The experience gained in 1964 and 1965 allowed the 7-litre Mk II to dominate the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1966 with a 1-2-3 result.
The experience gained in 1964 and 1965 allowed the 7-litre Mk II to succeed the following year. After a repeat victory at Daytona, the GT40 dominated 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1966 with a 1-2-3 result.