- Ferrari Classiche certification

- Excellent condition

- Extensive work carried out between 2014 and 2018

When Ferrari decided to produce a mid-engined car, it completely re-designed the engine, with a set-up tested on the race track : a flat 12-cylinder engine which gave its name to the car : "Berlinetta Boxer". Initially 4.4-litres, this grew to 5-litres and received fuel-injection on the 512 BBi version, producing 340 bhp. Capable of 285 km/h, the car put Ferrari into the Supercar league.

This particular example was delivered new to Garage Francorchamp SA in Belgium on the 6th of May 1982. It was shipped to the USA the following year and remained there until 2010, when it was brought back to Europe by an English collector. In February 2014, it changed hands (still in England) and was serviced by specialist Bob Houghton Ltd in Gloucestershire. It had a major restoration carried out in 2015 and the following year, a major mechanical overhaul was done when the mileage was at 27,906 km, including the replacement of belts, the clutch and the alternator, as well as servicing of the power steering and the air conditioning compressor. It was the subsequent owner who took initiative to obtain the highly sought-after Ferrari Classiche certification, attesting to the authenticity of the chassis, body, engine and gearbox numbers. In order to secure certification in April 2018, it was necessary to have the original exhaust system refitted. A file of invoices totalling over £70,000 between 2014 and 2018 bears witness to the work carried out. With less than 30,000 km on the clock today, in desirable condition, as well as featuring high-quality paintwork and upholstery that has aged perfectly, this superb certified BB is a truly exceptional example.

Photos © Loïc Kernen