Ferrari Dino 308 GT4

Ferrari Dino 308 GT4
Back on the 1980s, when I was 15-17, our next door neighbor owned a Dino Ferrari 308 GT4, and I used to totally trip on how cool looking and modern it was. I still think its design is a magnificent work of art, so it is great to be able to share this video.

1966 Ferrari 365 P Berlinetta Special

1966 Ferrari 365 P Berlinetta Special

This is not just an ordinary vintage Ferrari. It is a 1966 Ferrari 365 P Berlinetta Special, which was really ahead of its time in many ways. The sunroof adds a then unique touch to the car, so when you drive the car, it feels much more like a convertible.

Gooding and Company is auctioning of this beauty, and the following is from the press release:

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (July 23, 2014) – Gooding & Company, the official auction house of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®, is honored to announce that it will be presenting a bespoke 1966 Ferrari 365 P Berlinetta Speciale at its Pebble Beach Auctions on August 16 and 17. Known as Tre Posti due to its groundbreaking front three-seat layout, this exceptional Ferrari represents the intersection of three great names working at the height of their careers: Enzo Ferrari, Sergio Pininfarina, and Luigi Chinetti. Presented in wonderfully original condition and boasting just 7,900 km, the automotive masterpiece has captivated admirers since it was first introduced with its striking and glamorous Gardenia White exterior, black upholstery with bright red carpets, and distinctive moon roof. Never before offered at public sale, Tre Posti has been consigned for auction directly from the Chinetti Family.

David Gooding, President: “The Tre Posti stands alone. This work of automotive art represents the ultimate in 1960s sports car design. In my opinion, Tre Posti is an extraordinary coachbuilt tour de force and by all respects one of the most important and valuable Ferraris ever designed. Its competition underpinnings and special provenance make it one of the finest Ferraris in existence.”

Luigi Chinetti Sr.

Luigi Chinetti Sr. was an Italian-born racecar driver who was instrumental in introducing the Ferrari marque to the world. He famously arranged a groundbreaking deal with Enzo Ferrari to become the first, and for many years, the only, Ferrari Factory dealer in the US. A larger-than-life figure, Chinetti’s awards and accolades included three wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, two outright victories at the Spa 24 Hours race, and served as captain of the North American Racing Team (NART). He won both Ferrari’s first and its last victory at Le Mans in 1949 and 1965. Chinetti’s love for automobiles and racing, as well as his appreciation of technology and engineering drove his business choices. Under his guidance he directed the cultivation of many outstanding Ferrari collections, only occasionally keeping a select few gems, including Tre Posti, for himself.

Tre Posti in Detail

The culmination of visionary ideas of proportion and detail resulted in one of the most exquisitely-executed Ferraris of all time. Tre Posti, a powerful three-passenger sporting coupe was a prototype based on the racing Ferrari 365 P2. One of the most distinguishing features and a central element of the design was the Ferrari’s three-seat cockpit layout, which places the driver in the center of the car, slightly in front of a passenger seat flanking each side. It is surely among the most remarkable layouts ever created for an automobile. Tre Posti also boasts a lavish interior with a seamlessly integrated chrome roll bar, competition pedal box, and gated shifter, which are further hints at the Tre Posti’s thoroughbred bloodline. In addition, the Ferrari is enhanced with numerous unique characteristics including an expansive moon roof with state-of-the-art bronze-tinted glass and other signature Pininfarina styling cues such as covered headlamps, classic egg-crate grille and sweeping rear sails. From one’s first look, the 365 P Berlinetta Speciale is in the pinnacle of a long line of coachbuilt Ferraris and leads the most elegant and enduring sports car designs of the 1960s.

Significant History

Tre Posti is the result of a unique collaboration between Enzo Ferrari, Sergio Pininfarina, and Luigi Chinetti. Constructed at the height of the P car program in 1966, the 365 P Berlinetta Speciale, chassis 8971, was the first mid-engine 12-cylinder Ferrari designed specifically for use as a road car. Tre Posti is a prototype model based on the Ferrari 365 P2, a model that was successfully campaigned by Chinetti’s NART. According to Pininfarina, the 365 P Berlinetta Speciale has the distinction of being the last car made by the firm for a private client. Before it was purchased by Chinetti Motors, this car was unveiled at the 53rd International Paris Motor Show as the key Pininanfarina show car. A global tour in 1966 and 1967 followed, including engagements at key auto shows in Brussels, London and Los Angeles. Dubbed “a world-wide novelty” in a Pininfarina press release from October 16, 1966, Tre Posti was met with great fanfare on the show circuit and was prominently featured in numerous magazines and publications. Since its delivery to Chinetti Motors in 1967, the car has only been sold twice to important Ferrari clients but returned to Chinetti family ownership in 1969, where it has remained ever since.

By any standard, Tre Posti is among the most important Ferraris of all time. Gooding & Company is honored to offer such a powerful mechanical treasure during our Pebble Beach Auctions this August. (estimate upon request)

The Pebble Beach Auctions

Date(s): Saturday, August 16 at 5:00 pm PST and Sunday, August 17 at 6:00 pm PST
Location: Equestrian Center, Corner of Stevenson Drive and Portola Road, Pebble Beach
Public preview: August 13-17
Auctions catalogues:  $100, includes admission for two to the viewing and the auctions
General admission: $40, includes admission for one to the viewing and the auctions
Live auction broadcast: www.goodingco.com
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Twitter: @GoodingCompany
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The Ferrari 330 P4

1967 Ferrari 330 P4

LaFerrari Video Review

...Motor Trend Review...
LaFerrari Video Review

Back To The Future 1968 Ferarri S Modolu Concept Driving Footage

Back To The Future 1968 Ferarri S Modolu Concept
I remember when I first saw photos of the 1968 Ferrari S Modula Concept car, thinking it was the coolest looking car I had ever seen, and in many ways, I still love its amazing design. The Modula was so far ahead of its time, it is amazing. I think Ferrari, should bring this car to life today, and update it. In particular, I think if they ditched the pop-up headlights, and while moving them to the corners, it would look incredible!

If you think about it, it would almost appear if the Lamborghini Countach which was launched in the early 1970s, was based upon the design of the 1968 Ferrari S Modulu. Particularly in the sense that the Ferrari has a long, swooping, continuous curve, which today is the trademark of modern Lamborghini.

Driving Footage

Miles Davis 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4

...Classic Celebrity Car Coolness...

Miles Davis

1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4

Miles Davis was a fascinating man and a brilliant musician. He was also a sports car fanatic. In the future I plan to cover much more of his Ferrari collection, but in the meantime, this should get you going.

Fifth Gear McLaren MP4 v. Ferrari Italia

Fifth GearFerrari 458 Italia Smokes McLaren MP4

Top Gear Reviews the Ferrari 458 Italia!!!!

Top Gear Reviews The Ferrari 458 Italia!!!!0-60MPH in 3.4 Seconds
On Sunday we saw photos of the amazing new 458 Italia Challenge and today we are in for a real treat. Top Gear is always fascinating with their reviews. They typically, haze cars pretty hard, but this review is really something. Turn the volume Way, Way Up!!!
"The 458 is one of the all-time greats!!! It really is absolutely, unbelievably, mesmerizingly brilliant!!!!" –Jeremy Clarkson

Ferrari 458 Italia Challenge Testing On Vallenlunga Track

Ferrari 458 Italia Challenge

Testing On Vallelunga Track in Italia

Ferrari recently released its latest Challenge model race car based upon its new 458 Italia and here are some recent photos of it during a testing session at the Vallelunga race circuit. The V-8 in this 4.5 liter has been increased to 570 horsepower. Long-live the spinners!!!

Ferrari Unveils The All-New 599 GTO: The Evolution Of A Supercar

Ferrari Unveils The All-New 599 GTO

The Evolution Of A Supercar

The Fastest Road Car In The World

Ferrari introduced the all-new Ferrari 599 today which owes its genesis to the legendary 250 GTO and 288 GTO. The Ferrari GTOs have historically been Ferrari's high-performance leaders.

The all new Ferrari 599 GTO is a rocket-ship and it accelerates from 0-60MPH in 3.2 seconds and it can reach a top speed of over 200MPH!!!

Ferrari will only be producing 599 versions of this model and it will probably sell for somewhere around a half-million dollars.

Hot Wheels Moment of the Day: Chrysler SuperCuda v. Enzo Ferrari

...Hot Wheels...

Da Chrysler SuperCuda v. Da Enzo Ferrari

Da Bears!!! Da Bulls!!! Da Chryzler Super Cuda!!!

What does this story have to do with anything!?! I have no idea!!!

I think I am just having a Hot Wheels moment!!!?!!? ;-))))))

Actually, I can't seem to get that Sonny & Cher "And The Beat Goes On" video out of my mind!!!!

Or maybe it is the green and red Christmas Color combination in these photos!?!?

So what happens when you put up a modern Enzo Ferrari race car against a 1960s American Muscle Car that has been significantly updated?

Watch this video to find out, and make certain to turn the volume way, way up!!!!

Da Bears!!!! Da Bulls!!!!

Da Enzo Ferrari!!! Da Chryzler Super Cuda!!!

;-)))))))))))))))))

Ferrari Videos...

Amazing All-New Ferrari 458 Video Review
Since we took a look at the all-new Ferrari 458 on the all-new 27 inch iMac I thought I would share these cool Ferrari videos with you!!! Speaking of the all-new 27 inch iMac, it performs like the all-new Ferrari 458 in this first video. Turn the Volume WAY UP!!!!



140 Miles Per Hour Through ParisDon't Try This At Home!!!!
Philipp from Denmark originally sent this video in last year so I thought since were checking out the all new Ferrari 458 it would be cool to check out this CRAZY video. Essentially, back in 1978 some crazy dudes drove through Paris, France at 140 Miles and hour!!!! I don't know what they were thinking, but when you watch this you feel like you are in the car.

Ferrari Italia 458 Preview...

Ferrari Italia 458 Preview

The all new Ferrari 458 is on its way to market and here are some amazing preview shots from Ferrari!!! What lines!!! All I have to say is Go Speed Racer! Go Speed Racer, Go Speed Racer, Go!!!

You have got to click on these images to see the amazing details close-up!!!

Ferrari Testa Rossa Sets $12 Million Auction Record...

Ferrari Testa Rossa Sets $12 Million Auction Record

RM Auctions and Sotheby's set a world auction record yesterday when they sold a 1957 Ferrari 250 TR for $12,156,252. Ferrari only made 21 examples of this Testa Rosa which returned to its birthplace in Maranello to set a new world price record. I thought I would share these photos with you of this fascinating car.

Go Speed Racer Go

When I look at the Ferrari Testa Rossa pictured above, I can't help but think of Speed Racer's Mach 5 which is pictured below. I think the Mach 5 must have been based on lines of the Testa Rosa. The Mach 5 looks like a Corvette Stingray and the Testa Rosa mixed into one car.

For some other reason, this Testa Rosa's paint job ironically reminds me of the Double Red Rolex Sea Dweller pictured in the post after this one–the whole black, white and sliver color combination with a touch of red.

In the photo below, the Testa Rosa reminds me of the Batmobile

The Ferrari Testa Rosa has a V-12 that produces 300 bhp at 7,200 rpm