[APRAIZR]

Folks:

Can anyone tell me where I might go to ascertain the approximate build date for the vehicle above?

My present info leads me to believe the vehicle was built as a European-spec
car, imported to the U.S. and "Federalized" in California.

I am in the process of appraising this vehicle and would appreciate any assistance provided.

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by APRAIZR

Folks:

Can anyone tell me where I might go to ascertain the approximate build date for the vehicle above?

My present info leads me to believe the vehicle was built as a European-spec
car, imported to the U.S. and "Federalized" in California.

I am in the process of appraising this vehicle and would appreciate any assistance provided.

The only information I have on this car is that it is a 1972 Red/Tan 246 GTS European delivery LHD. Suggest you contact the following for more information:

G. Roush at www.ferrarimarketletter.com - he keeps an extensive data base of all US Ferraris
M. Sheehan at www.ferraris-online.com - also has a large data base on Ferraris
D. Merritt at the DOT in Washington DC. He will be able to tell you when it was imported and Federalized.

Good luck.

[Dino944]

Originally Posted by APRAIZR

Folks:

Can anyone tell me where I might go to ascertain the approximate build date for the vehicle above?

My present info leads me to believe the vehicle was built as a European-spec
car, imported to the U.S. and "Federalized" in California.

I am in the process of appraising this vehicle and would appreciate any assistance provided.

The owner can go on the Ferrari Owners website and request a "Colours Certificate" which in addition to listing the original colors will have the build date.

Best regards,
Dino

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by Dino944

The owner can go on the Ferrari Owners website and request a "Colours Certificate" which in addition to listing the original colors will have the build date.

Best regards,
Dino

They have actually gotten quite snippy about providing this data directly. The last time I contacted them I was told to ask my local dealer for the information.

After some bruising around the ears, they were happy to provide it directly.

[Dino944]

Hi Boxer,

I heard that the problem getting info on cars seems more directed at fuel injected cars of the 1980s and later. It seems it was Ferrari's policy to provide Colours Certificates only to owners of carbed cars from 1980 and older. Some how I got by and got one for my 328GTS as did another owner I know. I wanted some additional information and someone from the Classiche Department emailed it to me. But I wanted a written document stating the information I was seeking. To obtain the information in a written document to go with my other paperwork it cost me $250 USD. But I've heard now its $500, not sure if thats because of a weak US dollar or just a general price increase.

Best regards,
Dino

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by Dino944

Hi Boxer,

I heard that the problem getting info on cars seems more directed at fuel injected cars of the 1980s and later. It seems it was Ferrari's policy to provide Colours Certificates only to owners of carbed cars from 1980 and older. Some how I got by and got one for my 328GTS as did another owner I know. I wanted some additional information and someone from the Classiche Department emailed it to me. But I wanted a written document stating the information I was seeking. To obtain the information in a written document to go with my other paperwork it cost me $250 USD. But I've heard now its $500, not sure if thats because of a weak US dollar or just a general price increase.

Best regards,
Dino

I have heard that since they implemented the Classiche Program fees for any information have been raised significantly.

It also seems to be very inconsistent. The car I was asking for basic details on was a 250 PF.

[Dino944]

Originally Posted by Boxer

I have heard that since they implemented the Classiche Program fees for any information have been raised significantly.

It also seems to be very inconsistent. The car I was asking for basic details on was a 250 PF.

My car is an 89 328, so it is not old enough to go through the Classiche Program (I heard the car has to be 20 years old or a Supercar such as an F40, F50, Enzo etc orthey will not certify the car). So maybe the charged a token fee for the info the provided me with.

You mentioned in one post that they told you to contact the original dealer for information. Some of those original dealers are long gone...not to mention it might be a bit much to hope a dealer has info relating to a 45-50 year old car. I tried contacting the dealer my car originally went to and they were nice, but it seemed like they did not want to take the time to go to their warehouse and look for documents on an old car. I made a few calls to them and then my last email went unanswered. So I was happy that the Classiche Dept. supplied me with the info I was looking for.

Best regards,
Dino

Best regards
Dino

[Boxer]

Originally Posted by Dino944

My car is an 89 328, so it is not old enough to go through the Classiche Program (I heard the car has to be 20 years old or a Supercar such as an F40, F50, Enzo etc orthey will not certify the car). So maybe the charged a token fee for the info the provided me with.

You mentioned in one post that they told you to contact the original dealer for information. Some of those original dealers are long gone...not to mention it might be a bit much to hope a dealer has info relating to a 45-50 year old car. I tried contacting the dealer my car originally went to and they were nice, but it seemed like they did not want to take the time to go to their warehouse and look for documents on an old car. I made a few calls to them and then my last email went unanswered. So I was happy that the Classiche Dept. supplied me with the info I was looking for.

Best regards,
Dino

Glad to hear that with a little percervence that you were able to get the information needed. In genral I have always found the Classic Department very help. Sometimes it is just a bit difficult to get thorugh all the filters to them.

[APRAIZR]

Boxer & Dino 944:

Thanks guys, you've been a great help. Just got of the phone with Dick Merritt and he confirmed your information.

You may not know this but the guy has owned 48, count 'em 48, Ferrari's!

Very neat person.

Thanks again.