Vehicle Description
As Ferrari rolled into the second half of the 1960s, a sizeable gap
had emerged in their lineup between the hard-edged 275 GTB/4 and
the luxurious four-passenger 330 GT 2+2. Previously, the 250 Europa
and 250 GT Pinin Farina Coupe had filled that void, and customers
were itching for a new GT to take over the baton. Buyers wanted a
Ferrari that was more nimble than the 330 2+2 but with sufficient
luggage space, long-distance comfort, and abundant power for long
journeys. Enter the 330 GTC, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in
1966. The taut, muscular and sophisticated Pininfarina form had an
obvious bloodline with the open-topped 275 GTS, but with elements
of the large, ultra-exclusive 500 Superfast evident in its graceful
fixed roof. Compared to the 275 GTB's classic long bonnet/short
deck proportions, the 330 GTC was more balanced and airy, but while
retaining the perfect amount of aggression to hint at the car's
stellar performance. The 330 GTC's performance credentials are
assured thanks to the 3,960 c.c. SOHC V12 under the bonnet, fed by
a trio of Weber carburetors to make 300 horsepower. Like the 275
GTB, the GTC features a rear-mounted 5-speed transaxle for balanced
weight distribution. Suspension is by independent wishbones with
Koni dampers and disc brakes at all four corners. The mechanical
spec is relatively straightforward in Ferrari terms, yet it forms
an indescribable harmony that makes the 330 GTC one of the finest
GT cars of all time. Ferrari hit a home run with the GTC, producing
598 examples between 1966 and 1968 and adding exclusive variants,
including the open GTS and the "factory hot-rod" 365 GTC. The 330
GTC is widely regarded as one of Ferrari's finest front-engine V12
driver's cars, and in the past decade-plus, collectors and
enthusiasts have cemented its legacy in Maranello's history.
Chassis number 09487 is an outstanding, beautifully presented 330
GTC with a well-documented history and a superb restoration at the
hands of respected marque specialists. Per records provided by
Ferrari historian Marcel Massini, 09487 was completed in December
1966, finished in Argento Metallizzato (25090A) over Nero Franzi
interior, and destined for the Italian market. In January 1967, it
arrived at the official dealer Crepaldi Automobili in Milan and was
sold a month later to Mr. Luigi Coli, also of Milan. Records show
Dino Armando Genghini exported the GTC to the USA in 1970. In 1983,
Mr. Alan Abreu acquired 09487 from Ferrari of Los Gatos. The car
had covered just 70,000km and was still in its original livery of
silver over black leather and Borrani wire wheels. The GTC remained
in Mr. Abreu's care for 30 years, and accompanying documents -
including ten years of receipts from Patrick Ottis - show he spared
little expense in its maintenance during his tenure. In 2007, Abreu
hired Brian Hoyt of Perfect Reflections to perform the body
restoration and bare-metal respray in a beautiful shade of "Rosso
Rubino" and a new interior in beige leather by Autos International,
Inc. In 2013, Mr. Abreu's beloved 330 GTC found a new home with Ed
Blais of Utah. Blais continued to enjoy the car to the fullest,
maintaining it in superb condition. In 2017, the owner sent it to
Dugan Enterprises in California for extensive mechanical and
cosmetic fettling and detailing. Finally, just before finding its
most recent owner in 2018, a complete original equipment Ferrari
air conditioning system was sourced, overhauled, and installed at a
cost of over $15,000. Resplendent in its gorgeous Rosso Rubinopaint
and sparkling Borrani wire wheels, the 330 GTC presents beautifully
today. Paint quality is excellent, and the body is crisp and well
defined with impeccable body fit and panel gaps. A minor crack in
the paint of the driver's side headlamp "sugar scoop" is the only
imperfection of note. Otherwise, the exterior trim is superb, and
it is appropriately detailed with S.E.V. Marchal headlamps,
polished Borranis, Michelin XWX radials, and a Talbot Ray-Dot
exterior mirror. Supple natural tan leather is used on the seats
and door cards and is accented with black on the dash, door caps,
and console. The updated factory air conditioning blends seamlessly
in the fascia, and equipment includes a Becker Europa radio and
electric windows. The boot houses a matching Borrani spare wheel,
and the original handbooks, jack, and complete tool kit are
included. The original, numbers-matching V12 engine remains in its
rightful place and is detailed to near-concours standards with
proper hoses, clamps, hardware, paint, and plating. Once out on the
road, it is difficult to find fault with this GTC, as the glorious
V12 sings through the Ansa exhaust system and the shift lever
slices through the polished gate with satisfying precision.
Powerful brakes and surefooted handling ensure plenty of confidence
when pushing the GTC along twisty roads, while the ride is supple
and well-behaved for moments of more relaxed cruising. This
beautifully restored, numbers-matching 330 GTC presents an
exceptional opportunity to add one of the most revered Enzo-era
Grand Tourers to your stable and is ready for a variety of
exclusive motoring events worldwide. Offers welcome and trades
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