To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Monterey
event, 15 - 17 August 2019.
Estimate:
$30,000 - $40,000
- A wonderful Italian oddity
- One of 50 believed remaining
- Popular two-wheel-drive example
- Street legal and registered for road use
The Ferves Ranger was first unveiled at the 1966 Turin Motor Show
as an unusual and distinctly Italian take on the compact
off-roader. The car was designed by Carlo Ferrari, and its name is
derived from the abbreviation of FERrari VEicoli Speciali (Ferrari
Special Vehicles). The Ranger made use of a combination of elements
from both the successful Fiat 500 and 600, with an 18-horsepower
rear-mounted engine sourced from the 500 and the all-independent
suspension from the 600D. The open bodywork included a folding
windscreen and doors, which are easy to remove, and the utilitarian
little car can comfortably seat four passengers.
The Ranger was available in two- and four-wheel-drive versions,
allowing for either relaxed around-town driving or to cover terrain
that no other microcar could hope to traverse. This was aided by a
very low gear ratio. In fact, the Ranger can be driven easily at
walking speeds. Ferves would go on to produce approximately 600
Rangers, of which it is believed that fewer than 50 such delightful
cars remain.
This example is finished in a lovely shade of yellow and sports a
wonderful folding top that snaps into place, should the weather
quickly turn foul. It has been under the care of a dedicated owner
and presents in very good condition throughout, with the body,
interior, and engine bay showing only minor signs of enjoyable use.
Featured with a rear-mounted spare, this Ferves Ranger is ready to
tackle any task at hand, be it on- or off-road, either of which it
will do with total uniqueness.
It would be difficult to find a more charming yet capable little
Ranger.To view this car and others currently consigned to this
auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo19.