On the 1972 Geneva Motor Present, Ferrari launched an open-top model of the Dino 246 known as the GTS. Over 1200 examples have been produced over a two yr interval. The 246 GTS had a detachable roof panel just like the 1967 Porsche 911 Targa. Each these automobiles copied the concept from the Surrey-Prime Triumph TR4 which was the primary to make use of such a panel.

The Dino line was created in honor of Enzo Ferrari’s son Alfredo Ferrari who was championing the V6 engine earlier than his premature loss of life. The collection started with a variety of 206 sport prototypes and finally the 246 highway automobiles.

The attract of the 246 GTS is additional enhanced by two unique options recognized amongst collectors as “Chairs and Flares.” “Chairs” refers to particular seats borrowed from Ferrari’s V-12-powered GTB/4 Daytona, that includes iconic leather-based racing-style buckets with putting inserts in a contrasting coloration.  Complementing this, the “Flares” possibility affords Group 4-style flared wheel arches that add a contact of aggression to the Dino’s elegantly flowing strains. These arches home particular 7.5-inch-wide magnesium alloy forged Campagnolo wheels distinctive to the mannequin.

Notably, every function may very well be ordered independently, making automobiles geared up with each “Chairs & Flares” exceptionally uncommon and extremely sought-after. Analysis signifies that fewer than 150 GTS examples have been produced with each options, elevating them to the top of Dino manufacturing.

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