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WIN A 2006 FORD GT HERITAGE EDITION
Shelby American Collection is offering a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition with just over 1,200 miles or a $750,000 cash option, subject to the fundraiser's $1 million donation threshold.
Campaign notices
Conditional prize: If less than $1,000,000 in donations is received during the entry period, the sponsor awards 25% of total donation proceeds instead of the prize. Source: www.tapkat.org · Checked 2026-10-23
Paid entry: Donation-based; $25 receives 18 entries, with higher donation tiers available. A no-donation mail-in method is available. Source: www.tapkat.org · Checked 2026-09-08
WTW Scorecard
Terms reviewed: Nov 2, 2026
We check how clearly the official rules and entry page disclose key terms.
WTW Scorecard =
A
91 / 100
High Transparency
Most applicable disclosure criteria were satisfied based on the evidence reviewed.
This grade measures how clearly giveaway details are disclosed. It does not guarantee legitimacy, winning odds, or prize delivery. How we grade
100% of scoring weight assessed
5 of 5 categories reviewed
Key finding
Controlling rules: disclosure incomplete
Complete Official Rules are published through TapKat; no source-priority clause is stated.
What's clear
- Organizer is identified
- Campaign edition is identified
What to know
- Award conditions: disclosure incomplete
- Entry limits: disclosure incomplete
What to know · 1 more
- Winner notification: disclosure incomplete
What's clear · 10 more
- Entry deadline is disclosed
- Prize is identified
- Eligibility rules are disclosed
- Prize-related costs are disclosed
- Entry-method deadlines are disclosed
- Drawing timing is disclosed
- Prize photos are explained
- Entry mechanics are explained
- Winner selection is explained
- Prize claim process is explained
Category Breakdown
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Organizer & RulesRequired official rules details are not fully disclosed.23/25
Organizer identity
Clearly disclosed · 8/8Shelby American Collection (EIN 84-1366547), a nonprofit, is the sponsor with a street address.
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Reviewed for: legal sponsor, contact or address
- legal sponsor: Clearly disclosed — The rules name Shelby American Collection with its EIN as Sponsor.
- contact or address: Clearly disclosed — A street address in Boulder is published.
Sweepstakes Overview: Shelby American Collection, EIN 84-1366547 (the “Sponsor”), a nonprofit organization that has applied for recognition or has been granted status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) (or subsections under Section 501(c) that are allowed to accept contributions) of the Internal Revenue Code, with an address at 5020 Chaparral Ct. Boulder, CO 80301 US,View official rules ↗
Controlling rules
Partly disclosed · 7/9Complete Official Rules are published through TapKat; no source-priority clause is stated.
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Reviewed for: controlling rules, source priority, campaign applicability
- controlling rules: Clearly disclosed — Complete Official Rules for the Sweepstakes are published at the stored rules URL.
- operator-published raffle structure: Clearly disclosed — The rules set out the nonprofit fundraising sweepstakes structure: donation entries, a non-donation route and a donation-based prize threshold.
- source priority: Not disclosed — Neither the rules nor the entry page state which source controls if they differ; the rules only say the Sponsor’s interpretation is final.
- campaign applicability: Clearly disclosed — The rules identify the TapKat entry page for this campaign by URL.
- jurisdiction and eligibility: Clearly disclosed — Eligibility is stated: 18+, OFAC exclusions and any stated state exclusion.
Sweepstakes Overview: Shelby American Collection, EIN 84-1366547 (the “Sponsor”), a nonprofit organization that has applied for recognition or has been granted status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) (or subsections under Section 501(c) that are allowed to accept contributions) of the Internal Revenue Code, with an address at 5020 Chaparral Ct. Boulder, CO 80301 US,View official rules ↗
By obtaining an Entry in the Sweepstakes, the entrant (“Entrant”) agrees to be bound by these Official RulesView official rules ↗
is conducting a Sweepstakes (the "Sweepstakes") to raise funds for Shelby American CollectionView official rules ↗
Subject to a minimum of $1,000,000 in total donation proceeds received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period, the Prize is either a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash! (approximate value of $1,000,000) or $750,000 in cash (“Prize”).View official rules ↗
The Sponsor's interpretation and application of the Official Rules shall be final.View official rules ↗
go to the Shelby American Collection Sweepstakes Entry page at https://www.tapkat.org/shelby-american-collection/NkXlpkView official rules ↗
TapKat campaign ID: NkXlpkView official entry page ↗
Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is open to anyone 18 years or older or the age of majority in Entrant’s local jurisdiction, if older. Not available to residents of the State of Washington.View official rules ↗
Campaign identity
Clearly disclosed · 8/8TapKat campaign ID NkXlpk and the rules both identify the 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition sweepstakes.
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Reviewed for: edition identity, entry and rules association
- edition identity: Clearly disclosed — The campaign ID and headline identify this Ford GT sweepstakes.
- entry and rules association: Clearly disclosed — The rules cite the exact entry page URL for this campaign.
TapKat campaign ID: NkXlpkView official entry page ↗
Headline: Win this 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash!View official entry page ↗
go to the Shelby American Collection Sweepstakes Entry page at https://www.tapkat.org/shelby-american-collection/NkXlpkView official rules ↗
Prize DetailsRequired award conditions details are not fully disclosed.20/25
Prize identity
Clearly disclosed · 7/7One prize: a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash, provided as is.
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Reviewed for: prize identity, quantity, condition and limitations
- prize identity: Clearly disclosed — The rules name a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition (approximate value $1,000,000) or $750,000 in cash.
- quantity: Clearly disclosed — One grand prize is available.
- condition and limitations: Clearly disclosed — The prize is provided as is without warranty.
Subject to a minimum of $1,000,000 in total donation proceeds received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period, the Prize is either a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash! (approximate value of $1,000,000) or $750,000 in cash (“Prize”).View official rules ↗
There is one (1) grand prize available.View official rules ↗
THE PRIZE IS OFFERED AND PROVIDED "AS IS" WITH NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE BY SPONSOR OTHER THAN WHAT IS EXPRESSLY INCLUDED WITH THE PRIZE.View official rules ↗
Award conditions
Partly disclosed · 2/7The prize depends on $1,000,000 in donation proceeds, with a 25% fallback; who chooses between car and cash and refund terms are not stated.
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Reviewed for: award conditions, substitutions, cancellation or refunds
- award conditions: Clearly disclosed — The prize is subject to the donation threshold and the determination of proceeds by the Sponsor.
- who chooses: Not disclosed — The rules say the prize is either the car or $10,000 cash and that a winner may be required to accept a cash alternative, but do not say who chooses.
- all choices: Clearly disclosed — The two options are the 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash.
- cash restrictions: Clearly disclosed — Cash prizes are paid by mail, wire transfer or other mutually acceptable means, and the cash prize cannot be requested in place of a non-cash prize.
- installments: Not disclosed — Whether cash is paid in one payment or installments is not stated.
- gross versus net: Clearly disclosed — Winners are solely responsible for taxes; the rules address net fair market value for tax purposes.
- threshold: Clearly disclosed — A minimum of $1,000,000 in total donation proceeds.
- fallback formula: Clearly disclosed — If proceeds are lower, 25% of total donation proceeds is awarded.
- operator discretion: Clearly disclosed — The Sponsor’s determination of proceeds is binding and it may substitute the prize.
- substitutions: Clearly disclosed — The prize is nontransferable and not redeemable for cash by the winner; the Sponsor may substitute equal or greater value.
- cancellation or refunds: Clearly disclosed — The Sponsor may cancel, suspend or modify the sweepstakes for fraud or fairness problems.
- refunds: Not disclosed — No donation refund terms for a cancelled sweepstakes are stated; only a sole remedy limited to return of the donation is mentioned for breach.
Subject to a minimum of $1,000,000 in total donation proceeds received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period, the Prize is either a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition or $750,000 cash! (approximate value of $1,000,000) or $750,000 in cash (“Prize”).View official rules ↗
The determination by the Sponsor will be binding in all events other than a manifest error made by the Sponsor in the computation of the gross donations of the Sweepstakes.View official rules ↗
IN SUCH CIRCUMSTANCES, THE WINNER MAY BE REQUIRED TO ACCEPT A CASH ALTERNATIVE.View official rules ↗
except the Sponsor will deliver cash Prizes to Prize winners by U.S. mail, wire transfer, or other mutually acceptable means.View official rules ↗
Prize is nontransferable and may not be substituted or redeemed for cash by Prize winner. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a Prize, in whole or in part, for one of equal or greater value.View official rules ↗
All federal, state, provincial, municipal, and local taxes are solely the responsibility of Prize winner.View official rules ↗
For purposes of federal taxes, the net fair market value of a Prize, plus any published cash award applied toward the tax requirement, as of the date Prize winner receives the Prize, will determine the net fair market value of the PrizeView official rules ↗
In the event less than $1,000,000 in total donation proceeds are received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period, the Sponsor will award 25% of the total donation proceeds to the qualified selected winner.View official rules ↗
The Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, suspend and/or modify the Sweepstakes if any fraud or other problem impacts the fair administration, security, or proper play of the Sweepstakes, as determined by the Sponsor at its sole discretion.View official rules ↗
Prize costs and taxes
Clearly disclosed · 6/6Winner pays taxes, pickup or delivery and DMV transfer costs and all unlisted expenses.
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Reviewed for: taxes and withholding, shipping or pickup, registration and travel
- taxes and withholding: Clearly disclosed — All taxes are solely the winner’s responsibility.
- shipping or pickup: Clearly disclosed — Winners must pick up or arrange delivery of the prize.
- registration and travel: Clearly disclosed — The winner signs DMV transfer documents and bears all expenses not expressly listed.
All federal, state, provincial, municipal, and local taxes are solely the responsibility of Prize winner.View official rules ↗
Prize winners must pick up their Prize(s) or arrange for delivery of their Prize(s)View official rules ↗
Prize winner must also sign any documents required by the Department of Motor Vehicles or other state regulator to transfer the vehicle to the Prize winner.View official rules ↗
All expenses and costs not expressly listed in these Official Rules are the sole responsibility of the verified Prize winner.View official rules ↗
Prize photos
Clearly disclosed · 5/5WTW’s accepted official photo review identifies the exact prize; its stored photo-review provenance is retained.
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Reviewed for: actual versus representative image, image and prize association
- actual versus representative image: Clearly disclosed — WTW’s accepted official photo review identifies the exact prize; its stored photo-review provenance is retained.
- image and prize association: Clearly disclosed — WTW’s accepted official photo review identifies the exact prize; its stored photo-review provenance is retained.
Deadlines & DrawingEntry deadlines and drawing procedures are disclosed.20/20
Entry deadline
Clearly disclosed · 8/8Entries end 11:59 PM MST on February 18, 2027, matching TapKat’s official end time.
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Reviewed for: entry close or sellout trigger, timezone, extensions
- entry close or sellout trigger: Clearly disclosed — The Sweepstakes Entry Period ends 11:59 PM MST on February 18, 2027, matching the official endsAt.
- fixed close: Clearly disclosed — A fixed date-and-time close.
- timezone: Clearly disclosed — MST is stated and TapKat’s feed gives the same instant in America/Denver.
- extensions: Clearly disclosed — Only a right to cancel, suspend or modify is stated; no sellout trigger.
The Sweepstakes begins at 12:01 AM MDT on August 31, 2026 and ends at 11:59 PM MST on February 18, 2027 (“Sweepstakes Entry Period”).View official rules ↗
Close (official endsAt): 2027-02-19T06:59:59Z (Feb 18, 2027, 11:59:59 PM MST); official timezone: America/Denver.View official entry page ↗
The Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, suspend and/or modify the Sweepstakes if any fraud or other problem impacts the fair administration, security, or proper play of the Sweepstakes, as determined by the Sponsor at its sole discretion.View official rules ↗
Entry-method deadlines
Clearly disclosed · 6/6Online close and mail postmark and receipt rules are stated.
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Reviewed for: online cutoff, postmark and receipt if offered
- online cutoff: Clearly disclosed — Online donations are accepted through 11:59 PM MST on February 18, 2027.
- postmark and receipt if offered: Clearly disclosed — Mail donations and mail non-donation requests must be postmarked in the entry period and received within five business days.
The Sweepstakes begins at 12:01 AM MDT on August 31, 2026 and ends at 11:59 PM MST on February 18, 2027 (“Sweepstakes Entry Period”).View official rules ↗
mailed donations must be postmarked by the Sweepstakes Entry Period, and must be received by Sponsor within five (5) business days thereafter.View official rules ↗
To be eligible, mailers must be postmarked during the Sweepstakes Entry Period and must be received by Sponsor within five (5) business days thereafter.View official rules ↗
Drawing timing
Clearly disclosed · 6/6Random drawing on or about 11:00am MST February 27, 2027 in Boulder.
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Reviewed for: drawing timing or process, scheduled versus completed
- drawing timing or process: Clearly disclosed — One entry is drawn at random on or about February 27, 2027 in Boulder.
- scheduled versus completed: Clearly disclosed — Prospective wording.
On or about 11:00am MST on February 27, 2027 at Shelby American Collection, 5035 Chaparral Ct., Boulder, Colorado 80301, Sponsor will select one (1) entry at random drawing among all valid entries received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period as the potential Prize winner.View official rules ↗
Entry RequirementsRequired entry limits details are not fully disclosed.19/20
Eligibility
Clearly disclosed · 7/7Adults 18+ except sanctioned persons and any stated state exclusion; sponsor affiliates and households excluded.
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Reviewed for: geography, age, household and excluded persons
- geography: Clearly disclosed — State exclusions as stated and OFAC-sanctioned countries excluded.
- age: Clearly disclosed — 18 or the age of majority.
- household and excluded persons: Clearly disclosed — Sponsor-related persons, their families and household members are excluded.
Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is open to anyone 18 years or older or the age of majority in Entrant’s local jurisdiction, if older. Not available to residents of the State of Washington.View official rules ↗
and their immediate families and those living in the same household, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.View official rules ↗
How entry works
Clearly disclosed · 5/5Four entry routes with stated donation tiers and a non-donation route.
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Reviewed for: purchase mechanics, all offered entry routes, costs
- purchase mechanics: Clearly disclosed — Donation entries are issued in stated increments such as $25 for 18 entries.
- all offered entry routes: Clearly disclosed — Four methods: online donation, mail donation, mail non-donation and in person.
- costs: Clearly disclosed — Donation tiers run from $25 for 18 entries to $2,000 for 4000; the non-donation route costs only postage.
Entries obtained by a donation to Sponsor will be issued in the following increments: (1) $25 for 18 entries; (2) $50 for 40 entries; (3) $100 for 90 entries; (4) $200 for 200 entries; (5) $350 for 400 entries; (6) $500 for 650 entries; (7) $1,000 for 1750 entries; and (8) $2,000 for 4000 entries.View official rules ↗
There are four (4) methods of entry.View official rules ↗
3. Mail Non-Donation Entry Method: During the Sweepstakes Entry Period, to obtain eighteen (18) Entries without making a donation,View official rules ↗
Entry limits
Partly disclosed · 3/4100,000-entry per-person limit and method limits stated; no household limit.
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Reviewed for: person limits, household limits, method limits, cap unit
- person limits: Clearly disclosed — Limit of 100,000 entries per person.
- household limits: Not disclosed — No household entry limit is stated; household wording concerns eligibility and anti-fraud presumption only.
- method limits: Clearly disclosed — The non-donation route gives 18 entries per mailer and bulk mailings are barred.
- cap unit: Clearly disclosed — The unit is entries per person; odds depend on total eligible entries.
Limit of 100,000 Entries per person regardless of entry type.View official rules ↗
and their immediate families and those living in the same household, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.View official rules ↗
3. Mail Non-Donation Entry Method: During the Sweepstakes Entry Period, to obtain eighteen (18) Entries without making a donation,View official rules ↗
Each eligible mailer will receive eighteen (18) Entries.View official rules ↗
Winning Odds: The odds of winning the Prize(s) depend on the total number of eligible Entries received.View official rules ↗
Recurring charges
Not applicable · 4/4The rules offer one-time donations and a non-donation route; no membership or recurring-charge entry route is offered.
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Reviewed for: recurring charges, subscription cancellation
There are four (4) methods of entry.View official rules ↗
Entries obtained by a donation to Sponsor will be issued in the following increments: (1) $25 for 18 entries; (2) $50 for 40 entries; (3) $100 for 90 entries; (4) $200 for 200 entries; (5) $350 for 400 entries; (6) $500 for 650 entries; (7) $1,000 for 1750 entries; and (8) $2,000 for 4000 entries.View official rules ↗
Winner & Prize ClaimRequired winner notification details are not fully disclosed.9/10
Winner selection
Clearly disclosed · 4/4One entry is selected at random.
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Reviewed for: selection process, winner count
- selection process: Clearly disclosed — Random drawing among all valid entries.
- winner count: Clearly disclosed — One grand prize and one selected entry.
On or about 11:00am MST on February 27, 2027 at Shelby American Collection, 5035 Chaparral Ct., Boulder, Colorado 80301, Sponsor will select one (1) entry at random drawing among all valid entries received during the Sweepstakes Entry Period as the potential Prize winner.View official rules ↗
There is one (1) grand prize available.View official rules ↗
Winner notification
Partly disclosed · 2/3Winner notified by contact details; only an on-request winner list is described.
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Reviewed for: notification method, announcement process
- notification method: Clearly disclosed — Winners are notified using the contact information provided at entry.
- announcement process: Not disclosed — No public announcement is described; a winner’s list is available only by stamped-envelope request.
Winner(s) will be notified according to the contact information provided to the Sponsor at the time of the entry.View official rules ↗
Winner’s List: Entrants may request the name of the winner or winners by sending a request entitled “Name of Winners” and a self-addressed stamped #10 envelopeView official rules ↗
Prize claim
Clearly disclosed · 3/330-day response, 10-day acceptance, disqualification and alternate selection are stated.
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Reviewed for: claim deadline, disqualification, unclaimed prize
- claim deadline: Clearly disclosed — Respond within 30 days and confirm acceptance within 10 days.
- disqualification: Clearly disclosed — Failure to respond may result in disqualification and forfeiture.
- unclaimed prize: Clearly disclosed — The Sponsor may select an alternate winner.
Potential Winners must respond to the potential Winner notification within 30 days and after notification confirm acceptance of the Prize(s) or Grand Prize Cash Option (if offered) within 10 days.View official rules ↗
If a potential Winner fails to respond to the notification email within the 30-day period, the potential Winner may be disqualified and, in such instances, will forfeit any claim to any of the Prizes(s) and Sponsor may, at its discretion, select an alternate potential Prize winner from all remaining valid Entries.View official rules ↗
- Prize
- 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition OR $750,000 cash; if total donation proceeds are under $1,000,000, winner receives 25% of total donation proceeds
- Entry deadline
- 2027-02-18
- Prize value
- $1,000,000
- Free entry
- Free entry open
- Free-entry deadlines
- Free-entry submissions are open under the reviewed deadlines. Request online, then mail the form: Postmark by Feb 18, 2027 (time zone not stated). Receipt is required within five business days after the entry period. The online request alone is not an entry; follow the mailer instructions.
- Odds
- Unknown
- Odds basis
- Case 2: the 100,000-entry limit applies per person regardless of entry type; denominator is null.
- Free entry method
- Official non-donation entry request generates a mailer; each eligible mailer receives 18 entries. Mailers must be postmarked during the Sweepstakes Entry Period and received within five business days afterward.
- Drawing date
- Feb 27, 2027
- Last verified
- 2026-11-08
- Official rules
- Official rules
- YEAR / MAKE / MODEL
- 2006 Ford GT
- TRIM
- Heritage Edition
- MILEAGE
- Just over 1,200 miles since new
- HORSEPOWER
- 550 horsepower
- ENGINE
- Supercharged 5.4-liter mid-mounted DOHC V8
- TRANSMISSION
- Six-speed manual gearbox
- EXTERIOR
- Gulf Oil livery with #6 Le Mans tribute graphics
- BUILD / CONDITION
- Existing sponsor-published vehicle; awarded AS-IS under the official rules
Built as a road-legal homage to a celebrated endurance racing lineage, the Ford GT is a mid-engine supercar draped in aerodynamic bodywork that references the company's storied motorsport heritage. Low, wide, and purposeful in its proportions, it was engineered to deliver a driving experience dominated by raw mechanical feedback and high-speed stability. Drivers drawn to the GT tend to prize the visceral connection between car and road, appreciating a machine that rewards focus and skill rather than offering passive comfort or everyday convenience.
Shelby American Collection is a nonprofit automotive museum in Boulder, Colorado dedicated to preserving the racing history of Carroll Shelby and the Shelby American team.
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