Lot 221: 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2

With the intention of competing in the worldwide luxury car market, Ferrari introduced the totally new 365 GT 2+2 at the Paris Salon in October 1967. It bore a strong resemblance to both the 330 GTC Special built for Belgium's Princess de Rethy and to the famous 500 Superfast. The car was a technical triumph. It was the first 2+2 Ferrari to have four wheel independent suspensions, which also featured a hydro-pneumatic self levelling system. Power steering and air conditioning were standard, whilst excellent insulation from noise and vibration was achieved by stabilizing the engine, gearbox and rear axle casing in one unit and mounting it all at four points on special rubber bushes. The engine itself was the new Type 245, with a displacement of 4.4 litres, single overhead camshafts and three Weber carburetors, producing 320 bhp at 6,600 r.p.m. The car was indeed no slouch - with a top speed of 152 m.p.h., it could achieve 0-60 m.p.h. and 0-120 m.p.h. times of 7.2 seconds and 26.2 seconds respectively. During the three years of its production, only 800 examples of the 365 GT 2+2 were produced, yet nonetheless it is regarded as one of Ferrari's most successful luxury models ever made. Its everlasting good looks, effortless performance and remarkable practicality make it an excellent choice for the Ferrari collector.This car was, until recently, in the hands of its original owner, a prominent Turin industrialist. It is remarkable for the fact that in his hands, the car only covered 60,000 kilometers and the mileage now stands at 68,000. It is finished in an attractive and unusual combination of dark metallic grey with a contrasting cream leather interior. Other than a recent quality repaints costing over Euros 15,000, the cars presents itself in a wonderfully preserved original condition. All of the interior fixtures and fittings are factory fresh (rare for this model). The chrome and paint are equally impeccable. The car starts 'on the button' with no smoke and everything works as it should. In the words of the current owner, 'the best driving Ferrari he has ever possessed'. With the escalating cost of other Ferrari models, the often overlooked 356 GT 2+2 is a practical and comfortable Ferrari and with power steering and room for the family. Grand touring has never been so accessible.Cette Ferrari est décrite par son actuel propriétaire comme etant " la meilleure Ferrari qu'il est conduit ". Avec les prix souvent impressionant de Ferrari, ce modele est souvent oubliée, et représente une superbe et confortable voiture, idéale meme pour une famille. Elle démmare et ronronne comme un petit bijou.