1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 BB

Lot details
Registration No: RYJ 47M
Chassis No: 17933
Mot Expiry: July 2003

The announcement of the 365GTB/4 Berlinetta Boxer was a revelation when it debuted at the 1971 Turin Motor Show in prototype form. Production of this all-new design would follow in 1973 and it is a testament to the design that it was virtually unaltered from that Turin prototype. The 365GTB/4 BB was significant in the fact that it was the first road-going Ferraris to enter production without a vee-configuration power plant. Putting its vast racing technology into road-going form, Ferrari drew from its Formula 1 and sportscar experience to build a flat-12 4.4 litre 'boxer' engine, which developed 360 bhp and propelled the new car to 175 mph. A composite of tubes and monocoque construction made up the mid-engine chassis and the engine was ingeniously placed above the transaxle allowing a shorter wheelbase to be achieved. Pininfarina put the icing on the cake with a sleek, low-slung Berlinetta coachwork that has influenced generations of sportscar design.
The car that we have the pleasure to offer today must surely rate as one of the most impressive examples of a model that must rate as one of the greatest cars to have ever been built by Ferrari. To say this car is 'one of the very best' is no glib overstatement as this supreme example has covered a mere 700 miles since a complete and thorough restoration. First take a look and this car then see if it matches the £75,000 of restoration bills that support the work on this stunning car - with all invoices coming from respected marque specialists. You will be sure not to be disappointed.
Please note: This vehicle now comes with an MOT certificate.