The only factory-owned Series I Ferrari 250 GTO is heading to auction

The auction specialists at RM Sotheby's have put a pre-auction estimate in excess of £47 million on the one-of-a-kind Ferrari 250 GTO.

By: Jordan Aquistapace

Aug 20, 2023 at 12:17pm ET

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A monumental opportunity has arisen for Ferrari enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. RM Sotheby's is pleased to present the only factory-owned Series I GTO to be raced by the Scuderia Ferrari, a 1962 Ferrari 330 LM / 250 GTO (chassis 3765) is set to be auctioned on 13 November 2023, at Sotheby's in New York.

With a rich racing history that includes a class win and a 2nd-overall finish at the 1962 Nürburgring 1,000 KM, this iconic Ferrari example was driven by legends like Mike Parkes and Lorenzo Bandini. The car also holds the title of runner-up in the 1962 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 1965 Sicilian Hillclimb Championship.

Formerly owned by a chairman of the Ferrari Club of America, the 330 LM / 250 GTO benefits from 38 years of meticulous care under current ownership. It has been adorned with awards such as an FCA Platinum Award, the Coppa Bella Macchina at the Cavallino Classic, and Best of Show at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance.

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The 250 GTO's robust documentation, including factory build sheets and magazine features, adds to its allure. For Ferrari aficionados, the upcoming auction of this legendary vehicle represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of automotive history, one that has stood as a symbol of racing excellence and elegance for decades. View all current RM Sotheby's inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below.

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