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In Alfredino 'Dino' Ferrari, Enzo saw an heir to his growing Italian stable. Therefore, his death in 1956 would be a tragic blow to 'il Commendatore'. As a result, Enzo would look to honor the memory of his son in really the only way he knew how.
Dino was the son. Therefore, it seemed only fitting a new line of Ferrari automobiles powered by a smaller displacement engines should be badged 'Dinos'. It was the mainstream Ferrari brand meant to offer Ferrari-like performance at a reduced cost.
Like everything at Ferrari during Enzo's life, Dino would be birthed as a result of a need to commercialize the company's Formula 2 engines. The engine was quite capable. Initially a 2.0-liter, four-cam V6, the engine produced around 180bhp and made speeds in excess of 130mph more than possible with the right design.
Pininfarina would offer just that. Aggressive and evocative, light and very aerodynamic, the 206GT was able to reach 142mph. Its mid-engine arrangement and low center of gravity layout made the car extremely nimble and, as a result, capable of keeping up with some more powerful Ferraris.
This performance would come with some trials. The greatest challenge would come in the form of the problematic aluminum body. The answer to this challenge was found to be simple. Instead of aluminum, steel would be used. While this made the issues less, the weight would be more, making the performance factor the new issue. To overcome the weight gain a larger engine would be needed.
In late 1969, a replacement would be introduced in the form of the 246GT. Powered by a 2.4-liter V6, the 246GT was capable of similar performance as a result of its 195bhp at 7,600rpm, this despite the steel body and cast iron cylinder block.
The 246GT would be hailed by those who drove it. The car's handling, responsive steering, braking and feel on the road made it a favorite. The Pininfarina body style took it over the top when it came to appeal. Even to this very day, the Dino 246GT remains an aesthetically-pleasing thing to behold.
This particular chassis, 06626, would be finished at the factory in June of 1973. While a Targa-top model was available, this chassis would be completed as a closed Coupe version. Completed with left-hand drive, the car would be intended for Belgium and one of Enzo's closest friends.
Jacques Swaters had a close relationship with Enzo and his Garage Francorchamps SA would put in the order for the car. Despite heading for Belgium, the car would be finished in Rosso Chiaro Ferrari red with a black interior, not the Belgian yellow that would often adorn cars intended for Belgium.
Not long after taking delivery of the car, Swaters would sell the car to its first owner, Mr. Jean Oury. On July 17th, 1973 the 246GT would depart for Monceau-sur-Sambre, Belgium and Oury's ownership.
Interestingly, in 1989, Jacques Swaters himself would buy the Dino back from Oury to be part of his own personal collection. It would remain as part of the collection until 2013.
Having just two long-term owners since new and one of those being Swaters himself, this particular Dino is an impressive example. Complete with period-style Michelin XWX tires, nearly every aspect of the car presents as original. In addition, to everything else, a complete history file from Ferrari historian Marcel Massini only reflects the chassis' place in Ferrari history.
Offered through Bonhams' 2015 Quail Lodge auction, this ex-Jacques Swaters Dino 246GT would garner a sale price of $407,000, inclusive of buyer's premium.By Jeremy McMullen
Dino was the son. Therefore, it seemed only fitting a new line of Ferrari automobiles powered by a smaller displacement engines should be badged 'Dinos'. It was the mainstream Ferrari brand meant to offer Ferrari-like performance at a reduced cost.
Like everything at Ferrari during Enzo's life, Dino would be birthed as a result of a need to commercialize the company's Formula 2 engines. The engine was quite capable. Initially a 2.0-liter, four-cam V6, the engine produced around 180bhp and made speeds in excess of 130mph more than possible with the right design.
Pininfarina would offer just that. Aggressive and evocative, light and very aerodynamic, the 206GT was able to reach 142mph. Its mid-engine arrangement and low center of gravity layout made the car extremely nimble and, as a result, capable of keeping up with some more powerful Ferraris.
This performance would come with some trials. The greatest challenge would come in the form of the problematic aluminum body. The answer to this challenge was found to be simple. Instead of aluminum, steel would be used. While this made the issues less, the weight would be more, making the performance factor the new issue. To overcome the weight gain a larger engine would be needed.
In late 1969, a replacement would be introduced in the form of the 246GT. Powered by a 2.4-liter V6, the 246GT was capable of similar performance as a result of its 195bhp at 7,600rpm, this despite the steel body and cast iron cylinder block.
The 246GT would be hailed by those who drove it. The car's handling, responsive steering, braking and feel on the road made it a favorite. The Pininfarina body style took it over the top when it came to appeal. Even to this very day, the Dino 246GT remains an aesthetically-pleasing thing to behold.
This particular chassis, 06626, would be finished at the factory in June of 1973. While a Targa-top model was available, this chassis would be completed as a closed Coupe version. Completed with left-hand drive, the car would be intended for Belgium and one of Enzo's closest friends.
Jacques Swaters had a close relationship with Enzo and his Garage Francorchamps SA would put in the order for the car. Despite heading for Belgium, the car would be finished in Rosso Chiaro Ferrari red with a black interior, not the Belgian yellow that would often adorn cars intended for Belgium.
Not long after taking delivery of the car, Swaters would sell the car to its first owner, Mr. Jean Oury. On July 17th, 1973 the 246GT would depart for Monceau-sur-Sambre, Belgium and Oury's ownership.
Interestingly, in 1989, Jacques Swaters himself would buy the Dino back from Oury to be part of his own personal collection. It would remain as part of the collection until 2013.
Having just two long-term owners since new and one of those being Swaters himself, this particular Dino is an impressive example. Complete with period-style Michelin XWX tires, nearly every aspect of the car presents as original. In addition, to everything else, a complete history file from Ferrari historian Marcel Massini only reflects the chassis' place in Ferrari history.
Offered through Bonhams' 2015 Quail Lodge auction, this ex-Jacques Swaters Dino 246GT would garner a sale price of $407,000, inclusive of buyer's premium.By Jeremy McMullen
In June of 1973, this Ferrari Dino was completed at the Ferrari factory. It left the factory in Rosso Chiaro Ferrari 20-R-190 Red over a Nero 161 Black interior, fitted with Cromodora alloy wheels. It was built as the closed Coupe version in the E production series, and equipped as a left hand drive European example destined for the Belgian market.
This car had been ordered on March 14th of 1973 by Jacques Swaters Garage Francorchamps SA, the famous Belgian Ferrari importer and racing driver of Ecurie Francorchamps fame. Swaters sold the car on July 17, 1973 to the first owner, Mr. Jean Oury, resident of Monceau-sur-Sambre, Belgium. In February of 1989, the Dino was repurchased by Garage Francorchamps' proprietor, Mr. Jacques Swaters, and remained in his collection until 2013.
Currently this Dino wears the factory-correct Red and rides on silver Campagnolo wheels with vintage-style Michelin XWX tires. The odometer shows less than 38,000 kilometers, believed to be the cars actual mileage.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2015
This car had been ordered on March 14th of 1973 by Jacques Swaters Garage Francorchamps SA, the famous Belgian Ferrari importer and racing driver of Ecurie Francorchamps fame. Swaters sold the car on July 17, 1973 to the first owner, Mr. Jean Oury, resident of Monceau-sur-Sambre, Belgium. In February of 1989, the Dino was repurchased by Garage Francorchamps' proprietor, Mr. Jacques Swaters, and remained in his collection until 2013.
Currently this Dino wears the factory-correct Red and rides on silver Campagnolo wheels with vintage-style Michelin XWX tires. The odometer shows less than 38,000 kilometers, believed to be the cars actual mileage.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2015
2015 Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $330,000-USD $400,000
Sale Price :
USD $407,000
2013 Bonhams - Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais
Sale Price :
USD $330,844 (€ 247,250.00)
1973 Ferrari 246 Dino Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ferrari 246 Dino
(Data based on Model Year 1973 sales)
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS by Scaglietti Chassis#: 07474 Sold for USD$689,316 2024 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT by Scaglietti Chassis#: 06718 Sold for USD$356,407 2023 RM Sothebys : Munich | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS by Scaglietti Chassis#: 07094 Sold for USD$493,558 2023 RM Sothebys : London | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS 'Chairs & Flares' by Scaglietti Chassis#: 06464 Sold for USD$775,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 05986 Sold for USD$456,000 2023 Broad Arrow : Monterey Jet Center | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 05966 Sold for USD$522,500 2023 Mecum : 2023 Monterey | |
1973 Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 06846 Sold for USD$464,723 2023 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 07134 Sold for USD$428,770 2022 Artcurial : Automobiles Sur Les Champs | |
1973 FERRARI DINO 246 GTS Chassis#: 06482 Sold for USD$349,427 2022 Gooding & Company : London Auction | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS 'Chairs & Flares' by Scaglietti Chassis#: 06462 Sold for USD$802,500 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS 'Chairs & Flares' by Scaglietti Chassis#: 05530 Sold for USD$561,607 2022 RM Sothebys : Monaco Grimaldi Forum | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 05714 Sold for USD$511,000 2021 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours Auction | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 05848 Sold for USD$467,500 2021 Mecum : Monterey | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT Chassis#: 06098 Sold for USD$302,644 2021 Silverstone Auctions : A Sale of Ferraris | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS by Scaglietti Chassis#: 06290 Sold for USD$289,514 2020 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT Coupé Chassis#: 06250 Sold for USD$257,159 2019 Collector's Motor Cars and Automobilia, RAF Museum Hendon | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT by Scaglietti Chassis#: 07294 Sold for USD$554,120 2019 RM Sothebys : London | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 05686 Sold for USD$555,000 2019 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT 'Chairs & Flares' by Scaglietti Chassis#: 07520 Sold for USD$500,000 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chassis#: 06274 Sold for USD$258,500 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale, Arizona |
Ferrari 246 Dinos That Failed To Sell At Auction
1973 Ferrari 246 Dino's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Coachwork by Pininfarina/Scaglietti | 05710 | 2024 Bonhams : The Scottsdale Auction | $50,000 | $450,000 | |
1973 Ferrari 246 GTS Dino Chairs and Flares | 05830 | 2024 RM Sothebys : Arizona | $650,000 | $850,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS by Scaglietti | 07326 | 2023 RM Sothebys : St. Moritz | $450,000 | $500,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 2023 Mecum : Glendale | $510,000 | $550,000 | $600,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $525,000 | $650,000 | $700,000 | |
1973 FERRARI DINO 246 GTS BY SCAGLIETTI | 05584 | 2021 RM Sothebys : Milan 2021 | |||
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 06590 | 2020 Bonhams : The Bond Street Sale | $270,000 | $330,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT | 05020 | 2020 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | $325,000 | $375,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Chairs & Flares by Scaglietti | 06002 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Paris | $380,000 | $420,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 05534 | 2020 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale Arizona | $325,000 | $400,000 | |
1973 FERRARI 246 GT DINO | 2019 Coys Syon Park, London | $160,000 | $190,000 | ||
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 05498 | 2019 Mecum : Monterey | $375,000 | $400,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spider | 07176 | 2018 Bonhams : London Olympia | $350,000 | $400,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spider | 07586 | 2018 Bonhams : The Bond Street Sale | $450,000 | $550,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 06964 | 2018 Silverstone Auctions : NEC Classic Motor Show | |||
1973 Ferrari 246 Dino GTS | 05492 | 2018 Coys : Schloss Dyck | $330,000 | $350,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 05864 | 2018 Bonhams : Goodwood | $250,000 | $300,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 04634 | 2017 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | $280,000 | $340,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT | 04374 | 2017 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | $250,000 | $325,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 05836 | 2017 Gooding & Co. : Scottsdale, AZ | $325,000 | $425,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 06106 | 2017 Gooding & Co. : Scottsdale, AZ | $325,000 | $375,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 05338 | 2016 Silverstone Auctions : NEC Classic Motor Show | |||
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 06518 | 2016 Mecum : Dallas | $300,000 | ||
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 06518 | 2016 Mecum : Monterey | |||
1973 Dino 246GT Coupé | 6580 | 2016 Bonhams : The Chantilly Sale | $250,000 | $350,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT | 05690 | 2016 Gooding & Company : The Scottsdale Auction | $450,000 | $525,000 | |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT by Scaglietti | 03580 | 2016 RM Sothebys : Arizona | $370,000 | $400,000 | $500,000 |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT | 04984 | 2015 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | $380,000 | $440,000 | |
1973 FERRARI DINO 246 GTS | 05800 | 2014 Mecum Monterey | $425,000 | $400,000 | $500,000 |
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS | 07630 | 2013 Mecum Auction Anaheim 2013 | $320,000 |
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