To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Monterey event, 15 - 17
August 2019.
Estimate:
$675,000 - $750,000
- Ferrari Classiche-certified, retains its original engine and
gearbox
- Only four owners and just under 24,000 miles from new
- Supremely original throughout
- A truly spectacular Daytona in all regards
In terms of styling, the new Ferrari 365 GTB/4 was a paradigm shift
for the already-legendary brand. The 275 GTB/4's sensual lines were
replaced with more angular and aggressive styling. However, the
car's classic, two-seater berlinetta proportions remained,
retaining a snippet of familiarity with their newest
twelve-cylinder grand tourer. First unveiled at the 1968 Paris
Salon, the 365 GTB/4's styling was well received by the public and
soon adored by the automotive community. Following Ferrari's
incredible 1-2-3 sweep of the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona, the car
quickly acquired the nickname "Daytona" in celebration of the
company's iconic finish at one of motorsport's most significant
events.
Powered by an all-new 4.4-liter dual overhead camshaft V-12 with
six Weber carburetors, the Daytona produced 352 brake horsepower
and 315 foot-pounds of torque. Capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph
in 5.4 seconds, the Daytona would accelerate to a top speed of 174
mph, just beating out its rival, the Lamborghini Miura, by three
miles per hour.
Chassis number 14189, completed by the factory in 1971, was
finished in Nero (20-B-50) over a beige leather interior with black
"Daytona" seat inserts. The car was nicely equipped with
air-conditioning and power windows. A U.S.-specification example,
the Daytona was first delivered to Bill Harrah's Modern Classic
Motors of Reno, Nevada, before being purchased new by George R.
Shelly of Pompano Beach, Florida, in December 1971. The car
remained in Shelly's ownership for over two decades, and during
this time, Shelly showed it at a Florida-region Ferrari Club of
America event at Hutchinson Island, Florida. Later, in December
1992, the car was sold to Richard V. Munz of Madison, Wisconsin. In
1993, Mr. Munz presented the car at the 1993 Cavallino Classic,
where it won a Preservation Cup award. In 1994 the car's mileage
was noted as being only 20,748 miles from new. In the summer of
2001, the car was offered in the Ferrari Market Letter and was
described as "one of the best Daytonas in existence." The Daytona
is believed to have remained with Munz until being purchased by a
Los Angeles-based collector. In August 2016 the car was acquired by
its current and only fourth owner, also residing in Los
Angeles.
As of today, the 365 GTB/4 presents in highly original condition
throughout. Notably, it still retains its original black paint
(showing natural lacquer checks from polishing) with the exception
of the hood and trunk lid, which have been refinished. It still
sports original Borrani wire wheels as well as its original glass.
The car's high level of originality continues through to its
original heater and AC hoses, original tie straps on the wiring
harness, and even its original smog equipment with Aeroquip hoses.
Furthermore, the car has been certified by Ferrari Classiche and
retains its original major mechanical components. As requested by
the owner, two certification binders from Ferrari Classiche were
issued, and both of those remain with the car, along with a handful
of prior service receipts, scoring sheets from when it was shown in
the 1990s, and original tool roll and tools.
In March 2016, Ferrari of Beverly Hills serviced the car, where it
received an annual maintenance that included an oil change,
brake-fluid change, and coolant change. In the early summer of
2017, the Daytona was shipped to Rex Nguyen Restorations of Marina
Del Rey, California, in an effort to enhance its already-high level
of originality. As such, minor details were corrected throughout,
such as sourcing proper hose clamps in the engine bay and fitting
period-correct Michelin XWX tires. It was later that Nguyen and two
other Ferrari Club of America judges had a chance to look over the
car and were highly impressed with its originality and overall
presentation. In its current ownership, the car has been driven
roughly 1,200 miles.
This spectacular example retains a high level of originality,
thanks to having been driven less than 24,000 miles from new. And
thanks to past caring owners, the Daytona presents a high level of
authenticity and will be sure to shine at Ferrari club events and
concours. It is fair to say that this car is a must-have addition
for any serious Ferrari collector, given its remarkable state of
preservation.To view this car and others currently consigned to
this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo19.