Introduced at the October 1966 Paris Motor Show, Ferrari’s 275 GTB/4 built upon the foundation laid down by the 275 GTB before it, and was the first of Ferrari’s road cars to be equipped with all-independent suspension and a five-speed rear transaxle. The stunning, Pininfarina-designed, Scaglietti-built body of the 275 GTB/4 remains a benchmark of sports car design today, and their hand-built construction rendered each car a uniquely crafted masterpiece in its own right – a characteristic discussed in depth in an October 1967 Car and Driver magazine review and road test.

Underneath the sleek, long bonnet, the V-12 engine of the 275 GTB/4 was fitted with four overhead camshafts – two per cylinder bank. Designated tipo 226, this powerplant developed a factory-rated 300 bhp at a screaming 8,000 engine revolutions per minute – as much power as Ferrari’s prior two-cam racing engines. In addition, the tipo 226 V-12 featured other race-proven upgrades, including competition-type dry sump lubrication and a new intake system mounting six twin-choke Weber carburetors. All told, this formidable powerplant was capable of propelling the new 275 GTB/4 to a top speed of over 160 mph.

The engine, driveshaft, and rear-mounted transaxle of the 275 GTB/4 were combined into one subassembly mounted to the chassis at four points, producing a rigid car with excellent weight distribution and superb, neutral handling characteristics. Over-the-road performance of the 275 GTB/4 was, and remains, incomparable. Writing in L’Auto-Journal, former Grand Prix driver Jean-Pierre Beltoise commented, “I covered in complete safety and the greatest comfort…and while carrying on a normal conversation with my passenger, the 46 miles which separate the Pont d’Orléans from Nemours in a little less than 23 minutes…at an average speed of more than 121 miles per hour – which is remarkable enough without noting that I had to stop for the toll gates.”

While the 275 GTB/4 was certainly a leading-edge sports car in so many respects when new, it also made history by marking the end of a glorious era as the last truly coachbuilt, road-and-race V-12 berlinetta built by Ferrari.

Bearing chassis no. 09909, this 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 is documented by marque expert Marcel Massini as the 110th example by assembly sequence during the model’s limited 330-car production run. Finished in Giallo Fly (Fly Yellow) paint over Nero (Black) upholstery – the combination it retains today – 09909 was completed by Ferrari during April 1967 and equipped with power window lifts, full leather seats, and metric instruments. In May 1967, the 275 GTB/4 was delivered new to its first owner, Helge Pehrsson of Stockholm, Sweden, who would succeed Tore Bjurström as Sweden’s Ferrari importer. The GTB/4 served as Pehrsson’s personal vehicle until 1969, at which time it was purchased by second owner Peter Lindkvist of Lidingö, Sweden. The Ferrari then passed to fellow Swede Bo Gilius Frick, who moved to Los Angeles with the car in July 1970. By 1985, chassis 09909 was restored and advertised for sale in Ferrari Market Letter (Vol. 14, No. 8) from a New York dealer with “20,000 original miles,” and featuring its factory-specified color combination and Borrani wire wheels.

By 1989, the 275 GTB/4 was owned by well-known Ferrari Club of America member Frank Gallogly of New Jersey. In about 1991, he sold it to prolific collector Gregory Galdi, who attended several FCA meets in the Northeast and completed exhibition laps at Pocono Raceway in the car. Further shows during this era included a May 1991 display at the 27th Annual FCA National Meeting and Concours in Washington, D.C., and a May 1994 exhibition at the Reading, Pennsylvania, Ferrari Concours d’Elegance.

Professional mechanical work applied to the low-mileage 275 GTB/4 included an engine rebuild in March 1993, rebuilding of the brakes and suspension in 1996, and extensive servicing during May 1999. Chassis 09909 was advertised for sale in April 2004 by Ferrari specialist Michael Sheehan, who offered it on behalf of Mr. Galdi, with 25,671 miles. In June 2004, the Ferrari was advertised for sale by Eugenio Amoruso of Italy, with the vehicle still located in the US and titled in New York. In March 2005, Mr. Amoruso sold 09909 to New York City resident John J. Hannan, who exhibited the Ferrari at the inaugural New York City Concours d’Elegance held during October 2005 at the Wollman Rink in Central Park.

In early 2009, Pennsylvania-based collector-dealer Eddie Karam acquired 09909. That same year, it was purchased by Argentinian Juan Ball, who kept the Ferrari under professional care in the UK and drove it in the April 2010 edition of the Tour Auto Optic 2000. Under Mr. Ball’s ownership, 09099 was granted its FIVA Identity Card (no. 038016, dated April 13, 2010) under the auspices of the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs. In mid-2011, Mr. Ball sold 09909 to UK resident John Bentley. In April 2012, the 275 GTB/4 received certification by Ferrari Classiche, including issuance of the corresponding Red Book. That year, it was sold to Dennis Pobiak of Scottsdale, Arizona, who exhibited 09909 at the 2019 FCA National Field and Driving Concours and would retain the Ferrari until his eventual passing in 2022, at which time it was acquired by the consignor.

As offered, 09909 is presented in its visually striking original color combination. The odometer displayed only 29,225 at the time of cataloguing, progressively documented throughout the Ferrari’s exceptionally well-recorded history from new. In addition to the provenance report from Marcel Massini and Ferrari Classiche certification, 09909 is accompanied by its 2019 FCA participation certificate, 2010 FIVA Identity Card and application form, import records, UK registration papers, service records, and a copy of the factory 275 GTB/4 Engine Assembly Instruction book. Also included are books and manuals, a tool roll, and the roadside jack.

The four-cam 275 GTB/4 stands proudly today as one of the finest products ever built at the storied Maranello works. A brilliant performer that remains electrifying today, the 275 GTB/4 marked the end of an era as the last true dual-purpose, road-and-race V-12 grand touring car offered by Ferrari – one capable of winning races, or swiftly whisking its occupants across the Continent to exotic destinations, with equal aplomb. Accordingly, 09909 stands ready for its next caretaker to add to its rich history with new adventures.