The Ferrari Dino GT, most famously the 246 GT, remains one of the most admired sports cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Named in honour of Enzo Ferrari’s son, Alfredo “Dino” Ferrari, it was created to showcase a compact V6 engine rather than the traditional Ferrari V12. Its 2.4 litre mid mounted V6, paired with a beautifully balanced chassis, gave the Dino exceptional handling and a distinctive, eager character. With flowing Pininfarina styling, recessed headlights, a low roofline and curvaceous rear haunches, the Dino GT helped define the look of the modern mid engine sports car.

Although it did not originally wear Ferrari badging in the same way as the company’s flagship models, the Dino is now celebrated as one of Maranello’s great icons. It proved that a smaller, lighter Ferrari could deliver immense driver involvement without relying on outright power. Its cultural status has grown through appearances in classic motoring media, concours events and private collections, where pristine examples are highly prized. For enthusiasts maintaining, restoring or accessorising classic performance cars, Automotive Superstore offers a wide range of quality automotive parts, tools, fluids, detailing products and workshop essentials to help keep cherished vehicles performing and presenting at their best.