Category: Ferrari (Page 7 of 9)

PICK OF THE DAY: Track-Ready Ferrari F355 Challenge with Truck and Trailer

May 7, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

Beginning in 1993 with the Ferrari 348, the scuderia supplied its dealers with kits designed to convert their stock road cars to purpose-built machines for the track. This coinciding with a new marque-specific racing series known as the Ferrari Challenge. Though not a formula series, the Challenge kit gave Ferrari 348 owners the opportunity to measure their driving against other owners with cars that were identical in spec (much like the longstanding Porsche Carrera Cup). All subsequent V8 Ferraris up to the current 458 have had their own Challenge series. With significant improvements over the Ferrari 348, the F355 Challenge featured the same 3.5 litre 40-valve v8 as the road car, but that is essentially where the similarities end. The cars were stripped of anything that was unnecessary weight and suppressed horsepower, replaced by a roll-cage, racing seats, free-flow exhausts, Brembo brakes, competition steering rack and wheel, carbon fiber bumpers, and more. By 1998, the factory was supplying the cars as nearly turnkey, with only the carbon rear wing having to be fit by dealers. Although the Challenge Series today is made up of mostly 458s with a few F430s left over, the F355 Challenge is still formidable for SCCA and club events. This example is a complete factory car with all updates including gearbox cooler and new ABS computer. It is said to have been “fanatically maintained” throughout its 24,000-mile racing career and includes two sets of Challenge-spec Speedlines as well as several tire sets for various conditions. To be clear, it is not street legal, but the package includes a very capable 2007 Ford F350 Lariat with 50,000 miles as well as a 20-foot trailer. This is by no means a cheap hobby, but for anyone looking to move beyond autocrosses and gymkhanas, this would offer world-class thrills for less than a fourth of what it would cost to jump in new. With only 108 F355 Challenge are made, they rarely come on the market. Find the whole package here on Craigslist in Deland FL for $95,475.

ON THE BLOCK: Keith Richards Ferrari Dino 246GT Offered with No Reserve at Coy’s Monaco

May 1, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

A 1972 Ferrari Dino 246GT, first owned by the Rolling Stones rock star Keith Richards, is to be sold at no reserve at Coys’ auction in Monaco on Friday 9th May.

The Dino 246 is one of those rare examples that acquired the title of “collector’s car’ almost while still in production. It established itself rapidly as one of the ‘must have’ accessories of the 1970s and gained a fairly star-studded list of owners. This example on offer at Coys’ auction must represent one of the most starry as it was purchased new by the rock and roll legend Keith Richards in California in February 1972.

Already a connoisseur of fine cars by the time he took delivery of this car, Keith kept the Dino for fourteen years until 1986, and in this time he covered over 25,000 miles. He brought it to the UK in 1975 where it was registered to his address in Munro Terrace in Chelsea, London, and assigned the UK registration number GYL 157N.

Accompanying the car is a letter from the Rolling Stones’ manager Alan Dunn confirming Richards’ ownership and mileage up until April 1986. The car has since then spent an extended period in a prestigious Japanese collection.

Chris Routledge, Managing Partner at Coys, said: “A Dino offered at no reserve is rare enough in itself and would make this is a highly desirable and collectible item in its own right, but when one adds to this proven long-term ownership by rock and roll aristocracy, the Keith Richards’s car has to be the ultimate Dino and will surely give any car collector and rock enthusiast a great ‘Satisfaction’!”

The sale will also feature a 1950 Cisitalia Abarth 204 A Spyder, driven by the legendary Italian motorcycle and race car driver Tazio Nuvolari on at least two occasions in 1950. First, he raced it in the April 2nd Targa Florio, where he was sidelined by transmission failure, and then a week later in the April 10th Palermo Monte Pellegrino hillclimb, where he brought it home first in the 1100cc class. This was the final race of Nuvolari’s overwhelmingly diverse and successful career.

This car is one of four two seat Cisitalia 204 A Spyder Corsas taken by Carlo Abarth, which were the basis of Abarth & Co. Srl. This car is Cisitalia chassis number 4 and is the last one built in Italy. It was then assigned chassis number 8 by Abarth in the sequence of 204 A’s built and is the first Abarth, documented by the original Certificate of Origin retained by a museum in Italy. The car is estimated at €1,400,000 to €1,800,000.

The 204 A was designed by Giovanni Savonuzzi with spare botticella style Spyder Corsa coachwork crafted by Carrozzeria Rocco Motto and adaptable to both formula competition and, with bumpers and lights added, as a road going sports car.

Chris Routledge said: “This is an exceptional opportunity to celebrate the most serendipitous gathering of postwar racing and automobile personalities. A car with splendid appearance, impeccable history and tailored to the requirements of “The Flying Mantuan”, Tazio Nuvolari, by a master of Italian speed, Carlo Abarth. Likely to be one of the most historically important sport racing cars, this may be the only opportunity to acquire this icon at auction.”

For further details about this cars and other important lots for sale, please visit www.coys.co.uk

IN THE NEWS: Trident Launches World’s Fastest Diesel Sports Car

April 29, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

London, 29^th April 2014; Trident, the British sports car brand, today announced the global availability of its flagship Iceni sports car, the world’s fastest & most fuel efficient diesel sports car.

With a top speed in excess of over 190mph and the ability to run for 2000 miles on a single tank of mineral or bio-diesel, the Iceni uses torque multiplication technology to achieve this unique combination of speed, power & fuel efficiency.

Two new models to the Iceni range are also unveiled today, the Iceni Magna (fastback) & Iceni Venturer (estate). All three models boast the same impressive spec, each with its own distinctive design. In addition, the cars can store a minimum of two suitcases, as well as two holdalls, making a 2000-mile road trip a reality.

Phil Bevan, designer & founder of Trident said, “The Trident cars deliver incredible speed & performance combined with outstanding fuel efficiency, achieved through our unique torque multiplication technology.”

It is widely believed that horsepower delivers power, speed & fuel efficiency, but it is in fact torque that matters. Using this technology in a road car increases fuel efficiency by up to 20%. Trident has patented a unique way of utilising torque multiplication to improve performance and efficiency, which has been incorporated into all their sports cars.

The British designed Trident sports cars boast a distinctive look, with clean curves and the unusual sculpted rear. The cars also incorporate over thirty-nine bespoke, designed & manufactured components, including independent control of each car seat and oculight roof. In addition, every Iceni can be built to specific customer spec, ensuring a truly unique driving experience.

Daniel Monaghan, co-founder of Trident said, “We have worked extremely hard to reach this point & the whole Trident team is thrilled to be bringing the world’s most fuel-efficient diesel sports cars to market.”

The three Iceni sports cars are available to buy globally with prices starting from £96,000. With limited availability and a pre-launch waiting list, the three models are already in high demand across the globe.

If you’re interested in buying a Trident sports car please contact Trident direct, sales@trident-vehicles.co.uk or 01760 723866

PICK OF THE DAY: Classiche Certified Ferrari 288 GTO

April 17, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

Ferrari factory Classiche certified with books, tools and service records. Car now in Tokyo, ex Switzerland and France. Swiss taxes paid. Superb example, extremely well cared for from day one. Power windows and working air conditioning. Accident-free example looks almost new with show quality repaint by Zanasi. Easily accessible to inspect. HISTORY: 2/1985, New to Crepaldi, authorized Ferrari dealer in Milano, Italy. 9/2001. To second owner in France and registered in France. 2012 Offered by Garage Zenith SA in Swiss. Classiche certified 9/2012, Sold and shipped to Japan. Prior to delivery, comprehensive maintenance performed with invoice 20,000+CF, plus new set of Michelin tires mounted. 10/2013. Registered road legal in Japan with the transportation authority. Car driven 2,000 km since major service. A superb example to show and enjoy, as it is one of the truly great driver’s Ferraris. Find it here on Hemmings for $1,795,000 with offers being taken.

PICK OF THE DAY: Freshly Serviced Two-Owner 1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi for $25,000

February 21, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi. very nice 2-owner 36,000 miles. very good condition. recent timing belt service. excellent paint and new leather seat upholstery. runs great. price is firm and not really interested in a trade. Please put 308 as title of email, and if [ad] is up car is still for sale. thanks

PLEASE BE REAL: $58,000 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

February 21, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

The 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS has a black interior with a minor tear on the driver seat.The car was Originally Fly Yellow and was painted to Red in the 80’s when everyone wanted a Red Ferrari. The car comes complete with Books, Records, Tool Kit, Extra Steering Wheel and the original drive out tag from FAF. This is a smoke-free automobile.There are no signs of prior damage on this vehicle.There is no damage evident on this vehicle.There are no noticeable dings on the exterior of this vehicle.This is a garage kept vehicle.This vehicle has a smooth shifting transmission. The engine on this vehicle is running properly. All power equipment is functioning properly. This vehicle has no known defects. The exterior of this vehicle is extra clean. Extra clean interior. [65,000 original miles].

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IN THE NEWS: Enzo Ferrari Museum Opens in Modena

February 18, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

Modena, 18 February – The new Enzo Ferrari Museum (MEF) was opened today in Modena by Luca di Montezemolo and Piero Ferrari, the son of the man who started off the amazing story of a marque recognised today as the strongest in the world.

The choice of 18 February for the reopening of the MEF was in recognition of the anniversary of Enzo Ferrari’s birth on 18 February 1898.

The new life of the spectacular museum has begun with the large and beautiful main wing: here, as well as seeing the most important cars in the history of the Ferrari driver, constructor and creator of the Scuderia, you go into a veritable “time machine” that will take visitors through 100 years of history via multiple projections that will immerse the public in images, sounds and emotions. The 18 projectors weave together the history of Modena motoring, the story of Enzo Ferrari and his deeds and the world in which it all happened.

Art, technology, design, battles and new hopes make up the setting for the triumphs of the great drivers and the most outstanding scarlet cars.

The MEF, which has been entrusted to Ferrari by the Foundation owning the building – made up of the Modena institutions: Commune, Province, Chamber of Commerce and Automobile Club, with the significant support of the Cassa di Risparmio Foundation – further enriches the area’s attractions that are already numerous, starting with the Ferrari Museum in Maranello.

From today the two Ferrari museums, which are open every day of the year except for Christmas and the New Year, complement each other in a perfect way: in Modena there’s the story of the man who created everything and the cars of his time. In Maranello there’s the Ferrari of today and tomorrow, presented via a past of success on the track and the roads.

PICK OF THE DAY: Blue-Chip 1989 Ferrari Testarossa with Under 10,000 Miles

February 17, 2014 / moto+match / 0 Comments

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

This exceptional Euro-Spec example of the Ferrari iconic 1980s supercar, with only one owner and only 9,800 miles (15,000 kilometers) this is one of the finest examples of the Testarossa. This car is exceptional in every way! The interior is fresh, the leather and seats are in excellent condition, the paint is excellent. Everything about this car is essentailly perfect. Timing belts were replaced 300 miles ago.Power for the Testarossa comes from a mid-mounted, 4.9-liter, 48-valve, flat-12, which produces 380 horsepower and 361 ft-lb of torque, enough to propel the car to 60 mph in just over five seconds and on to a top speed just shy of 180 mph. A five-speed gearbox puts all that power to the rear wheels, and suspension is independent all around, with unequal-length upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, hydraulic shocks, and anti-roll bars. Big ventilated disc brakes completed the mechanical package.This car was imported and serviced by noted Ferrari technician Terry Myr in 1989. The car comes with all service records, import and DOT records, tool kit, jack and books. VIN ZFFAA17T0G0079649 Asking $73,000.00

ON FILM: “Born of a Blue Sky” Recounts 18th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance

May 7, 2013 / moto+match / 0 Comments

Born of a Blue Sky from LetsMakeMedia on Vimeo.

“Born of a Blue Sky has the same sort of visual presence as an impressionist painting,” said Bill Warner, Chairman and Founder of The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. “The video captures that special quality of light Amelia Island has on an early spring morning that makes classic and thoroughbred cars look spectacular.”

Filmmaker Justin Lapriore has condensed the 18th Annual Amelia Island Concours into a fluid series of impressions of the entire week from a personal, ground level perspective. The seminars, driving events and the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Porsche 911, Ford’s GT40, Lamborghini and the Corvette Stingray are shown as spectators see them on the Concours’ field.

“The video doesn’t simply focus only on the cars; it also shows the people of ‘The Amelia’ and their relationship with the cars and each other,” said Warner. “That’s what makes Born of a Blue Sky so special and compelling; I hope this is how everyone remembers the 2013 Amelia Concours.”

ON THE BLOCK: “Enzo’s Favourite” 1964 330GT Series 1 at Silverstone

April 26, 2013 / moto+match / 0 Comments

A 1964 Ferrari 330GT Series 1, once described by Enzo Ferrari himself as his favourite model, will be one of the star lots being offered by Silverstone Auctions at its next sale on 17th May.

Yet it’s not hard to see why it caught the eye and captured the heart of Enzo as elegance mated with power and performance made sure the 330GT was always destined for greatness.

Estimated at between £95,000 to £110,000, a world-class car needs a world-class surrounding when it’s being offered for sale, so the ultra-modern Wing building at Silverstone race track is more than fitting.

Here, bidders and admirers will be able to view the car in-the-metal before the auction starts, possibly paying close attention to the stunning Ferrari Blu Pozzi paintwork, shimmering chrome work or simply the original Borrani wheels!

However, there’s much to enjoy about this left-hand drive model that was imported back from the US to the UK in 2002, when it was then owned by an engineer who made sure it was properly maintained and wanted for nothing.

More recently in its current ownership it has benefitted from a strip and re-spray, no doubt which would have had the seal of approval from Enzo himself.

Other Ferrari’s also at the Silverstone Auctions sale include a 1986 Testarossa estimated at between £50,000 to £60,000, a 1974 Dino 308 GT4, estimated at between £19,000 to £23,000, a 1994 348 Spider, estimated at between £27,000 to £32,000 and a 1988 412i, estimated at between £15,000 to £20,000.

For more information about the 1964 Ferrari 330GT Series 1, or for any of the other lots being offered at Silverstone on 17th May, then visit www.silverstoneauctions.com.