1973 Ferrari 246 'Dino' - GTS "Chairs and Flares"

Body Style: “Chairs and Flares”

Condition: Excellent

Restoration: Recently restored

Certification: Ferrari Classiche Certificate

Key Features:

Rare find: One of approx. 91 factory “Chairs and Flares” cars with US spec

Daytona seats

Air conditioning

Power windows

Campagnolo wide wheels

Targa top paint is more glossy than original

Underbody cover plates painted black

Carpet and heel pads replaced with new items

Repair and maintenance completed (oil leaks addressed)

Minimal use since 2013

About five years ago, the current owner imported this vehicle from Los Angeles, USA.

Two years ago, a restoration was carried out.

The Classic Car certificate was reissued after the restoration.

Vehicle History

197?–1978: Originally sold in Arizona, USA

US model, Daytona package with AC and power windows.

Later owned in California

Yellow exterior with black leather interior. For further details, refer to the Dino Register

1978–1983

Owned by Bary Gabler of Oxnard Shores, California

Offered for sale in 1983. Red exterior with black leather interior

For further details, refer to the Dino Register.

October 1984

Offered for sale by Mark Fels of Los Angeles, California, USA.

Red exterior with black leather interior.

Full Daytona package with Campagnolo wide wheels, air conditioning, and power windows.

California car, no rust.

June 2007

Offered for sale on eBay from Greensboro, North Carolina, USA.

Light red (Rosso Chiaro) with black Daytona seats.

Mileage: 25,000 miles (40,233 km).

August 2007

Sold by Sport Auto in Summerfield, North Carolina, USA, to Mr. Tony Shooshani in Beverly Hills, California.

February 2008

Offered for sale by Ferrari Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills, California, USA.

Red exterior with black leather interior.

Mileage: 25,009 miles (40,248 km).

One of 95 “Chairs and Flares” certified by the Ferrari Classiche program.

In very clean condition with excellent mechanical state (FML3303).

2008

Purchased by Berlinetta Motorcars, Huntington Station, New York, USA.

September–November 2008 Offered for sale by Berlinetta Motorcars (FCA News).

January 2009

No buyer found at this point.

Red exterior with black leather interior.

All original, including interior, and in excellent condition.

Solid and powerful, the perfect car for any drive.

Mileage: 25,000 miles (40,233 km) (FML3401).

December 2012

From the RM auction catalog in Arizona.

The popular “Chairs and Flares” model

Features factory-original air conditioning and power windows.

Reportedly one of only 92 units produced.

Several years ago, restored (Fly Yellow paint finish, black leather interior, chrome plating)

New clutch and complete engine overhaul.

March 2013

Offered for sale by Exclusive Motorcars in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Yellow exterior with black interior.

Mileage: 26,692 miles (42,956 km).

2013 Offered for sale by Russo and Steele at an auction in Newport Beach, California.

Sale did not proceed.

November 2013

Offered for sale by Crave Luxury Auto per duPont Registry.

Mileage: 26,716 miles (42,995 km).

Yellow exterior with black interior.

2013 Offered for sale by Motostalgia Auctions d'Elegance at the Austin Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, USA.

Restored approximately one year prior, the vehicle was returned to 100% original factory specifications.

Originally a California-registered vehicle, its mileage is estimated to be just under 27,000 miles (43,452 km) from new.

The body was completely stripped, the surface prepared, and then sprayed in the original Fly Yellow color.

All seats were reupholstered in new leather, the side panels and the “mouse hair” dash carpet were replaced, and all seals were renewed.

All glass is in pristine condition, free of dents or wiper marks.

The chrome plating is bright and reflective.

During the restoration, the engine was removed for a complete overhaul, including belt replacement and carburetor rebuild, ensuring the mechanics are also in good condition.

Simultaneously, the suspension components and clutch were replaced with new parts.

Included

Full documentation of vehicle history

Original tool kit

Storage pouch