Vehicle Description
1973 Ferrari 246 GTS
VIN 06424
USA version, delivered in June of 1973. From 1975 to 2001, this
Dino enjoyed a long-term ownership by Philip Smyth, who livered in
Fargo, North Dakota. It was then traded to a dealer, Steve Barney
of Sport Auto out of Summerfield, North Carolina. Sport Auto sold
the Dino to Steven John Harbor from Portland, Oregon in 2002 who
owned it for 12 years. Mr. Miraglia purchased the 246 GTS in 2014
and did a beautiful restoration with Scottsdale Sports LLC over a
two-years period. The current owner purchased the 246 GTS in 2016
and being a classic car enthusiast had everything double check. He
had an authorized DINO shop (La Scuderia - Speedshop, LLC -
John/Aaron Bedford) in Albuquerque, New Mexico remove the
transmission, check all the synchromesh & bearings, replaced the
clutch, adjusted valves, carbs, and minor service. The current
owner has more than enjoyed this 246 over the last few years. He
showed it at the Santa Fe Concorso in 2016 and won 1st in its class
(Sports & GT 1968 through 1977).
Stunning classic color combination Giallo Fly Yellow with Black
Daytona seats and Black carpets. Factory options: Power Windows &
Factory Air Conditioning. Upon our recent road test, this Dino
performed flawlessly with a strong preforming 2.4-liter engine
producing 175 horse power (top speed 148mph) and a smooth shifting
manual 5-speed gear box. Period correct Becker AM/FM Mexico radio
with electric antenna. The refinished five-bolt Cromodora alloy
wheels are sporting Michelin XWX. Complete with books, tools and
factory jack. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a
stunning 246 GTS Dino that has been loved and cared for.
History
The Ferrari 246 GTS, also known as a Dino Spyder, honored Enzo
Ferrari's late son, Alfredo "Dino" Ferrari, who died of Duchenne
muscular dystrophy at the age of 24. Ferrari designated this model
to have fewer than 12 cylinders. There were 1,274 Dino Spyder's
produced from 1972 to 1974.
The GTS model's Targa top was created as a direct answer to the 911
Targa. However, the Targa design was originally used on the
Surrey-Top Triumph TR4, with both the Porsche and Ferrari following
the British model's example.
Unique to the 246 GTS were metal panels that replaced the rear
quarter windows, offering three rectangular vents in both sides of
the car, and folding up and over the rear glass like a large roll
bar.
