1952 Ferrari 212 EL

The legend of Ferrari dates back to 1940. That year marks the birth of the Type 815 for use in the substitute Mille Miglia event. Ferrari went into production in 1946. Initial production was for racing, street cars came later.

The 212 series was initially offered in 1951 and continued into 1952. Production was approximately 90 cars. The cars featured a 2.6 liter V-12 double overhead cam engine, front disc and rear drum brakes and unique carburation depending on whether they were domestic (one Weber) or export (three Webers). The engine produced 140 horsepower.

The current owner has enjoyed this car for over half a century. As far as he knows, it is the only three window coupe that was built on a Ferrari chassis by Ghia.

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