This charming classic also has its own epic story.
Although it was a popular and groundbreaking model for Ferrari in his time, and one of the most cherished classics of the legendary manufacturer today, the Ferrari Dino 246 was ahead of its time. Instead of being sold as a Ferrari, it was sold under the Dino brand with a middle-mounted V6 instead of Ferrari’s more usual V8 and 12-cylinder engines. However, Ferrari’s Hybrid 296 Supercar uses a V6 today, and the most powerful production -road ferrari so far, the new Ferrari F80.
The Dino was an important milestone in the history of Ferrari, not only because of the engine, but also for the fact that it was Ferrari’s first production model that had a middle -mounted engine. Because of its impact and influence, it is one of the most desired classic Ferraris on the market, and one that will cross the block on the Mecum Auctions Monterey 2025 auction of this year.
This, however, 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Is not just dino, it is a special example that has an incredible story. It was driven during the Cannonball Run of 1975 by Jack May, who set a record by driving from New York to Los Angeles with an average speed of 83 km / h in just 35 hours and 53 minutes next to Rick Cline. Shipped by Jack May himself, the car combines the inheritance of the Dino with the excitement of the Cannonball Run and the illustrious racing career of Jack May, with experience at locations such as Sebring, Mille Miglia, Road Atlanta and more.
The car has been preserved in astonishingly, undosing condition, finished in Bianco over a Rosso-Laying interior, proudly present its heritage, and it is ready to cross the block on Mecum’s Monterey Auction in Mecum, which takes place from 14-16 August in the del Monte Golf Course. With a great story behind it, the anticipation is already building for bidding on this legendary dino.
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