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LOT 345

1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 Berlinetta Registration no. BWP 671M Chassis no. 17327

Sold for £69,000 inc. premium
Lot 345

1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 Berlinetta

1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 Berlinetta
Registration no. BWP 671M
Chassis no. 17327

• One of only 524 made
• Rare right-hand drive example
• Benefiting from considerable recent expenditure
• Ferrari Classiche certified

Footnotes

Introduced towards the end of 1972, the 365 GT4 2+2 was the biggest and best equipped four-seater Ferrari so far. Flagship of the Maranello range, it reaffirmed Ferrari's determination to compete with the world's finest luxury saloons. Based on the preceding 365 GT 2+2, albeit lower, longer and wider, the newcomer was fitted with a four-cam version of the 4.4-litre V12 engine while retaining its predecessor's mechanical underpinnings. A total of only 524 had been completed by the time production ceased in 1976.

A rare right-hand drive manual transmission model supplied new in the UK via Maranello Concessionaires, this fine example of the ultimate Ferrari of its day was purchased by the immediately preceding owner from a UK auction in 2014. The comprehensive history file reveals that the Ferrari's first owner was Andrew Grima, the society jeweller, he then sold it to Peter Morgan of the Morgan Motor Company who registered it with his private registration number 'AB 16'. The car comes complete with Mr Morgan's engraved umbrella together with the original handbooks, warranty card, tool roll, and bill of sale.

While with the preceding owner the car benefited from considerable expenditure and gained the all-important Ferrari Classiche certification. In February 2016 Maranello Concessionaires carried out extensive works that included replacing the exhaust system; replacing the cam cover gaskets and seals; replacing the steering box; overhauling the suspension; replacing the rear shock absorbers and springs; and fitting four new Michelin tyres at a cost of £34,500. At that time, correspondence from marque expert Tony Willis described the car as the best one he had seen for certification.

The Ferrari appeared on the cover of Classic & Sports Car magazine's September 2016 edition as part of a 'Family Supercars' feature.

In November 2019, MDS Services carried out extensive works that included overhauling the engine; stripping, cleaning and reassembling the carburettors and ignition distributors; rebuilding the differential; overhauling the steering idler box; fitting new exhaust heat shields; and refurbishing the dashboard instruments and steering column controls. MDS's bill for £22,644 is on file (perusal recommended).

Finished in Azzuro (blue) with matching leather interior, this beautiful Ferrari is offered with its Classiche 'Red Book'.

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