The world's most revered Ferrari icon
One of only thirty-six cars produced and with a great racing pedigree, the 250 GTO has become one of the icons of Ferrari production history, gaining ever-increasing admiration from car connoisseurs.
Specifications & Features
Explore the Ferrari 250 GTO at 1:8 scale
The Ferrari 250 GTO has been described by Ferrari afficionados as "the world's most revered and valuable classic car" and as "... peak Ferrari: a red-blooded homologation special with a glittering race history". No model car collection would be complete without the 250 GTO in its line up.
This 1:8 scale model is a faithful replica of a series 1 model chassis number #3987GT, originally produced in 1962 for Luigi Chinetti N.A.R.T. (North American Racing Team) of New York, USA. Today, it is owned by Ralph Lauren and on display at L'art de L'automobile, the Ralph Lauren Collection at Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.
Every detail has been captured using 3D laser scanning techniques of the original model, from the Ferrari Tipo 168/62 Colombo V12 engine to the 'D'-shaped panels retained by quarter turn fasteners on the upper face of the nose.
The riveted metalwork on the interior side of the doors and detailed dashboard and switches reveal the stripped back approach to producing a racing thoroughbred.
The high quality die-cast metal bodywork provides a truly authentic finish for the Ferrari Rosso Cina exterior paint colour, and the large scale provides an opportunity for working interior lights, headlights, brake lights and flashing indicator lights.
Specification
- Scale: 1:8
- Length: 21” (53cm)
- Width: 8” (20cm)
- Height: 6” (15cm)
- Bodywork: Die-cast metal
- Details: ABS engineering plastic
- Number of parts: appx 780 parts
Features
- Painted in distinctive Rosso Cina
- Illuminating headlights and brake lights
- Faithfully reproduced Ferrari Tipo 168/62 Colombo V12 engine
- Hear the engine roar and sound the horn at the push of a button
- Opening doors, trunk and hood
- Functional steering wheel
- Interior cockpit light
N.A.R.T Option
- All kits come with everything you need to convert this 250 GTO into the 1962 Paris 1000 Kilometres winner.
- Pedro and Ricardo Rodriguez version
- No. 1 decals for bonnet, side doors and rear
- Two N.A.R.T badges to attach to the tail
- Replacement licence plate
It's all in the detail
Outstanding detail at 1:8 scale
AUTHENTIC ENGINE
Replica Ferrari Tipo 168/62 Colombo V12 engine
Iconic Vents
'D'-shaped panels on the upper face of the nose
INTERIOR DETAIL
Detailed dashboard dials, switches and steering wheel
OPENING DOORS
The doors pull open and windows slide open
WORKING ELECTRICS
Working headlights, rear lights and indicator lights
WIRE WHEELS
Replica Borrani wire wheels
1962 N.A.R.T option
You can choose to keep your model as the 'street version' or alternatively create a replica of the car that won the 1000 km of Paris in 1962.
The 1000 km of Paris became part of the World Sportscar Championship in 1962 and the dominance of the Ferrari 250 GTO was unchallenged taking the first six places. Pedro and Ricardo Rodriguez came in first place averaging 157.7 km/h over 129 laps of the Circuit de Linas-Montlhéry (France).
Everything you need to convert your model into this race version is included in your Packs - so you all you need to do is to decide which one!
No. 1 decals
For front, back and sides of the car
N.A.R.T badges
Replicas of the North American Racing Team emblems for the rear
Licence Plate
The plate used on the 1962 Paris winning Ferrari.
VIDEO
Our model
1962 1000 KM of Paris
The Mexican Rodríguez brothers' last race for Ferrari
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The Definitive Ferrari
Ferrari 250 GTO History
The 250 GTO represents pure competitive performance for the 250 GT series. Debuting in 1962 at the annual pre-season Ferrari press conference, it was one of six racing models displayed by Ferrari. The 250 GTO was the only front engine model on display and was created to compete in the Group 3 GT category in response to the threat posed by Shelby's Cobra and Jaguar's E-Type.
Evolving from the 250 GT SWB. Development was assigned to chief engineer Giotto Bizzarrini, with further development from Mauro Forghieri after the majority of Ferrari engineers left after a dispute with Enzo Ferrari in 1961. The chassis was altered to reduce weight, stiffen the frame and lower the new engine – replacing the previous one with the Le Mans winning Tipo 168/62 Comp. 3.0 L V12 from the 250 Testa Rossa.
Aerodynamics were a main focus of the design, aiming to improve top speed and stability. Testing in a wind tunnel as well as on the track, the the result was an all-aluminium body with a long, low nose with distinctive air intakes. This innovated design propelled the 250 GTO when it was deployed to race, where it decimated the competition.
Ferrari achieved maximum points in the 1962 Division 3 Championship for sports cars over 2.0 L, while at the fifth round of the 24 Hours of Le Mans the 250 GTO placed second and third behind a Ferrari 330 TRI/LM. Other manufacturers argued with the governing body that the GTO was not a GT car, as less than 100 had been produced. Citing Appendix J, Section 25, a car was not disqualified if it was a normal evolution of the type. Upgraded from the largely produced 250 GT, the GTO was declared legal.
The 250 GTO was highly sought after but costing close to £6000 (enough for a small house at the time) limited the customer base. On top of this, Enzo Ferrari hand-picked those who could purchase one, with some citing that it was deemed too dangerous to drive for all but the most experienced racers by Ferrari. One of these drivers was Luigi Chinetti of N.A.R.T (North American Racing Team), who took his car to the 1000 km of Paris where it won 1st place under Pedro and Ricardo Rodriguez.
This car was chassis number 3987GT. Originally, it was painted classic red and sported the number 1 along with the N.A.R.T team stickers on the rear. By the end of 1962, it was sold to Mecom Racing Team of Houston, Texas, to be raced by Roger Penske and Augie Pabst. Mecom modified the bodywork, adding a third side slot vent, removing the front rectangular lights and installing an orange roof light. Still painted red, it was raced in the 12hr at Sebring. The car’s next race would be the Road America 500, but further modifications were made. The shape of the front bonnet was changed and it was painted light metallic blue with a white centre stripe.
After this, the car changed hands numerous times. Otto Zipper Motors purchased it in 1963 and raced it once with Richie Ginther. In 1972, when it was owned by Stuard Baumgard, the car caught fire and the original engine was changed with a 6045 from a 250 LM.
In 1985 it was sold to fashion tycoon Ralph Lauren for $300,000 USD, who had it fully restored over the following years by repainting it in the original red colour and refitted with an original engine bought from Don Walker. The car was displayed at L’art de L’automobile, the Ralph Lauren collection at Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, with an estimated value of $48.4 million USD.
Technical Specification
Car type: Two-seater berlinetta
Dry weight: 880 kg (1,940 lbs)
Dimensions: 4325 mm (170 1/4 in) long, 1600 mm (63 in) wide,
1210 mm (47 5/8 in) high
Wheelbase: 2400 mm (94 1/2 in)
Power: 300 hp at 7400 rpm
Torque: 294 Nm at 5500 rpm
Engine: Ferrari Tipo 168/62 Comp. 3.0L 60° V12, six Weber 38 DCN carburettors
Displacement: 2953.1 cc
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Layout: front, longitudinally mounted
Top speed: 280 km/h (174 mph)
0-60 mph: 2.9 sec
Ferrari 250 GTO Trivia
Only 36 Ferrari 250 GTOs were produced between 1962 and 1964. Unlike many classic collectors cars, all 36 are accounted for.
“250” refers to the cubic-centimetre displacement in each of the 12 cylinders
The 'O' in GTO stands for 'Omologato' – Homologation, a reference to it conforming to racing specifications.
It holds the record for the most valuable Ferrari in the world, with a record-breaking $70 million USD paid for one in a private transaction.
Each Ferrari 250 GTO was hand-built, making no two alike – differences in construction of the chassis to the bodywork which was hammered into shape over wooden forms make each one unique.