1963 Ferrari 250 GTE 330 V12 2+2 SERIES III 2 DOOR COUPE

Make

Ferrari

Model

250 GTE 330 V12 2+2 SERIES III 2 DOOR COUPE

Year

1963

Listed price

$335,000

Location

Torrance, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

14,639 miles

The Ferrari 250 GTE, introduced at the 1960 Paris Salon, marked a pivotal moment for Maranello, being their first series-produced 2+2 grand tourer. While the 250 lineage is often celebrated for its racing prowess in models like the GTO and SWB, the GTE was designed to offer sophisticated performance with a touch more practicality, catering to discerning clients who desired to share the Ferrari experience with company. Approximately 950 examples were built across three series, making it the most commercially successful Ferrari of its time and a crucial step in the company's evolution towards a broader market appeal, without sacrificing the exquisite craftsmanship and thrilling Colombo V12 engine that defined the brand. This 1963 Series III 250 GTE transcends its original specification, having undergone a significant transformation. Under the bonnet now resides a potent 330 3.3L Colombo V12, a unit more commonly associated with the later, high-performance 275 GTB/4. This engine swap elevates the driving experience, offering enhanced power and a truly exhilarating soundtrack through its manual transmission. Showing a modest 14,639 miles on the odometer, this 2-door coupe represents a unique blend of classic Ferrari elegance with a performance upgrade that promises an even more engaging journey for the enthusiast driver. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a classic Ferrari that artfully blends historical significance with an exciting, bespoke powertrain.