Lot 111: 1972 Ferrari 246 GTB 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 coups which first went on sale in 1969 in two-litre form. The definitive 246 Dino, with its 2.4 litre V6, appeared in late 1969 and fewer than 4,000 were built before introduction of the slightly larger, and completely restyled V8 engined 308 Dino in 1973.The delightful bodywork was designed by Pininfarina and was built in steel by Scaglietti. It covered a straightforward chassis of tubular steel which carried wishbone independent suspension at each corner. The compact engine, with four chain-driven overhead camshafts, was mounted transversely above the five-speed gearbox and just ahead of the rear axle line allowing both a comfortable cockpit and usable boot space. With its flexible engine, uncomplicated chassis and outstanding handling, the 246 Dino is a car to combine the best of both worlds; performance and practicality.The Dino offered here is finished in Grigio Silver with Black interior and is described by the vendor to be in excellent condition.AUF 143K has only covered 44,000 miles and has benefited from a restoration that was completed in 2000. The car comes with an extensive service history with bills and receipts dating back to the early 1970's. It will be supplied with a new MoT certificate and is on the button and ready to be enjoyed by the next fortunate owner.