Ferrari 250 GTE
"Ferrari is not just a car. It’s a piece of art, a piece of history, and a symbol of speed." – Chris Harris.
By the late 1950s, as Italy's economy surged forward in what became known as the "Italian Economic Miracle," Ferrari recognized an opportunity to expand beyond its traditional clientele of racing enthusiasts and sports car purists. Enzo Ferrari, ever the pragmatist, saw the potential in developing a luxurious Grand Tourer that could offer both high performance and practicality. Thus, the Ferrari 250 GTE was born, making its first public appearance as a prototype at the 1960 24 Hours of Le Mans, before officially debuting at the Paris Motor Show later that year as the first Ferrari to accomodate 4 passengers.
Among its notable owners were Frank Sinatra, who appreciated the car's blend of performance and sophistication, and Enzo Ferrari himself, who reportedly drove a GTE as his personal car.
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As Ferrari's first true four-seater, it opened the doors to a broader audience, appealing to successful entrepreneurs, aristocrats, and even law enforcement agencies, with the Rome police force famously using a dark blue GTE for high-speed pursuits. The 250 GTE became Ferrari's best-selling model of its time, with around 955 units produced over three distinct series from 1960 to 1963.
250 GTE
Paint color Rosso Rubino
Interiors Black Connolly Leather
Matching colors
Preserved interior since new
Quicksilver stainless-steel exhaust (original available)
This particular Ferrari 250 GTE was delivered in 1962 through U.S. Ferrari importer Luigi Chinetti, it was first owned by Chrysler designer George Cushing, who specified it in Rubino Rosso over black Connolly leather, a combination it retains today. In 1965, the car made its way to France, finding new ownership with a Simca designer. By the late 1990s, it underwent a complete mechanical overhaul at the renowned Charles Pozzi Ferrari dealership, to ensure its continued reliability.
Currently maintained in remarkable condition, this 250 GTE still mounts its matching-numbers engine. The addition of a stainless-steel exhaust system enhances the evocative V12 soundtrack, though the original ANSA Sport exhaust remains with the car. Inside, the preserved black Connolly leather interior and red carpets wear a vintage patina that tells its decades-long story.