| January 2015, Villa Erba, Italy. Our friends at Broad Arrow Auctions are thrilled to announce the consignment of what many consider to be one of the most original early Ferrari models extant to its inaugural Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Auction. Never before offered for public sale, the 1948 Ferrari 166 Spyder Corsa with Coachwork by Carrozzeria Ansaloni is one of two examples purchased by the Besana brothers, Ferrari’s earliest customers. Complete with Ferrari Classiche White Book certification with its original body, chassis, 2.0-liter V12 engine, and five-speed racing gearbox, it is further complemented by 50-year family ownership from 1965 to 2015 with multiple in-depth editorial pieces documenting its impressive provenance. |
| 1948 Ferrari 166 Spyder Corsa Coachwork by Carrozzeria Ansaloni Chassis No 004 C Engine No. 004 C Estimate: €5,500,000 – €7,500,000 / $8,180,000 cad- $11,540,000 cad. Classiche White Book certified with its original body, chassis, 2.0-liter V12, and five-speed racing gearbox. One of two 166 Spyder Corsas purchased by the Besana brothers, Ferrari’s earliest customers. Sixth overall at the 1948 Targa Florio, a veteran of the 1948 and 1949 Mille Miglias, period Formula Two races, and hill climbs. Long-term 50-year family ownership 1965-2015 with multiple in-depth editorial pieces. 2004 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance class award—displayed at Pebble Beach within Casa Ferrari in 2019 and 2022. Best of Show at the 2003 FCA National Meet, Cavallino and FCA Platinum Awards; feature car at the 2006 Cavallino Classic. |