For Sale at Auction: 1984 Ferrari 512 BBI in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chassis No. ZFFJA09B000048661
Engine No. 00750
Transmission No. 746

Angular, modern, and imposing, Ferrari's 512 BB carried forward the groundbreaking mid-engine Berlinetta Boxer concept first launched with the 365 GT4 BB in 1971. With its enlarged 5.0-liter flat-twelve, refined aerodynamics, and improved drivability, it laid the foundation for the final and most advanced evolution of the line. The 512 BBi that debuted in 1981 served as the model's final evolution, with the "i" in its name indicating its Bosch K-Jetronic CIS fuel-injection system-still a relatively new technology for anyone, let alone Ferrari.

Aside from the model's first application of fuel injection, the 512 BBi's Tipo F110 A engine boasts dry-sump lubrication to prevent oil starvation in the kind of aggressive cornering that Ferrari had in mind for its mid-engine model. The gated five-speed manual transmission was, by the 512 BBi's early 1980s introduction, a Ferrari institution. The 512 BBi also gained subtle but meaningful styling modifications intended to enhance its aerodynamic performance. Benefitting from modern conveniences such as power-operated windows, remote electric exterior mirrors, air conditioning, and multi-adjustable seats with headrests, the 512 BBi has a deserved reputation for being the most comfortable and livable of its breed.

Delivered to Autoexp� GmbH near Stuttgart, Germany, this Rosso Corsa (300) Senza Strisce Nere (without black lower bodywork) over Nero leather 512 BBi was built in December 1983 and thus is among the last examples produced. After spending time in Germany and Japan, the car was imported to the U.S. in 2014. Today, the Pininfarina-penned 512 BBi presents in exceptionally correct condition, down to the unique Michelin TRX tires that wrap around its quintessential five-spoke Cromodora alloy wheels with chrome triple-ear knock-offs. The car also retains its svelte European-market bumpers with correct lighting throughout extending to the small repeater lamps mounted just ahead of the front wheel arches. Inside, the black leather-upholstered cabin shows little sign of use. Features such as the Ferrari-badged Pioneer graphic equalizer cassette player remain present. The bold, easy-to-read Veglia odometer displays a mere 19,938 kilometers at the time of cataloging.

This 512 BBi was subjected to a thorough Ferrari Classiche certification, which was subsequently completed in April of 2018. The included Classiche "Red Book" notes that the chassis, engine (serial number 00750), transmission (serial number 746), and body are the original, matching-numbers components corresponding with Ferrari factory records. Most recently, a major, nearly $30,000 service performed by the vaunted Gran Touring Classics of Long Beach, California, in July 2024 included an engine-out service reseal extending to the head gaskets as well as cooling system, fuel injection, and ignition components. As a result, this 512 BBi has been thoroughly refreshed with an up-to-date service.

This significant 512 BBi is one of the marque's last truly hand-built models and is both a link to the brand's mid-ship Boxer-engine past and its fuel-injected future. Presented in ready-to-enjoy condition with a recent service, factory Classiche certification, and a mere 19,938 kilometers at cataloging, chassis number 48661 offers an excellent opportunity to acquire one of finest examples of Maranello's iconic and collectible Berlinetta Boxers.