1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2
Chassis Number: 11667
Engine Number: 11667
320 bhp, 4,390 cc single overhead camshaft all alloy V12 engine with three twin choke Weber carburetors, five-speed manual gearbox, four-wheel independent coil spring suspension and ventilated disc brakes front and rear. Wheelbase: 2,648mm
Detailed records for this European model 365 GT 2+2 date back to 1979, when Mr. Allen (Allerton, IL) purchased it with just 41,880 original miles on the odometer. Mr. Allen immediately sent it to Motorkraft Limited for a full service and a complete rebuild of the engine’s top end.
In 1984, with almost 48,000 miles on the odometer, Mr. Allen sold 11667 to a Mr. Foster (Danville, IL). In 1989, Mr. Foster sent his car to DC Engineering (Springfield, IL) for a full cosmetic restoration. During the reassembly, a set of headlight covers was installed along with a set of five Borrani wire spoke wheels and correct Pirelli tires. Mr. Foster was so thrilled with the work performed by DC, he sent a glowing letter to the company’s owner and profusely thanked Mr. Dyke Ridgeley who had recommended the shop.
In 1996, Mr. Foster sold 11667 to Mr. Bard Wolf (Given, W. VA) who kept the car until 2000 when he sold it to vintage racing specialists, Abacus of Hampton Roads, with 53,060 miles. During their seven-year ownership, the car received excellent care in their own shop and was sent out for a new tan leather interior, door panels and carpets. The dash, headliner and console are all in very good original condition. In 2007, Abacus sold the car through Fantasy Junction. A year later, prior to being purchased by the vendor, a pre-purchase inspection was conducted by Mr. Patrick Ottis. The report was very favorable on all accounts including the compression and gearbox.
During a recent inspection and test drive, this 365 GT was confirmed to have a matching numbers engine, a host of options including air conditioning, power windows (and wing windows), variable ratio power steering and 55,149 original miles. The engine was very smooth even when cold. It didn’t smoke, idled perfectly and had superb oil pressure. The gearbox was smooth and all syncros worked perfectly regardless of temperature. The clutch operation was excellent as were the performance of the steering and suspension. Included in the sale are two large binders containing receipts and pictures, several operating manuals and advertisements and factory tool rolls with tools and jack in accompanying bag.
Estimate: $120,000 - $160,000
