Originally introduced at the 1966 Geneva Salon, the Ferrari 330 GTC was designed to complement the 275 GTB, offering a sleek, luxurious, and elegantly muscular touring coupé in the style of the 250 GT/L Lusso. In 1968, the 330 GTC received several upgrades, including an increase in engine displacement that yielded an additional 20 horsepower. The resulting 365 GTC was distinguishable by the relocation of its front wing vents to the bonnet, while the new Tipo 245 C engine offered improved torque at a lower rpm range, developing strong pull as low as 2,500 rpm.

In addition to being more powerful, the 365 GTC was also much rarer than its 4-litre predecessor, with only 150 examples built. Prized for its improved performance, dashing styling, and rarity, the 365 GTC has evolved into one of the era’s most beloved roadgoing Ferraris, undeniably representing the apex of Maranello’s elegant line of vintage grand touring coupés.

This handsome 365 GTC was specified for the European market with instruments in kilometres and desirably equipped with air conditioning. Finished in Grigio Ortello paint over an interior trimmed in Beige leather by Connolly, the GTC was issued a certificate of origin in February 1969.

After being diverted to Ferrari’s Assistenza Clienti in Modena for finishing work, the 365 GTC was distributed to the well-known Milanese marque dealer M Gastone Crepaldi Automobili. By the end of February the Ferrari was sold to its first owner, a local Milan resident named Ennio Amadori. The 365 was then returned to the Assistenza Clienti for service three times until mid 1971, after which point the car was sold by Signore Amadori to Signora Lorenza Giacomella of Rome.

Sometime over the next few years the Ferrari was exported to the US, and by 1975 the car was owned by Carl Walsten of Greenwich, Connecticut. Mr Walsten presented chassis number 12055 at the Ferrari Club of America Regional Meet at Long Island in September 1976. Two years later the car was offered for sale and eventually acquired by Mark Schwarz of Franklin, Michigan.

By the time the Ferrari was sold during the early 1980s to Stamford, Connecticut-based enthusiast Jules Levine, the interior had been reupholstered in Nero leather, and new Borrani wire wheels were fitted. In June 1983 the GTC attended Ron Spangler’s esteemed Prancing Horse Farm Invitational in Bel Air, Maryland, and in early 1988 the car was once again offered for sale.

By early 1990 the Ferrari was acquired by Dr David Allegra, who initially resided in Boston, Massachusetts, but later moved to Manhattan Beach, California. Dr Allegra displayed the 365 GTC at the Rosso Rodeo Concours on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills in June 1995.

After being sold at auction in Monaco in May 2014, the Ferrari was acquired in 2015 by a collector in the UK. As demonstrated by invoices on file, he entrusted the 365 GTC to MD Allen Engineering of Norfolk for mechanical work over the next four years. During this time, the brake lines and fuel lines were replaced, minor body and chassis issues were corrected, the engine was serviced and the carburettors adjusted, wiring repairs undertaken, and the brakes were cleaned and updated with new pads. It is believed that the current paint finish in the stunning shade of Blu Sera was also conducted during this keeper’s care.

In recent years the 365 GTC has been stored and maintained by GTO Engineering, one of the UK’s most respected Ferrari specialists. The coupé has continued to benefit from GTO’s expert attention, reflected by the handsome state of presentation throughout, including the engine bay and interior.

It is important to note that mechanical stampings corresponding to factory data demonstrate that this Ferrari is fitted with its matching-numbers V-12 engine, greatly enhancing the car’s authenticity. Beautifully presented in the elegant colour combination of Blu Sera over a black leather interior, this early example of Maranello’s rare 365 GTC would make a nuanced complement to any Ferrari collection or assemblage of elegant 1960s grand touring machines, sure to please the discerning tifoso.