One of Ferrari’s most iconic road-going models Recently refreshed in its original colour of Grigio Argento Benefits from a fresh engine rebuild at Joe Macari’s workshop Retains its matching-numbers engine and gearbox Ferrari Classiche certified in 2019, offered with accompanying Red Book Introduced at the 1962 Paris Salon, Ferrari’s 250 GT/L was undoubtedly one of the most attractive grand touring cars ever built.

Intended as a replacement for the 250 GT coupe, the “L” stood for Lusso and featured an all-new interior arrangement highlighted by a revised dash panel and leather upholstery throughout the cabin.

Built to cross continents in unrivalled style while cossetting a driver, passenger, and plenty of luggage, it looked simply stunning whilst sitting still and just as beautiful at speed.

Mechanically, Ferrari’s Tipo 168 U engine was the ultimate development of the short-block Colombo 3.0-litre V-12, featuring outside-plug ignition and single-cylinder porting that had proven so su...