1972 Ferrari 246 Dino GTS Spyder

The Dino 206S was introduced at the 1965 Paris Auto Show. It was named in honor of Enzo Ferrari's son Alfredino. Alfredino had earned an engineering degree; upon completion, he began work on developing a new V6 race engine for Ferrari. Sadly, his life and the task were cut short, as he passed away at the very young age of 24. Enzo tasked engineer Vittorio Jano to complete the work in honor of his son. The engine would later be used in road going cars and to power various Ferrari Formula 1, 2, and 3 cars.

The Dino 206S was powered by the V6 engine. A Dino Berlinetta GT version was later shown at the 1966 Turin Show. The V6 engine displaced 1986cc and produced 180 horsepower. It was placed mid-ship and became Ferrari's first mid-engine production car.

The Dino car was devoid of any Ferrari badging. During this time in history, Ferrari and Fiat had formed a relationship. Fiat produced the engine and in return, was able to use it in their front-engined coupe and spyder, and later in the Lancia Stratos.

In 1969 the V6 engine was enlarged to 2418cc and power reached nearly 200 horsepower. The GTS featured a targa-roof which allowed for open-air driving while offering the true benefits of a sports car. More versions of the coupe were produced, leaving the GTS a very sought-after commodity in modern times. Some have had their coupe's converted into Targas. That is what happened to this car, bearing chassis number 03128. It is a matching numbers example that has traveled a mere 29,000 miles during its existence. It is finished in metallic silver with deep red Daytona style seats with black inserts. It is equipped with power windows and factory air conditioning. It was the subject of a professional three-year restoration that was done to the highest of standards.

In 2008 this 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT Spyder Conversion was brought to the Automobiles of Amelia presented by RM Auctions where it had an estimated value of $150,000 - $157,000. When bidding had subsided, the lot had been sold for a high bid of $156,750.

By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008