Ferrari Dino 246 246 GT LHD 1972
General description :
1972 Dino 246 GT.
This highly original LHD 246 GT was constructed in January 1972 and finished in Rosso Chiaro with Nero leather. Delivered new to Canada, by 1981 it had moved to West Virginia in the United States where it remained for many years but saw little use, a pattern that has continued through to the present day, as confirmed by the low recorded mileage (15,500).
Consequently this unrestored example remains wonderfully preserved and retains its factory original interior. In addition, it has benefitted from a Woodham Mortimer mechanical recommissioning and all numbers match the factory build records.
Road registered for the UK, it provides an incredibly rare opportunity to acquire a true time-warp example of the legendary Ferrari Dino that is ready to enjoy.
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1972 Ferrari Dino 246 246 GT LHD is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Essex by JD Classics for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ferrari Model : Dino 246 Model Version : 246 GT LHD Engine size : 2.4 Model Year : 1972 Location : Maldon Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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