Vehicle Description
One-Off 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC with Matching Numbers: Custom Ordered
New by Aristotle Onassis This 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC is a
particularly fascinating example with matching numbers and a unique
provenance documented by Ferrari historian Marcel Massini.
Completed by Ferrari in November 1967, chassis #10639 was purchased
new by Aristotle Onassis, who specified the distinctive Rosso Cina
(China Red) livery and an array of bespoke features including a
leather-clad padded dash, leather-wrapped steering wheel, stainless
steel rocker panels, and a special front-bumper section protecting
the grille. Aristotle Onassis was one of the worlds richest and
most famous businessmen at the time. While groomed to join the
familys cigarette business, Onassis discovered that shipping was
more lucrative than cigarette production. This spurred his
acquisition of cargo ships at massive discounts while competitors
abandoned the business during the Great Depression. Eventually,
Onassis married Jacqueline Kennedy in 1968, forever cementing his
legend. Aristotle Onassis firmly ranked among the most important
Ferrari clients of the late 1960s. Recently discovered after nearly
three decades in storage, this unique 330 GTC has been returned to
running and driving order, although further mechanical attention
may be required prior to road use. As a result of its many years in
storage, 10639 remains in largely original condition. Not only does
it retain its original, matching-numbers engine (stamped 10639,
internal no. 2924/66), it also possesses all of its custom-ordered
coachwork features and other important period details, including a
Chinetti-supplied NART badge on the trunk lid and proper Irvin seat
belts. Factory equipped with air-conditioning, 10639 is accompanied
by an original tool kit and jack, as well as a history report
compiled by Ferrari authority Marcel Massini. Exceedingly rare as
one of the last Ferrari road models to be equipped new with special
customer-ordered body and interior appointments, 10639 marks a
truly compelling find for discerning collectors with its rich
provenance and wonderful integrity. A Unique Example of the Revered
Ferrari 330 GTC Custom Built for Famed Shipping Magnate Aristotle
Onassis Bespoke Features Include Stainless Steel Rocker Trim and
Interior Appointments Largely Original, Unrestored Condition;
Unseen in Public for Nearly 30 Years Provenance Documented by
Ferrari Historian Marcel Massini Price: $595,000
