Vehicle Description
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1973 Ferrari 246 Dino GT Coupe
Chassis No. 04570
Chassis Type 607 E
Engine No. 142536 (matching numbers)
Engine Type 135 CS, Internal No. 0010502
Gearbox Type 607 E, Internal No. 1682 (matching numbers)
Scaglietti Body Type 607 E, Internal No. 1626
LHD, U.S. Version, Cromodora Wheels, Air Conditioning, Power
Windows
Original Exterior Color: Blu Dino Metallizzato 106-A-72
Original Interior Color: Pelle Beige VM 3218 Connolly
History & Provenance
January 18, 1973 Factory Completion Date
February 1973 Delivered to William F. Harrah's U.S. West Coast
Ferrari Importership Modern Classic Motors MCM, in Reno, NV
September 19, 1973 Warranty Set Up - Hollywood Sports Cars,
Inc.
1974 Sold new through official dealer Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo in
Portland, OR
First Owner: Jack R. Brace of Portland, OR
August 1977 Acquired by Second Owner: Hector A. Escamilla of San
Antonio, TX
Displaying 18,600 original miles
June-July 2011 Car with DriverSource of Houston, TX (30,043
Original Miles Miles)
WE PURCHASED IT FROM ESCAMILLA
July 26, 2011 Sold to Third Owner: Ivan Ing of Vancouver, BC
Displaying 30,043 miles
Fall 2011-Spring 2014 Restoration performed by Bob Smith
Coachworks, Inc in Gainesville, Tx
$273,835.51 Invested
Winter 2021-2022 Car with DriverSource of Houston, TX
Displaying 30,465 Original miles
Part of DriverSource Gated Collection paired with previous chassis
number GTS #04568
With known ownership since new, 04570 was factory finished in Blu
Dino Metallizzato paint, however Jack Brace had the 246 changed to
his preference of Black, with the addition of headlight covers,
shortly after taking delivery. Just a few years later in 1977, the
Ferrari was acquired by heart surgeon and respected collector
Hector Escamilla of San Antonio, TX from its first owner Jack Brace
in 1977. Mr. Escamilla would cherish the Dino for the proceeding 34
years in San Antonio, Texas - nestled amongst a most spectacular
collection of important sporting automobiles.
Driven on occasion and thoughtfully preserved, 04570 would remain
in exceptionally original condition with only 30,000 recorded miles
when DriverSource Fine Motorcars acquired this impressive 246 GT in
Summer 2011 from Escamilla. The Ferrari was soon purchased by Mr.
Ing of Vancouver, Canada, who would entrust Bob Smith Coachworks,
(considered among the world's foremost Ferrari restorers) to
perform a curated restoration of 04570 - with consideration to
preserving and restoring the multitude of factory original parts
remaining on the vehicle. The restoration efforts would span from
Fall 2011-Spring 2014 - all meticulously documented across hundreds
of photos and numerous detailed invoices. Nearly $274,000 was
invested in the restoration. A dossier of records and USB of photos
accompanies the vehicle.
Today, 04570 presents nearly as new, while retaining much of its
refinished original equipment and wearing its lifelong appropriate
black over tan livery. Body, trim, fittings, all glass, 1626 Body
Number stamped hinges and radiator tab, 1972 Klippan seat belts,
1972 (x4) and 1973 (x1) date codes wheels, and much more remain
fitted in stunning condition. A very rare and Dino correct Voxson
8-Track Stereo radio is also equipped. This 246 GT is further
supported by an original Operating, Maintenance and Service
Handbook, U.S. Handbook Supplement, Spare Parts Catalog, and
Consumer Information pamphlet in original leather folio. As well as
a tool kit, original jack and tire iron in case, wheel chock, spare
tire, car cover and supplemental matching floor mats.
Compression and Leak Down Test per Cylinder
1. 135 PSI / 5% Leak Down
2. 130 PSI / 5% Leak Down
3. 135 PSI / 5% Leak Down
4. 130 PSI / 5 % Leak Down
5. 120 PSI / 7% Leak Down
6. 130 PSI / 9% Leak Down
Note: Titled as a 1974
The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our
knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. It is provided
'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed
or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only.
Corrections or additional information is always appreciated.
All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any
finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and
shipping expenses. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. DriverSource
is not liable for any errors, omissions, or mistakes.
