Chassis 13611
- Desirable early-production example with the coveted full-length
Plexiglas nose and auxiliary marker lights
- Recently serviced, including carburetor synchronization,
ignition tuning, fluid service, and additional mechanical
sorting
- Delivered new to Ferrari importer Contak in South Africa in
July 1970
- Matching-numbers Colombo 4.4-liter V-12 with six Weber
carburetors and a five-speed transaxle
- Accompanied by books, manuals, a binder of documentation and
photographs, and a car cover
Among the greatest grand touring automobiles ever produced, the
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona represented the pinnacle of Maranello's
front-engine V-12 lineage. Introduced at the 1968 Paris Salon, it
combined breathtaking Pininfarina styling with a race-bred
4.4-liter Colombo V-12, six Weber carburetors, and a rear-mounted
five-speed transaxle to create one of the fastest production
automobiles of its era. Effortlessly capable of sustained
high-speed touring while remaining remarkably tractable on ordinary
roads, the Daytona embodied Ferrari's philosophy of blending
competition-derived engineering with refined grand touring. Just
1,284 coupes were built between 1968 and 1973, ensuring its place
among the marque's most coveted road cars.
Offered here is chassis 13611, an early left-hand-drive example
completed in July 1970 and delivered new to Ferrari importer Contak
in South Africa. As an early-production Daytona, it retains several
desirable features unique to the model's first years, including the
distinctive full-length Plexiglas nose and additional marker lights
positioned above the front bumper corners. Power comes from its
matching-numbered 4,390cc Colombo V-12 (engine no. 1016), breathing
through six Weber twin-choke carburetors and paired with its
corresponding five-speed transaxle (gearbox no. 251), while the
Scaglietti-built body (no. 246) remains one of the most elegant
expressions of Pininfarina's design language.
Today, the Daytona presents as an attractive, well-maintained
driver's example. Originally finished in Argento 106-E-1 Daytona,
it was refinished in Rosso earlier in its life, and the older
repaint now exhibits the light wear and minor imperfections
expected of a Ferrari that has been enjoyed on the road rather than
preserved as a static showpiece. The black leather interior is
similarly well presented, displaying an appealing patina with
normal signs of use consistent with its age. Rather than detracting
from the car's appeal, these honest cosmetic characteristics
underscore its suitability as a grand touring Ferrari that invites
regular enjoyment.
More importantly, this Daytona has recently benefited from
comprehensive mechanical attention to ensure it performs as
intended. The six Weber carburetors have been carefully
synchronized and tuned, the ignition system serviced and adjusted,
and other routine maintenance completed. The result is a Daytona
that starts eagerly, pulls with tremendous urgency through the rev
range, and delivers the effortless high-speed character for which
these Colombo-powered grand tourers are celebrated. Rather than a
static showpiece, this is a Ferrari prepared to be enjoyed on
rallies, tours, and open roads.
Today, the 365 GTB/4 remains one of Ferrari's defining road cars,
revered as much for its exhilarating performance as for its
timeless styling. Retaining its coveted early Plexiglas nose,
documented history, and matching-numbered engine, this example
offers an exceptional opportunity to experience one of Maranello's
greatest grand touring automobiles as it was intended. Freshly
serviced and beautifully presented, it is equally rewarding on
vintage touring events, spirited weekend drives, or as a
distinguished addition to any Ferrari collection.
Offers welcome and trades considered.
