Like so many of Carrozzeria Pininfarina’s designs, the lines of the Ferrari 365 GTC/4 have matured elegantly and gracefully since its introduction at the Geneva Motor Show in 1972.

Historical criticism that branded it as ‘Il Gobbone’ has made way for the appreciation of its clean body shape and of the technological improvements that make it a more practical alternative to its much-famed stablemate, the 365 GTB/4 ‘Daytona.’ Indeed, whilst the lion’s share of the mechanical elements of the GTC/4 were carried over from the Daytona, significant changes were made to give true continent-crossing ability and added comfort: Power steering was installed as standard, spring rates were softened and the transaxle gearbox installation was dropped in favour of a conventional five-speed layout with an easier Borg and Beck clutch.

Inside, air-conditioning was fitted as standard and the cabin was adorned with swathes of leather, a new instrument cluster and foldable rear seats to complement the alrea...