1967 Ferrari 330 GTS

This series would prove to be a step away from Ferrari’s past and a step toward the future

by Steve Ahlgrim

Photos: RM Auctions

Automobili Ferrari S.p.A. has always been known for building some of the fastest and best-handling sports cars in the world. Pininfarina is a master of styling and design and surely the lines and Ferrari V12 power of this rare 330 GTS Spider show the best of their collaboration. The 330 GTS features a 300-hp, 3,967-cc, single overhead-cam V12 engine with triple Weber carburetors, five-speed transaxle, four-wheel independent suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes. The top speed is just over 150 mph with a 0–60 time of seven seconds. A quarter-mile is traveled in 15 seconds at a speed of near 100 mph. Car and Driver in July 1967 summed up driving a 330 GTC in two short sidebars. “Driving it doesn’t change that first visual impression: class,” and “Depress clutch. Find neutral. Turn ignition key. Give the gas a tiny, nervous touch. Oh my God!” Bump that up a notch or two for the open GTS Spider. This Fly Yellow 330 GTS has been part of a Southern California...