Ferrari 250 GTO in Malaysia?

[Won]

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The three hallowed letters ‘GTO’ only adorns the best of best Ferraris. The GTO denotes ‘Gran Turismo Omologata’ where road-going Ferraris were homologated for track use. This explains why only three cars in the Ferrari stable have ever worn that badge – the 250 GTO, 288 GTO, and the most recent 599 GTO. Of this trio, the most collectible has to be the 250GTO, with it consistently breaking world record auction prices.

Produced between the years of 1962 – 1964, it is said that only 39 GTOs were ever made. Unsurprisingly, even fewer remain on roads today, which explains in part why the 250GTO commands such a high price. My knowledge of vintage Ferraris is admittedly poor, but from what I have read, the 250GTO is based upon the 250 SWB Berlinetta. While the short wheelbase remain unchanged, Ferrari changed much of the tubular steel frame braces and suspension mounting joints to increase stiffness to provide enhanced balance on track. Power came in the form of a 3-litre V12 as used in the racing 250TR, with some modifications allowing the high-revving V12 to produce 300hp at 7,500rpm. While 100hp per litre might not sound like very much, you have to remember that these figures were exceptional during that period. Mated to a 5-speed gearbox, the V12 proved to be a powerful powerplant – linear and tractable in its power delivery.

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Imagine my surprise when I saw this silver 250GTO during the recent Zerotohundred Shell Helix 2011 Invasion Tour to Penang! I’ve never seen a 250GTO in the flesh before but to me, there seemed to be some oddities to the proportions of the car... As it turned out, the GTO you see in this article is actually a replica. Structurally and mechanically, it is based on a 1974 260Z Fairlady, endowed with a 2.5-litre inline 6-cylinder paired to a 5-speed manual box.

I had a quick conversation with Frank, the owner of this 250 GTO replica and it turns out that he’s actually looking to sell the car as he will be moving away from Malaysia. While I cannot vouch for the mechanical well-being of this car, in the flesh, this car does look to be in good condition. The quality of the conversion seems to be of solid, maintaining the curves of the car inspiration was taken from. Perhaps one important point is that the A/C is in good working condition! Very few 250 GTOs still exist in today’s world, and with the last few shifting hands for over 30 Million Sterling Pounds, this would be the next best choice.

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The car and owner are located in Penang, and as I was not given an asking price, interested parties should give Frank a call at: 016-444 7280.

 

[ixeo]

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Thought I wonder if it'll pass Puspakom inspection.

 

[Veloc]

Bro the recent 599 not GTB meh? Got GTO come out?

 

[Won]

@ixeo: I didn't ask if it had already passed Puspakom, but that certainly is an interesting question.

@Veloc: The 599 came in several variants - GTB, HGTE, and GTO; I took pictures of this here.

 

[Veloc]

I see it. Thanks bro... Not much knowledge on italian supers. But I love the GTB

 

[spec-c]

puspakom inspection? on grant stated fairlady... looks like a ferrari... oh what an inspection it would be

 

[namakuAriff]

r3k4hsttub, do u have any picture of the interior?would love to see it..tq in advance sir..

 

[khilside]

wow...........

 

[mustang125]

dats cool man......where to c this car again?

 

[corolla_KE70]

"where to c this car again?"................. y u no read properly ????

 

[spec-c]

LOL too lazy to read the article??

 

[pupjoint]

that car still needs work from what i see to make it closer

 

[davisbmw1]

There is a much more accurate one in the Charlotte, NC area. The car that is shown here missed replicating the original by making the HUGE mistake of keeping the Datsun rear hatch. GTO's never had this look. Let me know if anyone is interested in seeing pictures of one done correctly.

 

[Won]

@davisbmw1: Would be great if you could share some pictures in here, mate.

 

[mustang125]

lol...i missed da location while doin speed reading.bro,i got a doubt.hope u can clear me out;d0 we need extra super license/trainings other then "D" to ride supercars?

 

[K2 stanley]

Hope i can see this on the road in my life.

 

[EvolutionZ]

at a glance, i guess not many can differentiate or realise its a replica....

 

[Won]

One thing that stood out immediately for me was the rear. If you look carefully, you'll notice how the rear tapers quickly downwards, giving it a much sleeker, and shorter backside. Here is how the actual posterior of a 250 GTO looks like:
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[HBS]

Perhaps he should replicate the GTO by Drago aka GTO the breadvan.It featured aerodynamic improvement & noticebly ugly boxy rear end that easily replicated by any means.

& other things that hard to replicate is the front lower contour especially defined by the position of the iconic 3 mouth grill to the front end wheel fender.

But since the GTO is so limited & being stamped on the chassis with odd(?) number to satisfy CIS(nowadays FIA) rules to homoglated the car for World Sportscar Championship Production Class(which need to have atleast 55 road car model or 300 on which the car would running on any given CIS sanctioned world championship events such World Endurances Championship,& Seperated World Championship For Makes) so in the end there not too much car that lying on the road today,& original condition has been scarce & rare due to modification that the Ferrari factory team has made on certain chassis to be eligible with rules(such as longer wheelbase,3.0l engine rules on such.) & this also make birth to SWB(Short WheelBase) & LWB(Long WheelBase).

But still with the homoglation road version quickly snapped by aristocrats & rich & famous during the 60's,that some of them want to be very differents from each other,the original condition of the early car is the most sought-after by collector or auto museum.

There is some GTO's that gone today are custom made by carrozeria Marrazi,GTO By Ghiaa Of Italy,& some has been made as styling exercise by Pinninfarina itself.

Super rare car,lotsa winning,lotsa loopholes being passed,much less has been on the world today explaining why this is the ultimate prestige of Red Pranching horses brand.

 

[mustang125]

braders,no answer kah
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