Today it could be argued that Enzo Ferrari’s son, Alfredo “Dino” Ferrari, was as forward-looking as his father. Recognizing the potential for small-displacement, high-technology six-cylinder engines, his vision is more relevant today than ever before.
The small V-6 eventually made it into production as a 1987 CC unit, which allowed Ferrari to qualify for Formula Two racing. Shortly thereafter, a prototype called the Dino 206 GT was born. It was first displayed at the 1965 Paris Motor Show, before being updated for the 1966 Turin Salon. It was then put into production in 1968 as Ferrari’s first mid-engined model to be offered to the brand’s devotees.
While most 206 GTs stayed within the borders of Italy, the 246 GT was marketed globally. It was a success almost immediately at its launch, and it spawned the open-top GTS spider in 1972. Their responsive handling and free-revving engines characterized Ferrari well into the 1990s, giving the Dino a long-lasting appeal that serves as a fitting tribute to the short but highly influential life of Enzo Ferrari’s son.
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