1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2

Lot details
Registration No: 41 GXN
Chassis No: 12125
Mot Expiry: None

Unveiled at the October 1967 Paris Salon, the 365GT 2+2 was Ferrari's most luxurious model to date. Equipped with sumptuous Connolly leather upholstery, electric windows, air-conditioning, power steering and a handsome teak veneer dashboard as standard, it had a notably capacious boot. Built around a tubular steel chassis frame (designated Tipo 591), it shared the same wheelbase as its 330GT predecessor but benefited from the adoption of a wider track and - for the first time on a Maranello 2+2 - independent rear suspension. Consisting of double wishbones and concentric springs, this assembly was tempered by oleopneumatic struts that had been specially developed in conjunction with Koni. Intended to maintain equilibrium regardless of passenger or luggage load, they were praised by the contemporary motoring press for their contribution to the model's fine ride and handling. Powered by a 4,390cc Colombo derived V12 engine (designated Tipo 245) that developed some 320bhp and 268lft of torque, the 365GT 2+2 was fitted with a well-regarded five-speed manual gearbox. Reputedly capable of 152mph and 0-60mph in 7.3 seconds, such performance was reined in by all round ventilated disc brakes. Styled by Pininfarina, its elegant lines borrowed heavily from both the carrozeria's 500 Superfast and 330GTC Speciale designs. Fitted with Borrani alloys as standard, wire wheels from the same source remained an expensive option. Of the 801 365GT 2+2s made up until early 1971, a mere 87 are thought to have been to right-hand drive specification.
Finished in mid metallic blue with dark blue leather upholstery, this particular example was subject to an inspection report by renowned marque specialist DK Engineering in 1997 (a copy of which remains on file). Used sparingly thereafter, it was put into store (complete with tailored car cover) the following year. Not run for the last seven years or so, it appears to be in sound order but will require careful recommissioning before road use. First registered in Sheffield during February 1969 as BWA 511G, its odometer currently shows an unwarranted 92,886 miles. Under appreciated for many years now, how long will it be before the 365GT 2+2 (and especially one as rare as this RHD car) has its metaphorical day in the sun? Please note that following correspondence with a previous owner chassis 12125 is now thought to have been restored by a Ferrari specialist in the Leeds area sometime prior to the early 1990s.

PLEASE NOTE: We have not had this vehicle running.