1964 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series IChassis no. 5973Engine no. 5973

1964 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series ICoachwork by PininfarinaChassis no. 5973Engine no. 5973
3,967cc SOHC V12 Engine3 Weber Carburetors300bhp at 7,000rpm4-Speed Manual Transmission with OverdriveFront Independent Suspension - Live Rear Axle4-Wheel Disc Brakes*Offered with books, tools and Massini Report*Exquisite, nut-and-bolt restoration performed by Steve Babinsky *Matching numbers, Platinum Award winning example*Delivered new through Luigi Chinetti to the North American Market*Stunning, period-correct livery of Verde Pinot over Caramel *Offered with tools and Massini reportTHE FERRARI 330 GTIntroduced in January 1964, the 330 GT 2+2 was based on the preceding 250 GTE 2+2, Ferrari's first four-seater road car. Pininfarina was once again entrusted with the styling, adopting a four-headlamp frontal treatment that reflected the tastes of Ferrari's most important export market, the USA. The 'Series 1' 330 GT has become truly evocative of 1960s fashion, lauded both for its individuality and Pininfarina's purity of design. Like its predecessor, the 330 GT employed a tubular chassis; the newcomer's though, was 50mm longer in the wheelbase, 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 front and rear. The 330's Colombo-type, 60-degree, V12 engine had first appeared in the 330 America (effectively a re-engined 250 GTE 2+2) in 1963. Displacing 3,967cc, the overhead cam all-alloy unit was good for 300-plus horsepower at 6,600rpm, an output sufficient to propel the 330 GT to a maximum velocity of 152mph (245km/h) making it, when introduced, the fastest road-going Ferrari. Built alongside the ultra-exclusive Superamerica models, the 330 GT was Ferrari's ultimate grand tourer for the sophisticated client during the era known in Europe as 'La Dolce Vita'. A favorite of Enzo Ferrari, these fine motorcars cost more than the contemporary 275 GTB. THE MOTORCAR OFFEREDAccording to respected Ferrari historian Marcel Massini, chassis number 5973 was conceived at the Pininfarina coachworks during the Spring of 1964 as first-series 330 GT. The finished Azzurro blue body with matching blue leather hides was then shipped to the Ferrari factory in Maranello, where it was completed in June of 1964. 5973 was the 181st example completed in the series, and received US-market equipment, seat belts and overdrive transmission. Originally supplied new to the USA and Luigi Chinetti Motors, 5973 was sold in the latter half of 1964 to the first owner, a gentleman by the name of Mr. Fazio, resident of New York, NY. By July of 1973, the 330 GT had migrated to California, where it was in the hands of a Mr. Daniel J. Plebanek for a short amount of time, before being purchased by Mr. Charles M. Holder of Kalamazoo, Michigan. 5973 was later acquired by the consignor, a Philadelphia-based collector of exceptional collectors' motorcars of all eras. While in his care, the 330 GT has been treated to a complete, nut-and-bolt restoration by renowned New Jersey-based Automotive Restorations headed by Mr. Steve Babinsky. The work was carried out to the highest possible standards, with an eye for the fine details. The result is exceptionally good, with the Pininfarina bodywork finished in a rich Pinot Verde Dark Green color, and the interior appointed in plush new caramel-colored leather; a combination that is both understated and classy, as well as accenting the chrome trim and overall design of the elegant Coupe. Of course, it is mounted with desirable chrome Borrani wire wheels, fitted with period-correct Pirelli tires. On completion, 330 GT chassis 5973 was showcased at the world famous Cavallino Classic, and later at the Ferrari Concours in Skipjack, PA, where it scored the FCA Platinum honors. This tremendous 330 GT is restored to the absolute highest level and is offered with owner's manuals as well as comprehensive history file including Marcel Massini's report. Superbly presented through and through, 5973 must be the best restored 330 GT on the market today.