1969 Ferrari Dino 246 Coupe

This 246GT Dino is one of the 357 L-Series (2.4-liter) Dinos produced in 1969-1970, after the transition from the short-lived 206 (2-liter) cars. It shared many of the features of the 206, including knock-off wheels, wood steering wheel, and aluminum door engine lid and hood skins.

The 246GT was now steel and the cylinder block cast-iron rather than aluminum. The 246GT was given 15 more horsepower than the 206, now rated at 195hp. This was more than adequate compensation for the weight gain, and the Dino's top speed increased slightly to just under 150 mph. A Targa-Top version, the 246GTS, followed in 1972. Of these three models, the 246GT was by far the most popular, with 2,609 sold by the time production ceased in 1974.

This example underwent an extensive mechanical restoration in 2008-09, though it still maintains its originality. Past honors include second in class at the 2008 Carmel Concours on the Avenue, and a Platinum Award at the 2009 FCA Vintage Concours in Carmel Valley.

By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2010