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Joining the vintage club - 1967 330GTC

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  1. JazzyO

    JazzyO F1 World Champ

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    #1 JazzyO, Jun 5, 2009
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    Well friends,

    today is the day that I join the Ferrari vintage owners club. I've been a fan of vintage Ferraris since I was a kid but ever since I bought my first Ferrari almost exactly 2 years ago - a 550 Maranello which I still own - and joined F-chat the exposure to vintage Ferrari owners has made me crave those wonderful cars more and more. Last September, I was lucky enough to purchase a 365 Berlinetta Boxer which is an amazing car, but a V12 from the '60ies was still on the list. Most of these cars are outside of my budget, but I've always been a fan of the 330GTC's wonderful lines and concept. Knowing a bit more about them, I think it's right to summarise them as a 275GTB undercarriage with different body, much more soundproofing, more luxury and a bigger engine. For me, a truly undervalued model in the Ferrari community. Luckily, that makes them affordable for me.

    The car I'm picking up today is from early 1967, #9367. It has had only 3 owners - delivered in Switzerland it stayed with its first owner until 1984. The car was white with white interior.... quite an odd combination! It moved to the States in 1984 where it was repainted red and given a black interior, and 4 years later it moved to Holland into the hands of the current owner. The current owner is a longstanding classic Ferrari collector who is very meticulous and has restored the car to wonderful condition, in Sera Blu, between 1988 and 1993. Since then, the car has travelled 33k kms and has been to many Ferrari and classic events all over Europe. The restoration only comprised stripping of paint, retinning (yes - the old method!), spraying and retrimming the interior. No expense was spared to make the car as original as possible, although it is of course not the original interior nor the original exterior colour. Since the restoration she's had no further work done but she looks better than new. The quality of the paint work is spectacular, and the retinning has made the panels just perfect. Not a kink or blemish to be found.

    I am very privileged that the owner consented to sell the car to me, as he had trouble letting it go. I think the pics speak for themselves - and you will see why I fell for her the first time I saw her over 2 months ago.

    Next week I am taking the car on a 6 day tour to Switzerland with other Ferrari owners and I am dying to get to know her! It will be wonderful to drive her through the Alps. And in September I'll take her to the Goodwood Revival - a perfect companion for a weekend like that. After that, perhaps I'll get bold enough to drive her like the old owner did: mostly sideways... These cars are apparently much more sporty than many think. I can't wait to find out.

    I'll post more and better pics as time goes on. For now - I just have to pinch myself. :)


    Onno
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  2. 275gtb6c

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    #2 275gtb6c, Jun 5, 2009
    Onno,

    beautiful! They did a great job and all the fun is ahead! Color combination is, well let's say, even better than original.....
    Enjoy and we meet soon.

    Ciao
    Oscar
     
  3. Arvin Grajau

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    #3 Arvin Grajau, Jun 5, 2009
    nice model to own,IMO the ideal Ferrari for cruising with one's partner.
    The low shine on the leather looks very period,well done.
     
  4. f308jack

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    #4 f308jack, Jun 5, 2009
    Onno,

    I'm green with envy!

    Your new baby just looks great, and like Oscar said, all the fun is ahead.

    I have never seen a white/white 330 GTC, and hope I never will. The colour combo is magnificent.

    Congratulations!

    Jack.
     
  5. Arvin Grajau

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    #5 Arvin Grajau, Jun 5, 2009
    white with tan is ok.
     
  6. Julio Batista

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    #6 Julio Batista, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations!

    You have just purchased one of the best classic Ferraris. Good times lie ahead.

    Cheers!

    Julio
     
  7. celestialcoop

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    #7 celestialcoop, Jun 5, 2009
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    Kudos Onno,

    Your GTC is exquisite! I've not seen one in that color. Wow! I'm confident that you will be pleased with the surprisingly nimble handling and the excellent ride, and will find yourself gazing at the lines and subtle styling cues that will nurture you love for this masterpiece. Understated, elegant, comfortable. She is a marvelous addition to your stable.

    Our first Ferrari was a 330 GTC. It was red on black with Borranis, not quite concours but a lovely driver. It had a tad over 99k miles on the clock when we parted company. My wife enjoyed it nearly as much as I did, and we suffered serious seller's remorse when it left our home.

    Onno, please accept this note of caution when driving your beauty: Respect her age and remember her raison d'etre. Don't push the envelope as you might in the Maranello, and don't flog her as you could the Boxer. She is a classy lady, certainly capable of spirited performance...but more sure-footed as a grand tourer.

    Don't ever let her go.
    Coop
     
  8. henkie

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    #8 henkie, Jun 5, 2009
    Onno, as already said you really bought a work of art.
    I am looking forward to our fortcoming ride next sunday.

    I hope you will have a good time with it.
     
  9. pterps

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    #9 pterps, Jun 5, 2009
    It's a beautifull car Onno, I am looking forward to seeing it myself this afternoon, you are lucky guy!
     
  10. GTE

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    #10 GTE, Jun 5, 2009
    Drive safely!

    Boy, this car is just gorgeous!
     
  11. Simon

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    #11 Simon, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations Onno the GTC is a very pretty car.

    Where in Switzerland will you be driving?
     
  12. 500tr

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    #12 500tr, Jun 5, 2009
    Congrats!

    As I own my 330 GTC since 1999 I can tell you that you'll have a lot of fun with your new toy.
     
  13. JazzyO

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    #13 JazzyO, Jun 5, 2009
    Thanks everyone - really looking forward to it all.

    My Swiss friend has set out various Alpine passes for us to try. We'll be overnighting in Murten and Tarasp, and I'll be visiting a friend on the French side of Lake Geneva. I hope the weather will be good, but it's not a necessity to have fun of course.


    Onno
     
  14. simon klein

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    #14 simon klein, Jun 5, 2009
    That,as we say in Aussie, is the ducks guts.One of the best proper Ferrari,s ever,congrats.
     
  15. Simon

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    #15 Simon, Jun 5, 2009
    Other side of CH from me. Hoped I might bump into you and the GTC.
    Please post some pictures and impressions when you return.
    Cheers
    Simon

     
  16. Harry-SZ

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    #16 Harry-SZ, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations Onno!!
    The car looks fabulous!!!
    A 330GTC really is a fantastic classic V12.
     
  17. JazzyO

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    #17 JazzyO, Jun 5, 2009
    I'm sure we'll have that opportunity later, Simon.


    Onno
     
  18. ferraripete

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    #18 ferraripete, Jun 5, 2009
    onno,

    fantastic! don't forget your friends in the boxer section : )

    enjoy the gtc as it is stunning.

    best,

    pcb
     
  19. Ashman

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    #19 Ashman, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations and enjoy your new beauty!
     
  20. alx355gt

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    #20 alx355gt, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations Onno! Truly a Magnificent car!

    You just returned from Italy with the Maranello and next week you'll be driving the 330 GTC in Switzerland... meanwhile the 365BB is waiting in England.
    And let's not forget the TVR :) That's great! Life can be good! Enjoy!

    Would be great to see a pic of your 3 cars together someday. Super.

    Alexander
     
  21. rauldejalapeno

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    #21 rauldejalapeno, Jun 5, 2009
    She's simply stunning, Onno! Congratulations!
     
  22. st@ven

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    #22 st@ven, Jun 5, 2009
    Big congrats to one proud Owner! (Again....)

    Hope to see you soon with her Onno, you might bring her to PP3
     
  23. wr11265

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    #23 wr11265, Jun 5, 2009
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    "and I'll be visiting a friend on the French side of Lake Geneva"

    at the Casino D'Evian, a little bit of gambling Onno?:D:D

    Further: BEAUTIFUL car Onno.:)
     
  24. DMC

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    #24 DMC, Jun 5, 2009
    Stunning car. Congratulations and enjoy.
     
  25. ColdWater

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    #25 ColdWater, Jun 5, 2009
    Congratulations, this is quite a catch. It has to be the best GTC I've seen in all respects.

    Hope you have a chance to try the Stelvio Pass, my favorite although the Furka ranks close behind. Recommend the Hotel Meisser in Guarda if you haven't already booked in Tarasp.
     
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