A remarkably original example of the, rightly idolised, whale-tail 'Cossie', one of the very best we have seen and just 27,742 miles from new. At its introduction in 1982, the Sierra's revolutionary new shape proved a touch more divisive than Ford had anticipated and some serious marketing became a priority, so it was the obvious choice to become the platform for Ford's new competition aspirations in conjunction with Cosworth. It fitted the brief well as it was rear-wheel drive, had good aerodynamics, albeit being prone to lift at high speeds, and was available as a three-door. The new body kit and rear spoiler would sort out the lift issues but, more importantly, Ford still needed to build 5,000 units for homologation, somewhat worrying when the company's initial approach to the dealer network came back with an estimate that suggested they could sell around 1,500 units! The eventual sales record is, of course, history. Ford went on to sell 5,545 three-door cars including the RS500, of which only 500 were built, and the Cosworth engine also found its way into nearly 30,000 Ford Sierra Saloons (Cosworth three-door, Sapphire two-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive). Finished in Ford Motorsport Diamond White with the traditional grey cloth interior, this very special, UK-supplied, right-hand drive example remains in truly remarkable, original condition. The warranted mileage is just 27,715, corroborated by older MOTs and service stamps in the dealer service record. First registered on 24th November 1986, the car was subsequently sold twice in its first four years before being purchased by its next enthusiast vendor who retained it for the next 32 years. The 32-year, long-term owner was a Ford employee at the time, who loved, cherished and maintained the car to a very high standard. Many cars represent part of the family, and as a Ford technician at the time, and remaining a Ford enthusiast, it is undeniably fantastic to see such a well-maintained example, retaining its totally original specification and kept in this way purely out of the love and respect for the car. It is an incredibly special example that has always lived in the garage, being maintained and kept as pristine as possible. He then sold the car through our NEC auction a few years ago and it has formed part of our private vendor's impressive private collection ever since. He has followed on as the last long-term vendor did and ensured the car has been kept in heated storage to ensure its originality is kept and respected. It's supplied with a good history file containing the all-important original service book, service schedule and invoices for parts over the years, as well as a selection of old MOTs. Pleasingly correct and immaculately presented, this RS Cosworth comes with all the correct documentation, an impressive history file and the kudos of its FoMoCo heritage. So seldom seen in such fabulous condition with such impressive originality, this is one of the finest Sierra Cosworths to come to market in recent times. We are privileged to have been asked to sell a number of these ever-popular performance saloons cars and feel that, given this car’s history, low-mileage and fabulous condition, this 'Cossie' is very sensibly guided and one of the best examples we have seen. 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth Iconic Auctioneers Ltd If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 25-0627002 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United Kingdom Auction This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Engine Number GB46439 Body Colour Diamond White Iconic Auctioneers Ltd The Forge, Harwoods House, Banbury Road Ashorne United Kingdom Contact details inquiries@iconicauctioneers.com +44 (0) 1926 691 141 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright A remarkably original example of the, rightly idolised, whale-tail 'Cossie', one of the very best we have seen and just 27,742 miles from new. At its introduction in 1982, the Sierra's revolutionary new shape proved a touch more divisive than Ford had anticipated and some serious marketing became a priority, so it was the obvious choice to become the platform for Ford's new competition aspirations in conjunction with Cosworth. It fitted the brief well as it was rear-wheel drive, had good aerodynamics, albeit being prone to lift at high speeds, and was available as a three-door. The new body kit and rear spoiler would sort out the lift issues but, more importantly, Ford still needed to build 5,000 units for homologation, somewhat worrying when the company's initial approach to the dealer network came back with an estimate that suggested they could sell around 1,500 units! The eventual sales record is, of course, history. Ford went on to sell 5,545 three-door cars including the RS500, of which only 500 were built, and the Cosworth engine also found its way into nearly 30,000 Ford Sierra Saloons (Cosworth three-door, Sapphire two-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive). Finished in Ford Motorsport Diamond White with the traditional grey cloth interior, this very special, UK-supplied, right-hand drive example remains in truly remarkable, original condition. The warranted mileage is just 27,715, corroborated by older MOTs and service stamps in the dealer service record. First registered on 24th November 1986, the car was subsequently sold twice in its first four years before being purchased by its next enthusiast vendor who retained it for the next 32 years. The 32-year, long-term owner was a Ford employee at the time, who loved, cherished and maintained the car to a very high standard. Many cars represent part of the family, and as a Ford technician at the time, and remaining a Ford enthusiast, it is undeniably fantastic to see such a well-maintained example, retaining its totally original specification and kept in this way purely out of the love and respect for the car. It is an incredibly special example that has always lived in the garage, being maintained and kept as pristine as possible. He then sold the car through our NEC auction a few years ago and it has formed part of our private vendor's impressive private collection ever since. He has followed on as the last long-term vendor did and ensured the car has been kept in heated storage to ensure its originality is kept and respected. It's supplied with a good history file containing the all-important original service book, service schedule and invoices for parts over the years, as well as a selection of old MOTs. Pleasingly correct and immaculately presented, this RS Cosworth comes with all the correct documentation, an impressive history file and the kudos of its FoMoCo heritage. So seldom seen in such fabulous condition with such impressive originality, this is one of the finest Sierra Cosworths to come to market in recent times. We are privileged to have been asked to sell a number of these ever-popular performance saloons cars and feel that, given this car’s history, low-mileage and fabulous condition, this 'Cossie' is very sensibly guided and one of the best examples we have seen. Other Cars from Iconic Auctioneers Ltd 1965-Jaguar-E-Type-4.2-01.webp 1965-Jaguar-E-Type-4.2-02.webp 1965-Jaguar-E-Type-4.2-15.webp 1965-Jaguar-E-Type-4.2-01.webp 1/15 1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Iconic Auctioneers Ltd United Kingdom 1975-De-Tomaso-Pantera-GTS-01.webp 1975-De-Tomaso-Pantera-GTS-02.webp 1975-De-Tomaso-Pantera-GTS-09.webp 1975-De-Tomaso-Pantera-GTS-01.webp 1/8 1975 De Tomaso Pantera GTS Iconic Auctioneers Ltd United Kingdom 1976-Lamborghini-Espada-Series-III-01.webp 1976-Lamborghini-Espada-Series-III-02.webp 1976-Lamborghini-Espada-Series-III-15.webp 1976-Lamborghini-Espada-Series-III-01.webp 1/15 1976 Lamborghini Espada Series III Iconic Auctioneers Ltd United Kingdom Last Featured Cars 1992-Subaru-SVX-01.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-02.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-10.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-01.webp 1/10 1992 Subaru SVX DLS Automobile Germany 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-01.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-02.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-15.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-01.webp 1/15 1990 Porsche 911 964 Carrera RS IROC Evocation Classic Connection United Kingdom 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-01.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-02.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-20.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-01.jpg 1/20 1964 Alfa Romeo TZ Oldtimer Galerie International GmbH Switzerland

What is there to say about the Lancia Delta S4 which hasn’t been said before? In its full-fat Martini-liveried Group B guise, it took fearless and charismatic drivers such as Henri Toivonen and Markku Alén to another dimension of performance. And as a road car, it pioneered twin-charging, an innovation we take for granted nowadays, and proudly showed that road-going Group B homologation specials were not the poorly-built bodge-jobs they’d earned a reputation as being. It might be an alumni of the ‘form follows function’ school of thought, but the S4 Stradale is a beautifully built object, both above and below the surface. Its mid-mounted twin-charged four-cylinder engine sent its ample power to all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and not one but three differentials. And its Alcantara-strewn, air-conditioned cabin is honestly one of the best we’ve ever sat in. “In its full-fat Martini-liveried Group B guise, the Lancia Delta S4 took fearless and charismatic drivers such as Henri Toivonen and Markku Alén to another dimension of performance.” Because Lancia didn’t build the required 200 S4 Stradales to homologate the road car (we reckon as few as 70 left Turin) they’re shrouded in mystery and, as a result, attracting the interest of more and more collectors with every passing day. Another by-product is that these cars are commonly misconstrued to be intimidating and scarcely-useable turbocharged monsters. In reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Chassis number 033 This Lancia S4 Stradale is chassis number 033, which was awarded its Certificate of Origin on Christmas Eve of 1986, as noted on its Italian Estratto Chronologico. In March the following year, the car was sold to its first owner, Clipper Auto Ltd in Livorno, and assigned the registration ‘LI 385622’. A year later, ACI Leasing in Vicenza acquired chassis 033 and reregistered it with the number ‘VI 772093’. A handful of further Italian custodians followed until December of 1998, when this Lancia was bought by ART Engineering Ltd. The UK-based company was founded by Paolo Alessandrini, the famed Italian racing driver who competed in the World Rally Championship with a Lancia Delta S4 Corsa, the Audi Quattro and the Peugeot 205 T16 among others. Chassis 033’s next public appearance was in 2005, when it appeared at the Christie’s Exceptional Motor Cars and Automobilia auction. The car remained in England and was subsequently registered with the UK number ‘C39 OVX’. The then-owner took the decision to send this S4 Stradale to the renowned Lancia specialists Elio and Giovanni Baldi in Turin to be restored. In the process of working as part of the Lancia Martini Racing Team and Abarth during the Group B and Group A eras of rallying, they gained great knowledge, experience and respect. Today, there is simply no better people to maintain and restore these precious Lancias. During the restoration, the Baldi twins rebuilt the engine, gearbox and differentials, using their knowledge to upgrade the engine from ‘standard’ Stradale specification to ‘Potenziato’ specification, which boasts well over 300bhp. The upgrade involved installing a new and upgraded clutch, enhanced engine software and a new exhaust system. Chassis 033 was treated to a comprehensive ‘nut-and-bolt’ restoration, with the car being stripped right back to its tub. All mechanical components including the suspension and brakes were also restored. The end product was nothing short of sensational – a truly ‘as-new’ S4 Stradale. “The ‘Potenziato’ upgrade carried out by the Baldi twins involved installing a new and upgraded clutch, enhanced engine software and a new exhaust system.” Finished in Rosso Amaranto, chassis 033 was acquired by Timothy Pappas, a real-estate tycoon and the owner of Black Swan Racing in the United States. In May of 2016, the online automotive publication Petrolicious interviewed Pappas and photographed the car for a feature. Black Swan Racing is an IMSA team, which maintained this Lancia during Pappas’ ownership. Later in 2016, the S4 was sold to a significant and sizeable Chicago-based collection, where it was seldom used. Girardo & Co. negotiated the purchase of chassis 033 in August of 2018, returning the car to Europe and re-registering it in the United Kingdom. In November of that year, Classic Driver featured this S4 Stradale in yet another online magazine feature. It commented. “In reality, the S4 is not the intimidating and excessive monster is appears from the outside. It is actually a beautifully resolved sports car which you can really feel the technology beneath working with you.” You can click here to read the full story. Following its moment in the spotlight, we opted to return chassis 033 to the Baldi twins in Turin, where the car was thoroughly inspected and serviced prior to delivery to its penultimate owner, a UK-based collector of rare Lancias. Said collector has driven the car seldomly since, though it has always been carefully stored and maintained. At this time, chassis 033 starred as the feature car in our definitive guide on the Lancia Delta S4 Stradale, which you can read by clicking here. The car also featured in the Earls Court display at the world-famous Goodwood Revival meeting in 2021, which was themed for road-going homologation models. “Having dealt with over 10 of these Group B unicorns, we can confirm this Delta S4 Stradale is one of the best we’ve encountered.” Having dealt with over 10 of these Group B unicorns, we can confirm this Delta S4 Stradale is one of the best we’ve encountered, having been used sparingly since its meticulous restoration undertaken by the world’s leading marque experts. Furthermore, chassis 033 is accompanied by its tool roll, jack, spare wheel, Italian ownership documentation, Lancia Classiche certification binder and its Girardo & Co. history file, which includes many images of the aforementioned restoration process. Its odometer currently reads 23,650km. The mighty and mysterious Lancia Delta S4 Stradale is arguably the most special and technologically fascinating road-going Group B homologation special, of which we believe as few as 70 were built in 1985 and 1986. Syffice to say, chassis 033 is one of the very best. 1986 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale Girardo & Co. Ltd If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 23-0925019 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United Kingdom Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Restored and enhanced by the famous Baldi twins in Turin to ‘Potenziato’ specification, with over 300bhp on tap Displaying fewer than 23,650km on the odometer Boasting comprehensive ownership history from new Certified by Lancia Classiche Accompanied by its tool roll, jack, spare wheel, Italian ownership documentation, Lancia Classiche certification binder and its Girardo & Co. history file The most special and technologically fascinating road-going Group B homologation special Road-registered in the United Kingdom Girardo & Co. Ltd Belchers Farm Oxford United Kingdom Contact details info@girardo.com +44 (0)203 621 2923 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright What is there to say about the Lancia Delta S4 which hasn’t been said before? In its full-fat Martini-liveried Group B guise, it took fearless and charismatic drivers such as Henri Toivonen and Markku Alén to another dimension of performance. And as a road car, it pioneered twin-charging, an innovation we take for granted nowadays, and proudly showed that road-going Group B homologation specials were not the poorly-built bodge-jobs they’d earned a reputation as being. It might be an alumni of the ‘form follows function’ school of thought, but the S4 Stradale is a beautifully built object, both above and below the surface. Its mid-mounted twin-charged four-cylinder engine sent its ample power to all four wheels via a five-speed gearbox and not one but three differentials. And its Alcantara-strewn, air-conditioned cabin is honestly one of the best we’ve ever sat in. “In its full-fat Martini-liveried Group B guise, the Lancia Delta S4 took fearless and charismatic drivers such as Henri Toivonen and Markku Alén to another dimension of performance.” Because Lancia didn’t build the required 200 S4 Stradales to homologate the road car (we reckon as few as 70 left Turin) they’re shrouded in mystery and, as a result, attracting the interest of more and more collectors with every passing day. Another by-product is that these cars are commonly misconstrued to be intimidating and scarcely-useable turbocharged monsters. In reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Chassis number 033 This Lancia S4 Stradale is chassis number 033, which was awarded its Certificate of Origin on Christmas Eve of 1986, as noted on its Italian Estratto Chronologico. In March the following year, the car was sold to its first owner, Clipper Auto Ltd in Livorno, and assigned the registration ‘LI 385622’. A year later, ACI Leasing in Vicenza acquired chassis 033 and reregistered it with the number ‘VI 772093’. A handful of further Italian custodians followed until December of 1998, when this Lancia was bought by ART Engineering Ltd. The UK-based company was founded by Paolo Alessandrini, the famed Italian racing driver who competed in the World Rally Championship with a Lancia Delta S4 Corsa, the Audi Quattro and the Peugeot 205 T16 among others. Chassis 033’s next public appearance was in 2005, when it appeared at the Christie’s Exceptional Motor Cars and Automobilia auction. The car remained in England and was subsequently registered with the UK number ‘C39 OVX’. The then-owner took the decision to send this S4 Stradale to the renowned Lancia specialists Elio and Giovanni Baldi in Turin to be restored. In the process of working as part of the Lancia Martini Racing Team and Abarth during the Group B and Group A eras of rallying, they gained great knowledge, experience and respect. Today, there is simply no better people to maintain and restore these precious Lancias. During the restoration, the Baldi twins rebuilt the engine, gearbox and differentials, using their knowledge to upgrade the engine from ‘standard’ Stradale specification to ‘Potenziato’ specification, which boasts well over 300bhp. The upgrade involved installing a new and upgraded clutch, enhanced engine software and a new exhaust system. Chassis 033 was treated to a comprehensive ‘nut-and-bolt’ restoration, with the car being stripped right back to its tub. All mechanical components including the suspension and brakes were also restored. The end product was nothing short of sensational – a truly ‘as-new’ S4 Stradale. “The ‘Potenziato’ upgrade carried out by the Baldi twins involved installing a new and upgraded clutch, enhanced engine software and a new exhaust system.” Finished in Rosso Amaranto, chassis 033 was acquired by Timothy Pappas, a real-estate tycoon and the owner of Black Swan Racing in the United States. In May of 2016, the online automotive publication Petrolicious interviewed Pappas and photographed the car for a feature. Black Swan Racing is an IMSA team, which maintained this Lancia during Pappas’ ownership. Later in 2016, the S4 was sold to a significant and sizeable Chicago-based collection, where it was seldom used. Girardo & Co. negotiated the purchase of chassis 033 in August of 2018, returning the car to Europe and re-registering it in the United Kingdom. In November of that year, Classic Driver featured this S4 Stradale in yet another online magazine feature. It commented. “In reality, the S4 is not the intimidating and excessive monster is appears from the outside. It is actually a beautifully resolved sports car which you can really feel the technology beneath working with you.” You can click here to read the full story. Following its moment in the spotlight, we opted to return chassis 033 to the Baldi twins in Turin, where the car was thoroughly inspected and serviced prior to delivery to its penultimate owner, a UK-based collector of rare Lancias. Said collector has driven the car seldomly since, though it has always been carefully stored and maintained. At this time, chassis 033 starred as the feature car in our definitive guide on the Lancia Delta S4 Stradale, which you can read by clicking here. The car also featured in the Earls Court display at the world-famous Goodwood Revival meeting in 2021, which was themed for road-going homologation models. “Having dealt with over 10 of these Group B unicorns, we can confirm this Delta S4 Stradale is one of the best we’ve encountered.” Having dealt with over 10 of these Group B unicorns, we can confirm this Delta S4 Stradale is one of the best we’ve encountered, having been used sparingly since its meticulous restoration undertaken by the world’s leading marque experts. Furthermore, chassis 033 is accompanied by its tool roll, jack, spare wheel, Italian ownership documentation, Lancia Classiche certification binder and its Girardo & Co. history file, which includes many images of the aforementioned restoration process. Its odometer currently reads 23,650km. The mighty and mysterious Lancia Delta S4 Stradale is arguably the most special and technologically fascinating road-going Group B homologation special, of which we believe as few as 70 were built in 1985 and 1986. Syffice to say, chassis 033 is one of the very best. Other Cars from Girardo & Co. Ltd 1991-Ferrari-F40-Cat-Non-Adjust-01.jpg 1991-Ferrari-F40-Cat-Non-Adjust-02.jpg 1991-Ferrari-F40-Cat-Non-Adjust-21.jpg 1991-Ferrari-F40-Cat-Non-Adjust-01.jpg 1/21 1991 Ferrari F40 ‘Cat Non-Adjust’ Girardo & Co. Ltd United Kingdom 1955-Ferrari-750-Monza-01.jpg 1955-Ferrari-750-Monza-02.jpg 1955-Ferrari-750-Monza-15.jpg 1955-Ferrari-750-Monza-01.jpg 1/15 1955 Ferrari 750 Monza Girardo & Co. Ltd United Kingdom 1997-Ferrari-F50-01.jpg 1997-Ferrari-F50-02.jpg 1997-Ferrari-F50-20.jpg 1997-Ferrari-F50-01.jpg 1/20 1997 Ferrari F50 Girardo & Co. 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The 250 GT Lusso is widely regarded as one of the most elegant and timeless designs by Pininfarina. Introduced in 1962 the 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso was Ferrari's latest intermediate model, a vehicle to bridge the gap between competition racers and luxuriously appointed 2+2 Coupe's. Just 351 examples were built between 1963 and late 64. Widely regarded as the epitome of the "La Dolce Vita" few cars can rival the effortless elegance and style of a 250 GT Lusso. This remarkable Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso has been in the care of just one family since 1968, from its original home in Woodbridge, Suffolk to the sunnier climes of Hawkes Bay, New Zealand for the past 14 years. Supplied new through Colonel Ronnie Hoare’s Maranello Concessionaires in Blu Chiaro over Nero, ‘ALP 7B’ was originally used as a demonstrator from their base at the Tower Garage in Egham, Surrey from April 21st 1964. Imagery in file shows that Hoare in fact drove the car to Reims 12hr in July 1964 to bear witness to Graham Hill & Jo Bonnier's 1st place in the Maranello Concessionaires 250 LM. An unusual choice for a demonstrator; this example was the penultimate right-hand drive example to be built with its original configuration no doubt inspiring the final right-hand drive example. The car was sold the following month on 8th of August, to dealership Dove of Northampton on behalf of Mr Baxter who would own the car for several years. In 1968, this Lusso was sold to Nigel Sheffield, owner of Nigel Sheffield Investments. By this time, the car had been refinished in Rosso which it still presents in today. The accompanying history binder thoroughly documenting Sheffield’s ownership, with the car seeing regular servicing by marque experts; Maranello Concessionaires until the early 1970s and then from 1975 until 1987 David Clarke’s Graypaul Ferrari. After a bit of a falling out over the cost of a replacement rear spring and the 52 hours of (latterly justified) labour time to change the rear spring, Sheffield moved his custom to Bob Houghton Ltd for the servicing of both his Lusso and similarly his 365 GTB/4 ‘Daytona’. The Daytona remains in the family to this day. In 1998, Sheffield would move his servicing for the Lusso once more this time to Terry Hoyle of Essex who would care for the car until 2008. Passing to his daughter’s care in 2009, the Lusso would find new residence in the sunnier climes of New Zealand. Continuing to use and enjoy the car, servicing would be kept in check by several local specialists. Far from a car tucked away, the Lusso most recently took part in the Classic Alpine Tour in 2022 in New Zealand. Recently repatriated to the UK, this 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso retains its original registration mark, original interior and Rosso paintwork from the late 60s. A remarkable opportunity to acquire a very original but usable example, affording the ideal candidate for either a preservation or restoration exercise. This 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso is available to view by appointment at our showrooms outside London immediately. 1964 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso D.K. Engineering Ltd If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 23-0829006 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United Kingdom Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Transmission Manual Drive Side RHD D.K. Engineering Ltd Little Green Street Farm, Green Street Chorleywood United Kingdom Contact details kbn@dkengineeringltd.com +44 (0)1923 287 687 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright The 250 GT Lusso is widely regarded as one of the most elegant and timeless designs by Pininfarina. Introduced in 1962 the 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso was Ferrari's latest intermediate model, a vehicle to bridge the gap between competition racers and luxuriously appointed 2+2 Coupe's. Just 351 examples were built between 1963 and late 64. Widely regarded as the epitome of the "La Dolce Vita" few cars can rival the effortless elegance and style of a 250 GT Lusso. This remarkable Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso has been in the care of just one family since 1968, from its original home in Woodbridge, Suffolk to the sunnier climes of Hawkes Bay, New Zealand for the past 14 years. Supplied new through Colonel Ronnie Hoare’s Maranello Concessionaires in Blu Chiaro over Nero, ‘ALP 7B’ was originally used as a demonstrator from their base at the Tower Garage in Egham, Surrey from April 21st 1964. Imagery in file shows that Hoare in fact drove the car to Reims 12hr in July 1964 to bear witness to Graham Hill & Jo Bonnier's 1st place in the Maranello Concessionaires 250 LM. An unusual choice for a demonstrator; this example was the penultimate right-hand drive example to be built with its original configuration no doubt inspiring the final right-hand drive example. The car was sold the following month on 8th of August, to dealership Dove of Northampton on behalf of Mr Baxter who would own the car for several years. In 1968, this Lusso was sold to Nigel Sheffield, owner of Nigel Sheffield Investments. By this time, the car had been refinished in Rosso which it still presents in today. The accompanying history binder thoroughly documenting Sheffield’s ownership, with the car seeing regular servicing by marque experts; Maranello Concessionaires until the early 1970s and then from 1975 until 1987 David Clarke’s Graypaul Ferrari. After a bit of a falling out over the cost of a replacement rear spring and the 52 hours of (latterly justified) labour time to change the rear spring, Sheffield moved his custom to Bob Houghton Ltd for the servicing of both his Lusso and similarly his 365 GTB/4 ‘Daytona’. The Daytona remains in the family to this day. In 1998, Sheffield would move his servicing for the Lusso once more this time to Terry Hoyle of Essex who would care for the car until 2008. Passing to his daughter’s care in 2009, the Lusso would find new residence in the sunnier climes of New Zealand. Continuing to use and enjoy the car, servicing would be kept in check by several local specialists. Far from a car tucked away, the Lusso most recently took part in the Classic Alpine Tour in 2022 in New Zealand. Recently repatriated to the UK, this 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso retains its original registration mark, original interior and Rosso paintwork from the late 60s. A remarkable opportunity to acquire a very original but usable example, affording the ideal candidate for either a preservation or restoration exercise. This 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso is available to view by appointment at our showrooms outside London immediately. Other Cars from D.K. Engineering Ltd 1995-Ferrari-F512-M-01.jpg 1995-Ferrari-F512-M-02.jpg 1995-Ferrari-F512-M-15.jpg 1995-Ferrari-F512-M-01.jpg 1/15 1995 Ferrari F512 M D.K. Engineering Ltd United Kingdom 1990-Ferrari-F40-01.jpg 1990-Ferrari-F40-02.jpg 1990-Ferrari-F40-15.jpg 1990-Ferrari-F40-01.jpg 1/15 1990 Ferrari F40 D.K. Engineering Ltd United Kingdom 1968-Lamborghini-Miura-P400-01.jpg 1968-Lamborghini-Miura-P400-02.jpg 1968-Lamborghini-Miura-P400-20.jpg 1968-Lamborghini-Miura-P400-01.jpg 1/20 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400 D.K. 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Porsche has built 356 from 1948 to 1965 – the last und strongest step of this 356 Evolution was the Carrera 2000 GS with 130 PS ( delivered by the so called Fuhrmann-Engine ). Ernst Fuhrmann, the later CEO of Porsche, has constructed this spectacular engine originally only for the Motorsport with Porsche. The construction of this engine was complicated , the camshafts were driven by vertical king shafts ( Königswelle ) and fired by 2 distributors ( Doppelzündung). The Carrera 2 was the first production Porsche with disc brakes! This rare 356 Carrera 2000 GS was delivered new in 1963 to Torino / Italy – one of only 27 with electric sunroof! Restored years ago in Germany – also the engine was completly restored by german marque and Carrera Specialist. Invoices , data card and due diligence come with the car. This Carrera will be delivered with the original Kronprinz-Steelwheels and Speedster seats are also availiable. We also can deliver a Walkaround-Video on demand. 1963 Porsche 356 Carrera 2000 GS Thiesen Hamburg GmbH If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 24-0603015 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS Germany Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Colour Rubinred Interior black Gearbox Manual shift Drive Left Power 130 PS Thiesen Hamburg GmbH Griegstraße, 73 Hamburg Germany Contact details sales@thiesen-automobile.com +49 (0) 40 / 450 343 - 0 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright Porsche has built 356 from 1948 to 1965 – the last und strongest step of this 356 Evolution was the Carrera 2000 GS with 130 PS ( delivered by the so called Fuhrmann-Engine ). Ernst Fuhrmann, the later CEO of Porsche, has constructed this spectacular engine originally only for the Motorsport with Porsche. The construction of this engine was complicated , the camshafts were driven by vertical king shafts ( Königswelle ) and fired by 2 distributors ( Doppelzündung). The Carrera 2 was the first production Porsche with disc brakes! This rare 356 Carrera 2000 GS was delivered new in 1963 to Torino / Italy – one of only 27 with electric sunroof! Restored years ago in Germany – also the engine was completly restored by german marque and Carrera Specialist. Invoices , data card and due diligence come with the car. This Carrera will be delivered with the original Kronprinz-Steelwheels and Speedster seats are also availiable. We also can deliver a Walkaround-Video on demand. 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The Ferrari 250 GTE (Gran Turismo Evoluzione) or GT 2+2, launched in 1960, is a touring car developed by the Italian manufacturer Ferrari, designed by Pininfarina and bodied by Scaglietti. Although a handful of Ferraris - mostly special orders - had previously been fitted with limited space behind their only two seats, the 250 GTE inaugurated a new range of bodywork for Ferrari, the "GT 2+2". Despite a certain amount of condescension from "purists", the GT 2+2 or 4-seater coupés were a great success, and for many years became the automaker's specialty. In fact, the 250 GTE and its descendant, the 330 GT, accounted for over 50% of the company's output at the time. Described as "not only a great touring car, but also a prestigious one", the 250 GTE was the best-selling Ferrari of its day. In 1964, the 250 GTE was replaced by the Ferrari 330 America, 50 of which were produced, most of them exported across the Atlantic. Strictly speaking, it was the same model, but with displacement increased to 4 liters. In order to increase sales of passenger cars and thus finance its very expensive racing activities, Ferrari decided to develop a car capable of attracting a new clientele, eager to combine the practicality of a "family car" with the sportiness of a GT. Like Maserati and the 3500 GT, Ferrari realized the importance of high-volume cars to the brand's survival. Indeed, Enzo Ferrari's son Piero Ferrari explained that two-seaters "weren't his father's favorite cars to drive. He loved the 2+2 as a personal car. He usually drove the car himself, but he was always accompanied by a chauffeur and his dog, so a 2-seater just wasn't enough". A great deal of work went into adapting the Ferrari 250 to its new vocation. Ferrari developed four prototypes, an exceptionally high number, which covered a distance never before achieved by the company. The 1960 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans was the occasion to present the new Ferrari 250 GTE, or rather one of its prototypes. Naturally, it appeared not as a participant, but as the race director's car, driven by the 24 Hours director. It was officially presented at the Paris Motor Show in October of the same year. 950 examples were built between 1960 and 1963, the last year of production, making the 250 GTE Ferrari's best-selling model. By 1958, Ferrari had built almost 685 road cars since its creation in 1947. Three series of 250 GTEs, distinguished from each other by a few aesthetic modifications, were actually produced The exterior Surprisingly, the design of the new Ferrari, without departing from that of the Ferrari 250 GT SWB, is by the hand of Sergio Pininfarina - and not his father Battista - marking his growing influence within the Pininfarina company. It's well known that he succeeded in retaining the racy look of a GT despite the move to 2+2 dimensions, and the 250 GTE proves to be a marvel of balance. The plunging design of the side windows, in particular, reduces the impression of a sedan induced by the horizontal roofline. 1962 saw a slight revision of the grille and hood design. Sergio Pininfarina, who had been an aerodynamics assistant in the wind tunnel at Turin Polytechnic, also understood the importance of aerodynamics in terms of aeroacoustics, and had each prototype studied in the wind tunnel. As was customary at the time, Carrozzeria Scaglietti was responsible for the bodywork and assembly of the GTE. The GTE's structure is essentially made of steel, with the exception of the doors, hood and trunk lid, which are made of aluminum. The grille, which proudly displays the brand's prancing horse, is usually fitted with additional lights at each corner. Originally positioned on the grille, these lights were moved outside in 1962. In the same year, the chrome rod running across the hood was also replaced by a rectangular air intake. A discreet body crease runs along the fenders, from the front wheel arch to the rear lights. The taillights - three vertically positioned headlamps on either side - are mounted on a chrome plate. To provide four comfortable seats, the cabin is more generous than that of the 250 GT Berlinetta, thanks to an increase of 300 mm in length and 60 mm in width, although the height is reduced by 50 mm. However, the 250 GTE only qualifies as a "2+2" - for two seats in the front and two in the rear - and not as a four-seater in its own right, since the front seats must have sufficient space up to the pedals for the driver's legs, thus penalizing the legroom of rear passengers. The interior of the 250 GTE is luxurious and "extremely" comfortable; for example, the rear seats are separated by a central armrest with an ashtray. Compared to the PF Coupé, the boot volume has been increased to accommodate the luggage of up to four people. The dashboard, meanwhile, is covered in black leather, while the eight instruments, encircled in Veglia chrome, are integrated into a panel generally the same color as the body. Engine The Tipo 128E engine, the latest evolution of the 60°-open V12 "Colombo" with a displacement of 2,953 cm3 (bore/stroke 73 mm × 58.8 mm), is positioned longitudinally forward to allow for a larger passenger compartment. With the engine positioned in front of the front wheel axle, the weight distribution is 55% front and 45% rear; although "handling is excellent", the engine's forward movement tends to accentuate the 250 GTE's understeer. This engine, whose cylinder head is taken from the 250 Testa Rossa, has already proved its worth in competition and on a number of production Ferraris. Thanks to a compression ratio of 9.2:1 and three Weber twin-barrel carburetors, the 250 GTE achieves 240 hp at 7,000 rpm, a very high figure for a 2+2 at the time, despite the extra weight - 80 kg to reach 1,280 kg - compared with the Berlinetta. It also accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just over seven seconds. The engine is mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox, the last of which is overdriven by a Laycock de Normanville electric overdrive. This overdrive reduces engine speed by 22%, thus lowering the fuel consumption of the "greedy" V12 (14 ℓ/100 km). The 250 GTE was also the first Ferrari to be equipped with an air-cooled radiator cooling system. In 1964, the 250 GTE engine was upgraded to a displacement of 3,967 cm3 (bore/stroke 77 mm × 71 mm) - and renamed Tipo 209 - to power the Ferrari 330 America, the only difference between the 330 America and the 250 GTE. The engine now delivers 300 hp at 7,600 rpm. Chassis The wheelbase of the 250 GTE is 2600 mm. The difficulty in adapting a GT, namely the 250 GT Berlinetta, to more "family" use lies in retaining the wheelbase of a coupé - i.e. 2,600 mm, as with the Pinin Farina berlinetta and cabriolet - while offering sufficient space to add two seats. The chassis of the Ferrari 250 GTE has been completely redesigned to allow the engine to be moved forward some twenty centimetres and the two rear seats to be installed in front of the axle; the tracks have also been widened by 60 mm compared to the berlinetta, in order to accommodate the engine. The suspension system received special attention, since a set of telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers - replacing the rod shock absorbers - parallel trailing arms and leaf springs, assisted by coil springs from 1963, was dedicated to it. Ferrari GTE Squadra Mobile A little-known episode in the career of the Ferrari 250 GTE is its time in the hands of the Roman police. In 1962, after several major successes against the city's underworld, the then President of the Italian Republic, Giovanni Gronchi, organized a ceremony in honor of the forces of law and order. During the ceremony, he asked the officers present what reward they wanted, to which one jokingly replied: "a Ferrari". Gronchi took the request very seriously, and Enzo Ferrari, being a shrewd businessman, agreed to donate two Ferrari 250 GTEs to the Roman police (he hoped, beyond the spin-offs in terms of image, to equip other police forces in the country). As soon as they arrived in Rome, one of the cars was involved in a fatal accident, and the wreckage was taken back to Modena and destroyed by the ever-superstitious Enzo Ferrari. The other model was entrusted to an officer named Maresciallo Armando Spatafora. The latter had impressed everyone at the tests held in Modena a few days earlier, being extremely fast, so much so that Il Commendatore himself offered him a bucket seat, which he refused, stipulating "I'm a policeman, I only drive police cars". The car was an integral part of the Roman squadra mobile until 1968, when it was sold at auction to a private individual in 1972. During its 6-year career, it was truly the star of Rome. Legend has it that delinquents occasionally paid Spatafora to chase the Ferrari. While this has never been verified, what is certain is that a significant number of crooks were put behind bars thanks to her driver, to the point of giving rise to a saying in Rome in the 60s: "Advice from the brigands to their followers: if you're out at night, watch out for the panthers (the name of the Roman police's rapid intervention cars), but if you're out until dawn, then watch out for Spatafora behind the wheel". In particular, an encounter with a French bandit nicknamed "Le Marseillais" led to one of the Italian capital's most epic chases, as the latter, hoping to take advantage of his Citroën DS's air suspension, drove down the stairs of the Piazza di Spagna, which didn't scare Spatafora, who followed and eventually apprehended him. The marks of the steps on the Ferrari's chassis are still visible today. This remarkable episode gave rise to the film Poliziotto Sprint Heritage For a very long time, cars were sold without bodywork, and it was then up to the buyer to go to a coachbuilder to "dress" his car. The 250 GTE's high degree of industrialization for its time marks a definitive turning point in Ferrari's history: Ferrari no longer sells just a chassis, leaving its customers with a car body. Our car is a Ferrari 250 GT 2+2 that left the Maranello factory in July 1963. Delivered to the Vari Gioacchino garage in Rome, it featured red bodywork and beige leather interior. The car kept this red color when a complete restoration was undertaken (photo file available). At the time, the car was painted in black with a Cartier interior whose elegance cannot be disputed. Our file shows that the car was owned by Mr Rouer in the mid-1980s. In 2009, it was acquired by Jean Pierre Van Den Doorn, a Parisian collector and dealer, who sold it back to its owner in 2010. Since then, the car has taken part in numerous rallies and trips in the hands of its owner. Regularly maintained in Parisian workshops including Pozzi, the engine was completely rebuilt in 2013 by the Atelier des Sportives. The numerous invoices available in the file attest to a car regularly used and maintained in perfect working order. Today, this Ferrari 250 GT 2+2 boasts a beautiful patina acquired over many kilometers on French roads. It's a pleasure to drive, and a real invitation to travel. 1963 FERRARI 250 GTE Historic Cars If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 23-0620009 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS France Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Historic Cars Allée Freres Voisin Paris France Contact details cars@historiccars.fr +33626486171 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright The Ferrari 250 GTE (Gran Turismo Evoluzione) or GT 2+2, launched in 1960, is a touring car developed by the Italian manufacturer Ferrari, designed by Pininfarina and bodied by Scaglietti. Although a handful of Ferraris - mostly special orders - had previously been fitted with limited space behind their only two seats, the 250 GTE inaugurated a new range of bodywork for Ferrari, the "GT 2+2". Despite a certain amount of condescension from "purists", the GT 2+2 or 4-seater coupés were a great success, and for many years became the automaker's specialty. In fact, the 250 GTE and its descendant, the 330 GT, accounted for over 50% of the company's output at the time. Described as "not only a great touring car, but also a prestigious one", the 250 GTE was the best-selling Ferrari of its day. In 1964, the 250 GTE was replaced by the Ferrari 330 America, 50 of which were produced, most of them exported across the Atlantic. Strictly speaking, it was the same model, but with displacement increased to 4 liters. In order to increase sales of passenger cars and thus finance its very expensive racing activities, Ferrari decided to develop a car capable of attracting a new clientele, eager to combine the practicality of a "family car" with the sportiness of a GT. Like Maserati and the 3500 GT, Ferrari realized the importance of high-volume cars to the brand's survival. Indeed, Enzo Ferrari's son Piero Ferrari explained that two-seaters "weren't his father's favorite cars to drive. He loved the 2+2 as a personal car. He usually drove the car himself, but he was always accompanied by a chauffeur and his dog, so a 2-seater just wasn't enough". A great deal of work went into adapting the Ferrari 250 to its new vocation. Ferrari developed four prototypes, an exceptionally high number, which covered a distance never before achieved by the company. The 1960 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans was the occasion to present the new Ferrari 250 GTE, or rather one of its prototypes. Naturally, it appeared not as a participant, but as the race director's car, driven by the 24 Hours director. It was officially presented at the Paris Motor Show in October of the same year. 950 examples were built between 1960 and 1963, the last year of production, making the 250 GTE Ferrari's best-selling model. By 1958, Ferrari had built almost 685 road cars since its creation in 1947. Three series of 250 GTEs, distinguished from each other by a few aesthetic modifications, were actually produced The exterior Surprisingly, the design of the new Ferrari, without departing from that of the Ferrari 250 GT SWB, is by the hand of Sergio Pininfarina - and not his father Battista - marking his growing influence within the Pininfarina company. It's well known that he succeeded in retaining the racy look of a GT despite the move to 2+2 dimensions, and the 250 GTE proves to be a marvel of balance. The plunging design of the side windows, in particular, reduces the impression of a sedan induced by the horizontal roofline. 1962 saw a slight revision of the grille and hood design. Sergio Pininfarina, who had been an aerodynamics assistant in the wind tunnel at Turin Polytechnic, also understood the importance of aerodynamics in terms of aeroacoustics, and had each prototype studied in the wind tunnel. As was customary at the time, Carrozzeria Scaglietti was responsible for the bodywork and assembly of the GTE. The GTE's structure is essentially made of steel, with the exception of the doors, hood and trunk lid, which are made of aluminum. The grille, which proudly displays the brand's prancing horse, is usually fitted with additional lights at each corner. Originally positioned on the grille, these lights were moved outside in 1962. In the same year, the chrome rod running across the hood was also replaced by a rectangular air intake. A discreet body crease runs along the fenders, from the front wheel arch to the rear lights. The taillights - three vertically positioned headlamps on either side - are mounted on a chrome plate. To provide four comfortable seats, the cabin is more generous than that of the 250 GT Berlinetta, thanks to an increase of 300 mm in length and 60 mm in width, although the height is reduced by 50 mm. However, the 250 GTE only qualifies as a "2+2" - for two seats in the front and two in the rear - and not as a four-seater in its own right, since the front seats must have sufficient space up to the pedals for the driver's legs, thus penalizing the legroom of rear passengers. The interior of the 250 GTE is luxurious and "extremely" comfortable; for example, the rear seats are separated by a central armrest with an ashtray. Compared to the PF Coupé, the boot volume has been increased to accommodate the luggage of up to four people. The dashboard, meanwhile, is covered in black leather, while the eight instruments, encircled in Veglia chrome, are integrated into a panel generally the same color as the body. Engine The Tipo 128E engine, the latest evolution of the 60°-open V12 "Colombo" with a displacement of 2,953 cm3 (bore/stroke 73 mm × 58.8 mm), is positioned longitudinally forward to allow for a larger passenger compartment. With the engine positioned in front of the front wheel axle, the weight distribution is 55% front and 45% rear; although "handling is excellent", the engine's forward movement tends to accentuate the 250 GTE's understeer. This engine, whose cylinder head is taken from the 250 Testa Rossa, has already proved its worth in competition and on a number of production Ferraris. Thanks to a compression ratio of 9.2:1 and three Weber twin-barrel carburetors, the 250 GTE achieves 240 hp at 7,000 rpm, a very high figure for a 2+2 at the time, despite the extra weight - 80 kg to reach 1,280 kg - compared with the Berlinetta. It also accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just over seven seconds. The engine is mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox, the last of which is overdriven by a Laycock de Normanville electric overdrive. This overdrive reduces engine speed by 22%, thus lowering the fuel consumption of the "greedy" V12 (14 ℓ/100 km). The 250 GTE was also the first Ferrari to be equipped with an air-cooled radiator cooling system. In 1964, the 250 GTE engine was upgraded to a displacement of 3,967 cm3 (bore/stroke 77 mm × 71 mm) - and renamed Tipo 209 - to power the Ferrari 330 America, the only difference between the 330 America and the 250 GTE. The engine now delivers 300 hp at 7,600 rpm. Chassis The wheelbase of the 250 GTE is 2600 mm. The difficulty in adapting a GT, namely the 250 GT Berlinetta, to more "family" use lies in retaining the wheelbase of a coupé - i.e. 2,600 mm, as with the Pinin Farina berlinetta and cabriolet - while offering sufficient space to add two seats. The chassis of the Ferrari 250 GTE has been completely redesigned to allow the engine to be moved forward some twenty centimetres and the two rear seats to be installed in front of the axle; the tracks have also been widened by 60 mm compared to the berlinetta, in order to accommodate the engine. The suspension system received special attention, since a set of telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers - replacing the rod shock absorbers - parallel trailing arms and leaf springs, assisted by coil springs from 1963, was dedicated to it. Ferrari GTE Squadra Mobile A little-known episode in the career of the Ferrari 250 GTE is its time in the hands of the Roman police. In 1962, after several major successes against the city's underworld, the then President of the Italian Republic, Giovanni Gronchi, organized a ceremony in honor of the forces of law and order. During the ceremony, he asked the officers present what reward they wanted, to which one jokingly replied: "a Ferrari". Gronchi took the request very seriously, and Enzo Ferrari, being a shrewd businessman, agreed to donate two Ferrari 250 GTEs to the Roman police (he hoped, beyond the spin-offs in terms of image, to equip other police forces in the country). As soon as they arrived in Rome, one of the cars was involved in a fatal accident, and the wreckage was taken back to Modena and destroyed by the ever-superstitious Enzo Ferrari. The other model was entrusted to an officer named Maresciallo Armando Spatafora. The latter had impressed everyone at the tests held in Modena a few days earlier, being extremely fast, so much so that Il Commendatore himself offered him a bucket seat, which he refused, stipulating "I'm a policeman, I only drive police cars". The car was an integral part of the Roman squadra mobile until 1968, when it was sold at auction to a private individual in 1972. During its 6-year career, it was truly the star of Rome. Legend has it that delinquents occasionally paid Spatafora to chase the Ferrari. While this has never been verified, what is certain is that a significant number of crooks were put behind bars thanks to her driver, to the point of giving rise to a saying in Rome in the 60s: "Advice from the brigands to their followers: if you're out at night, watch out for the panthers (the name of the Roman police's rapid intervention cars), but if you're out until dawn, then watch out for Spatafora behind the wheel". In particular, an encounter with a French bandit nicknamed "Le Marseillais" led to one of the Italian capital's most epic chases, as the latter, hoping to take advantage of his Citroën DS's air suspension, drove down the stairs of the Piazza di Spagna, which didn't scare Spatafora, who followed and eventually apprehended him. The marks of the steps on the Ferrari's chassis are still visible today. This remarkable episode gave rise to the film Poliziotto Sprint Heritage For a very long time, cars were sold without bodywork, and it was then up to the buyer to go to a coachbuilder to "dress" his car. The 250 GTE's high degree of industrialization for its time marks a definitive turning point in Ferrari's history: Ferrari no longer sells just a chassis, leaving its customers with a car body. Our car is a Ferrari 250 GT 2+2 that left the Maranello factory in July 1963. Delivered to the Vari Gioacchino garage in Rome, it featured red bodywork and beige leather interior. The car kept this red color when a complete restoration was undertaken (photo file available). At the time, the car was painted in black with a Cartier interior whose elegance cannot be disputed. Our file shows that the car was owned by Mr Rouer in the mid-1980s. In 2009, it was acquired by Jean Pierre Van Den Doorn, a Parisian collector and dealer, who sold it back to its owner in 2010. Since then, the car has taken part in numerous rallies and trips in the hands of its owner. Regularly maintained in Parisian workshops including Pozzi, the engine was completely rebuilt in 2013 by the Atelier des Sportives. The numerous invoices available in the file attest to a car regularly used and maintained in perfect working order. Today, this Ferrari 250 GT 2+2 boasts a beautiful patina acquired over many kilometers on French roads. It's a pleasure to drive, and a real invitation to travel. 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Built in 1972, this Aston Martin DBS V8 left the factory with Tudor Green paintwork and a Mustard leather interior before being sold to Paolo Sorelli, an Italian gentleman living in London. Later he took the car to his summer house in Tuscany, where it remained until it changed hands via the Aston Martin specialist Noble House in 2013, and entered the consignor’s German collection. Noble House replaced the timing chains, valves, exhaust system, along with revisions to the braking system. On its consignment to RM Sotheby’s Munich sale, it was commended by the Aston Martin Heritage Trust for retaining many of its features. This Aston Martin DBS V8 presents well in its factory-correct colour scheme of Tudor Green over Mustard leather. The odometer reads 50,681 kilometres at the time of cataloguing and, upon inspection, the car has been found to retain its matching-numbers 5.3-litre V-8 engine. This example is also fitted with the desirable five-speed manual gearbox. As the fastest production four-seater car in the world at the time of its launch, the DBS V8 occupies a special place in Aston Martin’s history. This well-preserved, matching-numbers, manual-gearbox example more than lives up to the legend. 1972 Aston Martin DBS RM Sotheby's If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. 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While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright Built in 1972, this Aston Martin DBS V8 left the factory with Tudor Green paintwork and a Mustard leather interior before being sold to Paolo Sorelli, an Italian gentleman living in London. Later he took the car to his summer house in Tuscany, where it remained until it changed hands via the Aston Martin specialist Noble House in 2013, and entered the consignor’s German collection. Noble House replaced the timing chains, valves, exhaust system, along with revisions to the braking system. On its consignment to RM Sotheby’s Munich sale, it was commended by the Aston Martin Heritage Trust for retaining many of its features. This Aston Martin DBS V8 presents well in its factory-correct colour scheme of Tudor Green over Mustard leather. The odometer reads 50,681 kilometres at the time of cataloguing and, upon inspection, the car has been found to retain its matching-numbers 5.3-litre V-8 engine. This example is also fitted with the desirable five-speed manual gearbox. As the fastest production four-seater car in the world at the time of its launch, the DBS V8 occupies a special place in Aston Martin’s history. 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Highlights for this car - One of 355 L Series Dinos built from 1969-1970 - Restored in factory ordered Russo Rubino with Nero Interior - Correct Cromodora Knock-Off Wheels, Wood Steering Wheel, and Alloy Body Features General Overview Designed by the legendary Leonardo Fioravanti, responsible for some of the greatest Ferrari designs while at Pininfarina, the original 206 Dino GT was a delightful design combining a curvaceous body and innovative performance engineering inspired by racing successes Ferrari had achieved with their mid-engine prototypes. The heart of the Dino was the compact 65-degree V6 engine displacing 1987cc. With triple Weber 40DCF carburetors, the engine offered 160hp, a potent amount for a lightweight two-liter car. The transverse mid-engine design mated with a 5-speed transaxle offered spirited acceleration, besting many larger displacement competitors. Attributed in name to the tragically lost Dino Ferrari, son of Enzo, the Dino brand would launch Ferrari into higher volume production and world-wide acclaim with this affordable offering. Shortly after release, the 206 advanced to the larger displacement 246 Dino GT as public demand grew and production output increased for the mid-engine car. The 246, stamped in steel using higher volume practices, would become one of the most popular sports cars of the period. Europe and America loved the sleek bodywork and nimble performance, responding with record sales and accolades with sustained popularity lasting more than 50 years after the Dino was first introduced. Early production 246 Dinos are referred to as “L Series” cars, uniquely produced in 1969 and 1970, retaining as much of the original lines and features inspired by the 1965 Paris Salon 206 GT Speciale and Pininfarina 1966 Turin Salon Dino Berlinetta GT. Over the years, L Series examples have become more sought after due to their clean and pure body design, elegant detailing, and production rarity. Distinct L Series features include slimmer front and rear bumpers, an external boot lid release button, triple-ear knock-off wheels, wood-rim steering wheels, head rests mounted on the rear bulkhead, roll up window cranks, no air conditioning, and lightweight alloy doors, hood, and decklids. These features resulted in a lighter car overall with spirited acceleration in keeping with the original 1966 concept Salon Dino. History of this L Series Dino Delivered new to the first owner in Switzerland in October 1969, chassis number 00522 is one of 355 ‘L Series’ cars constructed during the period when the 246 Dino was transitioning production to higher volume all steel construction. Many of the desirable L Series features contribute to the rarity of these cars, but, at the time of delivery, the rarity of this sub-group of cars remained largely unknown to collectors. Over time, this series has become highly sought after. Originally finished in the elegant and rare color Rosso Dino (20-R-350) the interior was trimmed in black vinyl (Nero 161) including the L Series rear bulkhead mounted headrests. Having arrived in North America by the 1970s, the car is known to have been in Texas through the 1970s and 1980s. In the 1980s, the engine reportedly dropped a valve, and the car was subsequently placed in dry storage awaiting necessary mechanical attention. The next owner purchased the car intending to repair it but was unable to complete the work. The car was then purchased by a well-known midwest Ferrari parts supplier and subsequently purchased by a collector in 2012 who commissioned a full restoration. During the restoration, the owner was meticulous about locating the very best OEM or original parts as possible. Many of these components were purchased from expert Dino parts authorities including the former owner of the car. Parts purchases were well over $60,000, rebuild costs recorded at $50,000, with an additional $150,000 was spent on cosmetics. After more than three years in restoration, the completed car was offered at auction in 2017 and sold to the current owner. Under current owner care, the car was assigned to a restorer who wanted this Dino to achieve a Platinum award under Ferrari concours judging. Although this Dino was completed to a high level of finish, it has not been entered in concours judging. General Condition Today this Dino presents in excellent condition with a beautiful, smooth, and glossy paint surface. The paint has excellent coverage and depth, however there is minor paint bridging in selected areas. Overall, the finish has been properly detailed and professionally prepared both when it was restored and under the care of prior and current owners. The doors shut with a crisp latch and hold position flush to the body surfaces, though the passenger side lower door corner sits slightly proud of the body surface. Both the front lid, engine, and trunk lids open and close properly. The chrome trim is excellent overall on the top surfaces of the bumpers and the bumpers are mounted using correct hardware. The side view mirror, window molding, emblems, and badges are all in excellent condition. Glass lenses and turn indicator lenses are also in beautiful condition and properly detailed. The Cromodora wheels are correctly refinished and maintain excellent luster featuring correctly sized Michelin XWX radial tires. The wheels are mounted with single hub chrome plated triple ear center knockoffs, unique to the early L Series Dinos. The black interior creates a subtle understated elegance against the exterior body color. Not only are the seating and door panel surfaces supple, clean, and nicely presented, the original early seating architecture featuring rear bulkhead suspended headrests and perimeter seat bolsters are beautifully finished with correct foam structure, solid stitching, and smooth coloration. Red and black Daytona seat inserts offer a further sporting touch to the interior. Carpeting, headliner, and side trim panels are in excellent condition as are the mouse fur dash color and black interior accents. The center console is very nicely presented with the 5-speed gated shift plate, signature Dino details, and correct electric switches. The delightful array of gauges located in the instrument binnacle is in excellent condition with bright numeric indication and white needles. The finishing touch is the warm-toned factory correct wood rim steering wheel featuring alloy spokes and a bright yellow Dino center emblem. In all, the desirable interior presents as a handsome pairing to this stunning L Series, making it the perfect partner to the curvaceous Pininfarina designed, Scaglietti coachbuilt body. Under the hood, the transverse Dino V6 engine has been thoughtfully prepared and beautifully detailed with originality in mind. While a correct type engine for an early 246GT, the engine number appears to be from a batch just after this chassis number range, and one of the cylinder heads is a later series unit. The transmission number falls exactly in sequence to the chassis number and the remaining engine components are authentic to this series Dino. The earlier series raw alloy engine castings are honest, clean, and unpretentious, reflective of the mechanical beauty and natural casting finishes. The rear trunk area is nicely restored, and the front storage compartment features a full-sized spare tire with matching wheel, and a correct inner molded tub. The underside of the car is finished to a high level of detail, worthy of show presentation. No evidence of damage or structural compromise has been noted in the chassis and all suspension mounting points, suspension components, and exhaust are correct with correct hardware and mounting brackets. Driving this Dino, one is reminded of the very pleasant balance achieved with the mid-engine layout and V6 power. The gearbox shifts smoothly, and power comes on strong in each gear, pulling through low rpms and delighting drivers with a wide powerband and delightful sounds particularly in the higher rev range. Braking and suspension are responsive for the era, modestly improved by a set of correctly sized Michelin XWX tires showing ample tread. The 246 Dino GT-L offers many of the very best features of a vintage Ferrari while reminding anyone who appreciates a modern Ferrari that this is the modern sports car that established the formula for decades of future mid-engine Ferraris. With its stunning Pininfarina design, Scaglietti coachwork, beautiful color combination, rare one of 355 L Series production numbers, and nimble performance capability, this 246 Dino stands today as an enduring passionate Father’s salute to the vision of his young son Dino Ferrari - a rolling sculpture celebrating their mutual dedication to sports cars and a lasting legacy of uncompromising beauty. Included with this 246 Dino This Dino is accompanied by a jack, an assortment of tools, a knock off mallet, a wheel chock, and two fuse box covers. 1970 Ferrari 246 GT L Series Dino Fantasy Junction If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 23-1122004 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United States Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Engine 2.4L V6 Engine number 135c 000 0006901 Transmission 5-speed manual no. M-216 Exterior Color Rosso Rubino Interior Color Nero leather Fantasy Junction 1145 Park Ave Emeryville California Contact details SALES@FANTASYJUNCTION.COM +1 510-653-7555 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. 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The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright Highlights for this car - One of 355 L Series Dinos built from 1969-1970 - Restored in factory ordered Russo Rubino with Nero Interior - Correct Cromodora Knock-Off Wheels, Wood Steering Wheel, and Alloy Body Features General Overview Designed by the legendary Leonardo Fioravanti, responsible for some of the greatest Ferrari designs while at Pininfarina, the original 206 Dino GT was a delightful design combining a curvaceous body and innovative performance engineering inspired by racing successes Ferrari had achieved with their mid-engine prototypes. The heart of the Dino was the compact 65-degree V6 engine displacing 1987cc. With triple Weber 40DCF carburetors, the engine offered 160hp, a potent amount for a lightweight two-liter car. The transverse mid-engine design mated with a 5-speed transaxle offered spirited acceleration, besting many larger displacement competitors. Attributed in name to the tragically lost Dino Ferrari, son of Enzo, the Dino brand would launch Ferrari into higher volume production and world-wide acclaim with this affordable offering. Shortly after release, the 206 advanced to the larger displacement 246 Dino GT as public demand grew and production output increased for the mid-engine car. The 246, stamped in steel using higher volume practices, would become one of the most popular sports cars of the period. Europe and America loved the sleek bodywork and nimble performance, responding with record sales and accolades with sustained popularity lasting more than 50 years after the Dino was first introduced. Early production 246 Dinos are referred to as “L Series” cars, uniquely produced in 1969 and 1970, retaining as much of the original lines and features inspired by the 1965 Paris Salon 206 GT Speciale and Pininfarina 1966 Turin Salon Dino Berlinetta GT. Over the years, L Series examples have become more sought after due to their clean and pure body design, elegant detailing, and production rarity. Distinct L Series features include slimmer front and rear bumpers, an external boot lid release button, triple-ear knock-off wheels, wood-rim steering wheels, head rests mounted on the rear bulkhead, roll up window cranks, no air conditioning, and lightweight alloy doors, hood, and decklids. These features resulted in a lighter car overall with spirited acceleration in keeping with the original 1966 concept Salon Dino. History of this L Series Dino Delivered new to the first owner in Switzerland in October 1969, chassis number 00522 is one of 355 ‘L Series’ cars constructed during the period when the 246 Dino was transitioning production to higher volume all steel construction. Many of the desirable L Series features contribute to the rarity of these cars, but, at the time of delivery, the rarity of this sub-group of cars remained largely unknown to collectors. Over time, this series has become highly sought after. Originally finished in the elegant and rare color Rosso Dino (20-R-350) the interior was trimmed in black vinyl (Nero 161) including the L Series rear bulkhead mounted headrests. Having arrived in North America by the 1970s, the car is known to have been in Texas through the 1970s and 1980s. In the 1980s, the engine reportedly dropped a valve, and the car was subsequently placed in dry storage awaiting necessary mechanical attention. The next owner purchased the car intending to repair it but was unable to complete the work. The car was then purchased by a well-known midwest Ferrari parts supplier and subsequently purchased by a collector in 2012 who commissioned a full restoration. During the restoration, the owner was meticulous about locating the very best OEM or original parts as possible. Many of these components were purchased from expert Dino parts authorities including the former owner of the car. Parts purchases were well over $60,000, rebuild costs recorded at $50,000, with an additional $150,000 was spent on cosmetics. After more than three years in restoration, the completed car was offered at auction in 2017 and sold to the current owner. Under current owner care, the car was assigned to a restorer who wanted this Dino to achieve a Platinum award under Ferrari concours judging. Although this Dino was completed to a high level of finish, it has not been entered in concours judging. General Condition Today this Dino presents in excellent condition with a beautiful, smooth, and glossy paint surface. The paint has excellent coverage and depth, however there is minor paint bridging in selected areas. Overall, the finish has been properly detailed and professionally prepared both when it was restored and under the care of prior and current owners. The doors shut with a crisp latch and hold position flush to the body surfaces, though the passenger side lower door corner sits slightly proud of the body surface. Both the front lid, engine, and trunk lids open and close properly. The chrome trim is excellent overall on the top surfaces of the bumpers and the bumpers are mounted using correct hardware. The side view mirror, window molding, emblems, and badges are all in excellent condition. Glass lenses and turn indicator lenses are also in beautiful condition and properly detailed. The Cromodora wheels are correctly refinished and maintain excellent luster featuring correctly sized Michelin XWX radial tires. The wheels are mounted with single hub chrome plated triple ear center knockoffs, unique to the early L Series Dinos. The black interior creates a subtle understated elegance against the exterior body color. Not only are the seating and door panel surfaces supple, clean, and nicely presented, the original early seating architecture featuring rear bulkhead suspended headrests and perimeter seat bolsters are beautifully finished with correct foam structure, solid stitching, and smooth coloration. Red and black Daytona seat inserts offer a further sporting touch to the interior. Carpeting, headliner, and side trim panels are in excellent condition as are the mouse fur dash color and black interior accents. The center console is very nicely presented with the 5-speed gated shift plate, signature Dino details, and correct electric switches. The delightful array of gauges located in the instrument binnacle is in excellent condition with bright numeric indication and white needles. The finishing touch is the warm-toned factory correct wood rim steering wheel featuring alloy spokes and a bright yellow Dino center emblem. In all, the desirable interior presents as a handsome pairing to this stunning L Series, making it the perfect partner to the curvaceous Pininfarina designed, Scaglietti coachbuilt body. Under the hood, the transverse Dino V6 engine has been thoughtfully prepared and beautifully detailed with originality in mind. While a correct type engine for an early 246GT, the engine number appears to be from a batch just after this chassis number range, and one of the cylinder heads is a later series unit. The transmission number falls exactly in sequence to the chassis number and the remaining engine components are authentic to this series Dino. The earlier series raw alloy engine castings are honest, clean, and unpretentious, reflective of the mechanical beauty and natural casting finishes. The rear trunk area is nicely restored, and the front storage compartment features a full-sized spare tire with matching wheel, and a correct inner molded tub. The underside of the car is finished to a high level of detail, worthy of show presentation. No evidence of damage or structural compromise has been noted in the chassis and all suspension mounting points, suspension components, and exhaust are correct with correct hardware and mounting brackets. Driving this Dino, one is reminded of the very pleasant balance achieved with the mid-engine layout and V6 power. The gearbox shifts smoothly, and power comes on strong in each gear, pulling through low rpms and delighting drivers with a wide powerband and delightful sounds particularly in the higher rev range. Braking and suspension are responsive for the era, modestly improved by a set of correctly sized Michelin XWX tires showing ample tread. The 246 Dino GT-L offers many of the very best features of a vintage Ferrari while reminding anyone who appreciates a modern Ferrari that this is the modern sports car that established the formula for decades of future mid-engine Ferraris. With its stunning Pininfarina design, Scaglietti coachwork, beautiful color combination, rare one of 355 L Series production numbers, and nimble performance capability, this 246 Dino stands today as an enduring passionate Father’s salute to the vision of his young son Dino Ferrari - a rolling sculpture celebrating their mutual dedication to sports cars and a lasting legacy of uncompromising beauty. Included with this 246 Dino This Dino is accompanied by a jack, an assortment of tools, a knock off mallet, a wheel chock, and two fuse box covers. 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1 of Only 69 Dinos Delivered in Striking Verde Germoglio (Lime Green) Numbers Matching Engine and 451 Body Number Stampings 451 Stamped on Boot Lid Hinges, Door Jamb Plates, Coolant Reservoir Mounting Tab Sport Purpose Optioned – Slicktop, Manual Windows, No Radio nor A/C Verified by Marcel Massini History Report Recently uncovered from long-term storage, From 31 Years of Ownership Records from 1976 on file Etched Sigla and Securit Glass Summer 2023 Inspection and Service to Operating Order All New Fluids Battery Water Pump Brakes Hoses Rebuild Carburetors Rebuild Starter Clutch kit Flywheel 246 Ferrari 246 starter ring gear Flywheel washer Flywheel bolts Oil Seal Flywheel Dowel Clutch release bearing retaining clip Crankshaft Rear Spigot Bearing Engine Compression is good. 120 PSI per cylinder. Note: Vehicle starts, runs and drives, but will require further inspection and servicing to additional consumable items and other deferred auxiliaries - prior to road use. Offered and accompanied with Matthias Bartz' Dino Compendium, 2nd Edition, with Original Operating, Maintenance, and Service Handbook (Owner's Manual) – in Leather Folio, Jack in Pouch, and Spare Tire Assembly Known Provenance: May 14, 1971 Factory completion date May 1971 Delivered new to official importer Auto Becker Supermarket GmbH, domiciled at Suitbertusstrasse 150 in Düsseldorf, Germany 1976 Residing in London, Owned by Prince Mohammed of Sussex Gardens – Vehicle noted as Black, 15,262 kms 1980 Still Owned by Mohammed, 44,269 kms Later Exported to USA 1985 Car in New York, NY/USA, now painted red Until 1991 Owned by Gordon in WA/USA February 1992 For sale by Werner Schoch, Porsche Sales, in Southern California Sold to Ray Vallis 1992 Owned by Ray Vallis in West Peabody, Massachusetts March 2023 Sold by Vallis Then Owned by DriverSource Fine Motorcars The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. It is provided 'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only. Corrections or additional information is always appreciated. All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and shipping expenses. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. DriverSource is not liable for any errors, omissions, or mistakes. 1971 246 GT Dino Driver Source Fine Motorcars If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 23-0829012 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United States Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright Chassis Type 607 M Engine Type 135 CS, Internal No. 000825 (Fiat #000 .7420) (Source: Factory) Original Gearbox Type 607 M, Internal No. 983 (Source: Factory) Scaglietti Body Type 607 M, Internal No. 451 (Source: Factory) Factory Specifications LHD M-Series European Version (Source: Factory) Standard Cromodora Wheels (Source: Factory) Instruments in Kilometers (Source: Factory) Original Exterior Color Verde Germoglio 20-G-465 (Source: Factory) Original Interior Color Nero 161 Vinyl (Stabilimenti di Brandizzo S.r.l.) (Source: Factory) Desirable European Version Driver Source Fine Motorcars 14750 Memoriaö Drive Huston Texas Contact details sales@driversource.com 1 (281) 497-1000 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright 1 of Only 69 Dinos Delivered in Striking Verde Germoglio (Lime Green) Numbers Matching Engine and 451 Body Number Stampings 451 Stamped on Boot Lid Hinges, Door Jamb Plates, Coolant Reservoir Mounting Tab Sport Purpose Optioned – Slicktop, Manual Windows, No Radio nor A/C Verified by Marcel Massini History Report Recently uncovered from long-term storage, From 31 Years of Ownership Records from 1976 on file Etched Sigla and Securit Glass Summer 2023 Inspection and Service to Operating Order All New Fluids Battery Water Pump Brakes Hoses Rebuild Carburetors Rebuild Starter Clutch kit Flywheel 246 Ferrari 246 starter ring gear Flywheel washer Flywheel bolts Oil Seal Flywheel Dowel Clutch release bearing retaining clip Crankshaft Rear Spigot Bearing Engine Compression is good. 120 PSI per cylinder. Note: Vehicle starts, runs and drives, but will require further inspection and servicing to additional consumable items and other deferred auxiliaries - prior to road use. Offered and accompanied with Matthias Bartz' Dino Compendium, 2nd Edition, with Original Operating, Maintenance, and Service Handbook (Owner's Manual) – in Leather Folio, Jack in Pouch, and Spare Tire Assembly Known Provenance: May 14, 1971 Factory completion date May 1971 Delivered new to official importer Auto Becker Supermarket GmbH, domiciled at Suitbertusstrasse 150 in Düsseldorf, Germany 1976 Residing in London, Owned by Prince Mohammed of Sussex Gardens – Vehicle noted as Black, 15,262 kms 1980 Still Owned by Mohammed, 44,269 kms Later Exported to USA 1985 Car in New York, NY/USA, now painted red Until 1991 Owned by Gordon in WA/USA February 1992 For sale by Werner Schoch, Porsche Sales, in Southern California Sold to Ray Vallis 1992 Owned by Ray Vallis in West Peabody, Massachusetts March 2023 Sold by Vallis Then Owned by DriverSource Fine Motorcars The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. 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1996 Ferrari 512M Fantasy Junction If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. Furthermore, SpeedHolics is entirely independent from the "Dealer" mentioned in this listing and maintains no affiliation, association, or connection with them in any capacity. Any transactions, engagements, or communications undertaken as a result of this listing are the sole responsibility of the parties involved, and SpeedHolics shall bear no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. For more information, please refer to the "Legal & Copyright" section below. SH ID 24-0603016 FEATURED BY SPEEDHOLICS Sold SEARCH OTHER CARS United States Dealer This Car Contact the Dealer I am Interested Legal & Copyright VIN ZFFVA40JPN0104105 Exterior Color Rosso Corsa Interior Color Nero leather Engine 5.0L flat 12-cylinder Engine no. 41790 Transmission 5-speed manual Fantasy Junction 1145 Park Ave Emeryville California Contact details SALES@FANTASYJUNCTION.COM +1 510-653-7555 Visit dealer's website If you are intrested in this car and you would like SpeedHolics to put you in touch with the right person, please fill in this form. Let us arrange everything for you. How to contact you? I'd like to receive weekly updates about new listings SUBMIT We take your privacy seriously. While submitting your information please check our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Your content has been submitted Disclaimer SpeedHolics has not been paid to feature this product or brand, nor will we profit from any purchases you may make through the links in this article. We’re a fully independent website. SpeedHolics provides the information contained in this section solely as a resource for its users without any form of assurance. While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright Other Cars from Fantasy Junction 1988-Alfa-Romeo-Graduate-01.jpg 1988-Alfa-Romeo-Graduate-02.jpg 1988-Alfa-Romeo-Graduate-20.jpg 1988-Alfa-Romeo-Graduate-01.jpg 1/20 1988 Alfa Romeo Graduate Fantasy Junction United States 1985-Ferrari-308-GTSi-01.jpg 1985-Ferrari-308-GTSi-02.jpg 1985-Ferrari-308-GTSi-20.jpg 1985-Ferrari-308-GTSi-01.jpg 1/20 1985 Ferrari 308 GTSi Fantasy Junction United States 1964-Ferrari-275-330-GTC-Prototipo-01.jpg 1964-Ferrari-275-330-GTC-Prototipo-02.jpg 1964-Ferrari-275-330-GTC-Prototipo-20.jpg 1964-Ferrari-275-330-GTC-Prototipo-01.jpg 1/20 1964 Ferrari 275/330 GTC Prototipo Fantasy Junction United States Last Featured Cars 1992-Subaru-SVX-01.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-02.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-10.webp 1992-Subaru-SVX-01.webp 1/10 1992 Subaru SVX DLS Automobile Germany 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-01.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-02.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-15.webp 1990-Porsche-911-964-Carrera-RS-IROC-Evocation-01.webp 1/15 1990 Porsche 911 964 Carrera RS IROC Evocation Classic Connection United Kingdom 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-01.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-02.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-20.jpg 1964-Alfa-Rome-TZ-01.jpg 1/20 1964 Alfa Romeo TZ Oldtimer Galerie International GmbH Switzerland

The first Grand Touring Lotus, the Elite represented an important step in the brand's history. It brought Lotus fame, even if the car was not financially profitable. When the prototype Lotus Elite was introduced at the Earls Court Motor Show in October 1957 it created a real stir, for not only the fact it was a pretty two-seater coupe, but because it broke new ground in many technical ways. There was no chassis by the conventional sports car ideas of the time, the car being built as a body/chassis unit in one piece made of glass-reinforced epoxide and polyester resin “glass-fibre”. There were many problems in getting the car into production and it was over a year before the first ones began to appear. But the Elite would go down in motoring history for its revolutionary bodywork. A versatile car, the Lotus Elite embodied the GT philosophy: drive during the week and race at the weekend. It has been programmed according to the new regulations of the GT championship (1300 cm3 category) to aim for class victories in major international events such as the Le Mans 24 Hours. Work on the Type 14, which was to become the Elite, began in 1956. Although very incomplete, the prototype was presented at the London Motor Show at Earls Court in October 1957. To compensate for the modest power of the engine, Colin Chapman, a champion of weight reduction, designed an audacious self-supporting monocoque structure made entirely of plastic. A world first. The only metal reinforcements (embedded in the resin) are a protective hoop around the windscreen to which the door hinges are attached, and subframes that house the suspension and engine attachments. After initial manufacturing problems at Maximar, a firm specialising in boat hulls, production was subcontracted to Bristol. Suspension was independent on all four wheels, there were disc brakes all round and the power unit under the bonnet was the Coventry Climax single overhead camshaft engine in a 1216 cm3 version made especially for Lotus. It was called the FWE. Built in aluminium and very expensive, it only produced 75 bhp. The BMC non-synchronized first gearbox was identical to that of the MGA. Braking was by discs on all four wheels, and the four-wheel independent suspension was borrowed from the Type 12 single-seater. With its pure lines, clear volumes and plunging bonnet, the superb lines of the Lotus Elite are the work of Peter Kirwan-Taylor, a design enthusiast and friend of Colin Chapman. His work was reviewed by aerodynamicist Frank Costin, who was particularly responsible for the truncated stern. The result is an excellent Cx of 0.29! It should be noted that the Elite's windows did not slide down: they were removable and stored in a bag in the back of the seats... September 1959 saw the launch of the Series 2, whose suspension had been modified to eliminate the steering lock caused by the flexible tie rods. The following year, Chapman launched the SE (Special Equipment) version equipped with a different camshaft and exhaust manifold. With 85 bhp obtained at 6,500 rpm, the SE accelerated to 185 km/h thanks to its aerodynamic qualities and light weight (640 kg), covering 0 to 100 km/h in ten seconds. The car was also fitted with a ZF four-speed synchronized gearbox. A Super 95 version was offered in 1962. This was a misleading name, as power was actually reduced to 80 bhp (at a lower engine speed of 6,100 rpm). But the Elite would be offered throughout its career with more advanced engines, up to 105 bhp at 8,000 rpm, thanks to twin Weber carburettors (instead of the single SU of the normal version) and more advanced valve timing. Designed with competition in mind, the Elite suffers from serious shortcomings. It has to be said that Colin Chapman had no experience of building production models before launching it. It vibrated a lot and was very noisy, with the plastic bodywork acting as a sounding board. A cutting-edge car for discerning enthusiasts, the Lotus Elite also suffered from questionable reliability, not to mention tricky and expensive maintenance. On the other hand, the Elite's roadholding was formidable, close to that of a racing car: remarkable roadholding, precise and direct steering, powerful braking. Extremely expensive to build, 1,030 examples were produced until 1963. It was sold as a kit from 1961, which considerably reduced the price. The Lotus Elite forged a flattering record in competition, racking up numerous class victories. Its sober engine also enabled it to win the energy index twice at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (in 1960 and 1962). Average fuel consumption was just over 15 litres per 100 kilometres, with a top speed in excess of 220 km/h! DAD 10 At the Brands Hatch race meeting on Boxing Day 1958 there were five production Lotus Elites entered for the Production Sports and Grand Touring Cars event and a memorable battle took place between Colin Chapman in a works car and Jimmy Clark in the Border Reivers car, with a narrow victory going to the founder of Lotus Cars. In third place in another Lotus Elite was Mike Costin, the Cos of Cosworth Engineering and key man on the production of the Cosworth DFV in later years. That Brands Hatch race was indeed significant in the history of British motor racing. By mid-1959 the Lotus firm had moved from Hornsey in North London to Cheshunt in Hertfordshire and production of the Lotus Elite really got under way, with the bodyshell being made by Bristol Aeroplane Plastics Ltd. When Doug Nye wrote bis book “The Story of Lotus 1961-1971” Colin Chapman told him “The Elite was really a road-going car and used many of the racing components. We didn’t have much experience of road-car economics when we designed it, and without long-range tooling, long-range buying and strict cost-saving it was finally just uneconomic to build. I believe we lost over £100 on each car we built.” Nonetheless they built 285 of the Series I cars and by October 1960 the Series II was introduced, which had revised rear suspension, and 703 of these were built in the ensuing years, making a total of 988 altogether. When Colin Chapman described the Elite as a road-going racing car, he was not far wrong for once production was under way they were raced in every type of event from Mallory Park club meetings to the Le Mans 24 Hour race and Nurburgring 1,000 kilometers races and were highly successful in the small GT category. Many of them became famous and many of them were registered with special number plates, like CB 23 for Chris Barbour, the jazz-man, WUU 2 for Peter Lumsden and LOV 1 for Graham Warner, but the one being featured in this series is DAD 10, not because it is the most famous, and the most successful but because it was symptomatic of the “swinging-sixties”. This Lotus Elite was owned by Les Leston who was running a very successful motoring accessory business in London and he was also into the London jazz and rock music scene. In the early Swing days the name “Daddy” was given to old men with money to burn on living it up with wine, women and song and any young girl who picked up a rich “Daddy” was known to have a “Sugar Daddy”. When Rock took over from Swing the principles were unchanged and “Daddy” was changed into “Dadio”. Leston’s racing Elite was registered DAD 10, which easily changed itself into DADIO and the car soon became called “Dadio”. All of which fitted neatly into the life and business style of Les Leston Accessories. Apart from all that “Dadio” was a very quick car and Leston was one of the club “aces” of the time, racing it extensively in the early sixties and having some memorable battles with Graham Warner in LOV 1. Leston’s best effort with the red Elite with the white stripes was to finish 7th overall in the RAC Tourist Trophy race at Goodwood in 1961, only six laps behind the winning Ferrari. Its 1,220 c.c. Coventry-Climax engine used two twin-choke Weber carburetters, which developed 105 b.h.p. and drove through a ZF gearbox to a 4.87 to 1 differential unit. The car weighed 9 3/4 cwt. and accelerated from 0-100 m.p.h. in 17.6 sec. and at Goodwood it clocked 128 m.p.h. on the Lavant Straight. After Les Leston stopped racing it, the car passed through two new owners’ hands but they did not race it, and then it disappeared into the murk of the second-hand car-dealer world and was lost about 1966. Our Mos 10 is a well-preserved 1962 Lotus Elite Series II, which was purchased by Neil Twyman through Charles Fripp in 2009. After a thorough diagnosis of its originality, Twyman decided to rebuild it as a tribute to the former Les Leston DAD 10 with its specific Franck Costin front end. The renowned Neil Twyman put all his effort and knowledge into building a highly accurate and competitive replica of the famous period car. The best English craftsmen supplied the various components: Crosthwaite & Gardiner, MK14, Climax Engine Services, Tony Thompson, Bodicraft Supplies and Panel craft ltd. Nothing has been left to chance, as you'll see. The MOS 10 boasts Leston's distinctive front grille, among other period factory features. After spending some time in the hands of Twyman, it finally joined the JD Classics stable. The car once again received an extensive preparation and raced successfully in the JD Classics colors. At the 2016 edition of Le Mans Classic, it proved to be the fastest Elite in Plateau 3, winning 1st place in the performance index. Subsequently, the current owner purchased the MOS 10 from JD Classics and raced the car entrusted to the ATS workshop in Le Mans. The owner maintained the car to a very high standard and also purchased a large number of spare parts to accompany the sporting career of his Lotus: 1 ZF gearbox overhauled by Marel & Pellin, 1 complete FWE engine overhauled, 1 spare dif carburetors, front brake calipers, doors, hoods, wheels.... Ready to race, and sold with its own set of spare parts, this Lotus Elite is probably the sports car offering the greatest eligibility in the great historic races: Tour Auto, Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic, Fifties' Legends..... 1962 Lotus Elite S2 Fia Specs Historic Cars If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." 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While SpeedHolics tries to provide high quality content, it does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, appropriateness for use or timeliness of this information. Visitors to this page should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any of the material it contains without first conducting their own investigations and seeking professional advice specific to their own situation if necessary. We will not be liable for any transactions carried out by you as a result of the information that you can find on this page. Please exercise your due diligence. Dealers Support Are you the owner of this content and you want to make changes or to ask any questions to our editorial team? Write an email to team@speedholics.com. Copyright & DMCA Photos and texts are property and copyright of the respective owner as indicated in the section "Dealer" of this page. SpeedHolics has requested and obtained written authorisation to reproduce the content. Copyright holders who believe their rights under copyright law have been infringed are invited to follow our notice and takedown procedure as required by DMCA regulations. The notice and take down procedure is described here: https://www.speedholics.com/copyright The first Grand Touring Lotus, the Elite represented an important step in the brand's history. It brought Lotus fame, even if the car was not financially profitable. When the prototype Lotus Elite was introduced at the Earls Court Motor Show in October 1957 it created a real stir, for not only the fact it was a pretty two-seater coupe, but because it broke new ground in many technical ways. There was no chassis by the conventional sports car ideas of the time, the car being built as a body/chassis unit in one piece made of glass-reinforced epoxide and polyester resin “glass-fibre”. There were many problems in getting the car into production and it was over a year before the first ones began to appear. But the Elite would go down in motoring history for its revolutionary bodywork. A versatile car, the Lotus Elite embodied the GT philosophy: drive during the week and race at the weekend. It has been programmed according to the new regulations of the GT championship (1300 cm3 category) to aim for class victories in major international events such as the Le Mans 24 Hours. Work on the Type 14, which was to become the Elite, began in 1956. Although very incomplete, the prototype was presented at the London Motor Show at Earls Court in October 1957. To compensate for the modest power of the engine, Colin Chapman, a champion of weight reduction, designed an audacious self-supporting monocoque structure made entirely of plastic. A world first. The only metal reinforcements (embedded in the resin) are a protective hoop around the windscreen to which the door hinges are attached, and subframes that house the suspension and engine attachments. After initial manufacturing problems at Maximar, a firm specialising in boat hulls, production was subcontracted to Bristol. Suspension was independent on all four wheels, there were disc brakes all round and the power unit under the bonnet was the Coventry Climax single overhead camshaft engine in a 1216 cm3 version made especially for Lotus. It was called the FWE. Built in aluminium and very expensive, it only produced 75 bhp. The BMC non-synchronized first gearbox was identical to that of the MGA. Braking was by discs on all four wheels, and the four-wheel independent suspension was borrowed from the Type 12 single-seater. With its pure lines, clear volumes and plunging bonnet, the superb lines of the Lotus Elite are the work of Peter Kirwan-Taylor, a design enthusiast and friend of Colin Chapman. His work was reviewed by aerodynamicist Frank Costin, who was particularly responsible for the truncated stern. The result is an excellent Cx of 0.29! It should be noted that the Elite's windows did not slide down: they were removable and stored in a bag in the back of the seats... September 1959 saw the launch of the Series 2, whose suspension had been modified to eliminate the steering lock caused by the flexible tie rods. The following year, Chapman launched the SE (Special Equipment) version equipped with a different camshaft and exhaust manifold. With 85 bhp obtained at 6,500 rpm, the SE accelerated to 185 km/h thanks to its aerodynamic qualities and light weight (640 kg), covering 0 to 100 km/h in ten seconds. The car was also fitted with a ZF four-speed synchronized gearbox. A Super 95 version was offered in 1962. This was a misleading name, as power was actually reduced to 80 bhp (at a lower engine speed of 6,100 rpm). But the Elite would be offered throughout its career with more advanced engines, up to 105 bhp at 8,000 rpm, thanks to twin Weber carburettors (instead of the single SU of the normal version) and more advanced valve timing. Designed with competition in mind, the Elite suffers from serious shortcomings. It has to be said that Colin Chapman had no experience of building production models before launching it. It vibrated a lot and was very noisy, with the plastic bodywork acting as a sounding board. A cutting-edge car for discerning enthusiasts, the Lotus Elite also suffered from questionable reliability, not to mention tricky and expensive maintenance. On the other hand, the Elite's roadholding was formidable, close to that of a racing car: remarkable roadholding, precise and direct steering, powerful braking. Extremely expensive to build, 1,030 examples were produced until 1963. It was sold as a kit from 1961, which considerably reduced the price. The Lotus Elite forged a flattering record in competition, racking up numerous class victories. Its sober engine also enabled it to win the energy index twice at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (in 1960 and 1962). Average fuel consumption was just over 15 litres per 100 kilometres, with a top speed in excess of 220 km/h! DAD 10 At the Brands Hatch race meeting on Boxing Day 1958 there were five production Lotus Elites entered for the Production Sports and Grand Touring Cars event and a memorable battle took place between Colin Chapman in a works car and Jimmy Clark in the Border Reivers car, with a narrow victory going to the founder of Lotus Cars. In third place in another Lotus Elite was Mike Costin, the Cos of Cosworth Engineering and key man on the production of the Cosworth DFV in later years. That Brands Hatch race was indeed significant in the history of British motor racing. By mid-1959 the Lotus firm had moved from Hornsey in North London to Cheshunt in Hertfordshire and production of the Lotus Elite really got under way, with the bodyshell being made by Bristol Aeroplane Plastics Ltd. When Doug Nye wrote bis book “The Story of Lotus 1961-1971” Colin Chapman told him “The Elite was really a road-going car and used many of the racing components. We didn’t have much experience of road-car economics when we designed it, and without long-range tooling, long-range buying and strict cost-saving it was finally just uneconomic to build. I believe we lost over £100 on each car we built.” Nonetheless they built 285 of the Series I cars and by October 1960 the Series II was introduced, which had revised rear suspension, and 703 of these were built in the ensuing years, making a total of 988 altogether. When Colin Chapman described the Elite as a road-going racing car, he was not far wrong for once production was under way they were raced in every type of event from Mallory Park club meetings to the Le Mans 24 Hour race and Nurburgring 1,000 kilometers races and were highly successful in the small GT category. Many of them became famous and many of them were registered with special number plates, like CB 23 for Chris Barbour, the jazz-man, WUU 2 for Peter Lumsden and LOV 1 for Graham Warner, but the one being featured in this series is DAD 10, not because it is the most famous, and the most successful but because it was symptomatic of the “swinging-sixties”. This Lotus Elite was owned by Les Leston who was running a very successful motoring accessory business in London and he was also into the London jazz and rock music scene. In the early Swing days the name “Daddy” was given to old men with money to burn on living it up with wine, women and song and any young girl who picked up a rich “Daddy” was known to have a “Sugar Daddy”. When Rock took over from Swing the principles were unchanged and “Daddy” was changed into “Dadio”. Leston’s racing Elite was registered DAD 10, which easily changed itself into DADIO and the car soon became called “Dadio”. All of which fitted neatly into the life and business style of Les Leston Accessories. Apart from all that “Dadio” was a very quick car and Leston was one of the club “aces” of the time, racing it extensively in the early sixties and having some memorable battles with Graham Warner in LOV 1. Leston’s best effort with the red Elite with the white stripes was to finish 7th overall in the RAC Tourist Trophy race at Goodwood in 1961, only six laps behind the winning Ferrari. Its 1,220 c.c. Coventry-Climax engine used two twin-choke Weber carburetters, which developed 105 b.h.p. and drove through a ZF gearbox to a 4.87 to 1 differential unit. The car weighed 9 3/4 cwt. and accelerated from 0-100 m.p.h. in 17.6 sec. and at Goodwood it clocked 128 m.p.h. on the Lavant Straight. After Les Leston stopped racing it, the car passed through two new owners’ hands but they did not race it, and then it disappeared into the murk of the second-hand car-dealer world and was lost about 1966. Our Mos 10 is a well-preserved 1962 Lotus Elite Series II, which was purchased by Neil Twyman through Charles Fripp in 2009. After a thorough diagnosis of its originality, Twyman decided to rebuild it as a tribute to the former Les Leston DAD 10 with its specific Franck Costin front end. The renowned Neil Twyman put all his effort and knowledge into building a highly accurate and competitive replica of the famous period car. The best English craftsmen supplied the various components: Crosthwaite & Gardiner, MK14, Climax Engine Services, Tony Thompson, Bodicraft Supplies and Panel craft ltd. Nothing has been left to chance, as you'll see. The MOS 10 boasts Leston's distinctive front grille, among other period factory features. After spending some time in the hands of Twyman, it finally joined the JD Classics stable. The car once again received an extensive preparation and raced successfully in the JD Classics colors. At the 2016 edition of Le Mans Classic, it proved to be the fastest Elite in Plateau 3, winning 1st place in the performance index. Subsequently, the current owner purchased the MOS 10 from JD Classics and raced the car entrusted to the ATS workshop in Le Mans. The owner maintained the car to a very high standard and also purchased a large number of spare parts to accompany the sporting career of his Lotus: 1 ZF gearbox overhauled by Marel & Pellin, 1 complete FWE engine overhauled, 1 spare dif carburetors, front brake calipers, doors, hoods, wheels.... Ready to race, and sold with its own set of spare parts, this Lotus Elite is probably the sports car offering the greatest eligibility in the great historic races: Tour Auto, Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic, Fifties' Legends..... 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1 of only 10 examples Delivered new to Mike Spence Ltd in August 1967 Fully Restored between 2010 and 2011 by marque specialist Exhibited in the Donington Grand Prix Collection 1967 Lotus Elan BRM The Classic Motor Hub If you are interested in the content of this listing, please contact the Dealer. Contact details are indicated below in the section "Contact the Dealer." Should you require confidential support from SpeedHolics for your inquiry, kindly complete the section "I am Interested." This listing is provided by SpeedHolics solely for the purpose of offering information and resources to our readers. The information contained within this listing is the property of the entity indicated as the "Dealer." SpeedHolics has no involvement in the commercial transactions arising from this listing, and we will not derive any financial gain from any sales made through it. 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