The rarest Ferrari in the world: the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO

The 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO isn’t just a supercar; it’s the rarest Ferrari in the world.

With its jaw-dropping design, racing pedigree, and a price tag that could buy you a private island (or two), it’s easily one of the rarest vehicles on the planet.

For collectors and enthusiasts alike, the 250 GTO represents the peak of automotive artistry.

It’s not just rare. It’s legendary.

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The 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO

Ferrari built this beauty to meet racing requirements, but it ended up being one of the most valuable collector cars in history.

In fact, one 250 GTO sold privately for a staggering $70 million in 2018. Another smashed auction records when it sold for $48.4 million the same year.

However, this car is more than just an absurd price tag.

The 250 GTO was a masterpiece of both art and engineering.

Designed by Giotto Bizzarrini and later refined by Mauro Forghieri and Sergio Scaglietti, the car combined aerodynamic finesse with Ferrari’s raw racing power.

The 250 GTO packed a 3.0 liter V12 engine under its hood, capable of pushing out around 300 horsepower.

It may not seem like much now, but for the early 1960s, that was serious speed.

And it wasn’t just a pretty face, because it had the performance to match.

It dominated GT racing in its era, winning the International Championship for Manufacturers three years in a row from 1962 to 1964.

Its lightweight build, sharp handling, and powerful engine made it a weapon on the track.

The fact that it could go from race day to a country road (did I mention it was road-legal?) without missing a beat only added to its mystique.

The rarest Ferrari in the world

So what makes the 250 GTO so special?

Let’s start with the numbers. Only 36 were ever made between 1962 and 1964.

That’s it. No limited reissues or replicas.

Today, owning a 250 GTO isn’t just about having a car; it’s about joining an incredibly exclusive club.

Ted Gushue, an automotive photographer and former director of classic car lifestyle hub Petrolicious, told CNN in 2018 that having it in your collection comes with some serious perks.

He said that buying a 250 GTO gets you entry into ‘one of the most exclusive events on the planet, the by-invitation, owners-only 250 GTO Tour’, which is held in various locales across Europe.

“You’re immediately part of this sort of secret society that includes some of the world’s most interesting men,” said Gushue.

For reference, Ralph Lauren, Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason and British billionaire Lord Anthony Bamford are among the few people in the world who claim the 250 GTO in their collection.

The latter, in fact, is the only man ever to own two 250 GTOs.

So, is the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO the rarest Ferrari in the world?

Absolutely. But it is more than just a rare machine. It’s a symbol of what happens when design, performance, and passion come together in perfect harmony.

If you ever do see one, snap a picture. You may never see one again.

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