1964 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series I

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The Ferrari 330 GT2+2 was Manufactured between 1964 and 1967, this elegant new model replaced Ferraris first 2+2 the iconic 250 GTE.Two versions of the model 330 GT were production and appropriately named series l and series ll.
Enzo Ferrari commissioned Pininfarina to fabricate the new models coachwork, crafted from steel with some aluminium body parts Pininfarina created one of the most talk about production cars of the mid 60,s. Designed with twin headlights which are neatly sculptured into either wing, this distinctive feature earned the 330GT a new name, and is still referred to, as the Chinese Eye Today.

Enzo Ferrari’s objective was to develop the world’s most luxurious grand tourer and with the help of Pininfarina this was achieved.

The Tipo 209 V12 engine which dated back to 1947 was once again installed, Front Mounted this 4 litre V12 had provided Ferrari with previous success. Using the same setup as the 330GT America this 3967cc produced an impressive effortless 300BHP at 6600rpm and powered this grand tourer from zero to sixty in 6.3 seconds. A four speed gearbox with electronic overdrive was fitted but by spring 1965 Ferrari had developed a new five speed gearbox which was fitted to the 330GT until production ended

The Chassis a steel tubular design came from the 250 GTE development days, some changes and improvement were made by Ferrari. To improve handling and stability, Ferrari fitted Koni adjustable shock absorbers and extending the wheelbase by 50mm.



The 330 GT 2+2 Series l was unveiled during Ferrari’s annual press conference in January 1964. Later that month series l made its debut at the Brussels motor show, The Interior majestically finished to a luxury standard with fully connolised leather, available in an array of colours. Separating the highly cushioned front seats is the leather centre console and home to the legendry silver prancing horse ash tray. The 330 GT came standard with Borrani wire wheels, teak veneered dash facia, and the iconic and classic Ferrari three spoke wooden rimmed steering wheel. Luxury has not been lost for the rear occupants who were provided with highly cushioned individual seating and generous amounts of leg room.

The Ferrari 330GT 2+2 Series l offered luxury, comfort, and speed. The series l with its 4 litre V12 Tipo 209 engine Is capable of 150 mph and with improvements to the chassis, the 330 GT 2+2 is the best balanced of all 2+2 Ferrari V12,s Produced. The 330 GT models are very much less demanding and forgiving than the two seater V12 cars and were designed for luxurious and comfortable driving pleasure. Production of the series l continued until mid 1965 when the introduction of the series ll model was unveiled.

 A total of around 500 four speed, series l cars were produced with serial numbers ranging from 5263 to 6911 and around 123 five speed models with serial numbers ranging from 6921 to 7547. With only 44 UK right hand drive produced these cars were a rare sight.


In today’s Market With the 2 seater 330/365GTC’s ranging from £130k to £225k these 330 GT 2+2 Pininfarina Coupes represent a sound investment with grand touring and 300bhp at your disposal thing just don’t get better.

We found This Stunning Example for sale at Simon Furlonger Specialist Cars

This Cars has a wonderful providence.
 
The 330GT 2+2 Series l is one of 44 original UK right hand drive cars ordered new from Maranello concessionaires by the first owner in Kent England on the 9th July 1964 and consequently invoiced to Maranello from SEFAC Ferrari factory Modena on 28th August 1964 in metallic blue(20.454) with grey VM3230 hide and chrome wire wheels.

Since then several owners have enjoyed this car and there is a huge history file incorporating original correspondence with the factory and Maranello, old mot’s, original 330 handbook, many job sheets relating to works carried out whilst the car was in stock at Modena and then relating to works carried out whilst in storage and recently a wealth of invoices from marque specialist Terry Hoyle and detailed photographic records of a back to metal repaint.

The penultimate owner was Mr Al-fayed who purchased the Ferrari dealer Modena Engineering in East Horsley along with all the stock, there lies another story. The cars were put into storage in Dec1989 at Mr Al-fayed’s house and there they remained until June 2004 when the collection was auctioned by Christies. Since then the car has been restored back to its original blue with grey colour scheme. The car has been serviced and some attention has been given to the gearbox.

This car is currently for sale priced £89,990

For More Details on this stunning Ferrari 330 GT please contact +44 (0) 1233 646328

Simon Furlonger Specialist Cars       Ashford     Kent       

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