Lot 283: 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4 Dino

This classic and nowadays much sought-after Ferrari was named after Enzo Ferrari's son Alfredino, who died in 1956, aged 24. Enzo Ferrari credits his son with the inspiration for a series of successful small and medium capacity V6 racing engines built by Ferrari from 1956, and in turn the name was given to a new line of mid-engined production Ferrari V6 coupes which first went on sale in 1969 in two-litre form. The 206 GT was succeded by the 246 in GT (coupe) and GTS (targa) versions.The new 308 GT4 Dino was unveiled at the Paris Salon in October 1973. It was intended as a replacement for the popular 246 GT Dino, but with new 2+2 seating and increased power to compensate for the two main criticisms levelled at its predecessor. In both of these respects the 308 GT4 succeeded admirably; despite the improved and-more comfortable accommodation the overall length of the car was increased by just 10cm whilst the new 8 cylinder engine produced 250bhp compared to the 190bhp V6 unit of the 246 GT Dino. The handling of the new car was also above reproach and to this day the model is praised by collectors of the marque for its driving characteristics.This stunning 1975 example, typically but nonetheless attractively finished in rosso corsa with a black leather interior, is presented in good overall condition, having had some careful attention in 1999 and 2000 by the famous Belgian Ferrari dealer and agent Garage Franchorchamps. The bills for these works are on file and amass to a whopping amount of more than 52,000. Offered with Belgian registration papers, this is a very original and practical entry into the fascinating world of Ferrari ownership.Estimate: 20,000 - 25,000