1967 Ferrari 275GTB:4 Berlinetta Coachwork by Pininfarina

Chassis no. 10011 The 1964 introduction of the Ferrari 275 GTB signaled an important evolution for Ferrari, finally adopting fully independent suspension which had been tested, developed and proven in Ferrari’s sports-racing cars beginning with the Testa Rossa in the early 60’s. Bodied by Scaglietti to a Pininfarina design, the 275 GTB echoed the aggressive, purposeful appearance of the 250 Tour de France and GTO with its long bonnet, covered headlights, fastback roofline, Kamm tail and vents in both the front wings and roof sail panel. There was no mistaking a 275 GTB for a posh, comfortable coupé. The engine was Ferrari’s highly developed single overhead camshaft Colombo-based V12 now with 3.3 litres displacement which had proven its performance and reliability in the 250LM and 275P. With three dual choke Weber carburettors the 275 GTB delivered 280 horsepower, 20 more than the 250 SWB Berlinetta. Two years later Ferrari made a single substantial change to the 275 GTB, giving it dual camshaft cylinder heads. To take advantage of the twin cam heads’ higher rpm capabilities it breathed through six dual choke Webers and had dry sump lubrication for high speed durability. Rated horsepower increased only slightly to 300. The big benefits were in increased torque and a wider range of usable power. Other than an increase in track by 24mm the chassis was unchanged. Pininfarina’s body, which had been altered during the 275 GTB’s production with a longer nose, also remained essentially unchanged except for a small bonnet bulge to clear the carburettors. Although it was in production for barely more than a year the 275 GTB/4 has endeared itself to astute drivers who appreciate its unique attributes and classic styling.