For Sale: 1965 Ferrari 275 in Costa Mesa, California

1965 Ferrari 275 GTB

• VIN 07XXX
• Certified by Ferrari - Red Book
• Documented by marque historian Marcel Massini

Very rare 275 GTB, one of only 248 Series I produced, finished in the iconic color combination of Giallo with a Pelle Nera leather interior. As the 136th built in the series, it was initially equipped with three Weber carburetors, coachwork by Carrozzeria Scaglietti, and leather seats. The Giallo paintwork is in exceptional condition, with excellent gaps and panel fit. The upholstery is in beautiful condition with a VDM 3-spoke wooden-rimmed steering wheel, Veglia instrumentation, and a fire extinguisher. The Borrani RW 4039 7" x 14" alloy wire wheels are mounted to Michelin XWX 205 70 VR14 tires.

No. 07221 was originally delivered by an Italian dealer, V. Antonlini Ossi, to its first owner in Forli, Italy, on May 25, 1966. From 1966 to 1969, the Ferrari Factory Assitenza Clienti in Modena provided service and maintenance to the automobile. According to the documented history report created by Marcel Massini, the 275GTB was exported to California during the 1970s and subsequently passed through a few collectors in Georgia, Oklahoma, and Ohio. 1977, the driveline was rebuilt, and the 275 was painted yellow. Jim Southard advertised it for sale in the Ferrari Market Letter, Volume 3 Number 19, in September 1978 and sold it to Carl Hale in Oklahoma City. In March 1983, Marvin Newman advertised it in the Robb Report magazine. Later, he consigned the vehicle to the European Motor Car Stable, which sold it to Cesare DeFeo in Mt. Vernon, New York.

Under DeFeo's ownership, the 275GTB was among an extensive collection of prestigious Italian cars and was occasionally driven and well-maintained. In 2010, the 275 participated in the Westchester Concorso d' Eleganza. After nearly 31 years of ownership by Cesare DeFeo, European Collectibles was offered the opportunity to purchase the vehicle, and in 2015, the 275 was sold to a local collector in Southern California. Upon acquiring the automobile, the current owner commissioned European Collectibles to perform a bare metal respray to Giallo, which included a comprehensive undercarriage detail. A noted marque specialist, Brooke Betz was commissioned to perform the following: replace the oil temperature sender, rebuild the mechanical fuel pump, and rebuild the water pump.

Ownership History:
1966-1975 - Immobiliare Massino S.p.A.
1975-1976 - Jim Southard
1976-1977 -James Taylor
1977 - FAF Motorcars (Dealer)
1977 - International Motors (Dealer)
1977-1978 - David G. Seibert
1978-1978 - Jim Southard
1978-1978 - Carl Hale
1978-1980 - Leo Gephart
1981-1983 - Marvin Newman
1983-1983 - European Motor Car Stable
1983-2015 - Cesare De Feo
2015-2024 - Current Owner

It is powered by a numbers-matching 3.3L tri-carb V12 engine producing 280hp paired to a period-correct manual 5-speed transmission. Offered with the 275 Ferrari GTS/GTB Parts Catalogue, 275 GTS/GTB owner's manual, 2018 Ferrari Classiche certification - Red Book, Classiche maintenance booklet, 2015 Massini Report, tool roll, spare wheel, and recent service history. This matching-number 275 GTB short-nose is a stunning example, ideal for Ferrari club events, Concours, or any of many vintage rallies.