Fantasy Junction

Description

1967 Ferrari 330 GTC
s/n 9295, engine no. 9295
Red with Tan Interior

Widely regarded to be one of the best driving and most usable classic Ferraris, the 330GTC has always been appreciated by connoisseurs as one of the best all round Ferrari road cars. Revealed at the 1966 Geneva Auto Show, the 330 GTC was immediately heralded as a refined road machine with driving characteristics well beyond previous sports cars of the period, including those from Ferrari. The engine was the latest development of the venerable Colombo V12, now displacing 4.0 liters and generating 300hp. A torque tube connected the engine to the rear-mounted transaxle, a particularly special layout that even today more than 50 years on, signals that a car has been developed with a focus on driving dynamics and weight distribution. Additional technical highlights of the GTC included disc brakes and independent suspension all round and a 5-speed gearbox, resulting in exceptionally good road holding and performance.

The elegant but understated Pininfarina body design was elegant and refined, providing excellent visibility and a timeless sophisticated aesthetic that made the car more of a gentleman’s express rather than a playboy’s plaything. Coupled with the marvelous blend of raw competence and usability, the 330GTC sits at the perfect intersection of performance and comfort. Only 598 330 GTCs were constructed from 1966 to 1968 and while many GTC owners have large collections of important Ferraris, the GTC is often their Ferrari of choice for driving events.

This particular car, s/n 9295, is a fastidiously maintained and superbly documented longtime California car. It includes five binders of invoices, notes, period photographs and other documentation from its obviously passionate long-term owners, and two additional binders of miscellaneous information and technical documents. In the last 33 years, the car has had two San Francisco Bay Area owners, having been purchased by the first of these from a Mr. Crosby in Piedmont Oklahoma on 30 January 1985 at approximately 58,000km. That owner kept the car for 21 years, performing what amounted to a rolling restoration during that period. The majority of this work was performed by Ferrari expert Patrick Ottis, including clutch and transaxle rebuild, suspension rebuild, engine (and all ancillaries such as distributors, carburetors, alternator etc.) rebuild, front and rear suspension rebuilds, and brake rebuild. This all occurred within 10,000 miles. A bare metal repaint was performed by Brian Hoyt’s Perfect Reflections in 1989, and the interior retrimmed in 1987. The wheels were also refinished and the chrome renewed.

The car’s next owner purchased the car in January of 2007 at Fantasy Junction, and promptly took the car on a road trip over the Sierra Nevada mountains, despite it being winter. He continued to drive the car extensively during his ownership, taking it on a 2,000 kilometer trip to the Palm Springs area, and using it often on tours and driving events closer to his Marin County home. In all, he added nearly 27,000 kilometers (16,600 miles) to the car’s odometer during his 11 years of ownership. He has documented his fastidious care of the car obsessively, including a complete engine rebuild about 6,000 miles ago in 2012-2013, at which time the clutch and throw-out bearing were also replaced, extensive hydraulic brake system work performed, and a great deal of other work also performed. Other maintenance work included a rebuilt alternator, heater core, and radiator. Cosmetic aspects were also addressed including some paint touch up, new leather luggage straps, restored center console, and many other items. All of this work is included in chronological binders showing every task performed, from rebuilding the instruments to replacing the stickers in the engine compartment, and even some coins found in the car dating from the 1960s and 70s.

Today, the car presents as a beautifully maintained and attractive example that has been enjoyed but also properly kept. The paint still presents beautifully and shows minimal wear: the occasional swirls and a few chips on the front of the car from road use, some of which have been touched up. The body is straight, as is the bright trim, which is excellent overall with light swirls. The glass and lights are very good to excellent, with light wear but no major chips or cracks to the Carello headlamps and other lights. The front windscreen was recently replaced and is in excellent condition, while the rear windscreen has a few marks on it. The triplex heated glass sticker is still present. The Campagnolo alloy wheels are in very good condition overall and wear correct non-70 series high profile Michelin XWX tires, which were fitted by the current owner.

The interior is in very good condition. The leather is in excellent condition and still supple, despite having been fitted over thirty years ago. The carpets are in good condition, and the dashboard, wood trim, steering wheel, and instruments are all excellent. The headliner appears to be original and is in good condition considering this. The dome and glove box lights are still functional, as is the clock, which keeps good time. The trunk retains correct carpet in excellent condition, and a matching Campagnolo spare wheel is in place under the trunk floor.

The engine compartment is nicely detailed and correctly presented. The original type decals are in place on the radiator hose, brake booster, and other components, and the windscreen fluid washer bag is still in place. The fuel lines were replaced when the engine was rebuilt and are of the correct yellow type. The undercarriage is similarly nice and impressively clean for a car that has been driven so regularly. It is structurally excellent and the mechanical components are tidy and correct in appearance.

The car is a pleasure to drive. The revs cleanly and sounds good. It feels strong following the recent rebuild and displays good oil pressure. The transaxle is excellent, with good synchromesh from cold and properly adjusted linkage. The chassis and suspension are tight and operate properly while the brakes are effective and intuitive to use, with good bite, linear operation, and proper assistance from the booster. Overall this car is an easy car to use, inspiring the driver’s confidence and exemplifying why these cars are so highly regarded. It is an engaging, competent, and satisfying car to drive, with great all around performance without being harsh or excessively focused on any one particular mission.

This car comes with a host of extras. In addition to the 8 binders of documentation, the car comes with a reproduction tool roll with tools, light bulb holder, manuals with pouch, warning triangle, an uninstalled Blaupunkt radio, miscellaneous uninstalled spare parts, and a set of floor mats.

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a 330GTC that is ideal to use and enjoy. Exceptionally well-looked after, this car has proven itself to be a reliable long-distance touring car and benefits from the type of fettling that an enthusiastic and competent caretaker provides over years of continuous use and ownership. A matching numbers example with extensive documentation, this longtime California car will be ideal for the owner seeking a car to drive and enjoy, but which also has excellent integrity and no excuses.

The above vehicle information is complete and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. Corrections or additional information is always appreciated. All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and any emission testing charge. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. All advertised to be true but not guaranteed. We assume no liability for errors or omissions.

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Fantasy Junction  •  510-653-7555  •  1145 Park Ave, Emeryville, CA 94608