Ferrari 212 Export
Ferrari 212 Export | ||
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Curb weight 850 kg (1,874 lb) (dry, berlinetta) | | |
Chronology | ||
Predecessor | Ferrari 195 S | |
Successor | Ferrari 225 S |
- See also the 212 Inter grand tourer
The Ferrari 212 Export was a
Development
The Ferrari 212 Export was an evolution over the preceding
Bodywork
Most bodies of the 212 Export range came from the Ferrari's chosen coachbuilder,
Notable examples
Some earlier cars from the 166 MM range were converted into the 212 specifications. One such example, s/n 024MB, was recreated after a serious accident in which the car was split into two parts.
Not all 212 Exports were race cars. Vignale created further two
Some examples were further converted to 225-specification by upgrading to a 2.7 L engine. Cars with chassis numbers 0104E,[23] 0112E and 0158ED were some of them.[24]
212 MM
The 1951 Ferrari 212 MM was the first example of the series, that was later renamed as 212 Export.
Specifications
Engine and transmission
The Ferrari 212 Export was powered by the
Chassis and suspension
The chassis of the 212 Export was a new construction, still utilising steel tubes, elliptical in section. Later models could be equipped with a Gilco-designed Tuboscocca trellis frame, constructed out of smaller diameter tubes for increased rigidity.[28][29] The wheelbase was the same as on the 195 S model, measuring 2,250 mm (88.6 in).[5][1]
The front suspension setup was independent with double wishbones and transverse leaf springs. Front shock absorbers were hydraulic of a Houdaille type. At the rear was a live axle with semi-elliptic springs and Houdaille hydraulic shock absorbers.[1] Brakes were of a hydraulic drum type, all-round. The fuel tank had a capacity of 120 litres.[5]
Racing
The first outing and also the first success came at the 1951 Giro di Sicilia race. Three 212 Exports were entered, and one of them won.
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For the 1951 24 Hours of Le Mans three 212 Exports were fielded, all privately entered. The best result was by a Vignale Berlinetta s/n 096E, driven by Norbert Jean Mahé and Jacques Péron.[38] They finished ninth overall and fourth in S+3.0 class. Charles Moran Jr. with Franco Cornacchia scored 16th place in their Touring Barchetta s/n 0100E, renumbered to 0067S.[39] The race was not devoid of tragic moments when Touring Barchetta s/n 0078E of Jean Larivière and André Guelfi spun out of Tertre Rouge and instantly killed Larivière on his fifth lap of the race.[40] Next victory came at the Vila Real circuit in Portugal.[13] Giovanni Bracco won the race setting the fastest lap time in his Vignale Spyder.[41] Later the same year at the Giro delle Calabria, Pietro Palmieri and Vallecchi scored a second place and won their S+1.1 class.[42] It was the first race of the Touring Barchetta destined to be a film star.[8] Umberto Marzotto also won the XII. Trieste-Opicina hillclimb[43]
In 1951, four Exports were entered in the
The first major race of the 1952 season for the 212 Export was the
Another endurance race in the 1952 season was the
Collectability
The Ferrari 212 Exports are highly sought after collectors cars. Many have racing pedigree and company's reputation from the success of its race cars. There were many different body styles and coachbuilders. Many collectors are searching for an early V12-engines Touring Barchetta that was purposely built for racing. An early Ferrari's ownership allows for participation in historic rallies and races.[60] Auction prices of 212 Exports have risen in recent years.[61] The 212 Export Motto Spyder was estimated CHF2.8-3.8 million in 2008.[62] One of only two Export Cabriolets was sold above its estimate on auction by Gooding & Company for US$1.87 million in 2011.[63] Bonhams auctioned a Touring Berlinetta s/n 0088E, for US$3.19 million in 2014.[64] The penultimate Export, a Touring Barchetta s/n 0158ED, was sold by RM Sotheby's for €6.72 million in 2015.[65]
Gallery
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