Ferrari 275 GTB/LM Competizione Is Selling This Weekend At Mecum Kissimmee

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The 1964 Ferrari 275 GTB/LM Competizione Speciale, with chassis number 06701, stands as a testament to Ferrari's enduring legacy in GT-class racing. Unveiled at the Kissimmee 2024 auction, this remarkable vehicle is one of only three ever produced, making it an exceptionally rare and coveted piece of automotive history. Its journey began on November 26, 1964, when it was completed and designated for testing by S.E.F.A.C., Ferrari's racing team. The car remained with Ferrari for five months for development and FIA homologation purposes.

Sporting an original matching-numbers 3.3L Type 213/Comp V-12 engine, 06701 epitomizes the pinnacle of 1960s European GT racing, where Ferrari reigned supreme. The 275 GTB/LM Competizione Speciales are viewed as the direct descendants and evolutionary successors of the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO. This specific model, along with its sister car, significantly impacted racing history. For instance, Preston Henn’s 275 GTB/LM S/N 06885, a sister car to 06701, achieved a remarkable 3rd Overall at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1965, contributing to its mystique in the Ferrari community.