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    Ferrari Daytona

    by Ferrari

    "The front-engined V12 legend that defined an era"

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    $1,000,000 - $3,000,000 (classic); SP3: $2,000,000+Discontinued
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    Overview

    The Ferrari Daytona, officially the 365 GTB/4, is a two-seat grand tourer that Ferrari built from 1968 to 1973. It replaced the 275 GTB/4 and made its public debut at the Paris Auto Salon in 1968. The name "Daytona" wasn't official; it came from the press, celebrating Ferrari's 1-2-3 finish at the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona. The car featured a front-mounted Colombo V12, bored out to 4.4 liters, producing 352 horsepower. It was offered as a berlinetta (coupe) and a spyder (convertible), with the latter being rarer and more valuable today.

    Styled by Pininfarina, the Daytona's long hood and aggressive Kamm tail made it an instant classic. It was one of the last great front-engined Ferraris before the company shifted to mid-engined layouts. The car was fast, with a top speed over 174 mph, making it the world's fastest production car at the time. It appeared in films like Miami Vice and The Cannonball Run, cementing its pop culture status.

    Production ran until 1973, with about 1,400 berlinettas and just 127 spyders built. The Daytona was succeeded by the mid-engined 365 GT4 Berlinetta Boxer. Today, it's a highly sought-after collector's item, with pristine examples fetching millions at auction.

    Key Features

    • Front-mounted V12 engine
    • Kamm tail design
    • Pininfarina styling
    • World's fastest production car at launch
    • Rare spyder variant

    Specifications

    Engine4.4L Colombo V12
    Power352 hp
    Top speed174+ mph
    Body stylesBerlinetta, Spyder
    Production years1968-1973
    Units built~1,400 berlinettas, 127 spyders

    Pros & Cons

    Pros

    • • Timeless Pininfarina design
    • • Powerful and smooth V12
    • • Strong investment potential
    • • Exclusivity of the spyder

    Cons

    • • Expensive to maintain
    • • Heavy clutch and steering
    • • Limited visibility
    • • High acquisition cost

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much is a Ferrari Daytona worth?
    Classic 365 GTB/4 Daytonas typically sell between $1 million and $3 million depending on condition, provenance, and whether it's the much rarer spyder body style. The modern Daytona SP3 has carried auction estimates as high as $12 million for low-mileage examples.
    Is the Ferrari Daytona a good investment?
    Classic Daytonas have appreciated significantly over the past two decades, with the scarce spyder variants outperforming the market. The SP3, limited to 599 units, has also proven highly collectible with strong resale values.
    What engine does the Ferrari Daytona have?
    The classic 365 GTB/4 uses a front-mounted 4.4-liter Colombo V12 producing 352 horsepower, with a top speed over 174 mph. The modern SP3 uses a naturally aspirated V12 derived from the 812 Superfast.
    What is the difference between the Ferrari Daytona and Daytona SP3?
    The Daytona (365 GTB/4) is a front-engined grand tourer from 1968-1973, while the Daytona SP3 is a modern mid-rear-engined hypercar from the Icona series, paying tribute to Ferrari's 1967 Daytona racing success.
    When was the Ferrari Daytona released?
    The classic Ferrari Daytona debuted at the Paris Auto Salon in 1968 and was produced through 1973. The modern Daytona SP3 was revealed in 2021 as part of Ferrari's Icona series.

    Keywords

    FerrariDaytona365 GTB/4grand tourerV12Pininfarinaclassic carcollector carDaytona SP3Icona series

    Sources

    Wikipedia - Ferrari DaytonaClassic.com - Ferrari DaytonaBring a Trailer - Ferrari DaytonaFerrari Official - Daytona SP3Car Design News - Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage

    Product Info

    Brand
    Ferrari
    Category
    sports car
    Released
    1968
    Price
    $1,000,000 - $3,000,000 (classic); SP3: $2,000,000+
    Availability
    Discontinued
    Manufacturer
    Ferrari
    Designer
    Pininfarina
    Production
    1968-1973
    Units built
    ~1,400 berlinettas, 127 spyders
    Engine
    4.4L Colombo V12
    Power
    352 hp
    Top speed
    174+ mph

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