1978 Ferrari 512 BB COUPE

Make

Ferrari

Model

512 BB COUPE

Year

1978

Listed price

$315,000

Location

Southampton, New York

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

5,657 miles

The Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer, or BB, marked a seismic shift for the Prancing Horse, signaling a definitive move away from front-engined V12s to a mid-mounted flat-12 configuration, directly challenging Lamborghini's revolutionary Miura and Countach. Introduced in 1973 as the 365 GT4 BB, it evolved into the 512 BB in 1976, gaining a larger 5.0-liter engine and a more menacing aesthetic. This second iteration, produced until 1981, is particularly significant as it represents the carbureted pinnacle of the BB lineage, with only 929 examples built before the fuel-injected BBi took over. Its raw, mechanical purity and stunning Pininfarina design cemented its status as a true icon of the supercar era, a car born from Enzo Ferrari's reluctant but ultimately successful embrace of the mid-engine layout for his road cars. This 1978 Ferrari 512 BB, chassis F102BB25525, stands as a prime example of these coveted carbureted machines. Finished in the quintessential Rosso Corsa over a Nero leather interior, it embodies the classic Ferrari aesthetic. While its mileage is unstated, the car has clearly been cared for, receiving extensive service in February 2024 totaling over $40,000. This comprehensive work included a crucial engine-out belt service and a new clutch, ensuring its mechanical readiness for the road. Power is delivered through a five-speed manual transmission, offering an unadulterated connection to its legendary flat-12 engine. This is an opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained example of Ferrari's groundbreaking mid-engine supercar.