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$245,000
1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2 Plus 2
Price:
$245,000
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Summary:
Used 1969 Ferrari 365
Location:
Saint Louis, MO
Description:
It is perhaps impossible to define the most distinguished period inFerrari's history, but if one were so inclined to try then surelythe decade from 1958 to 1968 would be a compelling candidate.During this time, Scuderia Ferrari secured three Formula 1 WorldDrivers' Championships and two Constructors' titles, while at LeMans the cars from Maranello enjoyed a remarkable seven wins ineight years. Over the same period, road car production went frombeing incidental to integral to the company's success, with salesincreasing almost fourfold from 183 cars in 1958 to some 729 in1968. Instrumental in Ferrari's expansion through the 1960s was asuccession of four-seat, front V-12-engined grand touring cars, thefirst of which-the 250 GT 2+2-appeared in 1959. The car used thesame 3.0-litre V-12 engine and 96.5-inch wheelbase as the standardtwo-seat 250 GT-albeit with its driving position moved forward 12inches and its body extended by the same amount-while relocation ofthe fuel tank and only a modest weight increase ensured that thedriving experience remained undiminished. Some 957 examples weresold, more than double that of the 250 GT Coupe Pinin Farina,hitherto Ferrari's most numerous design. In 1963 Ferrari launchedthe interim 330 America model, which showcased its new4.0-litreTipo209 engine. This afforded an increase of some 60horsepower over the 3.0-litre unit-to 300 horsepower-and would goon to feature in the new-for-1964 330 GT 2+2. Exhibiting a markedlydifferent appearance to its two predecessors, the 330 GT 2+2utilized heavily revised Pininfarina coachwork and, on secondseries cars, a five-speed gearbox in place of the previousfour-speed-with-overdrive unit. Significantly, power steering andair conditioning were offered as optional extras to maximize thecar's appeal to the US market. The production of 1,087 cars between1964 and 1967 underlined its subsequent popularity. By 1967 it wasevident that the 330 GT 2+2 was ageing in both technical andaesthetic terms. In response, Ferrari introduced its all-new 365 GT2+2 model at that year's Paris Motor Show. This featured a new 320horsepower, 4.4-litreTipo245 derivative of Colombo's original V-12design and, crucially, all independent suspension on a Ferrari GT2+2 for the first time. Hailed by many as the spiritual successorto the standard-bearing 500 Superfast, it was generously specified,with power steering, servo-assisted brakes and air conditioning allfitted as standard. At almost five meters long, it offered acommodious cabin and a generous luggage compartment-the comfort ofits occupants being prioritized by the fitment of an innovativehydro-pneumatic self-levelling rear suspension system. However,despite the proliferation of creature comforts, the 365 GT 2+2offered spirited performance, with 100 km/h being achieved in justover seven seconds with a top speed of 246 km/h. Furthermore, theflexibility and lightning-fast throttle response of its engine-notto mention its four-wheel ventilated disc brakes and superbsteering-ensured that it remained a true driver's car. This Ferrari365 GT 2+2, chassis 12957, was delivered new in 1969 to a Chicagoresident who soon relocated to Florida, where the vehicle wasdriven sparingly. The Ferrari briefly changed ownership againbefore being acquired in 1986 by a New York-based collector ofItalian cars. He kept the 365 in a darkened underground garage, andduring his 29 years of ownership he added just 1,000 miles. As aresult, the lustrous Blu Chiaro paint, which is believed to belargely original, appears astonishingly well preserved despitebeing 55 years old. The penultimate owner acquired the 2+2 in 2015with less than 25,000 miles on the clock and treated it to anextensive mechanical service by a marque specialist. It then earneda well-deserved First in Class in the 1949-75 preservation categoryat the 2016 Cavallino Classic in Palm Beach, Florida. Acquired bythe most recent owner in 2017, the interior was beautifullyrestored with new leather and carpeting, however due to its uniquepreservation state, the original upholstery and carpets werecarefully removed and preserved and are included with the car. Amodern stereo, with controls located in the ashtray location on theconsole was also fitted, and again the original ashtray has beenretained should the next custodian wish to go back to original.Included with the car are the aforementioned components, as well asthe original jack, owner's manual, some vintage photos of the car,and scores of original wear items such as shocks and ignition wiresetc. that were saved as parts were renewed. Following the end of365 GT 2+2 production in 1971, Ferrari opted for a more angularappearance for its GT cars, with models such as the 365 GTC/4 and365 GT4 2+2 sporting a distinctive, contemporary look for the newdecade. As such, the 365 GT 2+2 represented the end of an era:arguably the last great, classically styled 1960s Ferrari GT car.Presented today essentially as it was first delivered, thisremarkable 365 GT 2+2 now displays less than 28,000 miles. With afabulous color combination, gorgeous Pininfarina lines, and apowerful V-12 under the hood, chassis number 12957 offers adefinitive Ferrari experience fully befittingRoad & Track's"QueenMother of Ferraris" declaration from 1969. Offers welcome andtrades considered For additional details please view this listingdirectly on our websitehttps://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7713-1969-ferrari-365-gt-22/
Features:
Air Conditioning, Clock, Power Steering
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1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2 Plus 2 is a 1969 Ferrari 365 Model Classic Car in Saint Louis MO. Find other listings by searching for 1969 Ferrari 365 Model in Saint Louis on Oodle Classifieds.
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