Ferrari 365 GTC History

The design of the 365 GTC was basically similar to that of the last 330 GTCs built, the major difference being that the engine bay air inlets were now on the bonnet and no longer on the flanks. There were more significant changes to the refined mechanics: the new, large V12 engine offered more generous torque at medium revs, greater flexibility, and livelier acceleration. Approximately one hundred and fifty were built.

In 1968 Ferrari updated 330 GTC with a 4.4-litre engine and renamed the model to 365 GTC. The larger engine increased low-end torque and offered 20 additional horsepower. Only 168 of the interim 365 GTC were produced until the release of the 365 GTB/4 Daytona. They are all easily identified from the 330 GTC by their engine vents at the trailing end of the hood.

The car shown is chassis 12795, was specially ordered by Barbara Hutton for delivery in Tangier, Morocco. A unique pink hue known as Rosso Speciale was chosen along with the tan suede upholstery. Further distinguishing the car was the Royal Star of Morocco painted green on each door.

By 1974 the car was sold through Luigi Chinetti Motors in Greenwich, Connecticut and it had covered only 4,571 km. After its transatlantic trip, 12795 was fitted with American-spec components such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel.