. with a grand vehicle unveiling, led by WD-40 Brand and Throtl representatives. An in-booth meet-and-greet with the Throtl team will take place beginning at 1 p.m., with the first 150 attendees receiving a custom, limited-edition Ford GT Leen Customs pin, company officials stated in a press release.
“We could not think of a more fitting stage to debut one of the most challenging, yet rewarding projects the Throtl team has taken on,” said Evan Beckerman, co-founder of Throtl Inc. “Our fans know and love our vehicle restorations, and with this Ford GT, we pushed the boundaries of what’s possible. WD-40 Brand gave us the right tools and products necessary to restore this American supercar, and we’re thrilled to share the long-anticipated results at SEMA 2025.”
The Custom 2005 Ford GT Features:
- Authentic Doran GT2 Carbon Fiber Body Kit
- Custom 3-Piece HRE 305 Classic Forged Wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
- Fortune Auto Coil-overs
- Wilwood Big Brake Kit (Front + Rear)
- Custom 3D Printed Headlights
- Full CSF Cooling Package
- Custom Vibrant Titanium Exhaust System
- Speedhut Gauges
- Sparco SPX Reclinable Seats.
The 2005 Ford GT Will Be on Display All Week at WD-40 Brand’s Booth
WD-40 Brand is inviting attendees to visit its booth all week, where they can see the Ford GT up close, explore the brand’s latest innovations and product offerings, and pick up exclusive swag, including a WD-40 Brand lanyard and a limited-edition Ford GT Precision Pen, while supplies last.
“Throtl has been a valued partner of WD-40 Brand for the past three years, helping us showcase how our products meet the needs of the next generation of automotive enthusiasts,” said Erin Bala, vice president of U.S. marketing and Americas innovation at WD-40 Company. “Watching the Ford GT transform from a wrecked frame into a reimagined race car has been impressive, and the build is a testament to the resilience and problem-solving spirit WD-40 Brand has inspired in garages, shops and homes for the past 72 years.”