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1954 Ferrari 250 GT Europa Series II
Consistent serial production 250s begin with the Europa GT. Prior to this,
one could find differences between sequential Ferraris of the same model
by Steve Ahlgrim
Photos: RM Auctions
Details
Years produced: 1954–55
Number produced: 18 Series I, 34 Series II
Original list price: $9,500 approx.
SCM Valuation: $600,000–$800,000
Tune-up cost: $2,500
Distributor cap: $450 (two required)
Chassis #: Left frame member by
steering box
Engine #: Right rear above motor mount
Club: Ferrari Club of America
PO Box 720597, Atlanta, GA 30358
More: www.FerrariClubofAmerica.org
Alternatives: 1955–57 Pegaso Panoramica,
1946–53 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Corsa,
1955–58 Bentley S1 Continental Fastback
SCM Investment Grade: B
Comps
1954 Ferrari 250 Europa
Lot# 61, s/n 0341EU
Condition 1-
Not Sold at $380,000
Gooding, Pebble Beach, CA, 8/21/2005
SCM# 38921
Chassis number: 0361GT
alongside the 375 America, the 250 GT Europa was
Introduced to the public at the 1953 Paris Auto Salon
Ferrari’s first true Gran Turismo and the first road-
going Ferrari to be identified by the now-legendary
250 series nomenclature.
Pinin Farina’s design features a high-waisted silhou-
ette with a long, low hood, crisp lines and a large oval
grille. The elegant yet sporty 2+2 coupe is now regarded
as a classic and solidified Ferrari’s longstanding rela-
tionship with the design firm.
The Europa was the only Ferrari 250 to carry the
Aurelio Lampredi-designed V12, which was originally
designated for racing use and produced over 200 horse-
power. As such, the Europa was capable of a 135 mph
top speed and 0–60 times under eight seconds. The V12
engine was coupled with an all-synchromesh transmis-
sion and, in conjunction with the car’s superb handling
characteristics, made for an outstanding Gran Turismo
package.
The exceptional left-hand-drive example offered here,
chassis 0361GT, was the third 250 GT Europa produced.
It was sold upon completion to Mrs. Paola Ferrari for
Ms. Mirka Landini of Bologna, Italy. It was owned in the
1960s by J. McCoy of Missouri before returning to Europe
and finding its way in 1990 to Albert Obrist, an avid col-
lector from Gstaad, Switzerland. Obrist owned the
car until the mid-1990s, when it was acquired by the
Ecclestone Collection.
The car has received a show-quality restoration.
The two-tone dark blue and silver paint is in very
good condition and virtually free of defects. The
blue upholstery has been professionally restored and
well maintained. The light gray cloth headliner and
blue-painted dash are also quite remarkable, as is
the proper as-new instrumentation. All chrome trim
and brightwork have been professionally replated to
show quality finish.
The undercarriage was correctly refinished in
black and is complete, with original hardware or cor-
rect new replacements when necessary. No signs of
road use are apparent, with the cleanliness in as-new
condition. The engine bay is equally outstanding
and has been expertly detailed. Three correct twin-
choke Weber carburetors sit atop the 220-horsepower
Lampredi V12. The original 16-inch Borrani wire
wheels are shod in new Pirelli tires, and the spare
wheel and jack reside in the boot, which has been
professionally restored.
Only 36 Europas were built in both series.
Benefiting from such rarity, as well as a superb pedi-
1958 Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Special
Lot# 17, s/n 1187
Condition 2-
Sold at $1,100,000
Gooding, Pebble Beach, CA, 8/18/2007
SCM# 46555
1956 Ferrari 250 GT Boano coupe
Lot# 50, s/n 0543GT
Condition 1-
Sold at $550,000
Worldwide, Seabrook, TX, 5/5/2007
SCM# 45311
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