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A desirable early (non-ABS) model delivered new in Italy to full
European specification, this left-hand drive 328GTS is stunningly
presented in Nero Metallic with black hide upholstery and red
carpets. It has covered a genuine 51,300-or-so kilometres
(approximately 31,800 miles) from new. Chassis number ‘73967’
was bought new by a Japanese enthusiast who specifically wanted
a black car, a colour not available in Japan. He therefore sourced
this example new in Italy and had it air freighted to Tokyo where
it has remained since, changing hands once. The current vendor
purchased the Ferrari from its second long-term owner and imported
it to the UK in July 2014. It is sold duties paid with UK registration
and an age-related registration number.

The chassis of this dry-climate car is said to be exceptionally clean
considering its age, as is the body, which is entirely free of rust or
related repair. The paint - possibly original - is in beautiful condition
with a deep shine and no defect of note. All panel gaps are correct
and opening panels work with a new-car feel. All glass is generally
excellent, ditto the lenses, and all sealing rubbers remain supple. The
lift-out roof panel is excellent and its stowage cover is included. The
under-bonnet area is spotlessly clean with no leaks or damage and is
well detailed with a ‘new car’ appearance. ‘73967’ has the optional
Vitaloni side mirrors with shields.

Fitted from new with the optional Motorsports (F40-style) steering

wheel, the interior is presented in excellent condition with supple

seats, unmarked carpets and a pristine dashboard, and with all

switch-gear and instrumentation working. This car is also fitted with

the optional air conditioning. Both front and rear boot areas appear

unused and in mint condition. The space-saver spare wheel looks

untouched and a full tool kit accompanies the car, again in apparently

unused condition.

This Ferrari is said to drive superbly, as one would expect of a

cherished and little used example. The engine is described as in

good health, the transmission likewise and the suspension, brakes

and steering in peak condition. Recent maintenance included a major

cam belt service by Garage Sosta at 48,173 kilometres and a further

extensive service carried out by specialist Automedic in May 2014 at

51,326 kilometres (both bills on file). Offered with instruction books

and current MoT, ‘73967’ represents an opportunity to acquire a

remarkable and well-optioned example of this collectible Ferrari.

£50,000 - 60,000

€63,000 - 75,000