Ferrari 250 GTO - 1962 -1964
The Ferrari 250 GTO is certainly the most prestigious Ferrari berlinetta prepared for racing events. The Ferrari GTO was derived from the Ferrari 250 GT SWB and appeared for the first time in 1962. GTO was for Gran Turismo Omologato a statement concerning homologation were a minimum of produced models was requested. Ferrari accounted the 250 GT examples within this figure. The Ferrari GTO shape was designed by Giotto Bizzarini, Ferrari Chief Engineer at the time, and was tested in Pise wind tunnel.
36 cars were made in the years 62/63. In 1964, a 'Series II' body was introduced, which had a slightly different look. Three such cars were made. A total of 39 GTOs were produced. (Source : Wikipedia).
In 2014 a Ferrari 250 GTO was sold at Bonhams Auction Sale in Quail Lodge Monterey California for US$ 38.115.000 while a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO converted to second generation 1964 model was sold for US$ 48.400.000 at RM Sotheby Auction Sale at Monterey California in 2018.
| Specifications |
Engine |
3.0 L - 2.953 cc.- V12 - 300HP at 7.500 rpm |
Transmission |
5 speed manual Gearbox |
Wheelbase/ Length |
2400mm/ 4400 mm |
Kerb Weight |
approximately 1070 kg |
Ferrari 250 GTO Wallpapers
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