Le Mans

Starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale, the film will tell the exhilarating true story behind the American automaker’s attempt to build a car that could finally beat the Italian speed legends at Le Mans.

With nine victories at France’s famed motorsport event, the hall-of-fame driver shares his most memorable wins and the watches that came with them.

For the 917’s 50th anniversary, a gorgeous concept emerges as part of a special museum exhibit.

Each of the 200 records is 24 minutes long and tells 24 championship stories.

When the facial hair is as period correct as the race car, everyone wins.

From its founding in 1919 and early wins at Le Mans to its baronial beasts of today, the marque continues to refine performance and style.

The car was campaigned extensively in the 1950s, including at Le Mans and Nürburgring.

Only 77 examples of the 690 hp, track-only homage will be made.

After placing third at the famed French endurance race in 1966, the racecar is now valued at up to $12 million.