Ferrari 375MM Allegretti Children's Car (7.2' x 2.6')
Item Details
- Seller: WORLD_OF_AUTOMOBILIA
- Location: Bologna, Italy 48100
- Lot #: M-0016435-DT
Available for auction is a ‘half scale’ homage to the 375 MM, built in the style of the full-size PF Spyder. It was manufactured in the 1980s by the famous Italian coachbuilder, Carrozzeria Allegretti, which was founded by the renowned Modenese craftsman, Mario Allegretti.
This 375 MM was designed in the ‘manichino’ style without an engine or pedals and was fabricated in tubular steel, which was then finished in bright yellow. There is a clear windscreen, metal front grille, and false headlights. Inside, the car has red leather bucket seats in the period-correct style, plus a three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a functional steering mechanism.
The Ferrari 375 MM was a limited-run sports car of the early 1950s, powered by a 4.5-liter V12 producing around 330bhp. While most cars were open-bodied Spyders built by Pininfarina, a handful of cars received unique bodywork from the likes of Vignale, Ghia, and Scaglietti. Perhaps the most famous 375 MMs are the cars commissioned by film director, Roberto Rossellini - one an original ‘Speciale’ coupe by Pinin Farina, and another rebodied as a coupe by Scaglietti.
Allegretti had worked with Fantuzzi, in-house at Maserati, and alongside teams at Scuderia Ferrari to craft the bodies for the legendary 330 P4 while working at Piero Drogo’s Carrozzeria Sports Cars. Various bespoke ‘Speciale’ cars were built by Allegretti, as well as numerous children’s cars, which are now highly sought-after given their provenance.
Understood to be a unique children’s car by Allegretti, this car was recently restored and is presented in excellent condition. Its dimensions are approximately 220cm (7.2’) x 80cm (2.6’).
While it is not currently powered, a skilled engineer could perhaps add pedals or a small engine in due course if desired. However, simply as a display piece, this is a wonderful ‘half scale’ car with outstanding provenance and one which would be a fun addition to any Ferrari collection.
The buyer is responsible for shipping, handling, and fees.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $11,000
- Auction End: Feb 16, 2022 11:17:32PM UTC
- Number of Offers: 1
Comments (20)
Sold for $11,000
@MTtoAZ Hello is ok shipping included with the counter offer
@WORLD_OF_AUTOMOBILIA My zip code is 59047 USA
@MTtoAZ Hello, handling and crating is always on my side, let me check shipping and come back to you!
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I will accept the counter offer if you pay the shipping, handling and crating.
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@MTtoAZ Hello, weight is about 25kg and shipping to US will be around 500 usd.
A couple of questions. How much does this weigh and estimated cost to ship to the USA?
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