5.0L DOHC Flat 12-Cylinder Engine Bosch K-Jetronic Fuel Injection 340bhp at 6,000rpm 5-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *One of 1,007 512 BBi models produced *Believed to be less than 24,000 original miles *Desirable red over tan color combination *Iconic Pininfarina designed 12-Cylinder Ferrari THE FERRARI 512 BB 'Berlinetta Boxer' The stunningly handsome and very rapid Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer, or 512 BB, was introduced at the October 1976 Paris Auto Show, although actual production had begun several months earlier. The 512 BB was the successor to the 365 GT4 BB, and offered a similar mechanical layout and exterior appearance, but with the addition of a new front chin spoiler and NACA intakes on the flanks. There were now just four taillights instead of six. Most notably, the 365BB/512BB series was Ferrari's first with a 180-degree flat 12-cylinder engine in a production car. The four camshafts on these engines were belt-driven, another "first" for Ferrari. The 512's engine produced 360 DIN bhp at 6200 rpm, breathing through a quartet of Weber three-barrel carburetors. Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection replaced the carburetors in late 1981 to help meet increasingly tough US exhaust emission regulations, with the car's name being altered to reflect that change. Horsepower dropped to 340 and torque to 333 foot-pounds at 4600 rpm. The injected Berlinetta Boxer remained a strong performer, however, capable of 0-60 from a standing start in six seconds flat and reaching almost 175 mph (the factory claimed an optimistic 188 mph), covering the standing quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 103.5 mph. A plush leather interior, full instrumentation, electric window lifts, three-point inertia seat belts, and air conditioning were standard. A unique "single-arm, twin blade" windshield wiper is fitted to help clear the huge windshield glass. Road & Track magazine called the 512 BB "the best all-around sports and GT car we've tested". THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This attractive example of the iconic 512BBi is finished in Rosso Corsa over tan interior with tan dash, red Daytona style seat inserts, red piping and red carpets. The car also features power windows and air conditioning. The silver finished center lock wheels carry the appropriate Michelin TRX rubber to connect with the road. Equipped with the factory jack with leather pouch and what appears to be the original spare tire. The injected Berlinetta Boxer was imported by Southwest Leasing in June of 1983. Following being federalized shortly thereafter, the car spent some of its life with owners in California and Texas. At the end of 2012, the car received a major engine service along with a new clutch from the Ferrari experts at Norwood Performance Inc in Dallas, Texas. In mid-2013, this 512 also received mechanical services from Gran Turismo of Los Angeles in the amount of over $9,700. A recent routine service was performed within the past year for fluids and routine check-up. Today, the car is great condition. Believed to have covered less than 24,000 miles from new, the body and paint present very nicely. The interior is in great shape with just the right hint of patina that one wants to see on an original example. Mechanically, the car runs and drives great. The car comes with a clean Carfax report, and some service history as well. This beautiful Ferrari 512BBi is ready for more miles and smiles from its next caretaker.
5.0L DOHC Flat 12-Cylinder Engine Bosch K-Jetronic Fuel Injection 340bhp at 6,000rpm 5-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *One of 1,007 512 BBi models produced *Believed to be less than 24,000 original miles *Desirable red over tan color combination *Iconic Pininfarina designed 12-Cylinder Ferrari THE FERRARI 512 BB 'Berlinetta Boxer' The stunningly handsome and very rapid Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer, or 512 BB, was introduced at the October 1976 Paris Auto Show, although actual production had begun several months earlier. The 512 BB was the successor to the 365 GT4 BB, and offered a similar mechanical layout and exterior appearance, but with the addition of a new front chin spoiler and NACA intakes on the flanks. There were now just four taillights instead of six. Most notably, the 365BB/512BB series was Ferrari's first with a 180-degree flat 12-cylinder engine in a production car. The four camshafts on these engines were belt-driven, another "first" for Ferrari. The 512's engine produced 360 DIN bhp at 6200 rpm, breathing through a quartet of Weber three-barrel carburetors. Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection replaced the carburetors in late 1981 to help meet increasingly tough US exhaust emission regulations, with the car's name being altered to reflect that change. Horsepower dropped to 340 and torque to 333 foot-pounds at 4600 rpm. The injected Berlinetta Boxer remained a strong performer, however, capable of 0-60 from a standing start in six seconds flat and reaching almost 175 mph (the factory claimed an optimistic 188 mph), covering the standing quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 103.5 mph. A plush leather interior, full instrumentation, electric window lifts, three-point inertia seat belts, and air conditioning were standard. A unique "single-arm, twin blade" windshield wiper is fitted to help clear the huge windshield glass. Road & Track magazine called the 512 BB "the best all-around sports and GT car we've tested". THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This attractive example of the iconic 512BBi is finished in Rosso Corsa over tan interior with tan dash, red Daytona style seat inserts, red piping and red carpets. The car also features power windows and air conditioning. The silver finished center lock wheels carry the appropriate Michelin TRX rubber to connect with the road. Equipped with the factory jack with leather pouch and what appears to be the original spare tire. The injected Berlinetta Boxer was imported by Southwest Leasing in June of 1983. Following being federalized shortly thereafter, the car spent some of its life with owners in California and Texas. At the end of 2012, the car received a major engine service along with a new clutch from the Ferrari experts at Norwood Performance Inc in Dallas, Texas. In mid-2013, this 512 also received mechanical services from Gran Turismo of Los Angeles in the amount of over $9,700. A recent routine service was performed within the past year for fluids and routine check-up. Today, the car is great condition. Believed to have covered less than 24,000 miles from new, the body and paint present very nicely. The interior is in great shape with just the right hint of patina that one wants to see on an original example. Mechanically, the car runs and drives great. The car comes with a clean Carfax report, and some service history as well. This beautiful Ferrari 512BBi is ready for more miles and smiles from its next caretaker.
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