Description
This 1961 Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Cabriolet was built in 1961 and sold new to its first owner in Tivoli, Rome, Italy. It retains its matching numbers and full ownership history since its creation. This example is equipped with its original, factory hardtop!
Exported to the United States, it remained owned until 1986 by a Ferrari enthusiast from Florida. Returning to Italy in 1986, it was shipped to Livorno for its new owner, who kept it until 2013. Between 1987 and 1988 it was restored in Milan. The restoration invoices are still available.
The car stayed in Italy until 2013, when it was acquired by VSOC for its current Dutch owner. Over the last 12 years, this Ferrari has been part of an important Ferrari collection.
This magnificent and rare car is accompanied by a well-documented history, including its technical data sheet ‘Foglio Montaggio’ (build sheet), an interesting read, the Ferrari Classiche certificate, ownership documents, ACI papers and the restoration invoices.
The engine is powerful and the gear changes are very smooth. With the four-speed overdrive, the car can cruise at speed all day. Ferrari has confirmed that all original and matching numbers are identical. The car is registered in the Netherlands.
There is nothing quite like the experience of driving a classic 12-cylinder open-top Ferrari. After 12 years in the current collection, this car is ready to welcome a new, enthusiastic owner and is simply begging to be driven!
Price: €1, 150, 000.
It should be noted that this car has been certified by Ferrari Classiche and still retains its engine, gearbox, etc., in matching numbers. Do not hesitate to request more information or photos if needed.
Very Superior Old Cars is a classic concours and advisory firm specialising in classic sports cars, founded in 1992. We work for our clients, guiding them in all their automotive projects—from acquisition and restoration to management, and private sales in our art gallery. VSOC is ideally located between Amsterdam and The Hague, just 17 km from Schiphol Airport. We present a wide selection of classic sports cars in very good or excellent condition, ranging from beautiful, affordable sports cars to rare and valuable collectibles. If you’d like to visit us in the Netherlands, we recommend making an appointment so we can give you a privileged moment. If you arrive by plane or train, we’ll be happy to pick you up at the airport or station. In addition to Dutch, we speak English, German, French and Italian.
Model history
Ferrari enjoyed resounding success in the 1950s with the 250 series, road and racing cars. The 250 series, the marque’s most successful early line, comprised many variants and was characterised by the use of Lampredi- or Colombo-designed 3-litre V12 engines.
The Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Cabriolet is one of the true Grand Tourers. Not particularly sporty, but very elegant. The later models, equipped with overdrive, disc brakes and telescopic shock absorbers, are especially admired. Only 204 Series II examples were produced.
With its timeless, elegant design, the Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Cabriolet was—and remains—one of the most desirable cars of its era.
