The Ron Sturgeon Collection has welcomed a remarkable addition, a 1970 Ferrari 250 GT Red Special Spyder, a handcrafted homage to one of the rarest and most elegant Italian designs in automotive history. This recreation draws inspiration from the 1957 Berlinetta Speciale, originally crafted by Pinin Farina for Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, embodying the styling and spirit of the original masterpiece.
Underneath its sculpted long bonnet, the Spyder boasts a high-revving engine equipped with triple Weber carburetors, producing an estimated 320 horsepower. The vehicle's performance is further enhanced by a five-speed manual transmission, ventilated disc brakes, and a quad-exit exhaust system. Classic Ferrari aesthetics are captured through its 15" Borrani wire wheels, oval grille, independent front bumperettes, sculpted fender vents, and curved tailfins with taillights perched on top.
The interior of the Spyder is equally impressive, featuring a wood-rimmed steering wheel adorned with the iconic prancing horse, Veglia Borletti gauges including a 180-mph speedometer and an 8k-rpm tachometer, and additional instrumentation elegantly housed above the center stack. Ron Sturgeon, founder of the DFW Car & Toy Museum, remarked, "This car is an homage to one of Ferrari's most exclusive commissions. It may be a recreation, but the craftsmanship and character are unmistakably Maranello."
This addition to the Ron Sturgeon Collection not only celebrates the legacy of Ferrari's design excellence but also serves as a testament to the timeless appeal of Italian automotive craftsmanship. The Ferrari 250 GT Red Special Spyder stands as a shining symbol of this enduring heritage.
