*The 7th right-hand drive 275 GTB built *Ultimate specification: alloy body, six carburettors *Sold new in the UK *Classiche certification 'The 275 GTB is...

a superlatively vigorous, very agile and quick automobile.

Its comfort, the quality of its finish, the original lines of its bodywork all justify its exceptionally high price, for it is an exceptional automobile.

It is a thoroughbred, with luxury devoid of excess, and a fiery temperament...

' Jose Roskinski, Sport Auto , July 1965.

When Ferrari's highly successful '250' series was superseded in 1964 by the '275', Pininfarina was once again called upon to work his magic for the Maranello concern, creating a true classic of sports car design for the 275 GTB.

Penetrative nose, long bonnet, purposeful side vents, high waistline and short be-spoilered tail: these were all ingredients of the recipe, yet the result was so much more than merely the sum of its parts.

The tail spoiler and cast-alloy wheels echoed developments first s...