Though Ferrari earned its reputation on race tracks, its primary business for customers was building road-going cars. Perhaps no model better illustrated Enzo Ferrari’s foresight than the 365 line of grand touring cars produced from the mid-1960s until 1971. Unlike their GT predecessors, the 365 lineup was further removed from Ferrari’s competition designs, which meant that it excelled at its mission of providing a rapid, comfortable way of covering ground.

The 365 GT 2+2 was penned by Pininfarina. Its long hood hid a bored-out, 4.4-liter version of the 330 GT’s V-12 rated at 320 hp, but the biggest news came at the rear where an independent suspension with Koni shocks provided both a supple ride and curvy road tenacity to remind buyers of Ferrari’s racing heritage. The 365 GT 2+2 was Ferrari’s strongest seller at the time and it represents what was nearly the final expression of round headlights on a Ferrari.

Delivered new in California, as its original “blue plates” indicate, it was originally painted grey with a black interior. Today, it’s a more traditional Ferrari Rosso Corsa, the result of a color change early on, and it retains a black leather interior. Chromed wire wheels are period correct outside, while a Blaupunkt AM/SW/FM radio inside continues the vintage theme. Recently, what is believed to be its original engine was extensively serviced and its carburetors were rebuilt. Underneath, the 365 GT 2+2 received new rear shocks and bushings.

Delivered with a Massini report, the 365 GT 2+2 could be enjoyed as-is or its exceptionally solid condition could lend itself well to a repaint in its original, subtle Grigio Ortello paint color. This car is one of about 801 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 coupes produced from 1968-1971.

This Ferrari has benefitted from recent service in August and September of 2016. The work was completed by Mr. Patric Soares, a well known Ferrari Mechanic in South Florida and owner of Fiorano Motor Sports. It included refurbishing and tuning of the Weber carburetors, servicing the shocks, as well as replacing the engine oil, gearbox oil and other liquids. In addition, the air conditioning was serviced, the battery was replaced and the horn was fixed.