Classiche-Certified 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1972
- Make: Ferrari
- Model: Dino 246 GT
- VIN: 04382
- Mileage Shown: 56,000mi (5-digit odometer)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Rosso Chiaro
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Hudson, NH 03051
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0055019
FLASH SALE 50% off buyers' premium for this vehicle: A series of mid-engine V6 sports cars named in honor of Enzo Ferrari’s late son, the Dino was produced by Ferrari under a separate marque from 1967 until 1974. The original Dino 206 model was replaced by the 246 version in 1969, featuring a longer wheelbase, a revised interior, and a more powerful 2.4-liter V6 engine with Dinoplex ignition. This 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT, chassis number 04382, was completed on 10 November 1972, and finished in classic Rosso Chiaro over Pelle Beige leather. It was originally sold from Steve Griswold & Co. in Berkeley, California, and remained with its first owner in San Mateo until at least 1989. The car was registered in California until it was relocated to Canada in 2021. Later that year, this Dino underwent a mechanical restoration carried out by Ferrari Classiche-Certified technicians at a cost of nearly $80k, allowing the car to earn Ferrari’s Classiche Certification in January 2023. As previously listed on PCARMARKET, this numbers matching Dino 246 GT is now being offered for auction out of New Hampshire accompanied by the original owner’s manuals, toolkit, spare tire, and Ferrari Classiche Red Book.
Designed by Aldo Brovarone and Leonardo Fioravanti at Pininfarina, the Dino was built by Carrozzeria Scaglietti in Maranello, Italy. This 1972 example is one of 1,431 series III (E-series) GT coupes produced between 1971 and 1974. It remains finished in its original color of Rosso Chiaro and rides on factory five-bolt 14” Cromodora alloy wheels. The car’s exterior chrome trim was refinished during the refurbishment in 2021 along with the brake calipers and underbody panels. The exterior underwent a paint correction and 5-year ceramic coating treatment in 2024, and the windshield is preserved by a layer of protective film. The seller notes the tires are approximately 10 years old, although they appear to be in good condition. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The cabin is appointed with Pelle Beige leather upholstery and matching carpets. Accessories include fixed-back bucket seats, a black leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel, a gated shifter assembly, power windows, air conditioning, Veglia Borletti instrument dials, and a Blaupunkt AM/FM radio. The refurbishment in 2021 included replacements of the shifter and A/C blower motors. The seller has not confirmed the functionality of the radio.
Rated at 195 HP, the mid-mounted 2.4-liter Dino 65° V6 engine features dual overhead camshafts with two valves per cylinder, Magneti Marelli Dinoplex ignition, and triple two-barrel Weber carburetors. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transaxle. The suspension includes unequal-length A-arms, coilover shocks, and anti-roll bars front and rear. Stopping power is derived from vacuum-assisted disc brakes at each corner. Items included in the 2021 mechanical restoration included a new radiator, thermostat, gaskets, and wiring.
This sale will include owner’s manuals, a toolkit, a spare tire, and a Ferrari Classiche Red Book. Additionally, this example is part of a FLASH SALE, offering a 50% discount on the buyer's premium for this vehicle. This offer is valid until the auction closes and will not extend into Dealtank.
The seller would like you to know: “This car will provide miles of smiles. Loads of fun on any twisty back roads and will have no problems cruising at today's interstate highway speeds.”
Comments (19)
@dino70089 & @siramed
Thank you both for your info about the Red Line oil and YouTube video. If the car does not sell, I'll be sure to take your advice come spring...another 6 weeks for me...lol.
Red Line MTL will solve the cold 2-3, 3-2 gear shift problem...it certainly did for my 71 Dino.
Bid in the amount of $260,000
@jerrysmalley Thanks for your interest and questions.
I do not have service records beyond what is shown here in this listing so I can not state as fact about paintwork. I do believe the car has been repainted, but decades ago. What you are seeing in picture 12 isn't paint shade differences. The photo and video shoot took place on a cold cloudy day with some periods where the sun would pop out briefly. If you look above at the stills of the walk-around video and compare it with the photos immediately to the right it would seem like they are of 2 different cars. As for picture 68, the photographer's purpose was to obtain a clear shot of the glass codes. She had to open the door just slightly. You can see the door isn't fully closed in picture #69.
In photo 12 the door looks to be a different color. Has the car had paint work? Repaint?
In photo 68 the door seems to fit incorrectly???
I love this Dino, so much to like here; from the original emissions components, proper fasteners and many SERFLEX hose clamps, so that the new owner could go several directions as they wish.
20F is COLD ambient temp - living in Arizona I forget others see those temps and that does require a long warm up.
The OEM A/C is fine as it is, although I added a modern SPAL ventilation fan and made a manifold so all 5 vents get A/C
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-GTtTDhDok
@SIRAMED Thanks for your additional comments. Yes, I'm not used to shifting at 5k rpm. Most of my cars are big old V8 American muscle that need to be shifted at 2k rpm. Maybe if the car doesn't sell I'll figure out to to drive it better in the spring, then enjoy it more.
Change the gear oil to Redline 75W90NS and shift much higher then I'll bet you resolve any issue. It may sound fearful like an F2 scream but the Dino actually loves driving at 5000+ rpm. I bought a 328 last year and EVERYthing shifts at much lower RPMS. Surprisingly I actually don't care for the 328 as much as I thought I would and found out that I truly crave the high rev'ing Dino everytime. The 328 just has no drama or connection like a Dino. My opinion only
$2800 in all plumbed parts and I made my A/C fully functional and Concours correct. Tuning requires tools but there are only 4 hoses in the Dino A/C system and when tuned it is literally enough cooling for a Mini van (14 degrees F of SuperHeat absorption)
I think Brit is about $200k low on that estimate. The Emissions equipment is intact, the rare A/C option is present with OEM hardware and that gorgeous interior and paint could easily make this a serious Concours contender
@SIRAMED
Thanks for your interest and your question and comments. The A/C does actually does work, just not well by today's standards. I'd recommend to any buyer living in a warm climate with intention to drive regularly to replace with a modern unit and keep the original.
Yes, the 2nd gear is common when cold. The 5th gear was driver (me) error. Video shot with temps in the 20s right after the cold-start video. I was also cold just wearing a sweatshirt. I simply performed poorly, not the car.
@Britracing
Thanks for your comment.
At 0:39 and 3:05 in the driving video you see the 2nd gear issue in shifting a cold Dino transaxle and the associated grind. I had this on my Dino and found that it did NOT require a 2nd gear synchro replacement but, rather, a clutch which is $750 in parts and 6 hrs of labor. These cars have nothing below 2000rpm and new drivers can glaze the clutch/pressure plate prematurely.
At 2:38 the surprise is a grind into 5th gear
Does the A/C work?
Rare option and from the VIN it may appear quite early - perhaps a series 1 A/C unit
This car is worth minimum $400,000. Classique certified, and so much work done easily justifies the price. These have been acknowledged as the top 10 production Ferraris of all time. Great driving cars, I've had mine for 5 years.
Bid in the amount of $200,000
Bid in the amount of $50,500
@Jordychase I have a collection of cars. I bought this at the recommendation of a friend last year. While I like it, I don't love it as I do some of my other cars. I drive my cars and found myself not driving this one much. No hidden problems that I found out about during my short time if that's your concern. This Dino is a good, honest car, that can be driven without worry.
Hi Everyone and thanks for taking a 2nd look at this fine Dino during P-Cars special flash sale. I've done my best to get lots of pictures and videos to show you as much as possible. I'll be monitoring questions and comments and will answer them as best as I can.
This car was just bought. What’s the reason for the quick flip?