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Ferrari 250 GTO
#8 • Italy • 1962 - 1964 • Supercar / Hypercar

Ferrari 250 GTO

The Holy Grail of Automotive Collecting

The Ferrari 250 GTO is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 3.0L Colombo Tipo 168 Comp V12 delivering 300 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the holy grail of automotive collecting.

Technical Specifications

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Key Highlights

  • Only 36 chassis ever produced
  • 3 consecutive FIA World GT Championships (1962-1964)
  • World record auction price exceeding $70 Million

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Ferrari 250 GTO (1962 - 1964) represents a watershed moment for Ferrari and the automotive industry. Engineered in Italy during the 1950s-1960s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 3.0L Colombo Tipo 168 Comp V12 paired with a 5-speed gated manual allowed it to reach 280 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (5.4s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.

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