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There are few opportunities quite like this. A wonderfully unusual and exceptionally rare Ferrari 400, finished in its original and highly distinctive Gold Poly metallic paintwork, this is a car with a fascinating history, an exceptionally unusual specification and, remarkably, just 33,752 miles recorded from new. One of only 123 right hand drive examples supplied new to the UK, chassis 27129 is understood to be one of just four examples ordered in Gold Poly metallic. The accompanying copies of the factory build records and original specification sheet confirm that the car was originally ordered by Maranello Concessionaires Ltd for their Ferrari dealer, Ritchies of Glasgow. Its original specification called for Gold Poly metallic coachwork, brown hide seats with beige stripes and dark brown Bruciato carpets.

The Ferrari has been in the ownership of its current private keeper for an impressive 32 years. An enthusiast and former privateer racing driver, he acquired the car in the early 1990s and has kept it alongside a collection of other interesting classics. Having last been driven during the mid-1990s, the 400 has remained laid up for the best part of three decades, before recently being brought out of the collection as the owner has finally decided that the time has come to part with it. There were seven former keepers prior to his lengthy ownership.

As one would expect from a car that has spent so long out of use, the Ferrari now requires recommissioning and restoration. Encouragingly, the engine turns freely, and the electrical systems showed signs of life during an initial inspection. The original leather seats have also survived remarkably well, appearing to be in particularly pleasing condition for their age.

The history file is sizeable and includes copies of the factory build records and specification sheet, numerous maintenance and service invoices from Maranello Concessionaires, further bills from respected specialists JCT 600, period literature, correspondence and letters from previous owners, together with old sales invoices, providing a valuable record of the car's earlier life and ownership. Also included is the current V5 registration document and two Ferrari 400 manuals. Offered without reserve, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity to acquire a rare, matching numbers, UK supplied Ferrari with a rare factory specification, remarkably low mileage and a fascinating history. Finding a 400 is one thing; finding one in this specification, and with such a low recorded mileage is quite another. For the enthusiast who appreciates the appeal of an unusual Ferrari and the satisfaction of bringing an important example back to its former glory, this is a particularly compelling proposition. Consigned by Daniel Godin

Guide price £14,000-£22,000

Interested parties should note that the private registration number has been removed and, as a result, the application for a replacement V5 has resulted in an additional keeper being recorded.

Lot details
Year: 1979
Make: Ferrari
Model: 400 Automatic
Registration: UK registered
Chassis No: 27129
Engine No: 27129
Odometer: 33,752

* Low-mileage, matching-numbers example showing a genuine 33,752 miles from new

* One of just 123 right hand drive examples supplied new to the UK

* One of only four examples ordered in Gold Poly metallic paintwork

* In the ownership of the current keeper for an impressive 32 years

* Recently uncovered barn find example, presenting an exciting restoration opportunity

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Vehicle data

Make: Ferrari
Model series: 400
Model name: 400i
First registration date: Not provided
Year of manufacture: 1979
Mileage (read): 33,752 mi
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Coupe
Power (kW/hp): 228/310
Cubic capacity (cm³): 4823
Cylinders: 12
Doors: 2
Steering: Not specified
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: Not provided
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Disc
Rear brakes: Disc
Fuel type: Electric

1979 | Ferrari 400i

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