{"id":51526,"date":"2026-06-24T15:35:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T13:35:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.italpassion.fr\/?p=51526"},"modified":"2026-06-24T09:53:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T07:53:59","slug":"a-famous-collector-is-selling-his-modified-ferrari-dino-equipped-with-a-powerful-v8-engine-at-an-unusually-high-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.italpassion.fr\/en\/ferrari\/un-celebre-collectionneur-vend-sa-ferrari-dino-modifiee-avec-un-puissant-moteur-v8-a-un-prix-anormalement-haut\/","title":{"rendered":"A famous collector is selling his modified Ferrari Dino, equipped with a powerful V8 engine, at an unusually high price"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There are cars that divide enthusiasts. And before we go any further, some purists will point out that we should simply refer to it as the \u00abDino\u00bb and not the \u00abFerrari Dino.\u00bb However, the name Ferrari<\/a> \"Dino\" has now become a common part of everyday language, including in the brand's own communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This Dino 246 GTS<\/a> The 1972 model, in fact, is likely to fuel another equally heated debate. While collectors generally seek cars that strictly adhere to their original specifications, this heavily modified example has just surpassed the $900,000 mark at an auction on Bring a Trailer. That price puts it on par with\u2014or even above\u2014many fully original Dinos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Dino Like No Other<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This Ferrari Dino 246 GTS is no stranger to the scene. It belonged to the famous American collector David Lee, already well known among enthusiasts for his spectacular collection of Ferraris in \u00ab ketchup, mustard, and vegetables<\/a> \u00bbas well as for the acquisition of extremely rare models, including one Ferrari 250 GTO<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Between 2017 and 2018, David Lee entrusted this Dino to Moto Technique, a renowned specialist in classic Ferraris. The goal was not to restore the car to its original configuration, but to create the ideal Dino\u2014the one Ferrari never produced. The original 2.4-liter V6 was thus replaced by a Ferrari Tipo F105C V8 enlarged to 3.6 liters. Equipped with modern fuel injection and a MoTeC electronic management system, this engine produces approximately 400 chevaux\u2014nearly double the power of the original Dino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Ferrari That Defies All Conventions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the world of Ferrari, authenticity is generally held in the highest regard. Collectors seek out \u00abmatching numbers\u00bb cars that retain their original engine, transmission, and specifications. This Dino does exactly the opposite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The body has been repainted black, the fenders have been slightly widened, the headlights are fitted with Plexiglas covers, the 17-inch wheels conceal brakes sourced from a Ferrari 360 Modena, and the suspension and steering have been upgraded. The interior features a mix of Daytona seats, air conditioning, a modern audio system, and red and black upholstery. On paper, this car should have lost value. Yet the opposite is true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A price that surprises the market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As of this writing, bids have already surpassed $900,000, with several hours still remaining before the auction closes. This figure is particularly surprising given the current market for Ferrari Dinos. Most original 246 GTS models sell for between $450,000 and $800,000, depending on their condition, history, or rarity. Some highly sought-after versions do indeed exceed this price range, but they are generally fully original, retaining their factory specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even restored, perfectly authentic Dinos have recently sold for around $786,000, while several examples listed between $500,000 and $600,000 sometimes struggle to find a buyer. In other words, this modified Dino is commanding prices normally reserved for the most sought-after models on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enthusiasts are won over<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The comments posted under the ad, in fact, reveal a level of enthusiasm that\u2019s quite rare. Several Dino owners praise the quality of Moto Technique\u2019s work, with some even calling it \u00abthe best modern mid-engine Ferrari.\u00bb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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