Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 'Series 1', 1965
Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series I
Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series I•
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Chassis No.: 06929
Engine No.: 06929
€230,000 EUR | Sold
- Rare 'interim' model, one of only 124 built
- Believed to be the first example to be fitted with the 5-speed gearbox from new
- Matching numbers engine
- Presented in its original colour scheme of Grigio Argento over Nero
- Extensively restored
The 250 GTE provided the basis for its replacement: the 330 GT 2+2 introduced in January 1964. Pininfarina was once again entrusted with the styling, adopting of a four-headlamp frontal treatment that reflected the tastes of Ferrari's most important export market, the USA. The 330 GT's tubular chassis was 50mm longer in the wheelbase than before, which made conditions less cramped for the rear passengers. Suspension was independent at the front by wishbones and coil springs, while at the back there was a live axle/semi-elliptic set-up. Improvements to the discs-all-round braking system saw separate hydraulic circuits adopted for front and rear.
Nevertheless, and as may be deduced from Sporting Motorist's comments above, Ferrari had not lost sight of the requirement to offered the ultimate driving experience, despite the increase in bulk necessitated by the 330 GT's additional accommodation.
The 330 GT's Colombo-type, 60-degree, V12 engine had first appeared in the 330 America (effectively a big-bore 250 GTE 2+2) in 1963. Displacing 3,967cc, the single-overhead-camshaft, all-alloy unit was good for 300-plus horsepower, an output sufficient to propel the 330 GT to a maximum velocity of 245km/h making it, when introduced, the fastest road-going Ferrari. Equipped at first with a four-speeds-plus-overdrive gearbox, the 330 GT gained a five-speed transmission in mid-1965 and later that year had its four-headlight front end replaced by a two-lamp arrangement, these later cars being known as the 'Series 2'.
Although a four-headlight 'chinese eyes' Series 1, this matching-numbers (chassis, engine) 330 GT 2+2 has had a five-speed gearbox from new and is believed to be the first car to have that Series 2 feature (as listed on the 330 GT registry). Chassis 06929 is one of only 124 Series 1 examples built in 1965, and regarded as an interim model, fitted with the then new 5 speed transmission rather than the 4 speed with overdrive. Other mechanical changes were made at the same time including having the pedal box mounted from above (so called hanging pedals) rather than on the floorboard. This eliminated a major source of rust problems.
The dual Bonaldi brake boosters were replaced with a single Dunlop booster. Clutch actuation went from mechanical to hydraulic. A total of 124 examples of this interim model were produced (115 left-hand drive and 9 right-hand drive).
Built to European specification, '06929' was originally finished in Grigio Argento with Nero leather interior. The Ferrari was completed in April 1965 and delivered that same month to the official importer Franco-Britannic Autos Ltd in Paris, France. Later in 1965 the car was sold to its first owner, a Mr Pillin of Paris, who had it maintained by Charles Pozzi SA in Paris. The Ferrari's subsequent ownership history is not known, but it is believed that it remained in private hands in France for many years. At some time it was repainted in red and re-trimmed in black leather. Interestingly, the matching-numbers engine shows 'MB' stamped next to the number.
In the 1960s-1970s this was a not uncommon practice among French Ferrari mechanics working at Pozzi, the French Ferrari importer, who would add their initials after having worked on the block (confirmed by Ferrari historian Marcel Massini).
In October 2011, '06929' was sold to Belgium. The owner was a passionate collector who undertook the task of having his 330 GT 2+2 professionally restored, including a repaint in original Grigio Argento. Although no invoices are available, one can see the fine quality of the work which is documented by a restoration photo book. Sadly, the owner passed away recently. Since the aforementioned extensive restoration of this lovely 'Chinese eyes' 330 GT 2+2 only very few kilometres have been travelled.
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