1962 Ferarri 250 GTO #3387 is the second GTO produced. It is also referred to as the second production prototype. It was completed in March of 1962 and was nearly identical to chassis #3223. During early gallery.adamsviews.net/artofsteel2015/ing at Monza, the car received a small tail spoiler, a modified fuel filler and vents worked into the rear fenders.
Ownership passed from Ferrari to Luigi Chinetti Motors on March 16, 1962. Chinetti wanted the car to run under NART banner at Sebring on March 24th. It was air-freighted Miami on Alitalia and registered in New York State. At Sebring, it was piloted by Phil Hill and Olivier Gendebien to a second overall and first in class. The car was returned to the factory and overhauled in preparation for Le Mans, where it finished sixth overall and third in class.
While total production of only 39 cars ensures exclusivity, this car has an additional layer added because it was raced as a factory team car.
Overview
- Model: Ferrari 250 GTO
- Year: 1962
- Chassis Number: 3387GT
- Engine: 3.0 L V12
- Design: Pininfarina/Scaglietti
- Production: 1962-1964 (only 36 units built)
Historical Significance
- First 250 GTO Produced: Chassis 3387GT was the second 250 GTO built and the first one constructed specifically for racing.
- Racing Debut: Its first race was the 12 Hours of Sebring in 1962, driven by Phil Hill and Olivier Gendebien, where it finished second overall.
- Notable Races: The car participated in numerous significant races, including the Targa Florio and Le Mans 24 Hours.
Design and Specifications
- Body: The 250 GTO features a lightweight aluminum body designed by Scaglietti, with aerodynamics refined through wind tunnel testing.
- Engine: The V12 engine produced approximately 300 horsepower, capable of propelling the car to speeds over 170 mph.
- Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox.
- Chassis: Tubular steel frame with independent front suspension and a live rear axle.
Value and Legacy
- Auction Prices: The Ferrari 250 GTO is known for fetching astronomical prices at auctions. Chassis 3387GT, with its rich racing history, is among the most coveted by collectors.
- Cultural Impact: The 250 GTO is often regarded as the pinnacle of Ferrari’s engineering and design prowess during the 1960s, and it remains a symbol of prestige and performance.
Taken at the Amelia Concourse.
You may purchase a print of the 1962 Ferarri 250 GTO #3387 in our dElegance 2012 online gallery.
