The Ferrari 365 GT4 BB is one of Maranello’s most important 1970s icons, marking Ferrari’s move from front-engined V12 grand tourers to a dramatic mid-engined flagship layout. Unveiled in 1973, the “BB” stood for Berlinetta Boxer, although its 4.4 litre flat-12 was technically a 180-degree V12 rather than a true boxer. With around 380 horsepower, a five-speed manual gearbox and unmistakable Pininfarina wedge styling, it delivered serious performance and a striking road presence that still feels exotic today.

For enthusiasts visiting Automotive Superstore, the 365 GT4 BB represents the kind of classic supercar that rewards careful maintenance, quality consumables and period-correct detailing. Its low nose, pop-up headlights, clamshell rear bodywork and two-tone “Boxer” paint scheme made it instantly recognisable, while its dry-sump engine and race-bred engineering linked it closely to Ferrari’s motorsport thinking. It also helped shape the lineage that led to the 512 BB, Testarossa and later mid-engined Ferrari legends.

An interesting piece of trivia is that the 365 GT4 BB was never officially sold new in the United States, partly due to emissions and safety regulations, making surviving examples especially desirable among collectors. It also arrived during an era when Lamborghini’s Countach was redefining supercar theatre, giving Ferrari its own sharp-edged answer. Whether you are sourcing premium oils, filters, workshop tools, detailing products or battery care accessories, classics like the 365 GT4 BB remind us why the right parts matter.