A 1958 Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet Series I is set to dazzle at auction with an estimated value of £4.3 million. This exquisite vehicle, the 23rd of only 40 ever made, epitomizes luxury and rarity.
Designed by the iconic Pinin Farina, this classic Ferrari retains its original chassis, engine, gearbox, rear axle, and body, making it a prized gem for collectors. It is ‘Red Book’ certified by Ferrari Classiche, confirming its full matching-numbers authenticity.
Listed by RM Sotheby’s, the car will be auctioned in Monaco. The Ferrari is adorned with unique one-off coachwork, featuring covered headlamps, distinctive side vents, and front bumperettes.
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Presented in its original Bianco color with a stunning Turchese leather interior, this vehicle combines aesthetic beauty with historic significance.
The provenance of this Ferrari is well-documented, including registrations, invoices dating back to the mid-1960s, and period photos, enhancing its collectible value.
Unlike other models, this car was crafted in Farina’s custom shop, making it a virtual one-off and a part of Ferrari’s first series-built convertibles.
Introduced at the Genova Salon in March 1957, this Cabriolet is celebrated for its performance and design. “This superlative Cabriolet Series I is a magnificent example of Maranello’s rare 250 GT-based convertible tourer,” stated RM Sotheby’s. “It would make a crowning acquisition for any collector of vintage Ferraris or important open post-war sports cars.”
In total, only 40 of these first series Pinin Farina Cabriolets were produced before a mid-1959 redesign aimed to differentiate the Cabriolet from the California Spider.
Equipped with a competition-derived chassis and the formidable Tipo 128C Colombo-designed short-block V-12 engine, this Ferrari was not only beautiful but also capable of exhilarating road performance, representing the pinnacle of open-top grand touring in the late 1950s.
This auction offers a rare opportunity to acquire a significant piece of Ferrari’s illustrious history, promising its next owner untold satisfaction both on the road and in the concours field.
Source: Extremely rare 1958 Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet Series I heads to auction
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