1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2

The Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 was Pininfarina’s answer to a design brief that moved the marque away from the more traditionally-styled Ferrari 365 GT 2+2, provided more rear-seat space than the Ferrari GTC4 and introduced aerodynamic body-styling that was destined to become a feature of the seventies.

A purple patch for Ferrari, riding the waves of success of the 246 Dino and Daytona, launched at the Paris Motor show in 1972, the 365 GT4 2+2 was a straightforward ‘three-box’ design based on a long wheelbase version of the Ferrari 365 GTC4 chassis, the ‘2+2’ sharing a number of design features from this, its immediate predecessor, including the Daytona-style, ‘pop up’ twin headlights and adding 6 characteristic rear lights and wheels with a central nut.

Its 4.4 litre quad cam V12 engine with six Weber side draught carburettors produced an impressive 320hp and was capable of propelling the car from 0-100 km/h in a very healthy 6.4 seconds onto a top speed in excess of 250 km/h.

A total of just 524 production models in both left and right-hand drive were built and trimmed by Pininfarina and finally assembled at Maranello between 1972 and 1976.

In period, the car was well regarded though, the oil crisis of the 1970′s made it somewhat difficult to sell leading to the small numbers remaining in circulation today keeping interest and prices ever buoyant.

This 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 is an Australian delivered, recently restored example that features a highly desirable colour combination Pino Verde over Tan leather interior. It is powered by naturally aspirated 4.4 litre V12 engine which delivers 250kW (335hp) to the rear wheels. This powertrain is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The odometer currently shows 08465 miles.

This example has recently gone through a bare metal respray and its condition is only to be described as excellent. The Pino Verde paintwork appears with great reflection. Period chrome work shows in excellent condition also. All four wheels show no kerb rash and the fitted Michelin tyres retain a deep amount of tread.

It has also had considerable money spent on the mechanical and physical up-keep of this car. It has recently been resprayed, contains new engine mounts, has new suspension bushes, new air filters, and new exhaust mounts.

Today, the car is absolutely on the button mechanically and cosmetically. A testament to the way in which it has been maintained, important finer details are all correct from the Carello light lenses, “mouse hair” dash with its factory matte finish, the small leather strap and hook in the boot for giving access to the original spare wheel and toolkit and the period Michelin XWX tyres.

With power-steering, air conditioning and power brakes, the drive is also sensational with power delivered so linearly throughout the rev range. Gear changes are accurate, the pedal feel is well weighted and in just a short stint behind the original MOMO wheel, you get the sense that this car is just as Ferrari intended.

A model that is a true milestone in Ferrari’s storied history and one that thoroughly deserves its classic status, the availability of world class 365 GT4/2+2 is an opportunity not to be missed.

Accompanied by a large history folio including receipts history and service receipts the original tools and keys this Australian delivered car with interesting provenance and a growing demand around the world is a savvy acquisition.