In 1964, as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones redefined entertainment, Ferrari was captivating the world of luxury cars.
The 275 GTB, unveiled at the 1964 Paris Motor Show, showcased Ferrari’s shift to modernism, succeeding the elegant 250 GT Lusso. Designed by Ferrari, Pininfarina, and Scaglietti, the car featured a long bonnet, rear-set cabin, and distinctive Kamm tail.
Its engineering advanced with a lighter frame, a 3.3-liter V12 engine producing 280 horsepower, and Ferrari’s first five-speed rear transaxle.
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The 275 GTB evolved quickly, highlighted by racing versions like the 275 GTB ‘Speciale,’ which achieved third place at Le Mans in 1965.
By 1966, Ferrari introduced the 275 GTB4 with a quad-cam V12, delivering 300 horsepower, and created the ultra-rare NART Spider, a convertible variant ordered by U.S. agent Luigi Chinetti.
One of the most famous 275 GTBs, chassis no. 10621, was owned by Steve McQueen, who had it customized and used it to commute during the filming of Bullitt. Decades later, the car underwent a meticulous restoration, recapturing the raw, thrilling power of its Colombo V12 engine.
Driving the 275 GTB, whether on the Pacific Coast Highway or a racetrack, remains an unparalleled Ferrari experience that blends car and legend.
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